Hi Guys...

Here's a further update on the A14...

I got a good look at it on the weekend and it's got a brand new clutch assembly as well as a machined (I'm assuming slightly lightened) A12 flywheel as well. The bottom end looks fine and won't need any machining, just a honing. I may still decidee to bore it out say 40 thou but the good news is that the motor isn't a DOA. Further evidence of it being looked after are the new plugs, points, condenser, etc.

So for the puchase price of $100, I don't think I've done too badly.

I'll keep you posted with pics as the story unfolds.

Thanks agains for all the help.

Anton

Thanks so much guys... This is evidence of how valuable this site is...

Going off these thoughts you've shared, I think I'll run the A12 into the ground while rebuilding the 14 and switch the DGV, etc across.

Like someone said, for $100, I can't really go wrong, right ?

That's Great, thanks for the advice... Intersting what you say about using the 14's head... The info I've received is to use the A12 head to bump up compression. Is there a noticeable driving difference between the two. In other words, when you get into the 14 for the first time, is it a case of "Wow!"?

If anyone knows where an aircon unit for a 1200/ 120Y can be found in WA, can they please PM me ?

Hi Guys...

I realise I'm about to ask perhaps one of the most asked questions around, but I'm looking for a definitive answer.

I've been offered an A14 for $100. The plan is to take my A12 head and flywheel and fit them to the 14 to put into my 120Y, which currently has a 60 Series Dogleg 5 speed and recently rejetted DGV Weber (There was orignially an auto in it and the diff is unchanged from the auto days). Next after the A14 will be 5.5x13" rims and 185/60R13 tyres to replace the standard items

My question is this: Is the power gain THAT much more worth it ? I know that lots of guys have done it, but I guess I'm looking for an all encompassing answer that clearly explains why I should go with the A14. BTW, I have read all of the tech articles... about three times. I'm now looking for personal views...

Thanks heaps in advance guys...

Yes, but does anyone know how to retension them !!!!!

While we're at it, any ideas on how to retension them ?

Tell me about it.... but isn't this why we "enjoy" playing with Datsuns ?

I know we're talking about a Sunny here, but I imagine it would be at least a similar procedure to earlier models...

it is a 4" speaker and in order to remove it, you need to basically gut the dashboard..

First of all remove the dashboard itself until only the metal frame and crashpad remain.
then, From underneath, undo the 8 screws or so holding down the crashpad and then remove the speaker. If you are going to replace it with the intention of installing a mono Centre Channel speaker, don't forget to take the left +ve and right -ve cables as your input.

Hope this helps.

what sort of figure did you have in mind for the whole thing ? I'm assuming it isn't running ? I can be contacted on 0418 940 811