New Datsun owner

[drfixit2]

Hi all. I just bought a 1969 Datsun 521. Its in prety good shape although the previous owner was a kid well I guess at 50 everyones a kid to me LOL but he didnt know exactly what he was doing so I have lots to work on which is why I bought the truck anyway. Making it a daily driver and fixin it all up but not restoring it to original condition. Can I get some suggestions as to where to look for parts? I need a complete tailgate with hinges and everything, a windshield wiper motor and all the linkage and the 4 speed shifter is so worn out its almost funny. Does anyone make an aftermarket unit that wil work. Everything doesnt have to be bolt on as I am a certified welder and fabricator and I started working on hot rods etc when I was a kid. Its been years since I had a project so I willbug the heck out of all of you with questions. I look forward to the experience.

Mark