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Kingpin Rebuild Info

Just wanted to put some links on the site to reference kingpin related info.
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Playlist on my YouTube channel, bluehandsvideo   Tons of intricate details here and several complete rebuilds.  

Datsun Truck Kingpin Rebuild 

​620 Kingpin Rebuild

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I've posted a good bit of info on the Ratsun.net forum, as well.

Kingpin Rebuild

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I don't offer this tool at this time.  I've considered doing them again, just haven't.  I'll post this link as an example of what I use to remove/install the bushings.

Kingpin Bushing Tool

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I keep referencing that DIY'ers find a shop with a Sunnen hone to size the bushings after they've been installed in the spindle.  I'm putting a link to the video and the post on the Ratsun thread to more easily point others to it.

Post in Ratsun thread

YouTube video showing hone in action



Cotter Bolts and Seals
Information about the availability of the cotter bolts for the lower fulcrum pins has been brought up recently.  They are available for several British cars.  There are some links in this thread on Ratsun.  There is a workable option for the seals, as well.
https://ratsun.net/topic/79002-521-cotter-pin-bolts/

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This is not my page or my info, but I found it to be a good "quick look" at some of what's needed to rebuild kingpins on the vehicle.  I tried to contact that owner to get permission, but the email address is dead.  The info is not complete, but it may help you decide if you want to do it yourself or not.

The King(pin) of Swing by firebirdtransamparts.com