new longbed 720 datsun.

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little720
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Joined: Thu Aug 07, 2014 7:02 pm
Car: 1981 720 datsun pickup truck
Location: south orange county

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hello everyone,
Im new to the forum, and rightfully the new owner of this 1981 long bed bronzed copper 720 datsun. This truck was recently given to me by the original owners. the only problem is, it has been sitting for the last 15 years. Im still waiting for the keys in the mail, to turn it on. im sure it's going to be a challenge to get her started again, but definitely a fun challenge. I dont plan on keeping it stock like this, im planning on dropping the engine and transmission and either upgrading to a ka24 or sr20. still unsure of what engine, since this is my first datsun, and first truck rebuild. any suggestions on a good easy engine swap? im not looking for something too crazy, i just want to build a daily commuter, with a little bit of turbo. thank you all
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ezb57e
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They are great trucks. Should be a Z20 or maybe a Z22? engine.
Good luck

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OriginalWheelman
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Nice truck!

As for swaps I've seen KA, SR, and CA swaps in these trucks. I imagine the K24 is an easier swap as it is an evolution of the Z24 engine and uses the same engine mounts and transmission. I can't say for sure as I've never swapped one myself. I would check out the 720 section of the forum for more info.

datsun-720-forum.html

little720
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Joined: Thu Aug 07, 2014 7:02 pm
Car: 1981 720 datsun pickup truck
Location: south orange county

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Thank u wheelman and ezb57 for the reply. Im still doing my research, but definitely wanted to see whats a common swap. I've buried myself in the forums here at nico. I will definitely keep updating her status and pictures. Now, where's a good place in ca to buy my engines and ecu's? Speciallizing in datsuns?

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nissangirl74
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Your best bet for finding parts is using the forums. Lots of people have parts they are willing to sell / trade. also, look for a local Datsun group that you can become a member of. We've don a lot of trading / swapping that way. Check out our advertiser's page. Many of these companies sell products specific to Datsun / Nissan. Good luck!!

http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/nissan ... icing.html

little720
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Joined: Thu Aug 07, 2014 7:02 pm
Car: 1981 720 datsun pickup truck
Location: south orange county

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Hi nissangirl! Thank you soo much for the tips. Definitely will do!!


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