Hi Guys,

Thanks for the replies.

The engine runs, but it's a bit lumpy when the timing is at 5-7 degrees. When it's at 20 degrees it idles ok, but very high.

Engine ground is connected, as is all wiring. Engine was running fine and car drove nice prior to pulling the engine out.

At almost any RPM, there's no throttle response - it only increases RPM if you hold it down, then it takes a while for RPM to come down again.

Needless to say, I'm not a mechanic, so I'm surprised I could pull the engine out and put it back in and even get it to start.

I have tried all sorts of trial and error with the ignition wiring, but if I play too much I fear I may break something.

If there's someone in Sydney that is kind enough to help, that would be awesome. Otherwise I need to have it put on a truck and taken to a mechanic on Monday. I had Ultratune come around and as nice as the guy was, he couldn't really help diagnose the actual problem.

Hi Guys,

I have about a week until my project 1200 ute needs to be shipped to Melbourne as a surprise birthday gift for the old man. (I will post pics once I download them from my camera)

I pulled the engine out (Stock A12) for a respray and put it back in, but it seems to run lumpy with no throttle response. It was running fine prior to pulling it out.

The timing appears ok, but I suspect it's partly due to the coil/resistor wiring, which is a pain in the ass.

If there are any specialists out there who are confident they can fix the problem and come come to Regents Park (Sydney), I will compensate you for your time in cash or alcohol.

Feel free to message me for my phone number. Thanks!

As per title - I'm looking for a 1985 left hand (passenger) front guard.

I have tried aftermarket and some older model guards, but they don't line up very well.

It seems aftermarket panels are only any good if you're replacing all the panels on the car.

Would prefer decent condition with little rust as possible.

PM me with details, thanks!

Thanks Guys,

No luck with Bprojects, so I'll start ringing wreckers and keep an eye out on eBay :)

Thanks loosekid,

I contacted Bprojects and it seems they don't have stock of any brown parts. I have them all (apart from the steering wheel), they are just a bit worn and tired looking.

I guess getting the parts reconditioned is another option. I have seen some companies work magic on dash repairs.

Hey guys,

Wondering if anyone has any advice regarding repro panels for a 1200 ute?

Specifically the ones sold by Muscle Car Parts in Sydney - http://www.allmusclecarparts.com.au/w ... atsun/1200-ute-sedan.html

Wondering if it's worth beating all the original panels or just removing them and replacing with new ones? By the time I beat, fill, sand, etc... I'd say I would be better off just replacing all the panels.

Would they be a thinner metal? More likely to rust? Not fit properly?

Any thoughts?

Jaycar sell a couple of different types of sound deadening.

Not sure if this is an option? - http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.asp?ID=AX3687

Hey Guys,

Rebuilding a 1985 1200 ute for the old man.

Before I start ringing wreckers, I thought I'd ask the datto community first ;)

I'm looking for;

- Original steering wheel (1980-85) Brown
- Original grey square mirrors (1985)
- Original rectangle grill badge (1985)

I'm in the Sydney area. Happy to pay postage Australia wide.

Hey guys,

Just signed up as it looks like this is the place to be for datto 1200 discussions :)

I just bought a running and rust free 1985 1200 ute, so I can restore it for my old man as a surprise gift (to replace the one he had 20 years ago).

I'm in the process of getting the body ready for paint, but wondering if anyone has any experience with interior trimmers in Sydney?

I need the original seats and door cards retrimmed, plus some matching carpet and the dash restored, all in brown. Ideally I want it all to look as stock as possible, only new.

Any advice appreciated.