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by mattc
12 Feb 2019 10:46
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: L18 short block
Replies: 6
Views: 2571

Re: L18 short block

Ok thanks. What do you want for it? I might have somebody that can get out your way.
by mattc
09 Feb 2019 15:13
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: L18 short block
Replies: 6
Views: 2571

Re: L18 short block

Where are you located
by mattc
09 Jan 2019 07:01
Forum: Powertrain
Topic: Valve Spring Installed height micrometer
Replies: 3
Views: 1575

Re: Valve Spring Installed height micrometer

Byron, i have tried to find a reasonable tool as well. i was not successful... i ended up using small dia valve clearance check springs and snap gauges.

hope this helps
-matt
by mattc
26 May 2015 09:00
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTB: Datsun 510 Trunk Lid
Replies: 4
Views: 1879

Re: WTB: Datsun 510 Trunk Lid

I have one in Winnipeg - Canada $50
by mattc
05 Jun 2007 12:10
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What year Z are these wheels from?
Replies: 8
Views: 2129

RE: Re: RE: What year Z are these wheels from?

they are also the lightest of the Z wheels - i bought a set for $120 with 195-50 A008R's, and they fit great.
by mattc
30 May 2007 08:12
Forum: Non PL510 Projects
Topic: 510 rocker panels
Replies: 17
Views: 10420

i went through the rocker panel dilemma 3 years ago when i needed them for my other car, i just 'reverse engineered' them and made them myself. i can provide the exact dimensions you need - but only for an outside panel. i didn't make the vertical inner panel or the door sill as mine were good enoug...
by mattc
28 May 2007 07:46
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTB: rear crossmember
Replies: 5
Views: 1615

I have one that has been taken out of the car and is ready to go, but the diff mount holes are less than spectacular. they would need to be 'persuaded' to line up 100%.
by mattc
24 May 2007 05:02
Forum: Technical - Archive
Topic: best clutch?
Replies: 14
Views: 3284

Speciality had them in stock. I have the roadster clutch and disk, i was going to upgrade to the 4 puck disk - basically the same thing that Kieth uses, but i had too many other new things to worry about and the clutch was in great shape.
by mattc
23 May 2007 05:30
Forum: Technical - Archive
Topic: L20 Question
Replies: 9
Views: 2892

A lot of us SLOT the motor mount, the holes that bolt to the block. This lowers the engine, and the CG. You do NOT want the oil pan to touch the crossmember, as vibration would drive you crazy. My pan is a finger width off the crossmember. Interesting. i was adding a windage tray and baffles to my ...
by mattc
23 May 2007 05:29
Forum: Technical - Archive
Topic: L20 Question
Replies: 9
Views: 2892

A lot of us SLOT the motor mount, the holes that bolt to the block. This lowers the engine, and the CG. You do NOT want the oil pan to touch the crossmember, as vibration would drive you crazy. My pan is a finger width off the crossmember. Interesting. i was adding a windage tray and baffles to my ...
by mattc
21 May 2007 10:44
Forum: Non PL510 Projects
Topic: well, here goes nuthin...project number 2
Replies: 41
Views: 12882

almost running

the motor is in, everything is ready to go, the rad doesn't fit. I call the guy i got the car from for the first time since i got it and asked him if he gave me the correct radiator, because the lower rad hose outlet hits the alternator on the one i have. turn out he never ran an alternator. oh well...
by mattc
18 May 2007 07:26
Forum: Technical - Archive
Topic: tranny fluid type
Replies: 6
Views: 1988

which ZX 5spd? if you have the Borg Warner T5, then you MUST run Dexron ATF in it.

from the T5 manual "Don't mix different brands or types of transmission lubricant. DO NOT USE GEAROIL IN THE T5 TRANSMISSION SINCE THIS MAY DAMAGE THE BLOCKING RING MATERIAL"
by mattc
11 May 2007 09:12
Forum: Technical - Archive
Topic: brake question???
Replies: 3
Views: 1429

Re: RE: brake question???

vgwagon wrote:The 240z strut angle is all wrong for the 510.....
which axis?
by mattc
07 May 2007 13:27
Forum: General & Technical
Topic: L18 breather tube
Replies: 28
Views: 9138

so where do i put a PCV valve on a manifold with dual webers?
by mattc
06 May 2007 10:02
Forum: Non PL510 Projects
Topic: well, here goes nuthin...project number 2
Replies: 41
Views: 12882

degree in your cam

it's been said many times but i have to say it again, if you don't degree in you cam you are asking for trouble. when i installed my Colt Cam C.543 'striaght up', it was advanced 6.5 degrees! when i went to retard it using the positions on the factory cam wheel, it went forward another 6 degrees!! u...