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HalfDork
2/3/24 9:03 a.m.
My 72 Datsun 1200 with a Ford Zetec 2.0 and TWM ITB's mated to a Mazda RX8 6speed. Rides on 13x7 panasports
1450 lb, empty tank.
Why didn't I use an SR? They're $4000 here in Canada for a engine and trans. The Zetec was $230 with 40K on it, the RX8 Trans was $300. Will be running it all via a microsquirt. I can't see the ITB's having done much other than move the torque curve up and hopefully allow the rear diff to live a little longer. I have a 1st gen LSD RX7 diff but at this point just want to get it on the road so I can move on to the 8 other projects I have on the go.
God, that car is gorgeous.
Wow! So cool! More pics please.
Another beauty. You've built some outstanding rides over the years. Are they documented anywhere?
Yes, I'll take two, please.
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HalfDork
2/3/24 11:25 a.m.
In reply to AngryCorvair (Forum Supporter) :
I don't post much online but really should start a thread or a site. FYI I did weigh my v8 corvair as well 2767 with a full tank of gas, leather seats etc. it's a 68 with a 2015 LT1 and a cayman S trans.
That looks like a lot of fun! Love the color too.
What needs done to get you out on the first test drive?
Awesome build; thanks for sharing! I'd love to see more...you should definitely start a build thread! 
Piguin
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2/4/24 4:42 a.m.
A couple more pictures of... everything?
Pretty please?
Love these cars. My uncle had a stock 1200 one in red and boy would he make it dance in some back tiny roads taking us to the beach when we were kids. He got t-boned twice and fixed it both times. His son wanted to put a 2000cc engine in but eventually sold it for something more modern. Good memories.
The title got me, glad I clicked on the thread.... awesome stuff!
Wow, wow, wow...that is awesome!
Cool! This was the first car I ever owned. I knew absolutely nothing about anything in those days. I love what you did with this one.
