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72 510 2 door
paulfurusho
2 weeks ago
Last updated 2 weeks ago
1972 Datsun 510 VIN: PL510343324
This car is nimble and a ton of fun. Less than 200 miles have been put on the car since the mechanical rebuild. It is not a complete concours build, but it is a solid foundation ready to be taken to the next level. Clean title, present Montana Reg.
Please read the "Needs" list below carefully—it requires a little finishing work.
NEEDS / MAINTENANCE:
Needs a basic tune-up: check timing and spark plugs.
Has new points, but needs a new rotor and distributor cap.
Needs a new clutch master cylinder installed.
Speedometer and gas gauge are currently not working.
ENGINE SPECS (L18 1.8L):
1974 L18 block (from Datsun Pickup), fully rebuilt.
Head: A87 SSS Head, completely ported/polished with new oversized Z-car valves.
Internals: New pistons/rings, bearings, seals/gaskets, oil pump, timing chain/guides, and water pump.
Induction: Dual 38mm Hitachi SUs (Rebuilt by Z Therapy).
Exhaust: 2-inch piping with MagnaFlow muffler.
Cooling: New VW Jetta aluminum cross-flow radiator with temp switch.
DRIVELINE:
Transmission: Z-car 5-speed manual swap with fresh Redline fluids.
Clutch: New clutch with stainless steel braided line.
Differential: Stock diff with fresh Redline fluids.
SUSPENSION:
Front: Nissan Motor Sports springs/struts. Struts shortened to use 240Z inserts. Mulholland swaybar, alignment spacers, and new ball joints.
Rear: Tokico shocks, Suspension Techniques rear springs, and sway bar.
BRAKES:
Front: 1986-92 Mazda RX7 4-piston calipers paired with 1986+ CG30 Nissan Maxima rotors (4-lug, vented).
Rear: Aluminum finned Z-car drums and shoes (all new).
Lines: New stainless steel braided lines all around.
BODY / INTERIOR:
Painted in Metallic Copper (Dec ‘05).
Mini Lite style wheels
Sport seats.
New weather stripping/seals on windshield, rear window, side windows, and doors.
Any questions on info not listed here, don’t hesitate to ask
Location: Lemon Cove, CA
Year: 1972
Body Style: Two (2) Door Coupe
Engine: 1.8L L18 I4
Engine Details: SSS twin Hitachi carbs
Transmission: Manual
Transmission Details: 5 speed
Condition: Good
