TheMission Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Howdy all... I've been lurking in the background watching posts for over a year now, and finally get to show off some of my fun work. I've done everything myself (and friend) so far, with no shop involvement. Mostly, cause I'm cheap, but generally, cause I love to do it. It's now ready to be put together and set up, with new wiring harness, new seals, etc... and will not be a full resto or show car, but a fun weekend street/sport ride to play around with. Here's some crappy iPhone pics of it at my friend's house, who painted it... final color is Laguna Seca Blue (BMW M3)... which looks way better in real life that the iphone can do it justice with. So Far we've done the following body wise: Taken it down to the frame/shell Shaved the door locks (going keyless entry) Shaved the 240z emblems everywhere Shaved the Side Markers Shaved the Antenna Shaved the Fuel Door Shaved the Engine Bay Removed the Fuel Tank Cut out the Spare Tire Area / Reinstalled a New Floor Installed a Fuel Cell New Driver/Passenger Floors New DogLegs Driver/Passenger Installed Roll Bar De-Rusted EVERYTHING All New Urethane Bushings on EVERYTHING, Repainted all the suspension components Reconditioned the Dash Here's what the color really looks like in sunlight: Here's some shots of the special work I've done so far: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 Here's some updated and higher quality shots from today... next week windows/seals/latches get back on and make it look more carlike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
280zjoel Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Looks Awesome. Keep up the good work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slownrusty Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Wow.. beautiful work, inspiring and shows what a talented guy you are!! Kudos!! Amazing attention to detail. Interesting color choice..would not be my first choice..but an interesting one non the less and will look great with the right wheels and stance. Keep the pics coming please! Yasin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DREW RBZ Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Gorgeous work...you are doing it right from the start...I love the colour! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikedc528 Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 I wanted to paint my Z LSB......I hate you! It looks great!! Good job man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrZ Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Wow! Great Build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted March 24, 2010 Share Posted March 24, 2010 Definitely not my favorite BMW color, but wow that looks great! Nice work, thus far. I'm considering shaving that logo, but I kinda like them. Still undecided on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sxynerd Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 Nice work. Definitely not my favorite BMW color, but wow that looks great! Nice work, thus far. I'm considering shaving that logo, but I kinda like them. Still undecided on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted March 28, 2010 Author Share Posted March 28, 2010 Here's some pics as it's moved from paint back to being slowly put back together... don't worry about the wheels/tires... they are going away. I still can't take a good picture of the real color, as the camera just won't pick it up right... the color is darker than what the photos show, I'll have to take some pictures at dusk sometime. Shaved front sidemarkers, Shaved Z Logos on Fender, Shaved door locks - Shaved Fuel Door, Shaved C-Pillar Logos/Holes, Shaved Sidemarkers This pic is the closest to the real color. - Shaved Hatch Logo Shaved Antenna, Shaved Side Marker, Shaved Door Lock, Shaved C-Pillar Logo Closer pic Quick Engine Bay Shave - Not Perfect, but I didn't care... just wanted it "Cleaner" Nice and Smooth Roof - It got bumped around in the past Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted March 28, 2010 Author Share Posted March 28, 2010 Just for you SR20DET guys out there.... I LOVE THIS LINK - SR20DET Prep These are handy too - http://forums.hybrid...ad.php?t=114362 - Radiator SR20 Info http://forums.hybrid...ad.php?t=114263 - Driveshaft SR20 Info http://forums.hybrid...ntercooler+size - Intercooler Info SR20DET Parts Guide (Page 7 has complete Parts Number Listing sr20 wiring info The 510 Realm • View topic - Wiring question. SR20DET Engine Upgrade Guide Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB26powered74zcar Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Very nice color... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgriz Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 That color looks awesome. I am looking forward to doing the bodywork on my Z. Your car is very inspiring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted April 7, 2010 Author Share Posted April 7, 2010 That color looks awesome. I am looking forward to doing the bodywork on my Z. Your car is very inspiring. Thanks! Just be patient and it'll come together. The Z is way more forgiving than the other cars I've built/worked on myself. (I love the mechanical and electrical simplicity of 70's rides). I'm just a normal guy who works on this thing... I don't like to let shops do the work for me and I really love to get my hands dirty and be able to wrap my mind around how these 240s are built, plus save money in the process. I'm now working on the wiring for it, as I've got a new Ez-Wiring kit to go into it cleanly and it's an adventure to figure out all the wiring for the turns/brake, but even more so for the wiper motor, as it's like pulling teeth to get a good guide on how that whole wiper system works (wire wise) in a '72... I'll have it down packed soon though no problem. The seals are almost all in now, but I solely need to get the seals on the bottom of the doors on. The C-Pillar windows are now in, but I still need to get the window frames back on the doors and get the windows, regulators, and hardware back in. I really like little things on the car, so I get distracted with all the fun stuff to do. Friday is a big swap meet here in PDX, so I'll see if there is anything cool to pick up there for fun as well, and then work on the car on Friday and Saturday Morning. The internet is abounding with information about these cars, so it's actually pretty easy to find out most issues I run into, as almost always someone else has hit it and posted the solution on the forums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsalni Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 good lord... this is very inspiring. love seeing proper paint jobs that include engine bays. thumbs up to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted April 16, 2010 Author Share Posted April 16, 2010 Thanks! This last week got some decent progress done on it: Put the ZCC Tow Brackets on - Cause they are dang sweet looking - Check out ZCCjdm.com All Seals are In Door Window Frames and C-Pillar Windows are In Tails are Re-Wired with Modern Molex Connectors and back on Cut and set up new D&P side kick panels and dogleg panels from new material - Upholstering it later Steering Shaft and Pedal Box is back on I've finally figured out all the wiring for: Turn Signal Switch Headlight and Wiper Switch Full Wiper Motor Rebuild and Wiring and Relay Setup (Which is a Pain) All the EZ-Wiring Harness I'll probably post some of the schematics I ended up with, as the wiring was fun to figure out and it's helpful to add another reference to the mess of wires and how the assemblies work. Picked Up: Taurus Fan - Rebuilt and Cleaned/Tested that monster of a fan Next steps are full rewiring, replacing all the old connectors with modern molex setups, which will take a chunk of time. Interior Rebuild and Re-Upholstery Then it's flocking time! - Dash and all upper interior trim will be flocked to match ultrasuede Headliner and such. The Engine will be purchased soon and mounted on a stand and I'll share my experiences there with a moderate rebuild there, as I'll replace seals like mad, and repaint and accessorize the SR20DET well. I'll pop some pics over the weekend as I finish up the tail section a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted April 17, 2010 Author Share Posted April 17, 2010 Got some decent progress done today... All Windows are in her now, as well as almost all the door hardware, except the outside handles, due to paint waiting. Wiper Motor and Assembly Back in... Back Panels Fitted and Temporarily back on Wiring Harness Tentatively Mounted - Where I want it to be. Taurus Fan All Cleaned Up and Testing, Running like the monster it is. Bit by bit it's coming together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted April 18, 2010 Author Share Posted April 18, 2010 Some more to finish the day - The Wiring Harness was too short and it makes more sense to have the connectors near the firewall, so TADA! The Vent Assemblies for the kick panels on the sides got all recleaned up and niftified: Same for the License Plate Lights: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMission Posted April 19, 2010 Author Share Posted April 19, 2010 Wired the Molex Connectors Up! Here's my first attempt at auto upholstery... turned out decent enough... My Hands are all glued up now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 keep up the good work and thanx for posting the sr20 links i might be needing those oncei get my z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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