Born in April 1972 "Rising Sun"

1965-1971 Datsun 521 forums. All 520 and 521 topics and discussion can be found here.
msargent68
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Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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here are the first pictures of my new 1972 521 that has sat for who knows how long, and as you will see in the pics, has had some neglect, abuse, and missing long over-due love, yet as I turned the key, the Sun rose again, springing (ok, hobbling) to life. I drove her home the first day I got her running, putting ALL my faith in classic engineering, and actually made it hte whole way!! (52mi.) I have spent very few dollars,  $100, on .... [shadow=green][glow=red]STUFF[/glow][/shadow]

Accel HP coil $28

points(2)/condensor $11

6yr Battery $42

Wiper Blades(2) $3/pair

Thermostat/Gasket $7

Air Freshner 3pak $1

1 gallon Acetone $8

I had a couple of issues at first, but then what Re-Birth doesn't. Now, 3 days later, and plenty of high fumes and elbow grease, she's looking and running like...almost...new!

 


msargent68
Posts: 26
Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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here you see the nearly completely stock eng bay, and so far everything I have looked at seems to be working!

msargent68
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Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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and the VERY oxydized paint, as well as the graffitti being hand polished to a brilliant shine. note the reflection of the stool in the door


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