Cross-country in a Barn-Find Datsun 510!

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Here's something a little different for us - We're joining a local Datsun collector on his journey across the country to retrieve and DRIVE HOME in a 40-year old unrestored Datsun 510.

Check out the article, check the route, share the link, and make plans to catch up with Randy on his epic journey!

Datsun 510 Road Trip!

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Man, I wanna tag along with him!
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This is so cool and he will be passing right by Columbus. Hey Randy, If you need any assistance or help when you are near Columbus, let me know. I might try and hook up for an escort with my Z. I'll be watching this thread and the article for updates.

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That'd be way cool, Gord - Definitely need a photo-op with your Z!
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I wonder how far Jesda and Ian are from Springfield? If Randy gets to meet both of them on their home turf, he might come back a changed man :chuckle:
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I-44 goes right past our dealership in St Louis! CALL ME AND I WILL FEED YOU (though I might be traveling that week too)

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Thanks for the interest and offers. Best way to hook up and run part of the route with us is to e-mail me on the route, at [email protected] I'll be checking my email regularly. When you email me, I'll send back my cell number so we can coordinate a meet up spot. Would be cool to meet you along the way. Who knows, I may even need someone to turn a wrench (hope not).
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You HAVE to stop off and meet Jesda & Co. Definitely worth the time. :)
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As we count down to the beginning of the trip... Part 2 is posted!

http://www.nicoclub.com/510roadtrip
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We'll be tracking every gallon of gas used and calculating fuel economy from coast to coast. The car is completely stock as far as the powertrain, with an automatic on the floor, 1600 motor with factory carburetor and a fresh tune up. We'll be taking freeways for almost the entire trip and I'd guess we will be traveling 65mph most of the time. So...what would you guess our average fuel economy will be for the trip??? I'll think of something creative for the one who guesses closest.
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Way cool idea!
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This is awesome. I'm bummed it's not for sale in MD.
The cars you drive the furthest for almost always end up being the best ones. :biggrin:
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Randy,
Your just 1 week away from the start of your epic journey! :bigthumb: I can't wait to read about it daily while its happening and hope everything goes absolutely smooth for you! Have fun, be safe and take a bunch of pictures!

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New content up on the site today so check it out. Getting really jazzed about meeting lots of people on the way. Fingers crossed we won't have any catastrophic failures on the way. Thanks for the good wishes Dale! Maybe see you guys on our way through Flagstaff. Anyone wanting to meet up can reach me on my cell phone at 602-312-4038.
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This is so awesome! I wish I could help drive.
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Well Randy, today is the start of your cool journey. I know you fly out to PA today and start driving your (new)(old) 510 back tomorrow. Have a great and safe trip.

Remember to give us all many update and a pictures! Most of all have fun my friend. It would be cool doing this with you! See ya when you get back.

Dale
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Travel safely, brother - And have a great time!

Guys, make sure you check Randy's route and give him a call i he'll be in your area... It's a great opportunity to hang out with a fellow enthusiast and get some cool pics in the article! :)
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Looking forward to seeing this car at JCCS! Too bad your avoiding the PNW (Although i guess it is out of your way!)
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Hey Randy
I'm sad to say that my plans have changed and I'm going to have to stay in Colorado one more day, which means I'm going to miss your car passing through Columbus on Friday. I'm bummed :frown:
Do you know the approximate time you will be around Columbus?
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A bunch of local Columbus fans will be their to meet and escort You Randy. Sorry I have to miss this. The ZROC crew comes through. Have a safe trip!
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Just meet you guys here at Oreilly auto parts in Tallmadge Ohio. Hope all goes well on your trip. Car is a beautiful piece. For the people that havent seen it yet you all will be impressed. It was my pleasure talking to you and to see this car Take care Jim Good
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Good to talk with you yesterday and find you've only had a minor fuel filter cloggage
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Is it just me, or does the link to the trip no longer work? Edit: works now.

Funny about the fuel filter, I suggested to Randy that he bring an extra just before he left.
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I talked to Randy this morning and they were heading toward St. Louis. Said things were going well. I haven't seen an update online anywhere yet? He mentioned the car was running pretty good, they are cruising around 70 mph with it and I think he said he was getting around 26+ mpg. I'm looking forward to reading more about the trip.

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Az_L320 wrote:I haven't seen an update online anywhere yet?
Here's a link to part 3.

And here's a link to part 4.

We just got part 4 posted about 15 minutes ago.

Amazing that he's getting 26mpg in an old Datsun!
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Hi WDRacing,
Thanks for the update. Its fun to read about it as it happens! What a cool trip. 26mpg is pretty good for a 43 y/o car.

Dale
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I'm not my 95 240SX will average 26mpg!
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I had to do some creative editing. I had published part 4, but it was actually part 5. So I edited the titles and corrected the order.

I edited the post above, but I figured I'd make another post with the updated links.

Here is part 4.

Here is part 5.

Here is part 6.
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Thanks again for the updates!! Sounds like the trip is going pretty well. Would be SO much fun!

Dale
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I agree, I'm very envious.
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