ODPL info Gone?

[DanielC]

Is all the info that was on ODPL archived somewhere, or is it just gone?

[phlebmaster]

What are you looking for? Maybe we can get it.

[DanielC]

Pretty much all of it. A lot of the posts were useful.I do not mean to be self centered, but I would like to recover my posts.

[phlebmaster]

I will see what I can do.

Here is a list of all of your posts: http://www.olddatsunpickuplove...sts=1



Posts by DanielC Profile Topics Posts 95 posts Showing posts 1-40 of 95 521 Part Numbers > 1967 truck 521 (1 reply - 12 views)

I had a 1967 Datsun 520 pickup, with a 1300 engine also. No longer have it. I believe that unlike domestic car companies in that time, ... Sat Oct 25th, 2008 10:30 am

620 General Chat > headlight/relay (5 replies - 140 views)

What electrical tools do you have? A test light? A multimeter of some type? That will help me tell you what to do to ... Mon Apr 7th, 2008 07:04 pm

620 General Chat > headlight/relay (5 replies - 140 views)

I have a diagram that is labels as for a 521, but it is not, I think it is for a 620. The headlight ... Mon Apr 7th, 2008 12:30 pm

320 Advice > TOWING A L320 (8 replies - 488 views)

Like it was pointed out, an automatic transmission is usually lubricated by an oil pump that turns only when the engine is running. A ... Thu Mar 20th, 2008 10:29 am

521 Wanted Parts > 72 marker lights info (5 replies - 313 views)

Those e-bay items are not the side marker lights ... Wed Mar 12th, 2008 01:54 pm

521 Wanted Parts > 72 marker lights info (5 replies - 313 views)

The marker lights on most mid 1970's Datsuns are very similar. The only part that is model specfic is the rubber base. The lens, screws, ... Tue Mar 11th, 2008 10:30 pm

320 Advice > 320 ignition switch (8 replies - 175 views)

How many terminals are on the switch? I am not familar with 320 ignition switch details, but this is how a 521 ignition switch is ... Tue Mar 4th, 2008 04:58 pm

General 521 Chat > ignition coil wiring (1 reply - 97 views)

Check out this thread on Ratsun.net I have answered the same question there http://forum.ratsun.net/showthread.php?t=2289 There is also pictures there. ... Sun Feb 17th, 2008 07:01 pm

320 Advice > tire size (9 replies - 215 views)

A 195 tire is even wider than a 185, and the problem would be worse. A 175 tire is recommended for a minimum wheel width ... Thu Feb 14th, 2008 09:40 am

320 Advice > tire size (9 replies - 215 views)

I have been watching this thread, because I am needing to get new tires for my PL-521. The wheels are 4 inches inside the beads, ... Wed Feb 13th, 2008 09:14 pm

620 Parts Wanted! > 76' jideco reservoir washer sprayer motor (3 replies - 360 views)

Try this link: http://olddatsunpickuplovers.c...asher ... Fri Feb 8th, 2008 09:45 am

521 Parts For Sale > 521 parts (7 replies - 271 views)

Riverside California is a little too far drive. Rats. ... Tue Jan 15th, 2008 04:46 am

521 Parts For Sale > 521 parts (7 replies - 271 views)

Where are you located? ... Sat Jan 12th, 2008 09:17 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

My brakes are basic stock brakes. When I started working on the brakes, I had a total of three master cylinders, four rear wheel ... Thu Jan 10th, 2008 08:17 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Sorry, I have not yet got a diagram of the plug for the combination meter. I have been too tired to figure out a drawing ... Tue Jan 8th, 2008 11:31 pm

521 Wanted Parts > Hood release cable (2 replies - 80 views)

A possible source, if the Nissan dealer cannot help you is to try a bicycle shop. The cables used for bicycles for shifting and brakes, ... Fri Dec 28th, 2007 11:28 pm

521 Wanted Parts > parts needed (3 replies - 149 views)

I have a 521 with the reflectors on it that is a parts truck. It has a lot of body damage, and the plans for ... Tue Dec 25th, 2007 07:54 am

