Datsun P411

rimmer.1, Jan 14, 2:13am
I have one of these with a J13 engine, I would like to put a 1500 in it. are the A series engines newer!
pge, Jan 14, 3:05am
Back in the early '70's, I had a P410, and fitted a BMC 'B' series from an Austin A60.

Despite rumours, the BMC head did NOT drop straight on the P410 block, the engine mounts were on different angles, and I used the A60 floorchange box, but had to build a new trans crossmember.

It absolutely transformed the wee beast.

The P411 was an adaptation of the "B" series motor, but the engineering internally was far superior.

I would not recommend the use of an "A"series motor,

I would suggest you source a later-model, pushrod Datsun engine, preferably with gearbox, and adapt that.

Good luck with your project, they are an unusual wee car.
the_don_61, Jan 15, 1:06am
Dont quote me but.
J engine is a Prince engine.A series is Nissan.
Datsun clubs in the USA for P411is it a SSS!.

Forget J and A.fit in a SR20 and 5 speed.
rimmer.1, Jan 15, 4:55pm
It's not a SSS .will have a look at SR20
the_don_61, Sep 23, 5:44am