1968–73 Datsun 510 chassis stiffening
2 kits to stiffen the body shell, from frame rails and connectors to braces and roll bars.
- How it's built
- Steel unibody
- Weak spots
- Strut towers, floor pans, rocker panels, rear quarter panels and the trunk floor rust. The R160 differential and rubber-bushed semi-trailing arms are the weak links when power goes up, and the steering box and idler arm wear and get loose.
Stiffening kits
| Area | Kit | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shock & strut tower braces | Cusco (sold by Techno Toy Tuning) Cusco Type AS Front Strut Brace (PL510 - Datsun 510) | Cusco front strut brace for 510. | $170 Listed price Source |
| Shock & strut tower braces | Techno Toy Tuning Front Strut Tower Brace (PL510 - Datsun 510) | Front strut tower brace for 1968-73 510. | $175 Listed price Source |
Prices are from the linked seller pages and change often. Confirm fitment for your exact year and body style before ordering; many weld-in parts need professional installation. Some links earn us a commission.
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