For all: This dosnt concern me (pushrod 2L guy), but from an armchair engineering standpoint a toothed gear, belt, and spring loaded tensioner might be the way to go. Its a basic engineering fact tha
Timing belts dont like oil so either a duplex cam chain inside or a timing belt outside the engine. The problem with the U20 head is the limited space for any larger diameter timing gear on the camsh
If you do that, add pistons and a set a valves to your next order from the vendors. Belts soaked in oil don't work for long. Brian '69 2000 Tampa, FL http://web.tampabay.rr.com/oilleak/ --Original Me
I wish I had a U20 in front of me, but how about using the lower chain to jackshaft and cover from a 1600, then use a belt up to the head with the crank pulley on the dry side. The head would have to
Hey! Let's take it easy on 1600 parts now. Next thing you know I'll have to start selling my stash of 67.5 license plate trim to help pay for an engine rebuild. Paul --Original Message-- From: owner-
I don't think so Tim. I need that to make Roadster cookie cutters! Plus those nice little tags for my heirloom flowers. Pamela --Original Message-- From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net [mailto
No problem, they're still cranking out R16 timing gears/chain/tensioner for H20 forklift engines. Adam Bradley '70 Datsun 1600 Roadster SPL311-28181 '66 Datsun PL411 sedan PL411-022447 http://www.pic