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > Wiper bag pump repair (2 replies - 129 views)

Hey, I am on here too! Thanks for the kudos! ... Tue Dec 18th, 2007 12:59 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I am still waiting for brake parts, but there is plenty of other stuff to work on. Horn, cabin light, windshield washer, the heater ... Sun Dec 16th, 2007 10:21 pm

Technical > Timing info (4 replies - 186 views)

I believe that the distributer vacuum port is above the throttle plate at idle, so it should not matter if the distributer vacuum line ... Sun Dec 9th, 2007 11:09 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

The last few days, I did one of my most favorite vehicle maintaince jobs, while waiting for brake parts I ordered to come in. ... Fri Dec 7th, 2007 08:04 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Today some brake parts I ordered came in, and a clutch master cylinder kit. I cleaned up the three brake master cylinders, two clutch ... Tue Dec 4th, 2007 08:16 pm

Personal messages for all our members > What type of computer do you use? (2 replies - 631 views)

I like doing things cheaply. Maybe that is why I got a Datsun many years ago, in the first place. After fighting with my ... Sun Dec 2nd, 2007 09:46 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

As you can see, I have a lot of body work to do on this truck. Right now. I am just concentrating on getting ... Sun Dec 2nd, 2007 09:24 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Here is a picture of the tailgate, and rear bumper. ... Sun Dec 2nd, 2007 08:20 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Here is the right side. ... Sun Dec 2nd, 2007 09:41 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Another picture, left side ... Sun Dec 2nd, 2007 09:34 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I am going to try to put pictures in a post. ... Sat Dec 1st, 2007 07:55 pm

Technical > air Horn (1 reply - 136 views)

The four holes that mount the bracket that holds the air (smog) pump? They are 8MM x 1.25. length 20 MM? They are outside in ... Mon Nov 26th, 2007 09:18 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I have the roll of film, I need to get it developed. ... Mon Nov 26th, 2007 12:37 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

My Datsun finally moved itself today. Clutch not disengageing, no hydraulic brakes, but the emergency brake works. Not registered yet. It starts very ... Sun Nov 25th, 2007 05:37 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

It has been a long time, but here is another update. I have been doing some sheet metal work on my Datsun 521 pickups, and ... Fri Nov 23rd, 2007 11:26 pm

General 521 Chat > mold making-fiberglass (3 replies - 144 views)

Here in the Pacific Northwest, I get fiberglass supplies from Tap Plastics (tapplastics.com) You can also order fiberglass supplies from Minicraft, they are in ... Fri Nov 23rd, 2007 07:43 am

521 Parts For Sale > New 521 Exhausts Available (8 replies - 372 views)

I am probably missing something, but where is your E-mail address so I can get some more info on the exhaust system for My PL-521 ... Thu Nov 22nd, 2007 09:05 pm

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > Lost Only Keys to my Pickup! Key Code???? (2 replies - 147 views)

Are the doors locked, are you locked out of the truck? On my 1971 pu, if you were outside of the truck, you had to ... Wed Nov 21st, 2007 10:58 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I would start by taking the old rubber hose out, and checking the inside diameter of it. An auto parts store would be my next ... Mon Jul 16th, 2007 04:54 pm

620 General Chat > kid in a candy store (48 replies - 1220 views)

Lance, Datsun used different gears on the end of the speedometer cable to match the speedometer to the different rear axle ratios used in various ... Wed Apr 18th, 2007 05:30 am

521 Wanted Parts > fuse box (23 replies - 808 views)

I replaced mine with a blank six fuse panel I got at a marine supply store. I had to tie four terminals together, for ... Thu Apr 12th, 2007 06:09 am

620 General Chat > propeller shaft (2 replies - 297 views)

You might be able to contact a driveline shop in your area, I had to get the driveline shortened in my PL-521 when I put ... Thu Apr 12th, 2007 05:55 am

521's For Sale > 69 L 521 on ebay. (12 replies - 784 views)

Great! good news! I will have to go and find out about how to ship the fenders, I believe that they will end up ... Tue Apr 10th, 2007 06:49 am

