grahamc Posted November 26, 2014 Author Share Posted November 26, 2014 Well had the car up on a ramp with a bodywork specialist who went over it and there is a bit of a list of things to be done, but not as bad as expected Roof - remove sunroof Bumpers - remove current bumpers Front fenders - need some repairs Sills - both sides need a fair bit of work Doors - both sides need a fair bit of work - going to repair the standard ones, want to try and keep them Drivers floorpan - needs a section removed and replaced Looking to get the car in sometime in December and will be stripped, blasted, repaired, resprayed (some bright blue colour), new bumpers, fender mirrors, arch extenders, wheels and rear half cage (welded in). Still deciding on the seats and clocks, but thinking along the lines of classic racing seats, modern clocks in standard dash, retro radio with hidden speakers, refurbed gearknob and steering wheel and not sure what else........ Engine wise, it will remain standard for now, but I am seriously considering some triple webbers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 Will look like the 240z from 'Midnight Wangan' when done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 Will look like the 240z from 'Midnight Wangan' when done Devil Z? The latest......240z goes into bodyshop this week and the whole project will begin What is everyones thoughts on rollcages in these cars? Im considering a 4 point cage for impact resistance, harness bar and some added rigidity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjy Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 You may aswell whilst it's at the bodyshop. It can be colour coded then... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 You may aswell whilst it's at the bodyshop. It can be colour coded then... Much easier doing it now, hence why I am considering it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Is it being custom made? Just make sure it's well away from your head! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 Is it being custom made? Just make sure it's well away from your head! Undecided, but more than likely something from customcages.... they seem to be recommended always! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Devil Z? You got it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 You got it Loved that video also love the fact that the Porsche and the Z do more talking than the main actors - - - Updated - - - Some inspiration... http://www.rollingclassics.us/2013/12/first-born.html I really like the way this car looks, the only thing that I will be changing is the base colour............... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolizma Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Loved that video also love the fact that the Porsche and the Z do more talking than the main actors - - - Updated - - - Some inspiration... http://www.rollingclassics.us/2013/12/first-born.html I really like the way this car looks, the only thing that I will be changing is the base colour............... Looks lovely! [video=youtube_share;EO2y_-vpolA] Im sure you also have seen this. I know my taste is a bit "different" but i really like these exhausts. Really want one of these at some point in my life Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 Looks lovely! Im sure you also have seen this. I know my taste is a bit "different" but i really like these exhausts. Really want one of these at some point in my life Z I have seen that and love the noise it makes!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 6, 2014 Author Share Posted December 6, 2014 Small update The car is now at the bodyshop, I am at Silverstone this weekend in the GTR, so wont be able to make it down, but will be down next weekend. Will take some photos then Have ordered some new bumpers, arch flares and fender mirrors.... so far, only the mirrors have arrived however I only ordered the bumpers and flares late last week Speaking to customCages and SafetyDevices about cages for the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdistc Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 (edited) Sorry for the late arrival (and possibly unwanted suggestion) but I remember reading an article on Speedhunters about a 240Z specialist in Kent, Fourways Engineering. It certainly seemed like the gentleman in charge there knew the model inside, outside and backwards - not to mention the impressive parts collection. Edited December 7, 2014 by sdistc (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie_k83 Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 Looks lovely! Im sure you also have seen this. I know my taste is a bit "different" but i really like these exhausts. Really want one of these at some point in my life Z That is awesome, i would love to one day own one of these.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 I have just been informed that work has started on the 240z I have decided against the rollcage for now and the main reason for this was that the missus drove the GTR around Silverstone GP circuit on a recent track day and now wants a track car (more on this later)..... so the 240z is purely for pleasure and fun!!!! I have ordered some fender mirrors, bumpers and arch flares and now looking at wheels... Rota RKR is the style I want, but completely lost on the sizes and offsets (especially with the flares). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 Sounds great cant wait to see some pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 Sounds great cant wait to see some pics! They sent through some pics of it before they started stripping, so just waiting for the other pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjy Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 This'll be interesting... [emoji6] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 This'll be interesting... [emoji6] Its going to be a busy week! Datsun today... Escort tomorrow... 350z has a new owner collecting on thursday... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjy Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 350z has a new owner collecting on thursday... That'll fund one of 'em... Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 That'll fund one of 'em... Lol and something else Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjy Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 and something else Uh oh. Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 Uh oh. Lol ever so sad............. but yes..... although there will be money left over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 Time for pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted December 16, 2014 Share Posted December 16, 2014 Looks like bog roll on the front in that last pic [emoji16] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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