SuperKid

Yeah, that sucks. I always put a little anti-seise on the parts to keep that from happening. Thanks for the info folks. I'm liking this place. Alot of knowledge. Thanks again!

Thanks for the sites. I've looked at the option of rear discs, but it's kind of expensive, and I'm kind of old fashioned, so I like to stick with original style parts in most areas. Although I could probably get better braking, actually I know I could get better braking, from a disc upgrade, I don't feel I would really need it. I don't have plans to race the car, also when I drive I'm very catious and I always leave a large gap between myself and the car ahead, so hard braking isn't needed. I figured I'd probably just rebuild the drums with stock parts and some performance shoes, and maybe use some Brembo drums. Does anyone have a picture of the rear drums (with the drum removed, obviously)? I've done GM, Ford, Chrysler, and Toyota drum brakes before, but never Datsun.

Where can I get new hardware for rear drums? I'm talking new hold down springs, retaining springs, and what not. I'm going to (well, probably going to) be purchasing an early Z car in the up coming weeks, and want to start putting together a list of websites where I can find parts. I've gotten many sites, but I can't seem to find one that has hardware for the drums. Any help would be appreciated. BTW, I'm not positive on the year of the car because I havn't been able to talk to the dealership that's selling it. But, I've looked at it quite a few times. Also, I've done a bit of research, and I believe it's a 70, or early 71. It's got the 20-160mph speedo, 140lbs oil guage, fresh air vents on the hatch, and indents on the steering wheel.