From ericerichoffman at yahoo.com Thu Sep 1 06:38:21 2011 From: ericerichoffman at yahoo.com (Eric Hoffman) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 05:38:21 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 Message-ID: <1314880701.12585.YahooMailNeo@web36904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> A while back someone posted some excellent info on a way to dispense and contain por15 so that it does not dry up after use and stores well, can someone please refresh me? Thank you, Eric Hoffman From ericerichoffman at yahoo.com Thu Sep 1 09:24:24 2011 From: ericerichoffman at yahoo.com (Eric Hoffman) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 08:24:24 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] preserving and dispensing por15 Message-ID: <1314890664.96819.YahooMailNeo@web36902.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I swear someone on here had a killer method of dispensing por15 that kept it absolutely airtight beyond saran wrap it is escaping me From msedlack at neo.rr.com Thu Sep 1 11:07:28 2011 From: msedlack at neo.rr.com (Mark Sedlack) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 13:07:28 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] preserving and dispensing por15 References: <1314890664.96819.YahooMailNeo@web36902.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <7CC84176F0CB4F3C897909BA3EA7BA6B@p53ghzduo> POR15 is a moisture curing urethane. I have used this stuff before with casting urethanes and epoxies: http://www.alumilite.com/ProdDetail.cfm?Category=Support Products&Name=Bloxygen Moisture Barrier Basically it is a heavier than air inert gas that blocks moisture from getting to the urethane. You open the can, dispense what you need quickly, then spray this into the can and quickly seal it. I've had 2-part resins last for years using it, but it won't last indefinitely. OT, while at the site, browse around and look at some of their other products and watch some of the videos - they have a resin for castin tailight lenses, and their videos are very educational Enjoy the Ride, Mark Sedlack Clinton, OH 66 1600 http://www.mildevco.net/chevypowereddatsuns/ 77 280Z http://www.mildevco.net/chevypowereddatsuns/ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eric Hoffman" To: Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 11:24 AM Subject: [Roadsters] preserving and dispensing por15 >I swear someone on here had a killer method of dispensing por15 that kept >it > absolutely airtight beyond saran wrap it is escaping me > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/msedlack at neo.rr.com From escanlon at wa-net.com Thu Sep 1 12:16:01 2011 From: escanlon at wa-net.com (E Scanlon) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 11:16:01 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 References: <1314880701.12585.YahooMailNeo@web36904.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Here in the Pacific NW, moisture is ALWAYS a consideration and with POR that's critical. I've had relatively good luck using two layers of Saran Wrap (the cheap dollar store stuff) between the can and it's lid, and then putting the whole quart can in a Zip-Loc baggie that I squeeze the air out of. The POR in the can sometimes does form a "skin" but usually, you crack the skin and are able to reach inside and use the rest of the material. This is on half empty cans. FWIW E ----- Original Message ----- Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 5:38 AM Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 A while back someone posted some excellent info on a way to dispense and contain por15 so that it does not dry up after use and stores well, can someone please refresh me? Thank you, Eric Hoffman ________________________________________ From hallosb at juno.com Thu Sep 1 13:24:17 2011 From: hallosb at juno.com (hallosb at juno.com) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 19:24:17 GMT Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 Message-ID: <20110901.122417.27736.0@webmail21.vgs.untd.com> Good advice. Paint store recommended snapping a pouring spout in the groove of the can and pouring the paint in a disposal cup. The spout and cup are cheap and can be found at any paint store, Home Depot, etc. It keeps the paint out of the groove so, the lid seals better. I haven't tried it yet but, it sounded like a good idea. Dan '66 1600 ---------- I've had relatively good luck using two layers of Saran Wrap (the cheap dollar store stuff) between the can and it's lid, and then putting the whole quart can in a Zip-Loc baggie that I squeeze the air out of. FWIW E ----- Original Message ----- Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 5:38 AM Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 A while back someone posted some excellent info on a way to dispense and contain por15 so that it does not dry up after use and stores well, can someone please refresh me? ____________________________________________________________ 57-Year-Old Mom Looks 25 Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/4e5fdbfba59ea31349st04vuc From stebharvey at ameritech.net Thu Sep 1 18:40:00 2011 From: stebharvey at ameritech.net (Steve Harvey) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 19:40:00 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 In-Reply-To: <20110901.122417.27736.0@webmail21.vgs.untd.com> Message-ID: In my life I've used at least a gallon of POR-15, in quart sizes. Went with both the wrap method and pour spourt method. Still had a layer on top that I broke through. Either way, a shelf life is around 6 months once you open the can. If this stuff will stick to my roadster the way it's been sticking to my driveway for the last 6 years I have no worries. Steb Go Packers! Milwaukee -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net]On Behalf Of hallosb at juno.com Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 2:24 PM To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 Good advice. Paint store recommended snapping a pouring spout in the groove of the can and pouring the paint in a disposal cup. The spout and cup are cheap and can be found at any paint store, Home Depot, etc. It keeps the paint out of the groove so, the lid seals better. I haven't tried it yet but, it sounded like a good idea. Dan '66 1600 ---------- I've had relatively good luck using two layers of Saran Wrap (the cheap dollar store stuff) between the can and it's lid, and then putting the whole quart can in a Zip-Loc baggie that I squeeze the air out of. FWIW E ----- Original Message ----- Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 5:38 AM Subject: [Roadsters] dispensing and storing por15 A while back someone posted some excellent info on a way to dispense and contain por15 so that it does not dry up after use and stores well, can someone please refresh me? ____________________________________________________________ 57-Year-Old Mom Looks 25 Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/4e5fdbfba59ea31349st04vuc ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/stebharvey at ameritech. net From vulforge at aol.com Thu Sep 1 19:09:03 2011 From: vulforge at aol.com (vulforge at aol.com) Date: Thu, 1 Sep 2011 21:09:03 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] preserving and dispensing por15 Message-ID: <8CE37240A22E0E0-DF4-4134A@webmail-m136.sysops.aol.com> The only foolproof method I know is to get the tiny cans and use it up when opened. I use the 2" Harbor Freight disposable brushes and nitrile gloves and toss all of it when done. Russell Criswell Vulcan's Forge 3936 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64111 816-931-6303 816-931-9378 fax 877-531-1046 toll-free www.vulcans-forge.com From davesmbox at aol.com Fri Sep 2 09:33:09 2011 From: davesmbox at aol.com (davesmbox at aol.com) Date: Fri, 2 Sep 2011 11:33:09 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Tires OT Saab Sonett Got it In-Reply-To: <8CE34B3756213BD-1380-3DCF2@webmail-d097.sysops.aol.com> References: <8CE34B3756213BD-1380-3DCF2@webmail-d097.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <8CE379CC0ED68E1-E84-C893@Webmail-d109.sysops.aol.com> I got the tire. Finally It was in a box with the arch of the covenant sunken in Atlantis. OK?Firestone came through -----Original Message----- From: tminerpcav <tminerpcav at aol.com> To: tputland <tputland at charter.net>; datsun-roadsters <datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net> Sent: Mon, Aug 29, 2011 7:06 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Tires OT Saab Sonett You can find these thru Universal Tires or Coker Tires. -----Original Message----- From: Tim <tputland at charter.net> To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Sent: Mon, Aug 29, 2011 3:35 pm Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Tires OT Saab Sonett did you try tirerack.com? On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 4:48 PM, davesmbox at aol.com wrote: > What is up with tires these days. I went looking for a spare for the > Sonett. > You would think I was buying a Saturn Booster. > 155/70/15???? Come on. > ? > No Luck Sears ,Firestone, Joes discount tires They can't even order > it. > ? > Dave > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland at charter.net ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tminerpcav at aol.com ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/davesmbox at aol.com From tputland at charter.net Fri Sep 2 19:46:01 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Fri, 2 Sep 2011 21:46:01 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] left turns affecting engine ?? (not OT) Message-ID: <6c019e14.1791c5.1322cf6bffb.Webtop.45@charter.net> I seem to remember someone else having had a problem with engine performance after turning left???? Is this accurate or wishful thinking on my part? 70 1600 w GB dizzy & SUs. Still having intermittant engine issue(s) in WI Tim From ljordan704 at netscape.net Fri Sep 2 21:16:11 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Fri, 2 Sep 2011 20:16:11 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Fun Run Malibu 9/4 Message-ID: Hi Gang, I'm cruising to Malibu , Neptune's Net Sunday, meet at 6100 topanga Cyn Bl Woodland Hills 830 A. See 311 post. All welcome. Bring lunch or eat at restaurant. A couple of hours of fun. All Datsuns welcome. Linds From keithddowning at yahoo.com Sat Sep 3 07:16:11 2011 From: keithddowning at yahoo.com (Keith Downing) Date: Sat, 3 Sep 2011 06:16:11 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] left turns affecting engine ?? (not OT) In-Reply-To: <6c019e14.1791c5.1322cf6bffb.Webtop.45@charter.net> References: <6c019e14.1791c5.1322cf6bffb.Webtop.45@charter.net> Message-ID: <1315055771.25726.YahooMailRC@web83301.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> I was having a problem with engine cutting out, backfires and such when I made right turns. This was with a newly rebuilt U-20, East Coast Roadsters dizzy, new Z-Therapy SU's. I went for months trying to diagnose this. I was ready to push the car off a cliff. Finally, I discovered the fuel hose from the bowl to the nozzle on the rear carb was kinked. I temporarily put a piece of electrical tape aound the kink to stiffen the hose, and the problem was solved. I called Z-Therapy, and they sent me a replacement hose. http://fototime.com/A8499AC69776539/orig.jpg Best of luck, Keith ________________________________ From: Tim To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Sent: Fri, September 2, 2011 6:46:01 PM Subject: [Roadsters] left turns affecting engine ?? (not OT) I seem to remember someone else having had a problem with engine performance after turning left???? Is this accurate or wishful thinking on my part? 70 1600 w GB dizzy & SUs. Still having intermittant engine issue(s) in WI Tim ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning at yahoo.co m From keithddowning at yahoo.com Sat Sep 3 07:17:49 2011 From: keithddowning at yahoo.com (Keith Downing) Date: Sat, 3 Sep 2011 06:17:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Fun Run Malibu 9/4 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1315055869.52994.YahooMailRC@web83307.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Sorry Linda, I'd love to make it, but I'm all booked up Sunday. Will we see your beautiful car and beautiful self at JCCS? I sure hope so. Keith ________________________________ From: "ljordan704 at netscape.net" To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Sent: Fri, September 2, 2011 8:16:11 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Fun Run Malibu 9/4 Hi Gang, I'm cruising to Malibu , Neptune's Net Sunday, meet at 6100 topanga Cyn Bl Woodland Hills 830 A. See 311 post. All welcome. Bring lunch or eat at restaurant. A couple of hours of fun. All Datsuns welcome. Linds ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/keithddowning at yahoo.co m From vulforge at aol.com Sat Sep 3 15:49:21 2011 From: vulforge at aol.com (vulforge at aol.com) Date: Sat, 3 Sep 2011 17:49:21 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals Message-ID: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work when the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work and the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the left rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. Any good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. Russell Criswell Vulcan's Forge 3936 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64111 816-931-6303 816-931-9378 fax 877-531-1046 toll-free www.vulcans-forge.com From jrusso07 at rochester.rr.com Sat Sep 3 16:36:18 2011 From: jrusso07 at rochester.rr.com (Joe Russo) Date: Sat, 3 Sep 2011 18:36:18 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals In-Reply-To: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> References: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <005d01cc6a89$e6399920$b2accb60$@rochester.rr.com> Check for wire insulation damage....I was visited by similar gremlins with my 69. It took me a long time to figure it out but a wire run to the rear lights feel on the hot exhaust pipe and melted insulation and was shorting some circuits together. When I pulled the hazard switch (which is like the hub of the electrical system) it blew a fuse. Your problem is behaving in a similar fashion. Also, check your fuse block for any corrosion - especially across circuits Good luck! Joe -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of vulforge at aol.com Sent: Saturday, September 03, 2011 5:49 PM To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work when the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work and the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the left rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. Any good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. Russell Criswell Vulcan's Forge 3936 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64111 816-931-6303 816-931-9378 fax 877-531-1046 toll-free www.vulcans-forge.com ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/jrusso07 at rochester.rr .com From aultgc at att.net Sat Sep 3 18:39:48 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Sat, 3 Sep 2011 19:39:48 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals References: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Russ, (Is "Russ" OK?) I am having problems with the instruments in my '67-1/2. They worked properly when I bought the car in 2008, but the Temp and Fuel gauges went south on a trip to western Illinois in late 2010. Then, when I lit the car off for the first time in the spring of 2011, the Oil gauge is wonky. My recommendation: Make sure you have the latest full-color wiring diagram from 311s.org and then spend a lot of quality time with your digital voltmeter doing point-to-point wiring integrity checks (resistance and grounds) on your harness. Sorry, that's what I am doing, and it's the best I can offer. I can E-mail you the '67 wiring diagram if you wish -- I downloaded them all. