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by 521 Mgee
Tue Jan 28, 2014 10:09 pm
Forum: Popular
Topic: Spotted! - Datsuns spotted in the wild photo thread.
Replies: 643
Views: 435407

Re: Spotted! - Datsuns spotted in the wild photo thread.

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Where abouts was this one spotted? Looks to be in pretty good nick.
by 521 Mgee
Tue Jan 28, 2014 10:00 pm
Forum: Cars / Parts For Sale
Topic: WTB: 70s coupe/sedan/ute Auckland/North Island
Replies: 5
Views: 3182

Re: WTB: 70s coupe/sedan/ute Auckland/North Island

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Pretty big project, but shell be quite a rare little ute if you finish it.
by 521 Mgee
Sun Jan 05, 2014 4:17 pm
Forum: Cars / Parts For Sale
Topic: 521 ute cab, Wellington.
Replies: 0
Views: 1567

521 ute cab, Wellington.

I have for sale a Datsun 521 cab. $50, Its got rust in the usual spots, but its got a good roof on it. Buyer can have the front guards, which are in a dented and rusty condition too. Doesnt come with the doors. Cab is located in Porirua. I also have a bunch of other bits and pieces for sale, just as...
by 521 Mgee
Tue Dec 03, 2013 11:00 pm
Forum: Members Rides & Projects
Topic: 1970 datsun 521
Replies: 54
Views: 29120

Re: 1970 datsun 521

If you don't get the well side for yourself I would be keen to know where and how much :lol: Haha, I was talking to a guy over in texas that is keen to sell, but i havent looked in to what it would cost to get it over here. I should have a go at making one from scratch aye, who else would want one?
by 521 Mgee
Tue Dec 03, 2013 10:58 pm
Forum: Members Rides & Projects
Topic: 1970 datsun 521
Replies: 54
Views: 29120

Re: 1970 datsun 521

The factory tubs with 4 hooks are SWB and 5 hook tubs are LWB. My SWB and friends LWB. I think the extra length is in front of the rear wheels as where there is 3 hooks in the LWB I only have 2 in the SWB. It's hard to see the hooks on mine due to the tarp. Have you thought of getting one from here...
by 521 Mgee
Tue Nov 19, 2013 9:39 am
Forum: Members Rides & Projects
Topic: 1970 datsun 521
Replies: 54
Views: 29120

Re: 1970 datsun 521

Great work on the metal fabrication and coming along very well. Just curious what motor was originally in this? You said your tailshaft has the centre bearing? Australias 521 was only released with a J13(datsun 1300) or J15(datsun 1500) for the later model 521. They were all released with a 1 piece...
by 521 Mgee
Wed Nov 13, 2013 6:57 pm
Forum: Members Rides & Projects
Topic: 1970 datsun 521
Replies: 54
Views: 29120

Re: 1970 datsun 521

yeah greg is right, you need hoops due to engine mod's regardless of what components you use. 50x6mm material - but Craig from Proparts will hook you up for some off the shelf products if they are compatiable with your setup PS: watched your video, and I think your carbs are out of balance :lol: Ha...
by 521 Mgee
Tue Nov 12, 2013 9:52 pm
Forum: Members Rides & Projects
Topic: 1970 datsun 521
Replies: 54
Views: 29120

Re: 1970 datsun 521

Thanks for the comments guys, still slowly chipping away at it bit by bit. Was hoping to have it done by our eviction date haha. Below is a little video of the shifter in action. Gobbily gobbily...... https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152246024230884&set=vb.363486523721708&type=2&th...
by 521 Mgee
Tue Nov 05, 2013 10:14 pm
Forum: Members Rides & Projects
Topic: 1970 datsun 521
Replies: 54
Views: 29120

Re: 1970 datsun 521

Heres my latest update Ive completed a fair amount of work since the last post, but im really crap at keeping this page up to speed. Apologies to all So the below pics show whats been done. On top of those ive also finished the drag link flip, re-covered the dash top, mounted an aluminium radiator, ...
by 521 Mgee
Thu Sep 05, 2013 8:08 pm
Forum: Cars / Parts Wanted
Topic: Wanted, 720 ute chassis parts
Replies: 1
Views: 1743

Wanted, 720 ute chassis parts

Hey guys, I'm after any 720 or late model 620 driveshaft hanger carrier, and possibly the whole x member that the hanger bearing mounts on to. Also keen on some 720 leaf springs too. Cheers