Datsun Racing

To go along with the wagon's IRS conversion, I planned to replace the old U-jointed axles with CV joint halfshafts. In theory, CV joints have less friction, so that allows more power to get to the wheels. They are also less prone to failure under racing conditions, especially when using a welded differential. I am using BMW E9 CV joints and axles (got 'em used from a BMW … [Read more...] about WAGON IRS CV JOINT CONVERSION

My guess is that never in the history of mankind have aftermarket intake and exhaust manifolds fit without quite a bit of filing and grinding.  The "quick" project of making sure the carbs and headers fit properly before dropping the motor in turned into a several hour session with pneumatic, electric, and hand tools. … [Read more...] about THE FITTING OF THE MANIFOLDS

This is the first time I've had the opportunity to design a racecar cockpit from scratch, putting gauges and switches where I'd like them. If I end up not enjoying the ergonomics, nobody to blame but myself. During 23 years as a commercial pilot, I've spent a lot of time in both good and bad cockpits, so I've got some ideas on what I want from this one. Good lines of sight, … [Read more...] about BUILDING A NEW COCKPIT

I'm getting the front end back together now, and am almost ready to drop the motor in. The steering, suspension, and brakes are on, and I put the wheels back on to make final measurements for the wheel spacers.   … [Read more...] about AND NOW THE FRONT…

I got the rearend of the Race Wagon back together, and made a set of seals around the rear coil-over shocks to keep debris out of the cockpit. I just used a car tire innertube and some aluminum sheet stock. … [Read more...] about REAR SHOCK SEALS

We got the interior and engine compartment painted today.  Now it's time to reassemble the goon.   … [Read more...] about SOME FRESH PAINT