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| Volume 8 Issue 1 |
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Retrospective: The Bluebird Coupe -- In November of 1968, Nissan Japan introduced the Coupe model to the already successful Bluebird (nee 510) series of sedans and wagons. Coded KP510, Nissan was eager to add another car to the model line to expand sales and the Coupe was brought to market for 1969 model year in both a base and SSS version. DQ looks at what made the Coupe special.
Insurance for your Classic Car -- 750 Miles of Beer
From the Editor's Garage Julian presents "A Bluebird of Another Feather." Plus, the future of 510s?
Calendar of Events Local and national Datsun events.
Reader’s Dime Ted Lo shares his unique 1800SSS Coupe with DQ and how it has evolved under his ownership.
Quick Tech Tip An in-depth look at the changes Datsun made to the front crossmember after the 1969 model year.
DQ&A Coupe-centric questions for Bluebird Coupe owners. Find out a little bit of what it is like to own such a rare car.
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| Volume 8 Issue 2 |
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Mazda Wiper Motor Conversion -- Like most of its contemporaries, the Datsun 510 came with two-speed wipers - and no, the speeds weren't "Slow" and "Slower." It's a good bet it worked as well as any two-speed wiper of its day. Wiper motors have improved since then and DQ shows you how to convert a Mazda wiper motor to fit like Nissan did the swap themselves.
Safety Restraint Systems -- From OE-replacement seat belts, to 3- and 4-point harness mounting, helmets, and HANS devices, DQ runs down what is available, what the differences are, and how to upgrade your 40-year-old safety restraints.
From the Editor's Garage Ted Hedman. Sometimes it’s all luck.
Calendar of Events Local and national Datsun events.
Reader’s Dime What do motorcycle trails and 510s have in common? Julie Coop.
DQ How-To: 510 Photography Made Simple DQ’s resident professional photographers, John Roper and John Thawley III, tell you how to take better pictures of your 510. Take their words to heart and photograph your 510 for the 2008 DQ Calendar.
From The Trunk Scans from a brochure from the First Datsun Dealer: San Diego Datsun
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| Volume 8 Issue 3 |
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Retrospective: The Datsun 510 -- Merlin describes the creation of a new Nissan model, the Datsun 510, and how it was driven behind the scenes by Mr. Katayama, then president of Nissan USA. Shown at left as a test mule, the 510 would become the first Japanese car to be widely accepted in the United States.
The Top 20 Datsun 510 Magazine Features -- Over 117 magazines have featured the Datsun 510 since October 1967. Have you collected them all? DQ presents the Top 20 must-read magazine articles and lists all 117 at www.dimequarterly.com.
From The Editor's Garage -- The Rise of the Sport Compact Car.
Readers Dime -- Derek Young
Datsun Legends: Meeting Peter Brock -- David Weitzs trip across the country to meet the head of BRE.
The Toy Box: Datsun 510 Diecast Models -- The latest updates on Datsun 510 toys.
Trip Report: Across The Country In A Datsun -- One mans experience driving across the country in a 510.
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| Volume 8 Issue 4 |
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Tech How-To: Dry-Sump Oiling Systems -- Dave Patten, SCCA GT-3 510 racer, gives us his thoughts and some general information about what a dry sump oil system is and how it works, as well as some of his painful (read: expensive) experiences along the way in learning how to make one work properly.
Targa Newfoundland -- Derek Young campaigns his 1972 Datsun 510 on the Targa Newfoundland international stage rally. DQ follows his drive as Derek competes against factory teams and his Targa demons over 2200 kilometers of incredible Newfoundland public roads.
From the Editor's Garage -- John Roper ruminates on daily-driving a classic car. John has driven many a Datsun; find out what he decides to drive from now on.
Quick Tech Tip -- Néstor Moya runs down the Weber DCOE emulsion tubes.
Reader's Dime -- Matt Guzzetta’s V8 autocross car and daily driver. Matt tells DQ how he has been successful where others have failed.
Event Report: SoCal TT -- Ted Hedman spends two days on southern California back roads. Be sure to check www.dimequarterly.com for his in-car and fender-cam videos.
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| Volume 9 Issue 1 |
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Tech How-To: Wagon Gas Tank Hose Replacement -- Dan Heil walks us through the dirtiest job in the 510 world, replacing the wagon gas tank hoses. The money saved by not spilling a half-gallon of gas at every fill-up will easily pay for the hoses. Not having your 510 smell of gas all the time is part of the bargain. Follow Dan’s advice to make this job as easy as it can be.
Tech How-To: Lowering Wagons -- There are different options to lower a wagon’s live rear axle. From lowering blocks and their limitations to re-arching the leaf springs and their expense, Chad Smith shares his experiences. Kelvin Dietz and Dan Heil show you how to re-arch and stiffen your own springs.
From the Editor's Garage -- Kelvin Deitz built Smurf, one of the iconic 510s. Read about what happened to tempt him into the driver’s seat of a 510 wagon.
Reader’s Dime -- Bruce Palmer and Chuck Rush team up to present A Tale Of Two Wagons and ponder the question of buying a finished 510 versus building your next Dime.
Tech How-To: Battery Relocation -- If you want to relocate the battery in a wagon, you’ll need to find a place to put it. Dan Heil shows you two likely spots.
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| Volume 9 Issue 2 |
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Tech How-To: 5-Speed Transmission Adapters -- Installing a 5-speed transmission in a Datsun 510 can be made easy. We can't help with the lifting, but Randy York shows you how to build adapters to mount that 5-speed transmission to your 510 using the stock 4-speed crossmember.