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Saturday, September 03, 2011 4:49 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals >I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work >when > the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work > and > the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the > left > rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. > Any > good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. > > > Russell Criswell > Vulcan's Forge > 3936 Broadway > Kansas City, MO > 64111 > > 816-931-6303 > 816-931-9378 fax > 877-531-1046 toll-free > www.vulcans-forge.com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From paulsdatsunstuff at gmail.com Sun Sep 4 05:26:09 2011 From: paulsdatsunstuff at gmail.com (Paul Kort) Date: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 07:26:09 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals In-Reply-To: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> References: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: GROUND! Pull every ground wire you can find and clean the connection. Almost all electrical 'gremlins' with these old Datsuns are caused by corroded ground connections. Once you get everything cleaned up and reconnected, you may find a bad bulb or a loose wire, but start with the grounds. BTDT, ,,, several times! Paul Ohio On Sat, Sep 3, 2011 at 5:49 PM, wrote: > I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work > when > the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work and > the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the > left > rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. > Any > good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. > > > Russell Criswell > Vulcan's Forge > 3936 Broadway > Kansas City, MO > 64111 > > 816-931-6303 > 816-931-9378 fax > 877-531-1046 toll-free > www.vulcans-forge.com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/paulsdatsunstuff at gmail.com From cour.jpeg at gmail.com Sun Sep 4 08:00:57 2011 From: cour.jpeg at gmail.com (cour.jpeg at gmail.com) Date: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 14:00:57 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals In-Reply-To: References: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <735625374-1315144977-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1504294314-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> Yah, I agree with the other Paul about grounding. When you see odd combinations of lights, and the sub-set problem of dual-filament bulbs at half-brilliance, oftimes it's because a given circuit seeks a complete connection through something else -- not really ground. Current flows, and the misdirected bulbs light up. I've seen just a little tarnish from years of salt air around our Chesapeake Bay region cause intermittents in the lighting circuits, both the kind you describe and outages. Polish all the bulbs (shell and base), disconnect the battery and use some emery cloth inside the sockets, burnishing the contacts where the bulb solder blobs hit. Also make sure you score clean the little notch where the bulb posts twist and are held captive, and maybe have a look at the wiring harness pigtails where the bullet connector and socket could be corroded. Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg -----Original Message----- From: Paul Kort Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 07:26:09 To: Cc: Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Turn signals GROUND! Pull every ground wire you can find and clean the connection. Almost all electrical 'gremlins' with these old Datsuns are caused by corroded ground connections. Once you get everything cleaned up and reconnected, you may find a bad bulb or a loose wire, but start with the grounds. BTDT, ,,, several times! Paul Ohio On Sat, Sep 3, 2011 at 5:49 PM, wrote: > I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work > when > the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work and > the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the > left > rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. > Any > good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. > > > Russell Criswell > Vulcan's Forge > 3936 Broadway > Kansas City, MO > 64111 > > 816-931-6303 > 816-931-9378 fax > 877-531-1046 toll-free > www.vulcans-forge.com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/paulsdatsunstuff at gmail.com ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/courjpeg at gmail.com From ljordan704 at netscape.net Sun Sep 4 09:55:18 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 08:55:18 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals In-Reply-To: <735625374-1315144977-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1504294314-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> References: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> <735625374-1315144977-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1504294314-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: I like the Dremel with the various tiny ss brushes for this stuff. Works well and fast, no sanding residue. Linda Sent from my iPod On Sep 4, 2011, at 7:00 AM, cour.jpeg at gmail.com wrote: > Yah, I agree with the other Paul about grounding. When you see odd combinations of lights, and the sub-set problem of dual-filament bulbs at half-brilliance, oftimes it's because a given circuit seeks a complete connection through something else -- not really ground. Current flows, and the misdirected bulbs light up. > > I've seen just a little tarnish from years of salt air around our Chesapeake Bay region cause intermittents in the lighting circuits, both the kind you describe and outages. > > Polish all the bulbs (shell and base), disconnect the battery and use some emery cloth inside the sockets, burnishing the contacts where the bulb solder blobs hit. Also make sure you score clean the little notch where the bulb posts twist and are held captive, and maybe have a look at the wiring harness pigtails where the bullet connector and socket could be corroded. > > > Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg > > -----Original Message----- > From: Paul Kort > Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 07:26:09 > To: > Cc: > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Turn signals > > GROUND! Pull every ground wire you can find and clean the connection. > Almost all electrical 'gremlins' with these old Datsuns are caused by > corroded ground connections. Once you get everything cleaned up and > reconnected, you may find a bad bulb or a loose wire, but start with the > grounds. > > BTDT, ,,, several times! > > Paul > Ohio > > On Sat, Sep 3, 2011 at 5:49 PM, wrote: > >> I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work >> when >> the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work and >> the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the >> left >> rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. >> Any >> good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. >> >> >> Russell Criswell >> Vulcan's Forge >> 3936 Broadway >> Kansas City, MO >> 64111 >> >> 816-931-6303 >> 816-931-9378 fax >> 877-531-1046 toll-free >> www.vulcans-forge.com >> ________________________________________ >> >> datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/paulsdatsunstuff at gmail .com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/courjpeg at gmail.com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704 at netscape.ne t From cour.jpeg at gmail.com Sun Sep 4 10:04:19 2011 From: cour.jpeg at gmail.com (cour.jpeg at gmail.com) Date: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 16:04:19 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Turn signals In-Reply-To: References: <8CE389A78C6F647-18DC-60D77@webmail-d139.sysops.aol.com> <735625374-1315144977-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1504294314-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> Message-ID: <1833498379-1315152259-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-50524932-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> Actually yes on the residue -- thought of that after I replied. Take a can of air to your work after you've burnished stuff, especially those sockets. Blow out all the detritus you've shaken loose from whatever method. Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg -----Original Message----- From: ljordan704 at netscape.net Date: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 08:55:18 To: courjpeg at gmail.com Cc: Paul Kort; datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net; vulforge at aol.com; datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Turn signals I like the Dremel with the various tiny ss brushes for this stuff. Works well and fast, no sanding residue. Linda Sent from my iPod On Sep 4, 2011, at 7:00 AM, cour.jpeg at gmail.com wrote: > Yah, I agree with the other Paul about grounding. When you see odd combinations of lights, and the sub-set problem of dual-filament bulbs at half-brilliance, oftimes it's because a given circuit seeks a complete connection through something else -- not really ground. Current flows, and the misdirected bulbs light up. > > I've seen just a little tarnish from years of salt air around our Chesapeake Bay region cause intermittents in the lighting circuits, both the kind you describe and outages. > > Polish all the bulbs (shell and base), disconnect the battery and use some emery cloth inside the sockets, burnishing the contacts where the bulb solder blobs hit. Also make sure you score clean the little notch where the bulb posts twist and are held captive, and maybe have a look at the wiring harness pigtails where the bullet connector and socket could be corroded. > > > Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg > > -----Original Message----- > From: Paul Kort > Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Sun, 4 Sep 2011 07:26:09 > To: > Cc: > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Turn signals > > GROUND! Pull every ground wire you can find and clean the connection. > Almost all electrical 'gremlins' with these old Datsuns are caused by > corroded ground connections. Once you get everything cleaned up and > reconnected, you may find a bad bulb or a loose wire, but start with the > grounds. > > BTDT, ,,, several times! > > Paul > Ohio > > On Sat, Sep 3, 2011 at 5:49 PM, wrote: > >> I am having electrical gremlins with the '67. The turn signals all work >> when >> the lights are off. With the parking lights on, the right signals work and >> the left ones don't. With the headlights on, the right signals work, the >> left >> rear works, the left front does not, and the right front flashes faintly. >> Any >> good ideas? Gotta love intermittent electrical problems. >> >> >> Russell Criswell >> Vulcan's Forge >> 3936 Broadway >> Kansas City, MO >> 64111 >> >> 816-931-6303 >> 816-931-9378 fax >> 877-531-1046 toll-free >> www.vulcans-forge.com >>________________________________________ >> >> datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net >> >> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >> Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >> Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >> Unsubscribe: >> http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/paulsdatsunstuff at gmail.com >________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/courjpeg at gmail.com >________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704 at netscape.net From girault at bellsouth.net Mon Sep 5 06:40:32 2011 From: girault at bellsouth.net (Girault Jones Sr.) Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 07:40:32 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] 1970 1600 Message-ID: <435823C3-F7DD-4FAC-BC87-09711D798262@bellsouth.net> From fairlady66 at gmail.com Mon Sep 5 08:40:21 2011 From: fairlady66 at gmail.com (Chris & Christy Breyer) Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 07:40:21 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Multi-State GRAND Datsun Classic Message-ID: Registrations are still coming in for the Multi-State GRAND Datsun Classic in Williams, AZ (The Gateway to the Grand Canyon) and the date is just around the corner (1 month away). With 25 days left to register don't try and wait until the last minute to register, you might forget and miss out. We are going to have a great time, so far there are 30 Datsuns registered, coming from CO, NV, CA, NM, AZ, and Mexico (Still waiting on Utah). Registered are Roadsters, Z Cars, a couple of 510s, and "Other Datsuns", no Trucks yet.... So if you are thinking about registering and securing your spot or know of someone that should or needs encouraging log onto www.socalroc.net and you can register online or download the form to mail in. Don't forget to make a donation, that is what will help make this a great event. Bob Bondurant is joining us and will hand pick his favorite Datsun for the Bondurant choice award. We also have a Diamond in the Rough award, so regardless of how your Datsun looks if runs it needs to be at this event. Come on out and have your Datsuns picture taken for the Nostalgic Hero magazine. We are looking forward to a great time in Williams, we hope to see you on October 8th at the Dairy Queen in Williams Arizona. Registration Deadline is September 30, 2011 -- If you are lucky enough to stand next to a Datsun, then you are lucky enough. From Girault at bellsouth.net Mon Sep 5 12:08:50 2011 From: Girault at bellsouth.net (Girault Jones) Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 13:08:50 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] 1970 1600 Message-ID: <14808E13-8762-468C-AE1C-EE45F5A0D927@bellsouth.net> While running very roughly with the air filter off, the rear carb doesn't intake much, if any, air. Do I have electrical problems or carb problem? From cour.jpeg at gmail.com Mon Sep 5 12:44:42 2011 From: cour.jpeg at gmail.com (cour.jpeg at gmail.com) Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 18:44:42 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] 1970 1600 In-Reply-To: <14808E13-8762-468C-AE1C-EE45F5A0D927@bellsouth.net> References: <14808E13-8762-468C-AE1C-EE45F5A0D927@bellsouth.net> Message-ID: <245863948-1315248302-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-544365551-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> Pull the back two spark plugs and look for fouling. If clean you've ruled out ignition. Carb. Check that the piston floats free, there's oil in the damper, and that the rear carb is synched with the front when the throttle pulls. Next would be needle jet adjustment at the bottom where the curvy little fuel line sits. But first make sure both carbs call for gas at the same rate when the throttle cable starts to pull. Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg -----Original Message----- From: Girault Jones Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 13:08:50 To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] 1970 1600 While running very roughly with the air filter off, the rear carb doesn't intake much, if any, air. Do I have electrical problems or carb problem? ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/courjpeg at gmail.com From aultgc at att.net Mon Sep 5 14:28:58 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 15:28:58 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] 1970 1600 References: <14808E13-8762-468C-AE1C-EE45F5A0D927@bellsouth.net> Message-ID: Girault, I don't think ignition (electrical) will make much difference in the amount of air/fuel drawn into each cylinder on each stroke. I think the carbs are out of balance. The idle mixtures are probably off, as well. And, ignition problems could be contributing to the rough idle. You want the air flow to match with the engine idling at about 700 rpm. You'll need an airflow meter of some sort -- like a UniSyn to do that. Skilled mechanics can balance carbs by listening to the hissing noise, but I am not one of those. You need to have the ignition right before you can properly adjust the carbs: good plugs, proper plug gap, correct dwell and timing. You can probably rough them in without the ignition being correct, but I always make sure the ignition is right before I start on the carbs. