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Datsun 1200 sedan
GreaseMonky
Posted on: 2004/10/26 5:58
GreaseMonky81@aol.com
 Hey my name is James and i bought my first 1200 a few weeks ago and im not familiar with them, i am lookin for lots of parts and misc. info and specs, like brake, and suspension upgrades im also wantin to put a z series engine and a ka series 5 speed tranny can any one help me, its a 1971 1200 2 door coupe, i also would like to know if they are rare at all, i live in Washington, USA, and i have never seen one her before, any info and support would be greatley appreciated, Thanks Again James, also here is my email adress  
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
ddgonzal
Posted on: 2004/10/26 6:42
Hi James, there are several 1200s in the Vancouver USA area, and a bunch more across the river in Portland Oregon. In fact the largest gathering of 1200s in the USA took place earlier this year in Portland.
Here's is a Vancouver USA 1200: ![Open in new window](javascript:CaricaFoto("http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/4005.jpg");) Blue Lake 2004 recap Quote: i am lookin for lots of parts and misc. info and specs, like brake, and suspension upgrades im also wantin to put a z series engine and a ka series 5 speed tranny can any one help me Quote: its a 1971 1200 2 door coupe
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
GreaseMonky
Posted on: 2004/10/26 6:46
Like in the photo, wheres a good place to find parts?Quote:
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
ddgonzal
Posted on: 2004/10/26 6:57
Congratulations, both photos are 2-dr sedans -- so you have the more rare version. The 2-dr coupe is a fastback and is more common.
Everywhere is a good place to buy parts. Try: Schucks NAPA wrecking yards that specialize in older vehicles http://www.partsamerica.com http://www.rockauto.com http://www.ebay.com your local Nissan Dealer Courtesy Nissan Ericksen Nissan and all the usual aftermarket companies. The Tech Section has an article on parts sources.
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
GreaseMonky
Posted on: 2004/10/26 6:59
thanks, what kind of 1200, u have and is the z series engine a good/ hard swap?Quote:
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
dattodude
Posted on: 2004/10/26 12:13
It's not REALLY easy mate.
Depends on your local rego laws as to what you can get away with. The Z24 engine transplant would be Illegal any many Aussie states. I say you need to get used to the engine and car, and learn about it, before diving into an engine transplant. You'll thank me when the car stops on a country road, no passing traffic, no phone reception.. You'll need to know how to troubleshoot it yourself. I don't want to hear about you on the news.. "Young fella in Datsun starves to death by the side of the road"  From your sentence structure I'm guessing you are 17 or 18. Unless your father or uncle is a genius with a well stocked garage or a mechanic, you will have trouble performing the conversion, and trouble maintaining the car properly. If you are older and have PLENTY of cash, you can either go buy a new V8 Mustang, or spend similar money fixing up your Datto. The choice is yours. At least with the Mustang you can buy it under finance. Very few banks will give you money to fix up your Datto. Reality sux, but if you want anything bad enough, you will make it happen.
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
Autokat
Posted on: 2004/10/26 14:12
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You'll thank me when the car stops on a country road, no passing traffic, no phone reception.. You'll need to know how to troubleshoot it yourself. I don't want to hear about you on the news.. "Young fella in Datsun starves to death by the side of the road"
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
ddgonzal
Posted on: 2004/10/27 4:29
Yep, mine is a 2-dr sedan like in the photo. Click the www button below this post to see more pics.
I have a stock A12, the only mod is electronic ignition for reliability.
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
GreaseMonky
Posted on: 2004/10/27 4:38
hey i realize im not the best writer, but i am 23, and im not concerened about the laws here, i am very mechanical and i have my own shop with tools i am just lookin for some expertise on the subject, thanks for all the help so far. James
 
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Re: Datsun 1200 sedan
ddgonzal
Posted on: 2004/10/27 4:46
There are no laws regulating engine swaps in Washington State. I haven't heard of any place in the US that limits it ... though there are 50 states so maybe one of them does.
Anyways we can put in a jet engine if we want. There's no inspections, no laws, you're legal if you have insurance and registration. And you don't even need registration, you can get a 3-day trip permit for $15.
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