0 1962-72 Nissan Datsun Wheel Alignment Guide

1962-72 DATSUN SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

TIRE INFLATION (COLD)

Before attempting to check or adjust wheel alignment, ensure that tires are properly inflated.

RIDING HEIGHT

Pickups Only - Adjust to specificied distance by turning anchor bolt adjusting nut. Raise vehicle to release tension on adjusting nut.

Riding Height Measuring Point

CASTER

All Models (Except 240Z, 510 and 1200) - Caster is adjusted by increasing or decreasing the thickness of shims inserted between upper link spindle and upper link mounting bracket. When front shim thickness increases, caster reduces. Set caster to specifications given in table. NOTE - Do not adjust caster with difference between front and rear shim thicknesses beyond .078".

240Z, 510 and 1200 - Caster is not adjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, check for damaged parts and replace as necessary

CAMBER

All Models (Except 240Z, 510 and 1200) - Camber is adjusted by increasing or decreasing the thickness of shim inserted between upper link spindle and upper link mounting bracket. When thickness of shims increases, camber reduces. Set camber to specifications given in table.

240Z, 510 and 1200 (Front) - Camber is not adjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, check for damaged parts and replace as necessary.

240Z and 510 (Rear) - Camber is not adjustable. If alignment is not within specifications, check for damaged parts and replace as necessary.

TOE-IN

All Models (Except Pickups) - Adjust by loosening side rod lock nuts and adjusting length of side rod to change toe-in to correct specifications. NOTE - Left and right side rods should be moved equally. Tighten lock nuts.

Pickups - Adjust by loosening cross rod lock nuts and turning cross rod to change its length which will increase or decrease the toe-in depending on the direction rod is turned. With toe-in to correct specifications, tighten lock nuts.

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