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Girault Jones" To: Sent: Monday, September 05, 2011 1:08 PM Subject: [Roadsters] 1970 1600 > While running very roughly with the air filter off, the rear carb doesn't > intake much, if any, air. Do I have electrical problems or carb problem? > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From keithddowning at yahoo.com Mon Sep 5 15:39:17 2011 From: keithddowning at yahoo.com (Keith Downing) Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 14:39:17 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Adam Carolla BRE 1 @ Laguna Seca Message-ID: <1315258757.10891.YahooMailRC@web83302.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> In case you haven't seen it, Adam Carolla posted video of his BRE 1 Roadster at Laguna Seca. http://www.adamcarolla.com/CarCastBlog/2011/09/02/monterey-road-trip-pt2-racing/ Enjoy From roadsters311 at rogers.com Tue Sep 6 18:08:51 2011 From: roadsters311 at rogers.com (Al Boettcher) Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2011 20:08:51 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Place to park truck and trailer at the Glen Message-ID: <0107BA40753B4DC5AD563FBF7DD2F998@hercules> I am trailering down my 2000 and would like to park my truck and trailer at the glen..since we are staying in Horseheads..and I was told there is limited space there...This way we can move around easier for the events and just load up on Sunday afternoon...for the trip back...any suggestions would help Happy motoring Al Boettcher NOTMGB From mingocast at gmail.com Tue Sep 6 20:43:15 2011 From: mingocast at gmail.com (Domingo Castilleja) Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2011 21:43:15 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Fan Clutch Message-ID: A couple of items that I need assistance with: 1. Cannot take off the fan clutch. I am trying to change from a 7 fin fan to a 4 fin fan with spacer. 2. Cannot find my vacuum advance on my carburetor. I working on my 1970 datsun spl311 1600 equipped with smog equipment. From ljordan704 at netscape.net Tue Sep 6 21:09:41 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2011 20:09:41 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Fan Clutch In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <86556EA9-8BE8-4C35-865D-FDFB3CF9F59C@netscape.net> I believe it is a reverse threaded bolt? Should have a fitting on the rear carb for the vacuum line. Join the 311 site and download the manuals, life will be easier. Linda Sent from my iPod On Sep 6, 2011, at 7:43 PM, Domingo Castilleja wrote: > A couple of items that I need assistance with: > 1. Cannot take off the fan clutch. I am trying to change from a 7 fin fan to > a 4 fin fan with spacer. > 2. Cannot find my vacuum advance on my carburetor. > I working on my 1970 datsun spl311 1600 equipped with smog equipment. > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704 at netscape.ne t From mingocast at gmail.com Tue Sep 6 21:26:06 2011 From: mingocast at gmail.com (Domingo Castilleja) Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2011 22:26:06 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Fan Clutch In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: How do I join the 311 site. Domingo On Tue, Sep 6, 2011 at 9:43 PM, Domingo Castilleja wrote: > A couple of items that I need assistance with: > 1. Cannot take off the fan clutch. I am trying to change from a 7 fin fan > to a 4 fin fan with spacer. > 2. 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From aultgc at att.net Tue Sep 6 22:36:02 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2011 23:36:02 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Fan Clutch References: Message-ID: Domingo, That seven-blade fan is there for a reason: NAIS (smog system) equipped cars can run hot at idle and low speed, so the fan clutch engages and the high-capacity fan work to reduce the temperature. Unless you live somewhere which requires smog equipment on older cars, I'd get rid of the system, plug the holes in the manifold and head, and recalibrate the distributor for non-smog operation. Otherwise, I'd leave the seven-blade fan in place. The connection for the vacuum advance on 1600 carbs is on the underside of the front carburetor, just before the carb-to-manifold flange. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Domingo Castilleja" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2011 9:43 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Fan Clutch >A couple of items that I need assistance with: > 1. Cannot take off the fan clutch. I am trying to change from a 7 fin fan > to > a 4 fin fan with spacer. > 2. Cannot find my vacuum advance on my carburetor. > I working on my 1970 datsun spl311 1600 equipped with smog equipment. > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From ppeters914 at comcast.net Wed Sep 7 00:05:06 2011 From: ppeters914 at comcast.net (ppeters914 at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 06:05:06 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Fw: Fun SoCal A/X: Ventura Corvair Club 9/18 Camarillo Airport Message-ID: <1643497643-1315375502-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-932714193-@b25.c20.bise6.blackberry> ------Original Message------ From: Ted Hedman Sender: bluebirds-request at bluebirds.datsun510.com To: Bluebirds Subject: Fun SoCal A/X: Ventura Corvair Club 9/18 Camarillo Airport Sent: Sep 6, 2011 9:21 PM It's almost time for the fall version of the VCC A/X at Camarillo Airport. All makes are welcome. Spectators welcome. Questions: Contact Tim Chew at service at topcatauto.com or shoot me an email and I can send a PDF of the flyer and waiver form. Aside from the racing, the catered tri-tip lunch alone was almost worth the price of admission last time! -Ted Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T From tputland at charter.net Wed Sep 7 05:17:58 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 07:17:58 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] left turns affecting engine ?? (not OT) Message-ID: <34509358.14eb6c.132439bd636.Webtop.44@charter.net> Been out of town since last Sat so not had a chance to read and reply to any suggestions offered on this issue. Hopefully this week. Tim --------------------------- > I seem to remember someone else having had a problem with engine > performance after turning left???? > > Is this accurate or wishful thinking on my part? > > 70 1600 w GB dizzy & SUs. > > Still having intermittant engine issue(s) in WI > > Tim > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland at charter.net From roadsterdude1600 at yahoo.com Wed Sep 7 05:49:55 2011 From: roadsterdude1600 at yahoo.com (Mike Harper) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 04:49:55 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <86556EA9-8BE8-4C35-865D-FDFB3CF9F59C@netscape.net> Message-ID: <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! Mike Harper '66 1600 From phillip.b.hall at nasa.gov Wed Sep 7 06:06:05 2011 From: phillip.b.hall at nasa.gov (Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11)) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 07:06:05 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Good post Mike!! My hats off to Linda!! She was new to Roadsters, jumped in, took a lot of hits, but prevailed on getting us a much needed part for a fair price. Great job Linda!!! Phil SEROC On 9/7/11 6:49 AM, "Mike Harper" wrote: > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page > 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? > Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now > commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/phillip.b.hall at nasa.go v From stebharvey at ameritech.net Wed Sep 7 07:43:30 2011 From: stebharvey at ameritech.net (Steve Harvey) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 08:43:30 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Could I get the name of the company that's offering Linda's most excellent ball joints? Steb -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11) Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 7:06 AM To: Mike Harper; Linda Jordan Cc: Datsun-Roadsters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Good post Mike!! My hats off to Linda!! She was new to Roadsters, jumped in, took a lot of hits, but prevailed on getting us a much needed part for a fair price. Great job Linda!!! Phil SEROC On 9/7/11 6:49 AM, "Mike Harper" wrote: > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page > 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? > Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now > commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/phillip.b.hall at nasa.g o v ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/stebharvey at ameritech. net From ljordan704 at netscape.net Wed Sep 7 08:01:38 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 07:01:38 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <57113A8B-C045-4122-8AF6-2459171A2C53@netscape.net> Hey, thanks for the appreciation, guys. My thanks to all the behind the scenes advisors, and you know who you are! Couldn't have done it without you. Check out my post on 311 where I lead a Cobra with my RP ball joints installed!LOL Linda Sent from my iPod On Sep 7, 2011, at 4:49 AM, Mike Harper wrote: > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 From cour.jpeg at gmail.com Wed Sep 7 08:06:11 2011 From: cour.jpeg at gmail.com (cour.jpeg at gmail.com) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 14:06:11 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <57113A8B-C045-4122-8AF6-2459171A2C53@netscape.net> References: <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com><57113A8B-C045-4122-8AF6-2459171A2C53@netscape.net> Message-ID: <1858221191-1315404372-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1163283311-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> I did see it ! And $160 ea isn't as painful as none at all. Tnx to Linda ! Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg -----Original Message----- From: ljordan704 at netscape.net Sender: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.netDate: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 07:01:38 To: Mike Harper Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Hey, thanks for the appreciation, guys. My thanks to all the behind the scenes advisors, and you know who you are! Couldn't have done it without you. Check out my post on 311 where I lead a Cobra with my RP ball joints installed!LOL Linda Sent from my iPod On Sep 7, 2011, at 4:49 AM, Mike Harper wrote: > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/courjpeg at gmail.com From ppeters914 at comcast.net Wed Sep 7 09:34:14 2011 From: ppeters914 at comcast.net (Pete Peters) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 15:34:14 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] 311s.org website (was "Re: Fan Clutch") In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <787504486.312685.1315409654100.JavaMail.root@sz0115a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> You don't need to join the site to download manuals, wiring diagrams, etc. You do need to join the 311s.org Forums to read all the posts, and post questions/answers. Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Domingo Castilleja" To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Sent: Tuesday, September 6, 2011 8:26:06 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Fan Clutch How do I join the 311 site. Domingo From roadsterdude1600 at yahoo.com Wed Sep 7 09:42:40 2011 From: roadsterdude1600 at yahoo.com (Mike Harper) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 08:42:40 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1315410160.45698.YahooMailClassic@web130205.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Rare Parts 800-621-2005 www.rareparts.com, but some of our vendors may have some at the slightly less (I believe) price that we paid when we did the original mass order. It is worth a try to check. Mike Harper, CAI, AARE Harper Auction & Realty 843-729-4996 "Experience Sells" www.AuctionMyRealEstate.NET --- On Wed, 9/7/11, Steve Harvey wrote: From: Steve Harvey Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous To: "Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11)" , "Mike Harper" , "Linda Jordan" Cc: "Datsun-Roadsters" Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2011, 9:43 AM Could I get the name of the company that's offering Linda's most excellent ball joints? Steb -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11) Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 7:06 AM To: Mike Harper; Linda Jordan Cc: Datsun-Roadsters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Good post Mike!! My hats off to Linda!! She was new to Roadsters, jumped in, took a lot of hits, but prevailed on getting us a much needed part for a fair price. Great job Linda!!! Phil SEROC On 9/7/11 6:49 AM, "Mike Harper" wrote: > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page > 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? > Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now > commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/phillip.b.hall at nasa.g o v ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/stebharvey at ameritech. net From ljordan704 at netscape.net Wed Sep 7 09:54:48 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (Linda) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 11:54:48 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <1315410160.45698.YahooMailClassic@web130205.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <1315410160.45698.YahooMailClassic@web130205.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8CE3B8D9AF385CD-2630-28301@Webmail-d107.sysops.aol.com> Mike, Original buyers paid less than what they go for now. We got 2 for the price of 1, now, essentially. Early buyers were rewarded for their faith and patience, and thanks to all of you who participated and bought. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Mike Harper To: Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11)Hall ; Linda Jordan ; Steve Harvey Cc: Datsun-Roadsters Sent: Wed, Sep 7, 2011 8:42 am Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Rare Parts 800-621-2005 www.rareparts.com, but some of our vendors may have some at the slightly less (I believe) price that we paid when we did the original mass order. It is worth a try to check. Mike Harper, CAI, AARE Harper Auction & Realty 843-729-4996 "Experience Sells" www.AuctionMyRealEstate.NET --- On Wed, 9/7/11, Steve Harvey wrote: From: Steve Harvey Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous To: "Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11)" , "Mike Harper" , "Linda Jordan" Cc: "Datsun-Roadsters" Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2011, 9:43 AM Could I get the name of the company that's offering Linda's most excellent ball joints? Steb -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11) Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 7:06 AM To: Mike Harper; Linda Jordan Cc: Datsun-Roadsters Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Good post Mike!! My hats off to Linda!! She was new to Roadsters, jumped in, took a lot of hits, but prevailed on getting us a much needed part for a fair price. Great job Linda!!! Phil SEROC On 9/7/11 6:49 AM, "Mike Harper" wrote: > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page > 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? > Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now > commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/phillip.b.hall at nasa.g o v ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/stebharvey at ameritech. net From printner at att.net Wed Sep 7 10:14:25 2011 From: printner at att.net (Tim Waltz) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 10:14:25 -0600 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <8CE3B8D9AF385CD-2630-28301@Webmail-d107.sysops.aol.com> References: <1315410160.45698.YahooMailClassic@web130205.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8CE3B8D9AF385CD-2630-28301@Webmail-d107.