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Posts by DanielC Profile Topics Posts 95 posts Showing posts 41-80 of 95 521's For Sale > 69 L 521 on ebay. (12 replies - 784 views)

Front fenders, both. Stainless front end trim, (two half rings around head lights, piece below grill, piece on hood, and screws with clips that go on ... Mon Apr 9th, 2007 10:22 am

521's For Sale > 69 L 521 on ebay. (12 replies - 784 views)

I am interested in parts off your 521 pickup. Would you be interested in shipping stuff to Portland, Or? ... Mon Apr 9th, 2007 07:51 am

320's For Sale > 63-72 pick up desperately wanted (7 replies - 566 views)

Do not mean to start an argument here, but in 1974 Ford did make Ranger pickups. Ranger in those years was a trim package. ... Sun Apr 8th, 2007 02:39 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Over the last few days, I have been working on tail light assemblies, and licence plate light. I removed the tail light assemblies from ... Sat Apr 7th, 2007 10:54 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I will try moving the electrodes, and part around, to see if that helps. I got two parts cooking right now. My concept (and ... Fri Apr 6th, 2007 01:02 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I have been using the electrolytic process on some of the light parts. Unfortunately, it is not a miracle process that will restore a ... Fri Apr 6th, 2007 08:44 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

While waiting on a cylinder head to get done, I have been working on the lights. When I started the light project, the high ... Thu Apr 5th, 2007 11:56 pm

General 521 Chat > Changing head gasket/ Need manual (2 replies - 158 views)

http://www.the620.com had a lot of tech manuals in PFD format. Make sure you know how to time the cam to the crank. You will also ... Mon Apr 2nd, 2007 09:08 pm

General 521 Chat > parts prices (5 replies - 269 views)

Chrome plating is one of those things that has been deemed very environmentally unfriendly. A lot of plating shops have been forced out of ... Sun Apr 1st, 2007 05:46 pm

320 Advice > Weighing the options (1 reply - 302 views)

Old hot rod saying. "Anything can be done, given enough time and money" I have not done this swap, but I have owned a ... Wed Mar 28th, 2007 07:34 am

320 Advice > J13 engine (4 replies - 393 views)

When I first started my "get it running again " project, I went to Schucks auto parts and they said they could get me a ... Mon Mar 26th, 2007 09:09 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I took one of my L-16 heads to a local machine shop today. I plan on having the valve guides replaced, and the valves ... Mon Mar 26th, 2007 09:05 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Another update. I did order some valves, that I thought had oversized stems, to be able to hopefully not have to replace the valve ... Fri Mar 23rd, 2007 06:01 pm

620 General Chat > intake /exhaust bolts (4 replies - 137 views)

I used a 12 mm socket, connected to a 3/8 universal, to a 6 inch extension, on a ratchet to reach those bolts. You have ... Wed Mar 21st, 2007 03:33 pm

General 521 Chat > exhaust manifold (1 reply - 163 views)

I put a L-18 in my 1970, and did not have any problems, with the exhaust manifold, but I also have a two ... Wed Mar 21st, 2007 12:29 pm

620 General Chat > intake /exhaust bolts (4 replies - 137 views)

When putting the engine back together, this is how I do it, but this is a L-16 engine. First, is everything clean, no ... Wed Mar 21st, 2007 12:23 pm

620 General Chat > 1973 Datsun 620 (3 replies - 170 views)

I have gone to two auto shows recently, The Portland Roadster show, and Rod and Custom show here in Portland, Or. I believe both shows ... Sat Mar 17th, 2007 09:45 am

620 General Chat > engine rebiuld (3 replies - 143 views)

I can sympthize with you, I hate having to give a machine shop a lot of money. Try to get them to give you ... Sun Mar 11th, 2007 06:59 pm

620 General Chat > engine rebiuld (3 replies - 143 views)

I too am trying to get an engine running and spending the least amount of money doing it. After compression, another check is a ... Sun Mar 11th, 2007 09:00 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I have removed the head off the L-18 block. After dissassembling the head, and pulling the valves, and taking the spring seats out, I ... Sun Mar 4th, 2007 11:23 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I sealed off the water pump holes on the front of the L-18 block, and made a plate to cover where the thermostat ... Sat Mar 3rd, 2007 01:36 pm

