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most do without too much effort

Alan, It is logical the the "niche markets" being RH drive would precede a LH model given that Japan is RH drive. I guess that sort of reality is not going to be easily digested & further debate will continue. It was interesting to read the combined comments you posted from our friends in the US of A - and I would be so bold as to suggest it should provoke another case of "shoe throwing" from the RH to LH

Just to reinforce the concept of "checking" even new carbs - when I bought a brand new set of triple webers some 4 years ago - we discovered loose ball bearings rolling around in the float chambers!

Engine "Penrite HPR30" changing after every event. Gearbox "Lubrication Engineers" similiar to Redline Diff "Mobil 1 fully synthetic gear oil"

Too far gone in my opinion. Part it & save yourself the grief.

I would say a "yes"

Good luck with the restoration. Your are right - the cars are hard to find (particularly without significant accident damage). I see you are realistic about costs - this is generally the hardest issue to come to terms with. Try and enjoy the process - it has its highs & lows, but the end result is well worth it! Not sure of your intended program - but would love to see the car at Nissan Datsun Nationals 2009 (NDN09) being held in Warwick QLD. at Easter time.

I am a little confused - by structurally perfect - do you mean no major accident damage etc. Because the car must have significant rust damage for the rear quarters to need replacing. I know exactly how 35 years + worth of rust & second rate repairs looks - after sandblasting my 1972 shell a couple of years ago! It can be a shock - but not as great as the "true cost" of having the repairs done by a professional panel man. The cost of the panels is one thing (not all are super expensive) BUT labour just keeping going on & on.:stupid: My shell cost me $15K to make right & it had no major accident damage, but did need New floors&rails, front guards, bonnet, hatch, roof repairs, passenger side sill, both lower doglegs + inner sill repairs, rear beaver panel etc. etc. Just some advice - don't underestimate what it will cost. I thought $8K & spent $15K.

I presume you are in Australia (Ballina Northern NSW) - sounds like you are better off finding another shell!