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Someone on ebay is selling them quite a bit cheaper http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3984Q2em1423Q2el2 649QQitemZ300526870580 $132 shipped -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 9:55 AM To: roadsterdude1600 at yahoo.com Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Mike, Original buyers paid less than what they go for now. We got 2 for the price of 1, now, essentially. Early buyers were rewarded for their faith and patience, and thanks to all of you who participated and bought. Linda From ljordan704 at netscape.net Wed Sep 7 10:24:43 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (Linda) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:24:43 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: References: <1315410160.45698.YahooMailClassic@web130205.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8CE3B8D9AF385CD-2630-28301@Webmail-d107.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <8CE3B91C8E5581B-2630-28ADE@Webmail-d107.sysops.aol.com> That is the listing and it is for 1 ball joint, not a pair. I would try Autozone to price match or Rareparts direct for reason stated. Linda -----Original Message----- From: Tim Waltz To: 'Linda' ; roadsterdude1600 Cc: datsun-roadsters Sent: Wed, Sep 7, 2011 9:14 am Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Someone on ebay is selling them quite a bit cheaper http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3984Q2em1423Q2el2 649QQitemZ300526870580 $132 shipped -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Linda Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 9:55 AM To: roadsterdude1600 at yahoo.com Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Mike, Original buyers paid less than what they go for now. We got 2 for the price of 1, now, essentially. Early buyers were rewarded for their faith and patience, and thanks to all of you who participated and bought. Linda From jrusso07 at rochester.rr.com Wed Sep 7 16:40:56 2011 From: jrusso07 at rochester.rr.com (Joe Russo) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 18:40:56 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <86556EA9-8BE8-4C35-865D-FDFB3CF9F59C@netscape.net> <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <000001cc6daf$35555170$9ffff450$@rochester.rr.com> I actually say them listed on an Auto Parts chain store web site! Uppers and Lowers! (both from rare parts). Advance auto http://shop.advanceautoparts.com -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mike Harper Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 7:50 AM To: ljordan704 at netscape.net Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! Mike Harper '66 1600 ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/jrusso07 at rochester.rr .com From ljordan704 at netscape.net Wed Sep 7 18:04:53 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 17:04:53 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <000001cc6daf$35555170$9ffff450$@rochester.rr.com> References: <86556EA9-8BE8-4C35-865D-FDFB3CF9F59C@netscape.net> <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <000001cc6daf$35555170$9ffff450$@rochester.rr.com> Message-ID: Yup, Rareparts supplies many auto manufacturers and auto parts stores. Linda Sent from my iPod On Sep 7, 2011, at 3:40 PM, "Joe Russo" wrote: > I actually say them listed on an Auto Parts chain store web site! Uppers and > Lowers! (both from rare parts). > > Advance auto http://shop.advanceautoparts.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mike Harper > Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 7:50 AM > To: ljordan704 at netscape.net > Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous > > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page > 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? > Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now > commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/jrusso07 at rochester.rr > .com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704 at netscape.ne t From ljordan704 at netscape.net Wed Sep 7 18:06:47 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 17:06:47 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous In-Reply-To: <000001cc6daf$35555170$9ffff450$@rochester.rr.com> References: <86556EA9-8BE8-4C35-865D-FDFB3CF9F59C@netscape.net> <1315396195.93420.YahooMailClassic@web130224.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <000001cc6daf$35555170$9ffff450$@rochester.rr.com> Message-ID: Upper ball joints are exchange and rebuild. I did not have anything to do with that, but I would trust them to be good. Sent from my iPod On Sep 7, 2011, at 3:40 PM, "Joe Russo" wrote: > I actually say them listed on an Auto Parts chain store web site! Uppers and > Lowers! (both from rare parts). > > Advance auto http://shop.advanceautoparts.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mike Harper > Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 7:50 AM > To: ljordan704 at netscape.net > Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] Linda's Ball Joints are famous > > Anyone else see the blurb in last months Hemmings Sports & Exotics (page > 78) about the Datsun Roadster Ball Joints now available from Rare Parts? > Linda Jordan made this happen, and deserves our thanks. One more part now > commonly available, and featured in a great publication. Cool! > > Mike Harper > '66 1600 > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/jrusso07 at rochester.rr > .com > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ljordan704 at netscape.ne t From rksmith46 at hotmail.com Wed Sep 7 21:41:24 2011 From: rksmith46 at hotmail.com (robert k. smith) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 23:41:24 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Place to park truck and trailer at the Glen In-Reply-To: <0107BA40753B4DC5AD563FBF7DD2F998@hercules> References: <0107BA40753B4DC5AD563FBF7DD2F998@hercules> Message-ID: hi al, my suggestion would be to do like im doing----- driving my datsun from ohio. it would be a fun adventure. just take a few spares, and tools and enjoy the ride. see you there! best of luck, bob smith > From: roadsters311 at rogers.com > To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2011 20:08:51 -0400 > Subject: [Roadsters] Place to park truck and trailer at the Glen > > I am trailering down my 2000 and would like to park my truck and > trailer at the glen..since we are staying in Horseheads..and I was > told there is limited space there...This way we can move around easier > for the events and just load up on Sunday afternoon...for the trip > back...any suggestions would help > Happy motoring > Al Boettcher > NOTMGB > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/rksmith46 at hotmail.com From ljordan704 at netscape.net Wed Sep 7 22:15:40 2011 From: ljordan704 at netscape.net (ljordan704 at netscape.net) Date: Wed, 7 Sep 2011 21:15:40 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Windsheilds Message-ID: <48C12BE0-EECC-4B45-8544-7B8D9A491B6E@netscape.net> Was just reminded about the windsheilds that got made by owners. I had a new Nissan one installed years ago so never needed one but glad they got made also. Thanks to those involved on that one. Linda From tputland at charter.net Thu Sep 8 06:09:08 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Thu, 8 Sep 2011 08:09:08 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] engine harness Message-ID: <14eca16d.1b0fdc.13248f10763.Webtop.46@charter.net> I want to get a new engine harness for my 70 1600 that we are stroking this winter. I can use a 69 1600 harness as I am going to be using teardrops side markers. I see that Rallye has them but are very pricey. Dean does not. I have also checked out these guys: http://www.vinwire.com.au/vehiclelist.htm but the reply I got was that he has not done a 69 or 70 harness so cannot do one for me without seeing mine--who has used this company? I thoguht someone had? What is the one aftermarket company people HAVE used? I don't have the name in my notes but painless something or other sticks in my head.... So, where have people been getting new wiring harnesses? Is there a ready source? Or is Rallye my only option? Thanks Tim From az589 at lafn.org Thu Sep 8 07:55:38 2011 From: az589 at lafn.org (Stan Chernoff) Date: Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:55:38 -0800 Subject: [Roadsters] engine harness In-Reply-To: <14eca16d.1b0fdc.13248f10763.Webtop.46@charter.net> References: <14eca16d.1b0fdc.13248f10763.Webtop.46@charter.net> Message-ID: <7.0.0.16.2.20110908054811.04655be0@lafn.org> I have a new Nissan factory engine harness available for a 1970 1600. The part number is 24012-A7700. The price is $340. The harness is listed at: http://fairladyproducts.com/ Stan ==== At 04:09 AM 9/8/2011, Tim wrote: >I want to get a new engine harness for my 70 1600 that we are stroking >this winter. I can use a 69 1600 harness as I am going to be using >teardrops side markers. > >I see that Rallye has them but are very pricey. Dean does not. I have >also checked out these guys: http://www.vinwire.com.au/vehiclelist.htm >but the reply I got was that he has not done a 69 or 70 harness so >cannot do one for me without seeing mine--who has used this company? I >thoguht someone had? What is the one aftermarket company people HAVE >used? I don't have the name in my notes but painless something or other >sticks in my head.... > >So, where have people been getting new wiring harnesses? Is there a >ready source? Or is Rallye my only option? > >Thanks > >Tim >________________________________________ From ppeters914 at comcast.net Thu Sep 8 11:30:25 2011 From: ppeters914 at comcast.net (Pete Peters) Date: Thu, 8 Sep 2011 17:30:25 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] engine harness In-Reply-To: <14eca16d.1b0fdc.13248f10763.Webtop.46@charter.net> Message-ID: <12312565.377556.1315503025232.JavaMail.root@sz0115a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Painless, EZ-Wiring, etc. offer universal wiring harnesses you adapt to your system/needs. If you want stock, you'll need to pay significantly more. Pete ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim" To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Sent: Thursday, September 8, 2011 5:09:08 AM Subject: [Roadsters] engine harness I want to get a new engine harness for my 70 1600 that we are stroking this winter. I can use a 69 1600 harness as I am going to be using teardrops side markers. I see that Rallye has them but are very pricey. Dean does not. I have also checked out these guys: http://www.vinwire.com.au/vehiclelist.htm but the reply I got was that he has not done a 69 or 70 harness so cannot do one for me without seeing mine--who has used this company? I thoguht someone had? What is the one aftermarket company people HAVE used? I don't have the name in my notes but painless something or other sticks in my head.... So, where have people been getting new wiring harnesses? Is there a ready source? Or is Rallye my only option? Thanks Tim From sumton at sbcglobal.net Sun Sep 11 20:49:15 2011 From: sumton at sbcglobal.net (oliver) Date: Sun, 11 Sep 2011 21:49:15 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] new (old) top Message-ID: <5071865EDFA0402896DB6099A29B1D6E@ranteer.local> hi. I purchased a top in 2004. I'm sure I'm the only one who ends up taking this long to get the car to a state where I can actually install it! the top has been unopened, in the box, since july of 2004 (I just looked at the shipping label). its been stored in various dry places of various temperatures (this is Dallas). any thoughts on procedure starting with opening the box for the first time? thanks! From aultgc at att.net Mon Sep 12 00:19:37 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Mon, 12 Sep 2011 01:19:37 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] new (old) top References: <5071865EDFA0402896DB6099A29B1D6E@ranteer.local> Message-ID: <4D46A2C9E4A34532AA83F02ECC0B285A@gaxp1> Oliver, I presume the top fasteners have not been installed in the top. If the top has been properly stored, I don't think any special measures are required. As long as that is the case, the installer should be able to compensate for any shrinkage which may have taken place with age when he/she installs the fasteners. (My one concession to political correctness w.r.t. gender neutrality for the day.) (I once bought an NOS tonneau for my '66, and, as it was a factory part, the fasteners were already installed. When I finally got around to using it, the fasteners at the dash end are nearly impossible to attach.) FWIW, having once installed a top on my '66, I would recommend having a professional do it . Oh, I got it done, but it was a _____ of a job, and I never was completely happy with the way the side lights in the rear aligned. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "oliver" To: "Datsun" Sent: Sunday, September 11, 2011 9:49 PM Subject: [Roadsters] new (old) top > hi. > > I purchased a top in 2004. I'm sure I'm the only one who ends up taking > this > long to get the car to a state where I can actually install it! > > the top has been unopened, in the box, since july of 2004 (I just looked > at > the shipping label). its been stored in various dry places of various > temperatures (this is Dallas). > > any thoughts on procedure starting with opening the box for the first > time? > > thanks! > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From jones_barton at msn.com Mon Sep 12 06:27:33 2011 From: jones_barton at msn.com (Jones Barton) Date: Mon, 12 Sep 2011 05:27:33 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] 7 Message-ID: Diversify your relationship!... http://www.avevita.si/com.page.php?ipage=98r1 From rksmith46 at hotmail.com Mon Sep 12 22:26:25 2011 From: rksmith46 at hotmail.com (robert k. smith) Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:26:25 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Place to park truck and trailer at the Glen In-Reply-To: <55A4A0A7967F4DFBBE2FFC9AC17F3755@hercules> References: <0107BA40753B4DC5AD563FBF7DD2F998@hercules> , <55A4A0A7967F4DFBBE2FFC9AC17F3755@hercules> Message-ID: hi al, yes, i saw that plate on your car. i must have missed you. 42 roadsters on fri. at the tour de marque, 38 roadsters at the show and shine on sat. thats the most roadsters ive seen at our little show on sat. did you see bob sharp when he stopped at our car show on sat. am ? he spent about 20-30 mins. looking at our roadsters, and talking to people. bob smith 69 srl311 From: roadsters311 at rogers.com To: rksmith46 at hotmail.com Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Place to park truck and trailer at the Glen Date: Mon, 12 Sep 2011 08:59:49 -0400 Did you make it to the Glen...I had the gold colored with NOTMGB plates. it was another great year for roadsters..and other datsuns.. See you there next year... Al ----- Original Message ----- From: robert k. smith To: roadsters311 at rogers.com ; roadster list Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 11:41 PM Subject: RE: [Roadsters] Place to park truck and trailer at the Glen hi al, my suggestion would be to do like im doing----- driving my datsun from ohio. it would be a fun adventure. just take a few spares, and tools and enjoy the ride. see you there! best of luck, bob smith From rksmith46 at hotmail.com Mon Sep 12 22:50:12 2011 From: rksmith46 at hotmail.com (robert k. smith) Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:50:12 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] new (old) top In-Reply-To: <4D46A2C9E4A34532AA83F02ECC0B285A@gaxp1> References: <5071865EDFA0402896DB6099A29B1D6E@ranteer.local>, <4D46A2C9E4A34532AA83F02ECC0B285A@gaxp1> Message-ID: hi oliver, lay the top on the car with the top frame up, and attached to bow and see if it looks like it will reach the snaps and twisties, and if there is enough material to wrap over the bow. if it looks short, you can always drill new holes in the top frame, pivot arms. measure 1 inch up and drill a hole in each arm. be sure the hole is centered as you can see there is not much room to be off center. use a scratch awl and a hammer to mark the drill spots, and start with a small bit. i always install the top loose, to allow for future