Here is my new (well, not so new, but new to me) 1970 Datsun 521. She looks like hell, but she runs like a "raped ape"! I am looking forward to restoring her back to the original way she was. Maybe a few improvements though;). I will keep you updated as to how it goes. Blessings to all!
Just got my 1970 521
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phlebmaster
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You gotta be kidding the truck is beautiful! Welcome aboard!Yochanan wrote: Quote »Here is my new (well, not so new, but new to me) 1970 Datsun 521. She looks like hell, but she runs like a "raped ape"! I am looking forward to restoring her back to the original way she was. Maybe a few improvements though;). I will keep you updated as to how it goes. Blessings to all!
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Yep...seriously, that's in nice shape compared to what most of us start with.
That rig was a late '69....'70's had the side marker lights. It will make a small difference when you start looking at wiring diagrams and such.
Does it have the two reflectors at the bottom, back corners of the bed? If so....you are really, really lucky to have it so complete!!! Those back reflectors are extremely hard to find. You also have the side reflectors still in tack and the bumperettes.
You could pretty much rub out the paint and run it!!
Congrats on finding such a nice one!!!
That rig was a late '69....'70's had the side marker lights. It will make a small difference when you start looking at wiring diagrams and such.
Does it have the two reflectors at the bottom, back corners of the bed? If so....you are really, really lucky to have it so complete!!! Those back reflectors are extremely hard to find. You also have the side reflectors still in tack and the bumperettes.
You could pretty much rub out the paint and run it!!
Congrats on finding such a nice one!!!
Make sure you visit http://www.olddatsuns.com and download any of the applicable manuals. The engine manuals are separate, so don't forget those. Just burn them to a CD and you'll have any reference you need. Having at least one print manual makes quick reference a lot easier.
My wife's 521 pulls about 33mpg ......that was with another bed on the back, upside down(redneck canopy and it filled with doors and such. She's got a dogleg, 3.89 diff, and a weber carb. It's still pretty quick off the line Anyway........
My wife's 521 pulls about 33mpg ......that was with another bed on the back, upside down(redneck canopy and it filled with doors and such. She's got a dogleg, 3.89 diff, and a weber carb. It's still pretty quick off the line Anyway........
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How much did your truck cost when you purchased it? I am trying to find out where the market is on these classics.Thanks Josh
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