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101. Re: BZZZZZZZ! ignition noise over stock AM Radio (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 17 Feb 2002 17:38:58 -0600; From the sound of it... you need a small capacitor added to the + coil terminal. I usually raid older 60 & 70s wrecking yard cars, but it is just a small capacitor with a metal tab that bolts down (u; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-02/msg00776.html (8,658 bytes)
102. Re: BZZZZZZZ! ignition noise over stock AM Radio (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 17 Feb 2002 21:28:49 -0600; Hood is a big electrical noise shield. Common to find a ground strap to a hood mounting bolt for that reason. Corvette's have a heck of a time keeping the electrical noise down! Good tip! Yep, a litt; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-02/msg00797.html (8,307 bytes)
103. Re: Seat Heaters (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Mon, 18 Feb 2002 19:17:45 -0600; FIRST: DO NOT THROW THINGS! Glad you didn't hit the cat!;-) SECOND: Electrically heated seats. Something that worked good in electric vehicles. Also check out motorcycle shops for heated vest. Not b; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-02/msg00859.html (8,470 bytes)
104. Re: SU Air Filter Substitute? (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Wed, 20 Feb 2002 17:25:29 -0600; I have a couple of those in my garage.... they fit my 1600 Datsun 510 just fine (nice and round). (They also worked on my '63 1200cc bluebird, too). Not not for SU's. Tom P.S. Signing off the list f; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-02/msg00915.html (7,102 bytes)
105. Re: OT- I ALMOST DIED TONIGHT!!!!! (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Thu, 03 Jan 2002 08:25:26 -0600; Glad you and Irene are OK!!! One issue with engine conversions is how close the exhaust manifold & pipes are to any brake lines. It is not uncommon to build up a lot of heat near brake components. P; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00042.html (9,566 bytes)
106. Re: Part # Information (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 06 Jan 2002 15:53:28 -0600; The "metric" engines (#40,000) and higher started with the 67.5 models. Love the parts book, as is does make one wonder. That means a 67.5 only. Starting after Sept '67 (October '67) means a 68 mode; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00189.html (9,583 bytes)
107. Re: Part # Information (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 06 Jan 2002 16:03:16 -0600; Opps 8/70 is a '71 model year. ;-) Tom /// datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net mailing list; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00190.html (6,741 bytes)
108. Re: Charging system / Meter (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Mon, 07 Jan 2002 06:42:43 -0600; I would recommend the Fluke model 73. While around $100, it may seem "too expensive" but for most trouble shooting, it is just fine. I have a cheap $20 meter. It lied to me once too often, so is bes; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00204.html (8,200 bytes)
109. Re: Roadster vs. Mike Ditka (was Re:350z) (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 17:33:29 -0600; Adam, Not me! ;-) Dann B. had written a story some years back, perhaps in the Rallye Catalog? One way to catch 240Z's off guard, was a 5,000 rpm clutch drop. Horrible on the clutch, but got you off; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00430.html (8,526 bytes)
110. Re: Jet Hot Coating (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 17:41:37 -0600; Good stuff already mentioned on Jet Coating the exhaust manifold. The reason the manifolds would crack was due to mechanics leaving off a little brace that was sandwhiched beteen the engine support; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00431.html (8,224 bytes)
111. Re: thanks and questions (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 13 Jan 2002 10:51:05 -0600; Bummer on the brake lines, but the OEM ones with that little plastic coating would turn acidic and cause HOLES in the brake line. Might explain why the metal lines were cut like that. You should be; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00450.html (8,780 bytes)
112. Re: Give me a brake (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 13 Jan 2002 17:39:55 -0600; Two words: BRAKE ADJUSTERS! Up at the top of the brake backing plate is an adjuster. There are two little pistons that will push out from the center portion when it is screwed in. To move it in or o; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00456.html (10,194 bytes)
113. Re: Sticky Valve Cure? (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 17:52:23 -0600; Usually Datsun valves don't "stick" like hydraulic lifters do! Part of me says: tear it down and inspect everything. Odds are the sound you hear and think is a "sticky valve" is really something els; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00603.html (7,860 bytes)
114. Re: speedo (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2002 16:49:21 -0600; Uh oh... there is a short metal part, about 1" long, that goes between the 90 degree elbow and the transmission. Hope it wasn't lost! Look at both the elbow, and into the the transmission. Most of m; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00735.html (9,113 bytes)
115. Re: Engine/Tranny Combined Weight (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sat, 19 Jan 2002 15:42:45 -0600; Less than 500 pounds. Probably closer to about 320 pounds (guessing). Don't forget to remove the shifter and speedometer cable. Two things I always seem to forget. Toss a HEAVY padded blanket over t; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00768.html (7,753 bytes)
116. Re: website update (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 20 Jan 2002 18:11:51 -0600; Check again, John has a early (Solex) 2000, most likely he is talking about a pipe that connects to the water passages! <grin>. Heck if I know what to call it, other than "that pipe for the water co; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg00816.html (9,309 bytes)
117. Re: 5sp Comp (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 07:01:08 -0600; Couple of different versions: The early competition gear boxes had closer ratio gears. 4th gear was 1:1, with 5th gear being overdrive. Two, or three?, versions of what gear ratio's you could get. T; /html/datsun-roadsters/2002-01/msg01106.html (8,995 bytes)
118. Re: 2000 Block needed -- More Black Woes (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sat, 01 Dec 2001 10:20:21 -0600; JC1725@aol.com is your son? The same kid who bidded on my eBay auctions and never sent payment? He claimed that a friend used his eBay account to bid. End result, no payment and a waste of my time.; /html/datsun-roadsters/2001-12/msg00005.html (8,912 bytes)
119. Re: Newbie (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Sun, 02 Dec 2001 15:17:44 -0600; Start reading at: Look for "Datsun Roadster Buyer's Guide". It was written five years ago, but still holds pretty true. Lots of variation on the prices, so don't take that pricing as an absolute. Usu; /html/datsun-roadsters/2001-12/msg00021.html (8,861 bytes)
120. Re: steering wheel question (score: 1): Author: Thomas Walter <twalter@austin.rr.com>; Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 08:04:17 -0600; My very early '68 2000 had a later steering box in it. No problems on handling, and steering felt great. I did not install it, but noticed the later box when I bought the car. Chris Coker -- maybe y; /html/datsun-roadsters/2001-12/msg00139.html (8,569 bytes)

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