320 Advice > Electrical help (5 replies - 398 views)

A little of electrical theory here. Generators sometimes use a residual magnetisim in the field to start generating voltage. The regulator keeps the generator ... Sat Mar 3rd, 2007 01:26 pm

Common Parts > electrolytic rust removal (14 replies - 591 views)

Scrap steel is much easier to obtain. If I had a bunch of scrap stainless, I would sell it. You can get the large Rubbermaid ... Thu Mar 1st, 2007 08:46 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I have just been cleaning a bunch of parts, and the oil pan and front cover is still off the engine. I plan on ... Thu Mar 1st, 2007 08:31 pm

Common Parts > electrolytic rust removal (14 replies - 591 views)

I did the process on a spare waterpump pully that was badly rusted, and It did remove the rust, but it was still pitted, ... Thu Mar 1st, 2007 08:22 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I got the thermostat housing sealed up, and found another radiator, in better condition. One of the expansion plugs was still leaking a little, so ... Tue Feb 27th, 2007 10:13 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

It is so nice to have the luxery of a parts truck. The hydraulic brakes do not work on the truck I am working on. ... Sun Feb 25th, 2007 09:19 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

More updates on my project. The L-16 engine I hoped to get running would not start, compression #1, 90, #2,60, #3, 30, #4, 150. ... Sun Feb 25th, 2007 07:51 am

Common Parts > electrolytic rust removal (14 replies - 591 views)

I too have a sandblaster, but a too small air compressor to run it with any kind of a useful duty cycle. Sandblasting also removes ... Wed Feb 21st, 2007 02:31 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Thanks for the heads up on Oil filter supply. I have been there before, but now everyone who reads this knows about them. I was ... Wed Feb 21st, 2007 02:17 pm

Common Parts > electrolytic rust removal (14 replies - 591 views)

I have been doing a few experiments, or tests of using a process of electrolysis to help remove rust from old parts. The basic ... Tue Feb 20th, 2007 11:01 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Another update. In the last few days, I pulled the gas tank out of the truck, Cleaned it out, and put it back in. ... Tue Feb 20th, 2007 10:27 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

The name of the shop is Bill's Datsun Shoppe, in Clackamas, Or. The $100.00 price was for a block that could be made running, if ... Mon Feb 19th, 2007 07:37 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Just a quick update. I got the L-18 out of the truck, and the L-16 I want to check out to see if it is ... Sat Feb 17th, 2007 12:24 am

General 521 Chat > Rear Breaks (5 replies - 383 views)

The brake shoes spread (go out) when adjusting wheel is turned downward. (one side adjusters have left hand threads) Turn the adjuster wheel ... Tue Feb 13th, 2007 01:10 am

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > New member, lots of Datsuns (4 replies - 599 views)

Hey, I joined around the new year. We were all busy or something. Thanks. I do not have a digital camera, so I have ... Tue Feb 13th, 2007 12:59 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

More updates on my "get it...." The engine I chose to try to get running, was slowly leaking oil. The oil pan had some ... Tue Feb 13th, 2007 12:47 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Thanks for the kudos. I am using Arm and Hammer Super washing soda, it is in a yellow box, I found it hidden in the ... Sat Feb 10th, 2007 08:59 am

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Here is an update on the progress on My 521. On Wednesday, two days after I started this project, I got the most promising L-16 ... Fri Feb 9th, 2007 10:47 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

Do people want me to post where I got parts, and numbers of parts I used to get this project going? Thanks for ... Tue Feb 6th, 2007 11:39 pm

Current time is 08:34 am 1 2 3

Posts by DanielC Profile Topics Posts 95 posts Showing posts 81-95 of 95 521 Photo Album > 521 Rollin' on 20" (9 replies - 1134 views)

Good looking truck. Can you give us some details on how you did it? Is the rear axle shortened to fit the wider wheels under ... Tue Feb 6th, 2007 07:02 pm