Tech How-To: Reversing the Front Crossmember -- One of the tasks necessary to swap a front-sump engine (like the KA24DE or SR20DE/T) is reversing the front crossmember. DQ describes a simple and effective method to accomplish this.
From the Editor's Garage -- The cult of 510
Event Report: 12th Annual East Coast Datsun Meet -- 510 owners drive to Summit Point to talk Datsuns, bench race, and hit the track. Plus, meet this year's participants.
Reader's Dime -- Richard Roberts and his 1600SSS Bluebird Coupe both return to Japan.
Tech How-To: Dodge D50 Coil Springs -- Dodge D50 front coil springs are commonly suggested for use in the rear of a 510 sedan. DQ documents one specific D50 spring for length, rate, and resulting ride height.
Tech How-To: Custom 510 Grills -- Standard 510 grill too boring, but not enough funds for a SSS? DQ shows you how you can make a custom grill.
Event Report: Carrera California 2007 -- Better late than never, we make room for Ted Hedman's thoughts on another SoCal fun run, the Carrera California.
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| Volume 9 Issue 3 |
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Tech How-To: CV Axle Upgrade -- Constant Velocity (CV) conversions are not common in the 510 world. The easiest methods have previously been accompanied by large costs. DQ presents an easy and cheap(er) option for a bolt-on kit, including CV adapters machined by a fellow 510er.
Reader's Project: Whitebird -- How do those DQ Readers Dime feature cars get finished? Lots of planning and late nights in the garage. DQ begins our Readers Project column, documenting 510 builds.
From the Editor's Garage -- Building More Than A 510
510 Stash: 1968 SSS Instrument Cluster -- DQ presents a rare Datsun 510 part that you may not have seen before.
Datsun Scene: Datsun Driving Canby Fun -- Canby highlights and a profile of DatsunsNW
Tech How-To: Speedometer Pinion Replacement -- Keep using your stock 510 speedometer with a modern engine swap.
Route 510: Pacific Coast Highway to Mulholland Loop -- Located in Los Angeles back yard, the PCH and Mulholland Road are complete opposites. Looped together, they make for a great fun run.
Toy Box: New 510 Miniatures -- Three new 510s to add to your grown-up toy box.
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| Volume 9 Issue 4 |
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Datsun Scene: Greece -- Long-time Bluebird maillist member Dimitris Razis is a life-long Datsun fan. He shares with us the Datsun scene in Greece, including the history of Datsuns in his country, the Nissan Museum, the 510s esteemed Greek rally history, and much more.
Tech How-To: VLSD Installation -- Subaru VLSDs are now more common (and cheaper) than clutch-pack R160s. Australian Peter Otzen documents the fabrication necessary to use 510 half shafts and make the installation a bolt-in.
From the Editor's Garage -- International Competitive Machine.
Readers Dime: Peter Brock -- Gary Savage sits down with Peter Brock to discuss Peters newest 510, the 450HP V8 Datzilla.
Event Report: 2008 Red Centre To Gold Coast Trial -- Peter Otzen proves the durability of his VLSD/half-shaft modifications by running the 2008 Red Centre To Gold Coast Trial.
Datsun Scene: Japan -- Richard Roberts returns to Japan for his day job. He brought his Coupe back to Japan for the night life.
510 Stash: Yue Loong Grill Badge -- DQ presents a rare Datsun 510 part you may not have seen.
From The Trunk: Greek Datsun Ad -- Datsun advertised in every country where they sold cars and Greece is no different. Dimitris Razis sent along this period Datsun advert and translation.
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| Volume 10 Issue 1 |
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Tech How-To: R160 Differential Rebuild, Part I -- R160 differentials dont often need service or a rebuild, but when they do, where do you go to find that information? In Part I, Derek Garnier shows how to disassemble your R160 and R160 LSD and also reviews the steps necessary to convert to 4.11 gears.
Tech How-To: Fan Switch Installation -- Engine swaps typically require an electronic cooling fan. DQ shows you a couple options for installing a fan sensor switch.
From the Editor's Garage -- A Passion For All Things Automotive.
Readers Project: Alex Taylor -- Alex shares with us the planning and organization behind a successful bare-shell rebuild.
Quick Tip: Weber DCOE Idle Jets -- Nestor Moya organizes the DCOE idle jets to allow for more orderly tuning after major changes are made.
Product Review: BRE Aerovault -- Peter Brock searched for his ideal trailer. Having failed, he decided to build it himself.
Datsun Scene: Datsun Autoclub of Manitoba -- DAM shows what a critical mass of two Datsun gearheads can accomplish.
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| Volume 10 Issue 2 |
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DQ&A: From Mild To Wild -- DQ gathered together four WPL510 owners and asked them questions about their wagons. The 510 as a blank canvas is clearly evident in the resulting cars, from Dan Heil's stock wagon to Anthony Schwislow's turbocharged track monster. Mild can be as satisfying as wild.
Suggestions For New 510 Owners -- DQ details eight tips to help ensure successful 510 ownership, covering the must-haves such as wiring diagrams and service manuals to advice on how to tame the modification temptations.
From the Editor's Garage -- What To Build? Michael Spreadbury attempts to answer the eternal question.
Product Review: 510 Headliner -- Auto Headliner Mart offers headliners for 510 sedans and wagons. Randy York installs one in his two-door project.
Reader's Dime: Art Hughes -- Byron Meston sits down with Art Hughes to discuss his automotive adventures with his stock 510 four-door.
Tech How-To: Priming The Lubrication Circuit -- Modern engines aren't as easy to prime as the L-series. DQ shows you how to build an oil system primer.
DQ&A: Much Ado About Modification -- A stock 510 advocate and an anything-goes tinkerer sit down to discuss the importance of stock and modified Dimes.
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