I've just broken a conrod or done something similar to mine.

I didn't really get to see the smoke as I had to play the accelerator to keep it going - but I did smell it. 3 of the 4 plugs were black, though, if that's any help.

I finally got around to doing a compression test. Good news (I think). All cylinders around 165-175 psi. What do I check next?

I've got spark at all plugs and I've replaced all the leads as well.

My ute broke down the other day and as it had spark and fuel I suspected the carby. I took it apart to clean it and replace gaskets and now that it's back in the car something's still amiss. It starts but runs very rough, won't rev much and is very loud all of a sudden with a fair bit of smoke. Any clues anyone?

Has anyone fitted one and are they worthwhile?

Where do you get spackle coat from?

and more info here http://martybugs.net/DatsunMods/brakes.cgi

What steering wheels are suitable as replacements? Smaller would obviously be better but would a flatter one also be an improvement? - it would get it further away so your arms are straighter but might there then be a problem with it hitting your knees?

Valiant (I think). I made a removable tipping tray for my ute. The tipping action is provided by 2 valiant jack shafts welded together with a single ratchet jack mechanism. In the original use, the jack would hook up under the wheel arch.