75 280Z: My 3 year project, that will take 10

[CunningStunts]

So I figured I'd start a build thread for my Z. I am most definitely a newbie, so any and all tips, comments, and criticisms are very welcome.

 

Here's a list of the cars I've owned. 

89 240sx

91 240sx 

90 240sx

90 300zx TT

97 A4 2.8 quattro

68 mustang fastback

74 MG midget

 

So as far as my car history, I've had quite a few of running projects (minus the fastback). That being said... None have scared me quite as much as the 280z. The reason is I'd like to do the LS1/T56 combo in it. I'm in Texas and there is a shop in Fort Worth ( Larry's Speed and Custom) that will put the engine and tranny in and set up the AC and power steering for $5K. I will have to source and purchase the engine myself. It starts to hit the wallet pretty hard, all at once. 

 

I was also thinking of a 302, then finding someone to do the welding/fab work for me. I don't have the equipment and I would be afraid of ruining this car. 

 

Anyway... Here are some photos.

 

Gotta love the two sided Paint. It's really rust free and fun to drive as it sits. Now I just need to figure out which engine I'm gonna do.  soon I will have some webisodes on youtube of the build/ownership of the Z. If nothing else, I should have fun. 

 

Cheers.