🚗The Datsun pickup truck is a unique and collectible vehicle from the 60s.
🔧Restoring the truck involves fixing wiring issues and engine components.
⚙️The engine is a 12200 cc 4-cylinder motor, and the truck has a 6-lug wheel pattern.
🛠️The truck requires some bodywork, including repairing rust and damaged body panels.
🔩The team discovers parts that need replacement, such as plugs and wires.
What model is the Datsun pickup truck?
—The Datsun pickup truck is a 1965 model.
What engine does the truck have?
—The truck has a 12200 cc 4-cylinder motor.
What are some unique features of the truck?
—The truck has West Coast-style side mirrors and a 6-lug wheel pattern.
What bodywork is needed for the truck?
—The truck requires repairs for rust and damaged body panels.
What parts need replacement?
—Some parts, such as plugs and wires, need replacement.
00:00Introduction to the project: acquiring an old Datsun pickup truck.
01:15Overview of the father and son duo behind Craven Customs and their passion for restoring old vehicles.
03:46Detailed examination of the truck's features and identification as a 1965 Datsun model.
07:14Diagnosing a potential wiring issue and observing the condition of the engine.
10:59Troubleshooting the starter and identifying a wiring problem.
14:38Checking the condition of the spark plugs and addressing potential issues with the ignition system.
16:16Jump-starting the truck by bypassing the ignition switch.
16:45Preparing to work on the points and condenser set up.
