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RVAE34's 1972 Datsun 510

1972 Datsun 510

1972 Datsun 510 owned by RVAE34. Features 200 HP estimated stock, Inline-4, FWD, Gasoline.

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About this build

This is my newest project. 1972 Datsun 510. Rust free car. It had the Rebello built L20b already in the car when I got it. I pulled the motor, re-built the head and then painted the engine bay before dropping the fresh motor back in. The motor has been bored and stroked to 2.3L. It has a stage 3 cam and twin mikuni 44 carbs. Then engine is mated to a Datsun roadster mid-close ratio racing 5 speed. All engine parts were blasted and re-painted. All new OEM cad plated bolts were used in the engine re-assembly. Troy Ermish coilovers, F&R sway bars, 5 speed trans, roll cage etc. 14" panasport true racing wheels. The entire interior has been dynamated and then new carpet installed. This is the original orange color. The car was re-sprayed several years ago. I wetsanded and buffed the exterior and painted the window frames and pillars orange as they were black when I got the car. Since I got the car I have replaced the hood, removed the BRE racing stripes, painted the radiator support black, removed the front bumper, lowered the car another 1.5", stripped and painted the engine bay, rebuilt the engine, blasted and painted all parts under the hood, sent the mikuni 44's to WolfCreek racing for bead blasting, re-build and all new linkage, added dynamat and carpet, replaced the passenger side sparco racing seat with a perfect OEM seat, painted the pillars and window frames, then re-wired the entire under hood wiring harness while hiding many of the wires. I am now in the process of adding all stainless aeroquip fuel lines and anodized fittings. carter electric fuel pump, regulator, and fuel pressure gauge on the firewall. Also just had my roadster 5 speed trans re-built :)

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About this 1972 Datsun 510

This 1972 Datsun 510 build page on CarCultureHQ includes an estimated factory baseline (not OEM verified): 2.0 L, Inline-4, FWD, ~200 HP stock, ~3,200 lbs curb. Prefer owner Specs or dyno numbers when present — stock figures are approximate for the year/make/model, not a verified OEM window sticker for this exact VIN.

RVAE34's 1972 Datsun 510 is filed under the Classics scene, no modifications logged yet on this public sheet. Browse related Datsun and 510 hubs, automotive calculators, and similar community builds to compare setups.

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Build FAQ

What is the estimated stock engine for this 1972 Datsun 510?
Estimated factory baseline (not OEM verified) for this 1972 Datsun 510 is 2.0 L, Inline-4. Prefer owner Specs when present; these figures are approximate stock estimates, not a verified OEM sheet.
What is the estimated stock horsepower for this 1972 Datsun 510?
Estimated factory baseline (not OEM verified) is about 200 HP for this 1972 Datsun 510. That is an approximate stock figure, not a dyno result for this specific car.
What drivetrain does a stock 1972 Datsun 510 use?
Estimated factory baseline drive (not OEM verified) is FWD. Confirm against the owner’s build sheet when available.
What is the estimated curb weight for a stock 1972 Datsun 510?
Estimated factory baseline curb weight (not OEM verified) is about 3,200 lbs. Actual weight varies by trim, options, and modifications.

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