Lock set

[Vetteguy22]

I need a new lock set for 4 510 project.
Anyone have ideas or recommendations.
Need doors, trunk and gas door.
Thanks,
Rob

[cgsheen]

Are they not the same as the locks they used in Z's? (I don't remember...)

[Vetteguy22]

I don’t know. I’ve never worked on a z. Maybe someone else will chime in,
Thanks

[insitu_az]

The doors, trunk, and gas door lock mechanisms were similar on all years 68 - 73. The ignition was a different set up on the 68/69 though (dash mounted on the earlier ones vs. column mount on the 70-73 models). A bit of trivia, note that there were 4 different types of key blanks used on the 510s, and quite often the ignition switch was keyed differently that the other locks.

If you don't mind the price, new-datsun-parts carries a complete set for the 68/69 models. You could re-sale the ignition lock and use the doors, trunk, and gas locks. They are very pricey though at $499.
http://www.new-datsun-parts.com/datsun- ... locks.html

If you follow Tokyo-2u on the Australian ebay site, he parts out vintage JDM stuff and sometimes has a lock set available. He currently has a set (no ignition switch) for $149 AUD which is about $100 dollars U.S. Its actually a pretty good deal because the trunk and gas door are nearly impossible to find, and nobody does an after market replacement for them.

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DATSUN-1600 ... ctupt=true


BTW, the door locks are the same as an early 240Z/260Z, but the trunk and gas door mechanisms are different.
- Guy

[Vetteguy22]

Thanks for the info. Very helpful.

[insitu_az]

If you happen to end up with a key set similar to the one Tokyo-2U is currently selling, I have a couple of NOS key blanks(embossed lion) that you are welcome to have.

- Guy

[Vetteguy22]

That would be great. I did purchase the set from Tokyo-2U. I’m just waiting for them to show up.

[insitu_az]

Rob,
I put those key blanks in the glove box in my Z. I will get them to you at the Bagdad run.
- Guy

[Vetteguy22]

Thanks Guy. See you then.
Rob