Datsun B210 project pick up

[Jseoung]

Hey guys, It's been awhile since I've been on here.  I've picked up a 78 Datsun b210 hatchback recently and getting ready to restore the car.  Currently looking at some option for the engine, and if possibly, make it AWD. It's been awhile since the last time I did a motor swap.  I'm hoping to get some more info from some of the members in here to help me restore this beauty.

 

Thanks again everyone,  Happy Easter and hope to hear from someone soon!

[datzenmike]

AWD???? forget that, keep it simple. Fix up what ya got and enjoy it.

[sick620]

got pics? I agree just keep it simple. 

[Jseoung]

After thinking it over.  I going to keep it simple and rebuild the the motor.  The plan is to get a few things restored.  I do like the white that's currently on it. 

 

 

 

[datsunfreak]

If you want AWD, get a 720 4x4 and remove the body then bolt this on top of the frame.  😁

[datzenmike]

If reg cab short wheelbase you'll need to shorten the frame 9.3" and the driveshaft.

If long wheelbase truck you'll need to shorten the frame 18.7" and the driveshaft.

 

To match the B-210 wheelbase of 92.1"

[Jseoung]

Update on the the project.  It appears the trunk floor pan will need to be replaced along with the passenger floor.  Looking for replacement floor pan right now.  I've started to remove the interiors to get an overall assessment of the floor pan. I'm hoping that this is the major repair.  

 

In a few weeks, I'll be pulling the engine out for rebuild. While the engine it out, I am going to prep the body for primer and eventually paint.

 

Will post more pictures later