Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Tue, 3 May 2005 15:51:37 -0500
Perhaps I am reaching, but I recall seeing a white Datsun Roadster traveling through Berne, INDIANA quite a while back. Question is, are there any "current" owners out there "in the neighborhood". I
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Fri, 6 May 2005 14:33:24 -0500
Does anyone know more about this car to be auctioned in Auburn, IN in a couple weeks? http://www.kruseinternational.com/images/pics/2005/aubspr05/2832_3.jpg Lot number 2832 Thanks, Eric A. Isaacson
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Wed, 18 May 2005 19:26:25 -0500
I am sure you are committed to a frame painting procedure as "painting commences tomorrow", but here is a technique I used for my frame using POR-15. Acid dipping my frame was not practical where I
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Fri, 20 May 2005 13:26:02 -0500
The window ad contains the following: 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster - $18,500 in the car corral. 260-410-2052 (cell) Joe Eric A. Isaacson Fort Wayne, Indiana 1968 Datsun 1600 Sports 1978 Datsun 280Z
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Fri, 20 May 2005 16:07:06 -0500
It is a restored "California" car that is pretty nice. No idea what the mileage is. Not sure if the engine bay has been painted or detailed. Perhaps the $18,500 asking price is due to the rarity of t
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2005 13:20:38 -0500
I ordered some transmission service parts for my 1600 today from the local Nissan dealer and the long time, highly decorated Service/Parts Manager mentioned the importance of ordering items that are
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Wed, 20 Apr 2005 15:54:10 -0500
As a Hoosier, we do not have smog testing nor inspections. So basically, I have little to complain about. Of course, I have only seen 1 Roadster on the streets of Indiana in my 31 years. Anyway...per
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2005 09:50:48 -0500
For my 1968 1600 (SPL311-21575) 4sp transmission overhaul, I need the following parts: QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 3 32612-14601 BLOCK-THRUST, 2ND, 3RD & 4TH 1 32618-14601 BLOCK-ANCHOR, 1ST Nissan r
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Fri, 29 Apr 2005 09:16:33 -0500
I wholeheartedly agree that it could be worse than it looks. My '68 floor when through the following: 1. No visible holes with ratty carpet in place 2. Small holes visible at firewall and near the se
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Wed, 9 Feb 2005 17:45:02 -0500
AKA Item "22" in the drawing: http://www.gordon-glasgow.org/Images/11.gif Is this "fuel line" a non-standard dimension? What is a suitable replacement? Who may stock these? I assume this part is NLA
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Fri, 11 Feb 2005 14:16:49 -0500
Thank you for all the responses to my query. What a terrific help! I have been enjoying this list for over 10 years now. An invaluable resource indeed. -- Eric Isaacson Greetings, AKA Item "22" in t
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2005 14:45:45 -0500
What are some of the replacement options for this part (pricing/availability)? I understand one vendor has this part available for over $100. I am looking for alternatives. Does Nissan still have th
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 10:37:23 -0500
During a major engine overhaul, my 3 main crankshaft was found to be cracked. It may be possible to repair the cracked crankshaft, but that has yet to be determined. Who might have an NOS or excelle
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2005 11:13:14 -0500
Are the dimensions of the 1968 owner's manual: 5.75" x 8" If not, what are they? Thanks, Eric A. Isaacson Fort Wayne, Indiana 1968 Datsun 1600 Sports 1978 Datsun 280Z
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2005 13:49:51 -0500
The physical dimensions of this manual would be very helpful... http://datsun.org/roadster/literature/ownersmanual_1968.html Eric ` ___ ' Pete - (O o) - --ooO--(_)--Ooo-- Lake Forest Park, WA 1966 16
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Mon, 6 Dec 2004 14:22:16 -0500
The restoration of the Datsun has finally come to the engine/transmission and an interesting discovery was made. An earlier 3 main bearing R16 (most likely a salvage engine, once rebuilt) was instal
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Tue, 30 Nov 2004 09:15:18 -0500
I would greatly appreciate some detailed pictures of the fuel plumbing in its stock configuration for a 1968 1600. I suspect I might be missing something. Thank you, Eric A. Isaacson Fort Wayne, Ind
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Thu, 14 Oct 2004 14:23:12 -0500
My '68 1600 lower spindle links show wear on the threads (isolated wear). How does one determine how much wear is acceptable? Does anyone still have some of these lower links (NOS or in great used c
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Mon, 27 Sep 2004 07:49:16 -0500
Has anyone bought pre-bent brake tubing from "Classic Tube", www.classictube.com for your Datsun Roadster? Was the quality good, fit and finish, etc? Other vendors in this market? Thanks, Eric A. Is
Author: "Eric A. Isaacson" <eric.isaacson@jbtool.com>
Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2004 10:52:46 -0500
I read and article about a company on the web named eMachineShop.com where you can "design (using free CAD software), price, and order custom parts online". I wonder how the Roadster community can t