Datsun 521 Projects > My 521 "get it running again" (48 replies - 1974 views)

I want or need to get one of my 521s running again. I have two that were crashed, and one I quit driving sometime around ... Mon Feb 5th, 2007 10:27 pm

520 Advice > King Pin Replacement (1 reply - 429 views)

I have done kingpins on a PL-521. First the obvious question, is the retaining bolt out? They are a tight press fit, and you have ... Sun Feb 4th, 2007 11:05 pm

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > For Sale/Trade/??? (7 replies - 615 views)

What year are the two Datsuns? What engine is in the red one, and how long has it been sitting? ... Sat Feb 3rd, 2007 06:52 am

620 General Chat > need help (7 replies - 197 views)

Black smoke means too rich. Does your carb have a glass window with a white line across it? That is where your fuel level should ... Sun Jan 21st, 2007 09:58 pm

620 General Chat > Ignition Problems (4 replies - 172 views)

You can adjust the position of the plate that holds the second (retarded) set of points to allow the second set of points to fire ... Sun Jan 21st, 2007 09:52 pm

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > Looking for a clean title (2 replies - 252 views)

Uh,....Why? If the title is lost, DMV of the state that the truck was last registered in should be able to get you a duplicate title. ... Mon Jan 8th, 2007 07:22 pm

620 General Chat > transmission's, Clutches, and motors, oh my! (4 replies - 182 views)

I am not really sure, I have not actually done this. I think the L-20 engine has a 215 mm clutchdisk diameter flywheel, and six ... Sat Jan 6th, 2007 10:28 pm

620 General Chat > transmission's, Clutches, and motors, oh my! (4 replies - 182 views)

I believe the L-16 manual trans will bolt up to the L-20 engine. The transmission to frame mount may need some changes. ... Sat Jan 6th, 2007 07:10 am

620 General Chat > L- series motors (5 replies - 218 views)

It really depends on the condition of the motors. All things being equal, the L-20 will have more power, but use more gas. You have ... Mon Jan 1st, 2007 09:06 pm

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > New member, lots of Datsuns (4 replies - 599 views)

I live just south of Portland, Or. ... Mon Jan 1st, 2007 08:43 pm

Where are we > Pig Sooie from Arkansas (3 replies - 345 views)

I have three 1971 PL521 pickups. There is a trap door in the bed that you can pry up and get access to the fuel ... Mon Jan 1st, 2007 10:52 am

520 Advice > Door keys! (11 replies - 693 views)

You might be able to get a key, or keys made at a locksmith, by taking the lock cylinder to them. I have had a ... Mon Jan 1st, 2007 10:46 am

620 General Chat > L- series motors (5 replies - 218 views)

The L20 motor you have is actually about 3/4 of an inch taller than the L16, but should bolt to the transmission. The extra height ... Mon Jan 1st, 2007 10:37 am

Old Datsun Pickup lovers > New member, lots of Datsuns (4 replies - 599 views)

I found this site last night, Happy new year, 2007. I have three Datsuns, all PL521, and with body damage, sorry. One is a parts ... Sun Dec 31st, 2006 08:09 am

Current time is 08:34 am 1 2 3 Just let us know what you want and we will see about getting it transferred over. I cannot do this, but I think Ken can.

[DanielC]

Thank you!!!!I booked marked the link in your last post to my stuff.

[AZhitman]

Welcome back, Daniel!

I think everything made it over in the move.... If not, it's Aaron's fault.

[phlebmaster]

Welcome back, Daniel!

I think everything made it over in the move.... If not, it's Aaron's fault.

[IMH]

It appears that the old ODPL domain name has expired. It was easy enough to get here by going to NICO then to this forum and replacing the old bookmark with this one:zeromain?id=190

[IMH]

This site is really slow since the move....bordering on dead....

[AZhitman]

Well, let's get the word out and start pulling our guys back in.

Anytime you see an old Datsun for sale on ebay or CL, let them know about us.

I've sent an email to all the old members as well, reminding them that we're still here.

[phlebmaster]

Thanks for your support Greg.