CORPCRIM Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 I've looked and looked for a carbon fiber hood for my 280zx but I can't seem to find anything. Does anyone know if they even exist? If so please let me know where I can get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody 82 ZXT Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 I've never seen one. Thougt, about making one for myself many times but, have never started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b__sosick Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 I believe there is a vendor on ebay that sells one but its not true cf. cf with fiverglass over. if you just want it for the look the do a quick motors.ebay.com search for "280zx carbon hood" and I'm sure it'll pop up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slownrusty Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 I believe there is a vendor on ebay that sells one but its not true cf. cf with fiverglass over.if you just want it for the look the do a quick motors.ebay.com search for "280zx carbon hood" and I'm sure it'll pop up. Brandon - nothing comes up...I check eBay often and I have never seen a CF hood for our cars? Yasin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loy Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Maybe you could pm fazzt73 to get a cf hood started for the 280zx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b__sosick Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 eek! maybe i lied?? I coulda sworn i saw one. i very well may be mistaken, or saw one for s30's and though it was for s130s! Brandon - nothing comes up...I check eBay often and I have never seen a CF hood for our cars? Yasin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caen fred Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 nop, nada your side of the pacific... you would have to go to Japan... They have only the 82-83 one... It's not as good lookin' as on a S30 so, for me the shape is too busy VS the clean s30... here you go... http://www.restored.jp/130Zparts.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank280zx Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 I just adapted a Beta Motorsport Cowl hood to fit my S130 hood, Ill put up some pics after this weekend .. it is relatively easy and gives allmost complete cf hood ..!!! ( you could layer the 4"sides that stay steel with CF) What i did is outline the s30 hood on the S130 hood .. and it will fit allmost perfectly in the 'lower'areay of the hood .. I tehn cut it out and peeled the outer skin .. then i trimmed down the front of the CF Beta motorsport hood (Sorry about that) It blends in perfectly and i started smooting it with glas and epoxy (good thing i used to repair full CF surfboards ) Then ill either paint the sides of the hood flat black and leave the CF visable.. put a layer of cf on the hood parts that stay steel .. or paint the entire hood black ... Pics will be up soon ! It feels lighter.. but i have to do a check when it is all smoothen out.. otherwhise japan is key they even sell CF doors !!! i so want to win the lottery ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillet Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 i love looking at the restored.jp site. i know they actually sponsor a few toyotas in the states, so maybe the products will be easier to get soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody 82 ZXT Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 here you go... http://www.restored.jp/130Zparts.htm This was news to me. Anyone have a good contact that check on the viability of getting these over here? Seems like after shipping and packaging them it would end up being real expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank280zx Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 This was news to me. Anyone have a good contact that check on the viability of getting these over here? Seems like after shipping and packaging them it would end up being real expensive. The beta motorsport unit is a real close fit .. With a little fabrication it looks smooth and pro.. especially when you would paint it all black!! Maybe ask John C to do a limited run on them ??? He makes quality stuff and is a member .. i would def buy another off him for a s130 ! ( cowled that is ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody 82 ZXT Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Got any pics of your hood yet? I want to see how yours has turned out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank280zx Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 No not yet but after this weekend i will i made some pics of the preparations it takes some nerves as you have to cut up your hood .. and trim down two orners of the beta sport hood ..... (haha the point of no return) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Maybe ask John C to do a limited run on them ??? He makes quality stuff and is a member .. i would def buy another off him for a s130 ! ( cowled that is ) I get asked to make a CF 280ZX hood about once every 3 months. I always say that if they get a few more guys in on the deal (cash talks, BS walks) and they can provide me with a perfect hood, I'll risk the $1,000 it takes to make proper mold. Until then, find someome that can do a splash mold and have them build a couple hoods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank280zx Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Well guys we have winner here !!! rear hatches too ? I would def buy a CF or glass Hood (is that the same mold ???) and a CF or GF Rear hatch of you John, I assume you would make a cowl ? or a normal hood?? Any way the hood i took last time would be a great cowl mold haha ! I just would like one for 2+2 too, and the hatch for my CPE project .... What are you looking for per unit and where can i pay ! Lets get this going guys !! IM IN Common HOP THE BANDWAGON HERE !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 After talking with Frank - he moves fast - I estimate a 280ZX carbon fiber hood (a real CF hood) primered would be about $675. A 280ZX fiberglass hood primered would be about $330. A 280ZX fiberglass hood with a layer of CF on top and a clear coat would be about $480. These estimated prices are for an OEM style hood without the turbo NACA duct or vent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank280zx Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Haha sorry about that was at work so kindoff busy .. but yeah i mean when we get a reputable shop offering to make it ... we should move fast, as most supliers dont see market in the s130 i have seen your work.. and shop, met you as a very nice guy .. and cut up your work last week to know it is quality ...so finally the underdog car so to speak .. ( not as underdog as a z31 but ...) gets some stuff made .. Like i said on the phone ... a hatch would be something i would wish for somwhere at the end of this year or next year ( MSA time) aswel! Who is in guys.. and what would you John see as a fit downpament and where and when does this need to be in.. I would be looking at a 'fake CF' 480 USD one and a GF one for me. This will be without hood vents ?? or with ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tec280zx Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 I'm in, downpayment and all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D83ZXT Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 John... You can count me in on a FG hood. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CORPCRIM Posted July 27, 2006 Author Share Posted July 27, 2006 I'm in as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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