Bonzi Lon

The manual fuel pump works fine with the round top carbs, the electric was added to help prevent vapor lock with the flat top carbs. I had both, but not any more. Video testimonial: I've never been in a carb before in my life, watched the video twice. Removed carbs, cleaned, adjusted per instructions, reinstalled, got the bowls full from a can and it fired up withing several revolutions. Happy dance. Minor tuning & timing. I now know how & why they work, so simple now. Bonzi Lon

They go to the very front of the frame rail. The black brackets at the bottom of the photo, outside of the bottom of the radiator. Bonzi Lon After looking real close at your frame rails, the bolt holes should be where the ratchet is. Are there signs of replacement of the front rail across or leading back? Bonzi Lon

Mowing is so over rated. Bonzi Lon

PCV can be checked by blowing through each end, one way is open the other way it closes. Bonzi Lon

...or as Monty Python would say, "He's not dead, he's just resting!" Bonzi Lon

When my cam was replaced with an internally oiled one, the dealership used block off plates without any gaskets. If this is not a highly modified engine you might look at "How to Rebuild (not modify) your Datsun & Nissan OHC Engine", pages 106-107, Inspect & Install Cam, & photo 6. Several points to take into consideration. Bonzi Lon

On the induction, it is claimed (internet & bench racers) that the N36 intake manifolds flow a bit better & maybe a few more cc than the other 3 available, also has the water connections. Bonzi Lon

I imagine it was an attempt by the previous owner to cover the holes of the missing expensive badges. Most wouldn't know any better. Love the 240K's. Bonzi Lon

When my kitchen was remodeled all of the cabinetry went to the garage, including the sink. If the wife is thinking new kitchen, there is an (in)expensive solution. Bonzi Lon

If you do get an internally oiled cam, you will need to get block off plates for the cam towers where the spray bar attached. (IIRC), There should be a threaded plug in the back of said cam. Some have used the spray bar with the internally oiled cam, I can't remember the reason, insurance, peace of mind or OCD. Bonzi Lon

I've competed with the light blue car in 3 shows, the ghost flames are great, along with other tid bits this car has. This is my 73 in a darker blue, very close to 115 metalic blue. Bonzi Lon

beermanpete: http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?44354-My-shifter-runneth-over-oil-in-s Post 8 Bonzi Lon

I'll follow what the Factory Service Manual 'recommends'. Bonzi Lon

The mustache bar is about 3 feet long. The diff fill plug can be removed without removing that curved bar, it may be very tight. An easy way to fill the diff, is remove the rubber plug in the spare tire well, thread a length of tubing (old garden hose) through it to the fill hole. The factory service manual has the exact amount of gear oil, not the fill till overflow method. The tubing method can be used on the transmission also, remove the rubber plug under the ashtray, on the 73 anyway. Transmission & diff drain plugs should be magnetic, gently wash off in solvent to see what they have caught. Bonzi Lon

The spot weld breakage on that bracket seemed to happen mostly to the late 73's. Mine also had only 2 not so good welds instead of the 3 that should be there. I have confirmed with quite a few other 73 owner's who also had the same breakage, only 2 welds. If our paths cross, you get the doughnuts, I'll tell you the stories. Bonzi Lon

I'll bet dollars to doughnut holes that the spot welds on the bracket to body did not hold. Did the welds come undone? Is that funny shaped bracket flopping on the end of the shock absorber? It can be welded back without damage to the outer body. My 73 wasn't my first car, it was my college car. I imagine your son would like to hear some stories. Bonzi Lon

I had to use a 3-arm wheel puller on mine for the first 5-10mm, really tight, then it slid off. What I should of done was mark, ('Sharpie') the shaft & housing before removing the wheel. After 3 attempts to get the splines right, I'm still 1 spline off. Bonzi Lon

Was this test done while listening to the "Dirty Curties Band"? Bonzi Lon

The genuine Nissan hose clamps from Courtesy arrived yesterday. All 3 different sizes have the hex head, dull zinc and might be a little heavier in comparison. Oh well, they are better than the worm screw clamps on now. I will be waiting to see what esprist has made up for a full set. Also picked up on a new braided PVC hose, 11828-E4620, for $14.39. Still need the braided heater & booster hoses. Little by little. Bonzi Lon

If it is a 73, it appears you are missing a digit in the above number. Might want to look again, dash plaque or engraved above the brake booster. Bonzi Lon

I know what you are going through, mine sat in the back room of the garage for 26 years, with a newly rebuilt engine with 96 miles on it. What would the VIN happen to be? Bonzi Lon

According to Carl Beck's list your # should fall in the 6-73. The highest May 73 number is HLS30-160968, The highest June 73 number is HLS30-167320. Bonzi Lon

Here are some pics that show differences. The black car is a 70, the blue is a 73. The 73 has the rubber side fillers, and a metal one in front of the hood. The over-riders are made a little wider and set closer to the center of the hood. The brackets are very heavy & mount on the outside of the fender wings. Bonzi Lon

Brake warning switch is on the drivers side, below the brake booster, mounted above the frame rail. Bonzi Lon

Another observation: There is a rolled edge on the snorkel (intake) of the original stock orange air box. Bonzi Lon