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61. Re: '69 1600 brake conversion? (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 14:32:07 -0500
The Stock brakes do work great! Trick is making sure everything is up to par and good. I would recommend trying out a set of R4S (hope that is the number, I keep messing it up). Basically some super
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-08/msg00828.html (9,505 bytes)

62. Re: '69 1600 brake conversion? (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 22:28:22 -0500
Good point. With the VG30 it shouldn't add more than 150 pounds, really not that much than having a passenger along with you. So for the weight increase with V6 engine really shouldn't require large
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-08/msg00855.html (8,436 bytes)

63. Re: Poterfields R4S-brake pads/shoes (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Wed, 23 Aug 2000 20:54:38 -0500
Thanks for the info for the front pads. Most critical is that slot on the back of the pads for the retaining button. Rear Shoes -- Yes, use 510 ('68-'73) brake shoes! ;-) The 510 shoes have only one
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-08/msg00905.html (7,666 bytes)

64. Re: valve spring compressor (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Wed, 23 Aug 2000 21:40:55 -0500
Usually for the OHV (OverHead Valve) engines like the R engine, there is only one style of a valve spring compressor. It is a large "C" style. While I love good quality tools like Snap On, for some
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-08/msg00911.html (7,888 bytes)

65. Re: ivory white (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2000 21:34:30 -0500
The two WORST colors for painting a car and showing up the body work are WHITE and BLACK. The white car seemed to show a shadow for every minor imperfection in the body work. Black, with a mirror li
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-08/msg01012.html (7,497 bytes)

66. Re: Sheet metal (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2000 21:47:56 -0500
Typically sheet metal is ordered by standard thickness in decimals of an inch these days, so the following should apply to sheet metal (not wire thickness is different, as is the "old" gauge system.
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-08/msg01098.html (7,131 bytes)

67. Distributor_FAQ (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2000 09:39:52 -0500
Distributor FAQ for the Datsun Roadster (R16/U20) by Thomas Walter c 1997 last updated 8/27/97 original version 12/5/94 Distributors are often overlooked in routine maintenance. Seems everyone knows
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00012.html (15,681 bytes)

68. Re: Solex engined cars (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2000 09:44:22 -0500
I'll post the Distributor FAQ. As to what Distributor you have, you need to remove the breaker plate (where the points are mounted on), and look at the centrifugal advance cam. It should have either
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00013.html (7,150 bytes)

69. Re: Easy Brake Switch Inquiry (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2000 07:39:39 -0500
With a mighty-vac applying the vacuum to the brake fluid to pull it on through... well, if you apply a vacuum to the wheel cylinders, air leaks right past the seal. Very difficult to get rid of all
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00078.html (9,981 bytes)

70. Re: Roadster race car on ebay (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2000 07:52:16 -0500
Calspeed - no kidding on the interesting body work. There is a note that the body is "all fiberglass". Also look at the "dual weber" setup in the photo's. Dual DOWNDRAFT carbs on a custom adapter to
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00079.html (7,319 bytes)

71. Re: Steering Wheel (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2000 20:33:31 -0500
Welcome to the list & Happy Birthday! ;-) Best bet is to find a local roadster specialist. A few things come to mind: Steering Box Free play (easily adjusted, but do not over tighten the adjustment
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00103.html (7,426 bytes)

72. Re: Steering Wheel (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Sat, 03 Jun 2000 09:05:27 -0500
Jeff -- good point, most likely there is an early style steering box on Cindy's 2000 (SRL311-05474). After 30+ years, you never know what you will find under the hood of a roadster, but the early ste
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00120.html (9,597 bytes)

73. Re: Helping others (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Sat, 03 Jun 2000 18:56:55 -0500
Yep, there is great satisfaction in knowing you have helped keep another roadster owner happy, and another roadster on the road. I've always said that my "standard fee" is one Ale, Porter, or Stout.
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00133.html (7,347 bytes)

74. Re: roadster (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Sat, 03 Jun 2000 21:59:44 -0500
Mike, Most of the ZX wheels require a special lug nut, I hoped you grabbed them at the same time! You will need to install 12mm wheel studs on your roadster, in order to fit the special lug nuts and
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00140.html (7,895 bytes)

75. Re: Another suspension question. (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Mon, 05 Jun 2000 11:08:59 -0500
The HIGH Pressure gas shocks will "lif the car" about 1 to 2". Yes, I installed them in my '68 2000. This was a set of gas KYB (White tube), and there is enough pressure in those shocks to lift up th
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00178.html (7,753 bytes)

76. Re: Fork lift pistons (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Mon, 05 Jun 2000 13:43:12 -0500
Do you know anyone using the Folk Lift (H20) Pistons? I expect they would hold up fine, but the folk lifts do not rev over 1,500 rpm in their original application. With the roadster valve springs, I
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00194.html (8,377 bytes)

77. Re: freebie (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Jun 2000 07:36:41 -0500
My "old" email address of "walter@roadster.sps.mot.com" or "walter@omni.sps.mot.com" are not working with the "new and improved communications systems to better serve our customers" Ahem. thomas.walt
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00242.html (6,708 bytes)

78. Re: PO story (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Jun 2000 16:41:13 -0500
Uh... what year car was this? Does it have a generator or alternator? Side note - I finally found a GREAT USE for JB Weld. My "Fellows Brand" paper shredder quit working after a year. Great excuse t
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00258.html (8,297 bytes)

79. Re: Alternator stuff... AGAIN! (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Thu, 08 Jun 2000 21:36:00 -0500
For the single wire alternator (GM) they self excite once you generate enough voltage. You have to get the alternator spinning fast enough to "turn itself on". Once energized, it will charge just fi
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00327.html (8,943 bytes)

80. Re: Alternator Woes (score: 1)
Author: "Thomas Walter" <ra0618@email.sps.mot.com>
Date: Fri, 09 Jun 2000 08:49:08 -0500
On the "SINGLE WIRE" self exciting alternator... you need to connections. A good ground, and the other connection to a BATTERY. Since you only measured "3V" on the positive post, you are not hooked
/html/datsun-roadsters/2000-06/msg00350.html (8,901 bytes)

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