shrinkage. (im assuming the car is a tall windshield, and doesnt have an adjustable bracket attached to the body.) best of luck, bob smith,ohio. > From: aultgc at att.net > To: sumton at sbcglobal.net; datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > Date: Mon, 12 Sep 2011 01:19:37 -0500 > Subject: Re: [Roadsters] new (old) top > > Oliver, > > I presume the top fasteners have not been installed in the top. If the top > has been properly stored, I don't think any special measures are required. > As long as that is the case, the installer should be able to compensate for > any shrinkage which may have taken place with age when he/she installs the > fasteners. (My one concession to political correctness w.r.t. gender > neutrality for the day.) > > (I once bought an NOS tonneau for my '66, and, as it was a factory part, the > fasteners were already installed. When I finally got around to using it, > the fasteners at the dash end are nearly impossible to attach.) > > FWIW, having once installed a top on my '66, I would recommend having a > professional do it . Oh, I got it done, but it was a _____ of a job, and I > never was completely happy with the way the side lights in the rear aligned. > > Gary > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "oliver" > To: "Datsun" > Sent: Sunday, September 11, 2011 9:49 PM > Subject: [Roadsters] new (old) top > > > > hi. > > > > I purchased a top in 2004. I'm sure I'm the only one who ends up taking > > this > > long to get the car to a state where I can actually install it! > > > > the top has been unopened, in the box, since july of 2004 (I just looked > > at > > the shipping label). its been stored in various dry places of various > > temperatures (this is Dallas). > > > > any thoughts on procedure starting with opening the box for the first > > time? > > > > thanks! > > ________________________________________ > > > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > > Unsubscribe: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/rksmith46 at hotmail.com From jklingman at stny.rr.com Tue Sep 13 12:21:13 2011 From: jklingman at stny.rr.com (jklingman at stny.rr.com) Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:21:13 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] Watkins Glen Message-ID: <20110913182113.HU0R9.291234.root@hrndva-web25-z02> to everybody who was at the Glen , have you checked your pictures at www.digidids.com ? I have nothing to do with them , but they have some super pictures of the Tour de Marque and the festival for sale. It looks like they have a good shot of every car. Gloria and John Klingman Spike '68 2000 From tputland at charter.net Tue Sep 13 16:50:58 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:50:58 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] H20 part manual Message-ID: <39fcc98a.1ea226.13264fc73ee.Webtop.48@charter.net> Anyone have a part manual for the Nissan H20 motor or know someone who does? Thanks From graemes at internode.on.net Tue Sep 13 17:45:24 2011 From: graemes at internode.on.net (Graeme Suckling) Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:15:24 +0930 Subject: [Roadsters] H20 part manual In-Reply-To: <39fcc98a.1ea226.13264fc73ee.Webtop.48@charter.net> References: <39fcc98a.1ea226.13264fc73ee.Webtop.48@charter.net> Message-ID: <4E6FEB14.3080509@internode.on.net> On 14/09/2011 8:20 AM, Tim wrote: > Anyone have a part manual for the Nissan H20 motor or know someone who > does? > > Thanks > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/graemes at internode.on.net > > I have the _Service_ Manual for the H16[R] & H20 engines. I uploaded it it my RapidShare site but they changed there system recently and all the links are broke. I can compress and email you a copy if you wish. It may be of use to you:-\ Send me a direct email: - graemes at internode.on.net -- Regards, Graeme Suckling 1965 SP310 Datsun Sports 1971 P510 Datsun 1600 1972 PL510 Datsun 1600 LHD 1973 HS30 Datsun 240Z 1984 B120 Datsun 1200 utility 1993 ECR33 Skyline GTS25t http://tinyurl.com/6n5aza Adelaide South Australia. From ppeters914 at comcast.net Tue Sep 13 22:12:21 2011 From: ppeters914 at comcast.net (Pete Peters) Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:12:21 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] H20 part manual In-Reply-To: <39fcc98a.1ea226.13264fc73ee.Webtop.48@charter.net> References: <39fcc98a.1ea226.13264fc73ee.Webtop.48@charter.net> Message-ID: <002e01cc7294$80213d10$8063b730$@net> It's not a complete parts manual, but you did see the info on 311s.org, right? Pete -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 3:51 PM To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] H20 part manual Anyone have a part manual for the Nissan H20 motor or know someone who does? Thanks ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914 at comcast.ne t From tputland at charter.net Wed Sep 14 05:00:37 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 07:00:37 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] H20 part manual Message-ID: <47f042b0.4a64.1326798775b.Webtop.45@charter.net> Hi Pete and Thanks! I have seen these on the 311s site. I am looking for more detail. Someone has forwarded one to me. Thanks!! Tim On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 11:12 PM, Pete Peters wrote: > It's not a complete parts manual, but you did see the info on > 311s.org, > right? > > > > > > Pete > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim > Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 3:51 PM > To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] H20 part manual > > Anyone have a part manual for the Nissan H20 motor or know someone who > does? > > Thanks > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/ppeters914 at comcast.ne > t > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland at charter.net From roadstergb at aol.com Wed Sep 14 06:05:33 2011 From: roadstergb at aol.com (roadstergb at aol.com) Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 12:05:33 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] WTB 2000 upper chain tensioner Message-ID: <1933472565-1316001935-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-19478247-@b18.c1.bise7.blackberry> Hi List I'm still looking for a new or good used upper chain tensioner for a U20. Does anybody have one, or know where I may find one? I also heard there was an interchangeable part from another OHC Nissan/Datsun. Any help appreciated! Rob ------------------ From svedise at hotmail.com Wed Sep 14 08:35:46 2011 From: svedise at hotmail.com (Jim Svedise) Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 07:35:46 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] WTB 2000 upper chain tensioner In-Reply-To: <1933472565-1316001935-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-19478247-@b18.c1.bise7.blackberry> References: <1933472565-1316001935-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-19478247-@b18.c1.bise7.blackberry> Message-ID: Try Mike Young http://www.datsunsports.com/ or Stan http://www.fairladyproducts.com/ Jim Hi List I'm still looking for a new or good used upper chain tensioner for a U20. Does anybody have one, or know where I may find one? I also heard there was an interchangeable part from another OHC Nissan/Datsun. Any help appreciated! Rob ------------------ From tputland at charter.net Wed Sep 14 09:27:46 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:27:46 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] head gasket Message-ID: <74805d4d.7af9.132688d0aea.Webtop.45@charter.net> Does a head gasket come in any other "bore size" than 3.490"? Or does "one size fit all" and people just don't bore over more than .04? Thanks. Tim From tputland at charter.net Fri Sep 16 06:17:19 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:17:19 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Datsun powered Frogeye Message-ID: <20a3bd07.1ef9a.132722b68f4.Webtop.46@charter.net> This will make it reliable! http://bringatrailer.com/2011/09/15/datsun-powered-1960-austin-healey-bugeye-sprite/ From sumton at sbcglobal.net Fri Sep 16 19:58:51 2011 From: sumton at sbcglobal.net (oliver) Date: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:58:51 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge Message-ID: my temp gauge is not reading. I'm going to really go out on a limb here - doesn't it work by resistance? that changes as the temperature changes? so can't I use a multi meter, connected between power and the sending unit and see if it changes as the car warms up? From graemes at internode.on.net Sat Sep 17 00:04:16 2011 From: graemes at internode.on.net (Graeme Suckling) Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2011 15:34:16 +0930 Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E743860.70405@internode.on.net> On 17/09/2011 11:28 AM, oliver wrote: > my temp gauge is not reading. > > I'm going to really go out on a limb here - doesn't it work by resistance? > that changes as the temperature changes? > > so can't I use a multi meter, connected between power and the sending unit and > see if it changes as the car warms up? > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/graemes at internode.on.net > > The sender is a negative temperature coefficient device. That means it is high resistance at low temperature and low resistance at high temperature. So, if it is still functioning, remove the wire from the sender unit and you can use an _Ohm meter_ from the sender terminal to engine ground and see the resistance changes as per above. If the sender reads open circuit or extremely high resistance even when the engine is warm, is is probably kaput. Similarly, you can ground the wire that plugs into the sender and with the IGN switch ON the temp. gauge should max out. Further fault finding will depend on what results you get :) -- Regards, Graeme Suckling 1965 SP310 Datsun Sports 1971 P510 Datsun 1600 1972 PL510 Datsun 1600 LHD 1973 HS30 Datsun 240Z 1984 B120 Datsun 1200 utility 1993 ECR33 Skyline GTS25t http://tinyurl.com/6n5aza Adelaide South Australia. From utahltps at yahoo.com Sat Sep 17 12:03:47 2011 From: utahltps at yahoo.com (Paul Strahl) Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2011 11:03:47 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Head Lights Out In-Reply-To: <4E743860.70405@internode.on.net> References: <4E743860.70405@internode.on.net> Message-ID: <1316282627.60674.YahooMailNeo@web112701.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Hey The lights on my 1970 1600 suddenly don't come on. Looking for any tips on likely culprits? Is there an in line fuse somewhere? Thanks for any help. Paul S From vulforge at aol.com Sat Sep 17 15:49:25 2011 From: vulforge at aol.com (vulforge at aol.com) Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:49:25 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge Message-ID: <8CE439ACCBB4FC1-15DC-21A67@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com> Ground the temp sender wire with ignition on, meter should peg out. Check connection and GROUND to temp sender, as I recall there are some that ground through a staple in the gasket. Russell Criswell Vulcan's Forge 3936 Broadway Kansas City, MO 64111 816-931-6303 816-931-9378 fax 877-531-1046 toll-free www.vulcans-forge.com From rksmith46 at hotmail.com Sat Sep 17 18:03:21 2011 From: rksmith46 at hotmail.com (robert k. smith) Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2011 20:03:21 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: hi oliver, is this on a r16 eng. or a u-20 eng.? on a 2000 eng., ck. the block that the tenp. sender is screwed into, that it is grounded to the batt. on a r16(1600) eng., ck. the voltage stabilizer near steering column. when the stabilizer is at fault, usually the gas gauge doesnt work properly either. if you can ground the sensor wire, and the temp. gauge goes high, then the gauge, and stabilizer are ok. yes you can ck. the sender with an ohm meter: attach one wire to ground, and the other to the sender, and read the resist., cold and hot. it should be different. best of luck, bob smith, ohio > > > From: sumton at sbcglobal.net > To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > Date: Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:58:51 -0500 > Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge > > my temp gauge is not reading. > > I'm going to really go out on a limb here - doesn't it work by resistance? > that changes as the temperature changes? > > so can't I use a multi meter, connected between power and the sending unit and > see if it changes as the car warms up? > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/rksmith46 at hotmail.com From graemes at internode.on.net Sat Sep 17 19:01:21 2011 From: graemes at internode.on.net (Graeme Suckling) Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 10:31:21 +0930 Subject: [Roadsters] Head Lights Out In-Reply-To: <1316282627.60674.YahooMailNeo@web112701.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> References: <4E743860.70405@internode.on.net> <1316282627.60674.YahooMailNeo@web112701.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <4E7542E1.5030207@internode.on.net> On 18/09/2011 3:33 AM, Paul Strahl wrote: > Hey The lights on my 1970 1600 suddenly don't come on. > Looking for any tips on > likely culprits? Is there an in line fuse somewhere? > Thanks for any help. > > Paul S > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/graemes at internode.on.net > > On the _STOCK_ 1970 SPL, the headlamps are fed from two separate fuses, HL and HR, 10A each. Highly unlikely that they have both failed but check the integrity of them anyway. The Headlamps relay provides the _ground_ for both low and high beams depending on the position of the Light Switch. Have you lost both High and Low beams? I would check the relay connections first to confirm ground applied to the two Red/Yellow wires from the Light Switch. The relay at rest should switch the ground to the Low beams from the switch. If you don't see a ground on the relay terminals then you may have a faulty switch on the dash. Refer to the Tech Wiki site for a Wiring Schematic: - http://www.311s.org/PDFs/1969-70%20Datsun%20SP%20L_R%20Sports%20Wiring%20Schematic%20rev9.pdf -- Regards, Graeme Suckling 1965 SP310 Datsun Sports 1971 P510 Datsun 1600 1972 PL510 Datsun 1600 LHD 1973 HS30 Datsun 240Z 1984 B120 Datsun 1200 utility 1993 ECR33 Skyline GTS25t http://tinyurl.com/6n5aza Adelaide South Australia. From aultgc at att.net Sat Sep 17 20:32:43 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Sat, 17 Sep 2011 21:32:43 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge References: Message-ID: Oliver, Graham is correct, you can check the variation in resistance as the engine heats up as he indicates. Is your fuel gauge working properly? (Both the temperature and fuel gauges take power from the gauge voltage regulator -- a little device under the dash on the right side of the steering column support.) If the fuel gauge is OK, then the GVR is OK. Disconnect the lead from the sending unit. Do you have voltage at the lead when the ignition switch is on? You have a 1600, right? You need to make sure the sending unit is properly grounded. I think you should be able to get one probe from your multimeter onto the shell of the sending unit adjacent to the positive terminal. There should be zero resistance between the shell of the sender and ground. (On 2000's the sending unit is in an intermediate housing, and a ground path from that housing can be a problem. You shouldn't have a similar situation on the 1600, but the ground could be a problem. If everything checks out per Graham's notes and my notes, it's probably best to just replace the sending unit. The sender is usually the problem, but no point in pulling it out of the head without a few checks. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "oliver" To: "Datsun" Sent: Friday, September 16, 2011 8:58 PM Subject: [Roadsters] temp gauge > my temp gauge is not reading. > > I'm going to really go out on a limb here - doesn't it work by resistance? > that changes as the temperature changes? > > so can't I use a multi meter, connected between power and the sending unit > and > see if it changes as the car warms up? > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From aultgc at att.net Sat Sep 17 23:02:43 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 00:02:43 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Head Lights Out References: <4E743860.70405@internode.on.net> <1316282627.60674.YahooMailNeo@web112701.