🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Datsun

Model:

Fairlady 1600

Model Codes:

SP311, SPL311

Year:

1967

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Datsun Fairlady 1600 owners and enthusiasts seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs.

Advantage:

Provides professional-grade information comparable to dealership manuals, enabling significant cost savings on repairs.

Value Proposition:

Enables DIY repairs, saves money, provides comprehensive information for maintenance and troubleshooting.

Content Source:

Original Datsun Workshop Service Manual, Wiring Diagrams and Bulletins

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

All Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types

Estimated Page Count:

Hundreds of pages (specific number not provided but implies comprehensive)

Type:

Workshop Repair Service Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine:

Engine Service / Repair, Engine Control System

Transmission:

Transmission Service / Repair

Brakes:

Brake System

Electrical:

Wiring Diagram, Electrical System, Troubleshooting and electrical service procedures

Suspension Steering:

Suspension, Steering

Cooling Heating Fuel:

Cooling System, Fuel Injection / Fuel System, Heater/ Air Conditional

Chassis Body:

Chassis / Body, Interior

Drivetrain:

Differential / Drive, Axle

Emissions:

Emission System

Safety Restraint:

Restraint System

Maintenance:

General Maintenance, Periodic Lubrication

Troubleshooting:

Troubleshooting

Repair:

Detailed substeps expand on repair procedure information, Disassembly, Assembly, Cleaning and Reinstalling Procedures

Diagnostics:

Comprehensive diagnostic information

Lubrication:

Periodic Lubrication schedule and specifications.

Depth:

Professional, comprehensive, used by local service/repair shops, detailed information for specific vehicle or equipment repair

Illustrations:

Hundreds of pages of diagrams and detailed information, Detailed illustrations, drawings and photos, Enlarged inset helps identify and examine parts in detail

Instructions:

Numbered instructions guide you through every repair procedure step by step, Easy to follow directions

Critical Information:

Notes, cautions and warnings throughout each chapter pinpoint critical information

Component Identification:

Detailed illustrations and enlarged insets for part identification and examination.

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Searchability:

PDF format generally allows for text searching of content.

Printability:

Full Printable

Zoom:

Zoom IN/OUT

Type:

Digital Download (No physical binding)

Type:

N/A (Digital Format)

Method:

Instant Download

Software:

Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip

Compatibility:

All Versions of Windows & Mac

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Inline-4, SOHC (likely the R-series engine, specifically R16)

Displacement:

1600cc (1.6 Liters)

Horsepower:

Approximately 96 PS (95 hp) at around 6000 RPM (for R16 variant)

Torque:

Approximately 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) at around 3600 RPM (for R16 variant)

Fuel Delivery:

Likely dual SU carburetors or similar Weber setup, as specified in the manual.

Type:

Distributor-based, points ignition (common for the era)

Block Material:

Cast Iron (typical for R-series engines of the era)

Cylinder Head Material:

Aluminum Alloy (typical for R-series engines)

🔧 Transmission

Type:

4-speed manual transmission

Type:

None specified for this model, typically manual only.

Clutch:

Single dry plate, hydraulically actuated (typical)

Final Drive:

Rear-wheel drive with a limited-slip differential (LSD) may have been an option or fitted to certain trims, the manual will cover differential service.

📐 Dimensions

Body Styles:

2-door convertible (SP311), 2-door coupe/sedan (SPL311 - though often referred to as Fairlady Roadster for convertible variants and Fairlady Coupe for the closed-top)

Curb Weight:

Approximately 950-1000 kg (2094-2205 lbs) depending on body style and equipment.

🛡️ Safety Features

Era Compliance:

Reflects safety standards of the late 1960s; lacks modern safety features like airbags or ABS.

Brakes:

Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. Manual provides specifications for adjustment and maintenance.

Restraint System:

Seat belts (likely lap belts as standard), manual covers restraint system inspection and adjustment.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Likely a period-correct AM radio, with manual covering electrical system diagnostics for radio.

Features:

None; this is a classic sports car from an era before electronic driver aids.

Features:

None.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change:

Recommended every 3,000-5,000 miles or 6 months, specific details in manual.

Tune Up:

Recommended based on mileage or time, covering spark plugs, points, timing, carburetor adjustment, and fluid checks.

Engine Oil:

Likely SAE 10W-30 or 20W-50, with API service classification relevant to the era (e.g., SF or equivalent). Manual will specify exact viscosity and API rating.

Transmission Fluid:

Likely manual transmission fluid (MTF) or gear oil, with specific viscosity grade provided in the manual.

Coolant:

Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture (50/50), capacity specified in the manual.

Common Problems:

Carburetor tuning issues, ignition system component wear (points, condenser), brake system maintenance (wheel cylinders, shoes), rust in body and chassis, aging rubber components (hoses, bushings).

📚 Vehicle History

Datsun Legacy:

Part of Datsun's early sports car lineage, building on the Fairlady nameplate.

Fairlady Lineage:

The SP/SPL311 series followed the SP210 and preceded the 240Z and subsequent Fairlady Z models. Known for its lightweight, sporty handling.

Production Period:

1965-1970 (SP311/SPL311 series)

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Model Standing:

The Fairlady 1600 is recognized as a significant model in Datsun's sports car history, preceding the highly successful Z-car series and contributing to Datsun's reputation for affordable, sporty vehicles.