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Paul, Do the other lights (parking/tail) work? There is a fuse for the lights in the fuse block. Likely the culprit, but, if it is the fuse, you will want to figure out why it failed. Look for frayed wires in the lighting circuit. If you don't have a good wiring diagram, download one for the 1969-1970 models form 311s.org. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Paul Strahl" To: Sent: Saturday, September 17, 2011 1:03 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Head Lights Out > Hey The lights on my 1970 1600 suddenly don't come on. > Looking for any tips on > likely culprits? Is there an in line fuse somewhere? > Thanks for any help. > > Paul S > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From chalsted at comcast.net Sun Sep 18 09:49:35 2011 From: chalsted at comcast.net (chalsted at comcast.net) Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:49:35 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] stolen or destroyed lightweight race roadster Message-ID: <833902052.986578.1316360975554.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> around 2 years ago I loaned my lightweight race roadster to Jack McCormick who works for one of the wineries at Watkins Glen with the agreement that he could build and race it and I could race it too... this was done because he just plain couldn't come up with the money to buy the car but had the mechanical ability to build it so I thought I'd help him achieve one of his dreams in life...he'd gotten his competition license too...it was clear that the car was still mine as he had not paid for it...fast forward to last week at the Glen- Jack told me he "had bad news" about my race car...that when he'd gotten into it he found the frame was badly cracked and it was unsafe so he'd JUNKED MY CAR!!!! WTF??? never even called me to tell me there was a problem. I've left messages for him which he is not returning, he just plain had no right to do that. I requested that he tell me where he took it to junk it and he didn't respond to that either. a number of people I have discussed the matter with have suggested to me that it is more likely he sold it to someone...I'd hate to think Jack would do that but it's unimaginable that he would destroy my car so I don't know what to think. the car was formerly raced by Dave Manzolini, did the old Lime Rock track in a minute flat, held track records a few places....it was the lightest race roadster ever weighed in by Bob Sharp and he weighed in the "salt damaged" cars (official factory lightweights) the car had a very unusual rollcage necessitated by the flexibility of the lightweight chassis, I can provide pictures. if anyone is on a race forum, please post about my missing roadster. car was yellow with a red rising sun on the hood, had braces going back from the rollbar hoop and a pair going like an X to either side of the frame up front behind the crossmember. there was a post that went down from the middle of the X to the plate in the center of the X in the frame. if you come across this car or hear anything about it, please let me know. it was not his to either sell or destroy and unless he gives me what I paid for it I will have no choice but to get ugly and have him arrested- would rather not do that. he (supposedly) still has my factory race R16 and all the spares I provided with the car but as he won't respond I can't count on anything. I'd be satisfies but not very happy if he paid me what I paid for the car and gave me back my engine and spares but I need to find out what happened to it real soon in case it may be headed out of the country. any help anyone can provide would be greatly appreciated bumming in Virginia, Craig From RWM at RWMann.com Sun Sep 18 13:39:53 2011 From: RWM at RWMann.com (RWM) Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:39:53 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] stolen or destroyed lightweight race roadster In-Reply-To: <833902052.986578.1316360975554.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <833902052.986578.1316360975554.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <4E764909.6040200@RWMann.com> Great recollections of Dave and this car. One of the reasons I got my roadster. Sorry to hear of its demise. On 9/18/2011 11:49 AM, chalsted at comcast.net wrote: > around 2 years ago I loaned my lightweight race roadster to Jack McCormick who > works for one of the wineries at Watkins Glen with the agreement that he could > build and race it and I could race it too... this was done because he just > plain couldn't come up with the money to buy the car but had the mechanical > ability to build it so I thought I'd help him achieve one of his dreams in > life...he'd gotten his competition license too...it was clear that the car was > still mine as he had not paid for it...fast forward to last week at the Glen- > Jack told me he "had bad news" about my race car...that when he'd gotten into > it he found the frame was badly cracked and it was unsafe so he'd JUNKED MY > CAR!!!! WTF??? never even called me to tell me there was a problem. I've left > messages for him which he is not returning, he just plain had no right to do > that. I requested that he tell me where he took it to junk it and he didn't > respond to that either. a number of people I have discussed the matter with > have suggested to me that it is more likely he sold it to someone...I'd hate > to think Jack would do that but it's unimaginable that he would destroy my car > so I don't know what to think. the car was formerly raced by Dave Manzolini, > did the old Lime Rock track in a minute flat, held track records a few > places....it was the lightest race roadster ever weighed in by Bob Sharp and > he weighed in the "salt damaged" cars (official factory lightweights) the car > had a very unusual rollcage necessitated by the flexibility of the lightweight > chassis, I can provide pictures. if anyone is on a race forum, please post > about my missing roadster. car was yellow with a red rising sun on the hood, > had braces going back from the rollbar hoop and a pair going like an X to > either side of the frame up front behind the crossmember. there was a post > that went down from the middle of the X to the plate in the center of the X in > the frame. if you come across this car or hear anything about it, please let > me know. it was not his to either sell or destroy and unless he gives me what > I paid for it I will have no choice but to get ugly and have him arrested- > would rather not do that. he (supposedly) still has my factory race R16 and > all the spares I provided with the car but as he won't respond I can't count > on anything. I'd be satisfies but not very happy if he paid me what I paid for > the car and gave me back my engine and spares but I need to find out what > happened to it real soon in case it may be headed out of the country. any help > anyone can provide would be greatly appreciated > bumming in Virginia, > Craig From davesmbox at aol.com Sun Sep 18 14:48:28 2011 From: davesmbox at aol.com (davesmbox at aol.com) Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2011 16:48:28 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] stolen or destroyed lightweight race roadster In-Reply-To: <833902052.986578.1316360975554.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <833902052.986578.1316360975554.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <8CE445B73E3880C-1D38-4C1C1@webmail-d147.sysops.aol.com> AH CRAIG you do attract drama which is why we love you. Call his local PD and have them drop in on him. You don't need to have him arrested. Have the cops find out where the car is. We all know it was not junked. Good Luck Buddy, Dave Murphy -----Original Message----- From: chalsted To: datsun-roadsters Sent: Sun, Sep 18, 2011 2:32 pm Subject: [Roadsters] stolen or destroyed lightweight race roadster around 2 years ago I loaned my lightweight race roadster to Jack McCormick who orks for one of the wineries at Watkins Glen with the agreement that he could uild and race it and I could race it too... this was done because he just lain couldn't come up with the money to buy the car but had the mechanical bility to build it so I thought I'd help him achieve one of his dreams in ife...he'd gotten his competition license too...it was clear that the car was till mine as he had not paid for it...fast forward to last week at the Glen- ack told me he "had bad news" about my race car...that when he'd gotten into t he found the frame was badly cracked and it was unsafe so he'd JUNKED MY AR!!!! WTF??? never even called me to tell me there was a problem. I've left essages for him which he is not returning, he just plain had no right to do hat. I requested that he tell me where he took it to junk it and he didn't espond to that either. a number of people I have discussed the matter with ave suggested to me that it is more likely he sold it to someone...I'd hate o think Jack would do that but it's unimaginable that he would destroy my car o I don't know what to think. the car was formerly raced by Dave Manzolini, id the old Lime Rock track in a minute flat, held track records a few laces....it was the lightest race roadster ever weighed in by Bob Sharp and e weighed in the "salt damaged" cars (official factory lightweights) the car ad a very unusual rollcage necessitated by the flexibility of the lightweight hassis, I can provide pictures. if anyone is on a race forum, please post bout my missing roadster. car was yellow with a red rising sun on the hood, ad braces going back from the rollbar hoop and a pair going like an X to ither side of the frame up front behind the crossmember. there was a post hat went down from the middle of the X to the plate in the center of the X in he frame. if you come across this car or hear anything about it, please let e know. it was not his to either sell or destroy and unless he gives me what paid for it I will have no choice but to get ugly and have him arrested- ould rather not do that. he (supposedly) still has my factory race R16 and ll the spares I provided with the car but as he won't respond I can't count n anything. I'd be satisfies but not very happy if he paid me what I paid for he car and gave me back my engine and spares but I need to find out what appened to it real soon in case it may be headed out of the country. any help nyone can provide would be greatly appreciated umming in Virginia, raig _______________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html rchive: http://www.team.net/archive orums: http://www.team.net/forums nsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/davesmbox at aol.com From Fergus.OFarrell at ngc.com Mon Sep 19 06:19:57 2011 From: Fergus.OFarrell at ngc.com (O'Farrell, Fergus P (AS)) Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:19:57 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] both headlites out, possible cause Message-ID: <1432A0C924F7ED439A95685850281F6601F785B7@XMBC3087.northgrum.com> It has been my experience that the multi-connections wthin the late model light switch are prone to getting build-up, so that you get an "off" position at the normal position, and an "on" position slightly off of that. Of course the solution is cleaning of the internals, although disconnecting and removing from the backside is no party. ( managed to move the wiring harness loop in such a manner that my wipers stopped working, and it tunrs out the wiper problem wasn't electrical, but the wire loop had "caught" the linkage. Fergus O 69 2000 From vociferouschicanery at yahoo.com Mon Sep 19 08:41:22 2011 From: vociferouschicanery at yahoo.com (steven boortz) Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:41:22 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] stolen or destroyed lightweight race roadster Message-ID: <1316443282.8007.androidMobile@web81402.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I'm really sorry to hear about your loss, Craig. In addition to criminal action, if any, you can also sue the thief for Conversion. That is an intentional tort, so you might also collect punitive damages. From chalsted at comcast.net Mon Sep 19 16:15:37 2011 From: chalsted at comcast.net (chalsted at comcast.net) Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2011 22:15:37 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] update on lightweight race roadster Message-ID: <1702763575.1028153.1316470537614.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> well, there is no question that the car has been crushed, I talked to the scrap yard that did the deed... turns out Jack's son Sean took it upon himself to take the roadster to the scrap yard beginning of august, evidently in his mind it was junk...really sucks, but Jack called me today and says he will pay me back what I offered him the car for in the first place- what I had in it. hopefully my factory race R16 and other spares still exist, Jack will be finding out about that. will pay me for those too if I can't get them back. so much for my dreams of racing the car someday...it was a very fast chassis and was in the national runoffs 3x. RIP race roadster... Craig From drdetail at drdetailforless.com Tue Sep 20 15:22:33 2011 From: drdetail at drdetailforless.com (drdetail at drdetailforless.com) Date: Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:22:33 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] VIN# on lightweight Message-ID: <20110920142233.13266cbd961621af823a9503a2074c2c.2b8187d87c.wbe@email17.secureserver.net> From jake7140 at yahoo.com Tue Sep 20 19:58:04 2011 From: jake7140 at yahoo.com (Steve Jacobson) Date: Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:58:04 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 123 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1316570284.46880.YahooMailNeo@web37903.mail.mud.yahoo.com> aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!! Steve Steve's racing web site www.NoNameRacing.com Elkhart Lake Racing & Sipping Society www.elrss.com ________________________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2011 22:15:37 +0000 (UTC) From: chalsted at comcast.net To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] update on lightweight race roadster Message-ID: <1702763575.1028153.1316470537614.JavaMail.root at sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.c omcast.net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" well, there is no question that the car has been crushed, I talked to the scrap yard that did the deed... turns out Jack's son Sean took it upon himself to take the roadster to the scrap yard beginning of august, evidently in his mind it was junk...really sucks, but Jack called me today and says he will pay me back what I offered him the car for in the first place- what I had in it. hopefully my factory race R16 and other spares still exist, Jack will be finding out about that. will pay me for those too if I can't get them back. so much for my dreams of racing the car someday...it was a very fast chassis and was in the national runoffs 3x. RIP race roadster... Craig ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ Datsun-roadsters mailing list Datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/datsun-roadsters End of Datsun-roadsters Digest, Vol 3, Issue 123 ************************************************ From drdetail at drdetailforless.com Wed Sep 21 18:41:01 2011 From: drdetail at drdetailforless.com (drdetail at drdetailforless.com) Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:41:01 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] VIN# on the lost lightweight Message-ID: <20110921174101.13266cbd961621af823a9503a2074c2c.1bd2377be2.wbe@email17.secureserver.net> From chalsted at comcast.net Thu Sep 22 07:08:35 2011 From: chalsted at comcast.net (chalsted at comcast.net) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:08:35 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] more lightweight race roadster info Message-ID: <260960879.1118052.1316696915586.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> so Jack's son Sean told me he also scrapped my factory race motor because the "block was cracked from condensation" I called the scrap yard back and where I'd been told earlier in the week it came in and was crushed beginning of august after they removed the "wide wheels" now they say they have no record of the car coming in- that if it came in, must have been as "tin" then they got pissy and hung up on me. can't help but wonder if they sold it to someone after it came in...the whole thing just sounds so fishy, I'm in hope the car still exists. Jack knew the history on the car, it's unimaginable to me it would get scrapped while in his possession Craig From chalsted at comcast.net Thu Sep 22 07:22:49 2011 From: chalsted at comcast.net (chalsted at comcast.net) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:22:49 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight Message-ID: <2002683023.1118600.1316697769811.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> name of the yard that supposedly scrapped the car is Champion's scrap. if anyone bought my race roadster from them, it was not theirs to sell although they wouldn't necessarily have known that...I just want to recover the car if it still exists Craig From chalsted at comcast.net Thu Sep 22 07:26:43 2011 From: chalsted at comcast.net (chalsted at comcast.net) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:26:43 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] need info on person from the Glen area who bought a bare chassis from me Message-ID: <1539210262.1118723.1316698003189.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> I've misplaced the contact info for someone who bought a bare chassis set up for a 215 aluminum V8 from me, they live up near the Glen. please contact me if you are on the list and are the person who bought the chassis or if you know his name Thanks, Craig From tputland at charter.net Thu Sep 22 09:28:39 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:28:39 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] more lightweight race roadster info Message-ID: I still think you need to involve the police. Maybe their presence will shake loose some different truth from the scrap yard. tim On Thu, Sep 22, 2011 at 8:08 AM, chalsted at comcast.net wrote: > so Jack's son Sean told me he also scrapped my factory race motor > because the "block was cracked from condensation" I called the scrap > yard back and where I'd been told earlier in the week it came in and > was crushed beginning of august after they removed the "wide wheels" > now they say they have no record of the car coming in- that if it came > in, must have been as "tin" then they got pissy and hung up on me. > can't help but wonder if they sold it to someone after it came > in...the whole thing just sounds so fishy, I'm in hope the car still > exists. Jack knew the history on the car, it's unimaginable to me it > would get scrapped while in his possession Craig > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland at charter.net From cour.jpeg at gmail.com Thu Sep 22 09:48:13 2011 From: cour.jpeg at gmail.com (cour.jpeg at gmail.com) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:48:13 +0000 Subject: [Roadsters] more lightweight race roadster info Message-ID: <1096047858-1316706493-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-460203003-@b15.c10.bise6.blackberry> Many years ago I had a newly-rebuilt 5-spd shipped from Sheeler's Rising Sun Racing in Ohio to a 'trusted' shop where I was going to have it installed in my '70 2L. There was a good 6-month delay as to when they could take on the job, but they assured me the gearbox was safe. Fine by me, I was in an apartment and couldn't store it easily. The same shop races at our local Summit Point. Gearbox would become misplaced. No one knew what happened to it. Vanished. Probably still in someone's car somewhere. I kicked myself for many years not keeping better track of it in the time frame, and Craig, I have to guess you're feeling the same way right about now. Rub it in the dirt and move on, that's my advice. Saves having to carry poison around for the misdeeds of others. You can control your part of it. Paul/Annapolis Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg From mark at dealermats.com Thu Sep 22 09:45:16 2011 From: mark at dealermats.com (Mark Dent) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:45:16 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight In-Reply-To: <2002683023.1118600.1316697769811.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> References: <2002683023.1118600.1316697769811.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: There is no way to recover the car until you report it stolen. Even if you find it the authorities can not take it from whomever has it because it is not considered a stolen vehicle. The scrapyard has to run stuff through a database by law to see if it is stolen, if it's not in that database they can not be held responsible. You need to report it. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 22, 2011, at 9:22 AM, chalsted at comcast.net wrote: > name of the yard that supposedly scrapped the car is Champion's scrap. if anyone bought my race roadster from them, it was not theirs to sell although they wouldn't necessarily have known that...I just want to recover the car if it still exists > Craig > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/mark at dealermats.com From lee.ehinger at frontier.com Thu Sep 22 10:31:40 2011 From: lee.ehinger at frontier.com (Lee Ehinger) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:31:40 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight In-Reply-To: <2002683023.1118600.1316697769811.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: What an amazingly bad story Craig.... oh my... Lee -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of chalsted at comcast.net Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2011 9:23 AM To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight name of the yard that supposedly scrapped the car is Champion's scrap. if anyone bought my race roadster from them, it was not theirs to sell although they wouldn't necessarily have known that...I just want to recover the car if it still exists Craig ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/lee.ehinger at frontier. com From phillip.b.hall at nasa.gov Thu Sep 22 12:08:32 2011 From: phillip.b.hall at nasa.gov (Hall, Phillip B. (MSFC-EE11)) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:08:32 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Yep - last time I scraped a car body they checked a list of stolen items including cars before they would except it. But, I guess Craig did not know it was "missing" before they scrapped it. On 9/22/11 10:45 AM, "mark at dealermats.com" wrote: > There is no way to recover the car until you report it stolen. Even if you > find it the authorities can not take it from whomever has it because it is not > considered a stolen vehicle. The scrapyard has to run stuff through a database > by law to see if it is stolen, if it's not in that database they can not be > held responsible. > > You need to report it. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Sep 22, 2011, at 9:22 AM, chalsted at comcast.net wrote: > >> name of the yard that supposedly scrapped the car is Champion's scrap. if > anyone bought my race roadster from them, it was not theirs to sell although > they wouldn't necessarily have known that...I just want to recover the car if > it still exists >> Craig >> ________________________________________ From tputland at charter.net Thu Sep 22 12:11:33 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:11:33 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] more lightweight race roadster info Message-ID: <1593e25e.262b5.1329255ddec.Webtop.48@charter.net> Reading Paul's story makes me nervous about my situation: I have had a complete set of 67.5 gauges at the restorer's (no names, but he is in socal) for almost two full years now. Makes me wonder if I am going to get screwed. Or have I already been screwed? Can get him to the phone. Doesnt return emails. Doesn't return voice mails. Oh bloody hell. Tim On Thu, Sep 22, 2011 at 10:48 AM, cour.jpeg at gmail.com wrote: > Many years ago I had a newly-rebuilt 5-spd shipped from Sheeler's > Rising Sun Racing in Ohio to a 'trusted' shop where I was going to > have it installed in my '70 2L. > > There was a good 6-month delay as to when they could take on the job, > but they assured me the gearbox was safe. Fine by me, I was in an > apartment and couldn't store it easily. > > The same shop races at our local Summit Point. > > Gearbox would become misplaced. No one knew what happened to it. > Vanished. Probably still in someone's car somewhere. > > I kicked myself for many years not keeping better track of it in the > time frame, and Craig, I have to guess you're feeling the same way > right about now. > > Rub it in the dirt and move on, that's my advice. Saves having to > carry poison around for the misdeeds of others. You can control your > part of it. > > Paul/Annapolis > > > Another ~ZoltVolt~ wireless picture msg > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/tputland at charter.net From tputland at charter.net Thu Sep 22 13:17:39 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:17:39 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] more lightweight race roadster info Message-ID: <1faa052b.271fc.132929261b0.Webtop.48@charter.net> Reading Paul's story makes me nervous about my situation: I have had a complete set of 67.5 gauges at the restorer's (no names, but he is in socal) for almost two full years now. Makes me wonder if I am going to get screwed. Or have I already been screwed? Can get him to the phone. Doesnt return emails. Doesn't return voice mails. Oh bloody hell. Tim On Thu, Sep 22, 2011 at 10:48 AM, cour.jpeg at gmail.com wrote: > Many years ago I had a newly-rebuilt 5-spd shipped from Sheeler's > Rising Sun Racing in Ohio to a 'trusted' shop where I was going to > have it installed in my '70 2L. > > There was a good 6-month delay as to when they could take on the job, > but they assured me the gearbox was safe. Fine by me, I was in an > apartment and couldn't store it easily. > > The same shop races at our local Summit Point. > > Gearbox would become misplaced. No one knew what happened to it. > Vanished. Probably still in someone's car somewhere. > > I kicked myself for many years not keeping better track of it in the > time frame, and Craig, I have to guess you're feeling the same way > right about now. > > Rub it in the dirt and move on, that's my advice. Saves having to > carry poison around for the misdeeds of others. You can control your > part of it. > > Paul/Annapolis From shifty at shiftco.com Thu Sep 22 15:21:49 2011 From: shifty at shiftco.com (Leigh Brooks) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:21:49 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] more lightweight race roadster info In-Reply-To: <1faa052b.271fc.132929261b0.Webtop.48@charter.net> References: <1faa052b.271fc.132929261b0.Webtop.48@charter.net> Message-ID: <3187BCA7-5D52-4616-8D7F-19FF509FB749@shiftco.com> Same here. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 22, 2011, at 12:17 PM, Tim wrote: > Reading Paul's story makes me nervous about my situation: > > I have had a complete set of 67.5 gauges at the restorer's (no names, but he is in socal) for almost two full years now. Makes me wonder if I am going to get screwed. Or have I already been screwed? Can get him to the phone. Doesnt return emails. Doesn't return voice mails. Oh bloody hell. > > Tim > > > > On Thu, Sep 22, 2011 at 10:48 AM, cour.jpeg at gmail.com wrote: > >> Many years ago I had a newly-rebuilt 5-spd shipped from Sheeler's Rising Sun Racing in Ohio to a 'trusted' shop where I was going to have it installed in my '70 2L. >> >> There was a good 6-month delay as to when they could take on the job, but they assured me the gearbox was safe. Fine by me, I was in an apartment and couldn't store it easily. >> >> The same shop races at our local Summit Point. >> >> Gearbox would become misplaced. No one knew what happened to it. Vanished. Probably still in someone's car somewhere. >> >> I kicked myself for many years not keeping better track of it in the time frame, and Craig, I have to guess you're feeling the same way right about now. >> >> Rub it in the dirt and move on, that's my advice. Saves having to carry poison around for the misdeeds of others. You can control your part of it. >> >> Paul/Annapolis > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/shifty at shiftco.com From RWM at RWMann.com Thu Sep 22 13:25:17 2011 From: RWM at RWMann.com (RWM) Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:25:17 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E7B8B9D.10209@RWMann.com> I "lost" an R16 and gearbox from a Grand Prairie, TX shop in 1983 on much the same basis, reported the "loss" to GP PD, and circulated the engine s/n to see if it turned up anywhere. Nope. On 9/22/2011 12:31 PM, Lee Ehinger wrote: > What an amazingly bad story Craig.... oh my... > > Lee > > -----Original Message----- > From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net > [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of > chalsted at comcast.net > Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2011 9:23 AM > To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > Subject: [Roadsters] again the lightweight > > name of the yard that supposedly scrapped the car is Champion's scrap. if > anyone bought my race roadster from them, it was not theirs to sell although > they wouldn't necessarily have known that...I just want to recover the car > if it still exists > Craig From tputland at charter.net Sat Sep 24 16:18:42 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:18:42 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder Message-ID: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> I am going to use a harmonic balancer on my stroker and I can't find the info I saved on who rebuilds harmonic balancers so I need to inquire...... Who's done it? Who'd you use? Good and bad experiencea please. Thanks Tim From fred.davidson at diversia.ca Sat Sep 24 18:07:03 2011 From: fred.davidson at diversia.ca (Fred Davidson) Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2011 20:07:03 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder In-Reply-To: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> References: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> Message-ID: <000001cc7b17$0ea35070$2be9f150$@diversia.ca> Hi Tim: I used the following company with good results. http://www.dalemfg.com/harmonicbalancer_018.htm The results were noticeable and the cost was far below a new harmonic balancer with 40+ year old rubber. Fred 69 Datsun 2000 -----Original Message----- From: datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:datsun-roadsters-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Tim Sent: September-24-11 6:19 PM To: datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net Subject: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder I am going to use a harmonic balancer on my stroker and I can't find the info I saved on who rebuilds harmonic balancers so I need to inquire...... Who's done it? Who'd you use? Good and bad experiencea please. Thanks Tim ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/fred.davidson at diversi a.ca From mantolik at oh.rr.com Sat Sep 24 19:16:43 2011 From: mantolik at oh.rr.com (Mark) Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2011 21:16:43 -0400 Subject: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder In-Reply-To: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> References: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> Message-ID: <4E7E80FB.50307@oh.rr.com> I used Dale Mfg - did an excellent job and was very quick.... http://www.dalemfg.com/daley_001.htm Mark -Ohio On 09/24/2011 06:18 PM, Tim wrote: > I am going to use a harmonic balancer on my stroker and I can't find the > info I saved on who rebuilds harmonic balancers so I need to > inquire...... > > Who's done it? Who'd you use? Good and bad experiencea please. > > Thanks > > Tim > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/mantolik at oh.rr.com From datrock at centurytel.net Sat Sep 24 20:41:52 2011 From: datrock at centurytel.net (Bill Cole) Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2011 19:41:52 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder In-Reply-To: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> References: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> Message-ID: <4E7E94F0.8070505@centurytel.net> Hi Tim, on the strokers I've seen and worked on, they have used the 1600 front pully instead of the U20 balancer. The reason is the U20 balance has a larger outer diameter than the 1600 pully. The u20 balancer will work but you will have to source a special size front seal to accomidate the smaller 1600 timing cover hole and the larger diameter U20 balancer to fit it. Don't ask how I found this out, I also have a stroker I'm building. I just wanted to shed some light on the subject and maybe save you from having the balancer rebuilt and then finding out that a different size seal is needed... Bill From stebharvey at ameritech.net Sun Sep 25 09:16:41 2011 From: stebharvey at ameritech.net (Steve Harvey) Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 10:16:41 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Driver's door glass Message-ID: Group, My driver's door glass has never operated correctly from day one and has since gotten to the point where it does roll up or down. I exposed the inside of the door and found that the glass was not in the lower/bottom assembly and that the assembly was not inserted into the front and rear arm rollers. Upon inspection, the wing window guide and outer door guides are intact. I checked the outer guide lower bracket and it is intact and secure. The only way I can see how all of the pieces must go together is to install the lower/bottom assembly onto the two roller arms amd secure the plastic retainer on the rear arm. I also removed the wing window assembly. I then inserted the glass into the lower arm pressing it into the lower/bottom assemblies rubber "U" shaped gasket. I applied a small amount of white grease to the rubber gasket to help insert the glass into the gasket. I then installed the wing window assembly with the bottomer front and back of the glass riding in the channels. When I rolled the window up and down the glass came out of the lower/bottomer assembly. Any ideas on the proper procedure for correctly installing the glass into the up/down window assembly? Thanks Steb Milwaukee From stebharvey at ameritech.net Sun Sep 25 09:33:24 2011 From: stebharvey at ameritech.net (Steve Harvey) Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 10:33:24 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Door Glass- one more thing Message-ID: I also noticed a bracket with a slot punched in the middle. It's at the bottom center of the door. Should there be a rubber stopper inserted in the slot on the bracket? When I roll down the window arms to the open position (bottom) the bottom glass support hits the bracket. Steb From datsunpartsdotcom at yahoo.com Sun Sep 25 16:05:49 2011 From: datsunpartsdotcom at yahoo.com (datsun parts.com) Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:05:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder In-Reply-To: <000001cc7b17$0ea35070$2be9f150$@diversia.ca> References: <53ea42d.3da80.1329d84dd5e.Webtop.48@charter.net> <000001cc7b17$0ea35070$2be9f150$@diversia.ca> Message-ID: <1316988349.19963.YahooMailNeo@web36506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> In stock and ready to ship: www.datsunparts.com/1321 Dean ________________________________ From: Fred Davidson To: 'Tim' Cc: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Sent: Saturday, September 24, 2011 5:07 PM Subject: Re: [Roadsters] harmonic balancer rebuilder Hi Tim: I used the following company with good results. http://www.dalemfg.com/harmonicbalancer_018.htm The results were noticeable and the cost was far below a new harmonic balancer with 40+ year old rubber. Fred 69 Datsun 2000 From aultgc at att.net Sun Sep 25 16:49:24 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 17:49:24 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Driver's door glass References: Message-ID: <500388B0459448CCA25F12CDF7C32306@gaxp1> Steve, You didn't say whether the glass moves freely in the channels with everything connected. It sounds like yours is binding somewhere. I'd assemble the mechanism and look for binding when you lower the glass with the inner door panel off. I don't know what plastic "retainer" your are referring to. The only "retainer" of which I am aware is the one which prevents the door glass assembly from being raised too far. I think that part goes in the upper roller channel. It has been a number of years since I had my doors apart, but I seem to recall that the door window glass was just pressed into the rubber U-shaped gasket and lower bracket. As long as the window moves freely in the vertical channels, things should work properly. I can tell you I did not remove the door glass from the lower brackets when I took the window mechanisms out of the doors to clean and re-lubricate them. The outer rubber weatherstrips and door "fuzzies" must be removed to get the door glass in and out with the lower bracket attached. I remember that much. I hope that helps. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Steve Harvey" To: "Datsun List" Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2011 10:16 AM Subject: [Roadsters] Driver's door glass > Group, > > My driver's door glass has never operated correctly from day one and has > since gotten to the point where it does roll up or down. I exposed the > inside of the door and found that the glass was not in the lower/bottom > assembly and that the assembly was not inserted into the front and rear > arm > rollers. Upon inspection, the wing window guide and outer door guides are > intact. I checked the outer guide lower bracket and it is intact and > secure. > > The only way I can see how all of the pieces must go together is to > install > the lower/bottom assembly onto the two roller arms amd secure the plastic > retainer on the rear arm. I also removed the wing window assembly. I then > inserted the glass into the lower arm pressing it into the lower/bottom > assemblies rubber "U" shaped gasket. I applied a small amount of white > grease to the rubber gasket to help insert the glass into the gasket. I > then > installed the wing window assembly with the bottomer front and back of the > glass riding in the channels. When I rolled the window up and down the > glass > came out of the lower/bottomer assembly. Any ideas on the proper procedure > for correctly installing the glass into the up/down window assembly? > > > Thanks > > Steb > Milwaukee > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From aultgc at att.net Sun Sep 25 16:54:25 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 17:54:25 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Door Glass- one more thing References: Message-ID: <5DBF41B64905491E8042FFC995D27310@gaxp1> Steve, There is supposed to be a rubber cushion on that bracket. The part number was superseded a couple of times. I show 80317-A3200 as the last, but my book dates from the late '70s, so it could have changed later. I doubt that it is still available anywhere,but you may be able to get one from a junk door, or, if your passenger door has the cushion in place, fashion something to suit. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Steve Harvey" To: "Datsun List" Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2011 10:33 AM Subject: [Roadsters] Door Glass- one more thing >I also noticed a bracket with a slot punched in the middle. It's at the > bottom center of the door. Should there be a rubber stopper inserted in > the > slot on the bracket? When I roll down the window arms to the open position > (bottom) the bottom glass support hits the bracket. > > Steb > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net From graemes at internode.on.net Sun Sep 25 17:37:42 2011 From: graemes at internode.on.net (Graeme Suckling) Date: Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:07:42 +0930 Subject: [Roadsters] Door Glass- one more thing In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4E7FBB46.60306@internode.on.net> Here is a breakdown of the window winder mechanism in the attachment plus a picture of the window stop. The bottom of the glass should be a tight fit inside the lower channel. In fact the channel appears to be crimped against the rubber seal at the base of the glass. Corrosion in that channel can force it open thus not gripping the glass correctly. Regards, Graeme Suckling 1965 SP310 Datsun Sports 1971 P510 Datsun 1600 1972 PL510 Datsun 1600 LHD 1973 HS30 Datsun 240Z 1984 B120 Datsun 1200 utility 1993 ECR33 Skyline GTS25t http://tinyurl.com/6n5aza Adelaide South Australia. On 26/09/2011 1:03 AM, Steve Harvey wrote: > I also noticed a bracket with a slot punched in the middle. It's at the > bottom center of the door. Should there be a rubber stopper inserted in the > slot on the bracket? When I roll down the window arms to the open position > (bottom) the bottom glass support hits the bracket. > > Steb > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/graemes at internode.on.net [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of door stop.jpg] [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of SP310 door.jpg] From chalsted at comcast.net Tue Sep 27 07:16:43 2011 From: chalsted at comcast.net (chalsted at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:16:43 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] 66 1600 on DC Craiglsist $1350 In-Reply-To: <1390185919.1266404.1317129007854.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> Message-ID: <1674219877.1266611.1317129403640.JavaMail.root@sz0145a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/2619699062.html I do have a personal interest in this one- it's one of mine. good car for restoration, originally out of California came to Virginia in 1980. the wheels in the photo are no longer with the car, I took it in trade and just plain have too many other projects. Craig From tputland at charter.net Thu Sep 29 15:08:49 2011 From: tputland at charter.net (Tim) Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2011 17:08:49 -0400 (EDT) Subject: [Roadsters] U20 rods needed Message-ID: <20735d67.b9d86.132b704afbf.Webtop.45@charter.net> hi all. I just got the word that one of the rods I wanted to use for my stroker is bad. So, I obviously need a set of rods. Anyone have a set of U20 rods they want to part with? Or can I just buy a set of H20 rods since I have to get a set anyway? Thanks tim From hahlbohmd at earthlink.net Thu Sep 29 22:44:23 2011 From: hahlbohmd at earthlink.net (Dewey Hahlbohm) Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2011 21:44:23 -0700 (GMT-07:00) Subject: [Roadsters] U20 rods needed Message-ID: <2676876.1317357863251.JavaMail.root@elwamui-hound.atl.sa.earthlink.net> Hi Tim, I am no expert and can only tell you of my recent, limited experience. I recently spun a rod bearing on my U20 and my engine builder had a set of forged custom rods built by a firm in LA. They are 580 grams each, about 2/3 the weight of a stock rod. They ran $900. Let me know if you are interested and I can get you the contact to have a set made. Good luck, Dewey -----Original Message----- >From: Tim >Sent: Sep 29, 2011 2:08 PM >To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" >Subject: [Roadsters] U20 rods needed > >hi all. > >I just got the word that one of the rods I wanted to use for my stroker >is bad. So, I obviously need a set of rods. Anyone have a set of U20 >rods they want to part with? Or can I just buy a set of H20 rods since I >have to get a set anyway? > >Thanks > >tim >________________________________________ > >datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > >Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html >Archive: http://www.team.net/archive >Forums: http://www.team.net/forums >Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/hahlbohmd at earthlink.net From nmleeds at mindspring.com Fri Sep 30 15:20:12 2011 From: nmleeds at mindspring.com (Nathaniel Leeds) Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:20:12 -0700 Subject: [Roadsters] Lashpad Mystery Message-ID: All, Here's a mystery. Car was running fine, started running like crap, the cause: one of the lashpads decided to excuse itself from the head, and migrate down through the timing chain to the bottom of the oil pan where it sat, uninjured. Now the mystery: why would lashpad want to run away from home? Has anyone else had this problem? Nathaniel Leeds '69 2000 (SU's) Now running, on all 4 cylinders again. From gsglasgow at comcast.net Fri Sep 30 18:18:52 2011 From: gsglasgow at comcast.net (Gordon Glasgow) Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2011 00:18:52 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Roadsters] Lashpad Mystery In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <727120757.2059867.1317428332071.JavaMail.root@sz0149a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net> Possible culprits: Sticking valve Broken valve spring Overrevving Gordon Glasgow Renton, WA www.gordon-glasgow.org ----- Original Message ----- From: "Nathaniel Leeds" To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Sent: Friday, September 30, 2011 2:20:12 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Lashpad Mystery All, Here's a mystery. Car was running fine, started running like crap, the cause: one of the lashpads decided to excuse itself from the head, and migrate down through the timing chain to the bottom of the oil pan where it sat, uninjured. Now the mystery: why would lashpad want to run away from home? Has anyone else had this problem? Nathaniel Leeds '69 2000 (SU's) Now running, on all 4 cylinders again. ________________________________________ datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/gsglasgow at comcast.net From aultgc at att.net Fri Sep 30 19:37:51 2011 From: aultgc at att.net (Gary and Cindy Ault) Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:37:51 -0500 Subject: [Roadsters] Lashpad Mystery References: Message-ID: <08C807F87EC84A39924FA0C3013AEB92@gaxp1> Nathaniel, No, I have never heard of that happening, but there are many with more experience than I have with the range of possible failures in U20s. I have a hard time imagining how a lash pad could run away from home unless: 1. The lash pad were improperly installed in the first place, or, 2. A valve spring is weak (or broken) and floated during an aggressive acceleration event, and allowed the pad to escape. The lash pads sit in a ridged depression in the valve spring retainer. I don't see any way the lash pad could become loose as long as there is tension between the pad and rocker. Gary ----- Original Message ----- From: "Nathaniel Leeds" To: "datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net" Sent: Friday, September 30, 2011 4:20 PM Subject: [Roadsters] Lashpad Mystery > All, > > Here's a mystery. Car was running fine, started running like crap, the > cause: > one of the lashpads decided to excuse itself from the head, and migrate > down > through the timing chain to the bottom of the oil pan where it sat, > uninjured. > Now the mystery: why would lashpad want to run away from home? Has anyone > else had this problem? > > Nathaniel Leeds > '69 2000 (SU's) > Now running, on all 4 cylinders again. > ________________________________________ > > datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net > > Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html > Archive: http://www.team.net/archive > Forums: http://www.team.net/forums > Unsubscribe: > http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/datsun-roadsters/aultgc at att.net