mchong75 Posted December 18, 2009 Author Share Posted December 18, 2009 Twice pipe short video Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SidWell Posted December 19, 2009 Share Posted December 19, 2009 Was the car shipped in and enclosed or open trailer? I am relocating and will be shipping mine in an enclosed trailer. I hope I do not have the nightmare you did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchong75 Posted December 21, 2009 Author Share Posted December 21, 2009 Was the car shipped in and enclosed or open trailer? I am relocating and will be shipping mine in an enclosed trailer. I hope I do not have the nightmare you did. Open container. Just make sure they are insured and it's up to date. My situation wouldn't of mattered if it was open or closed container. It was the driver's error. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texlenin Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Well mchong, It's a new year (and very cold so far). What has transpired since we last heard from you.... Personally, I had to send Bessie back to Eurosport Automotive yet again! This will ever end until I either install MsnS or go "code59" Damn Six_Shooter for ever putting that idea in my head! Same goes for MAG58 with the idea of the Merc M104 head/L28 block "Evil Axis Motor"! Damn, I love this website!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highflyer Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 I'm in the Dallas area and doing my own restoration. However, a good bet would be to go on the web to the Z Club of Texas web site. They're pretty active in the Dallas area and I'm sure someone will know where to steer you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchong75 Posted March 8, 2010 Author Share Posted March 8, 2010 I've been gone for a while. Here are some updated pics. She's been stripped, sanded and repainted so far. All the old badges and side door chrome trims removed and filled. Front and rear side turn signals removed and filled. She's getting a 240z euro bumper rechromed and installed. All new weather strips will be installed and front carbon fiber BRE airdam ready to be installed soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cygnusx1 Posted March 8, 2010 Share Posted March 8, 2010 Silver ALWAYS a good choice!  You must be thrilled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin.pk Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Silver ALWAYS a good choice!  You must be thrilled. x2 Looks great!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texlenin Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Mchong, Who did you end up going with, bodyshop wise? What is the final story on the transporter/insurance saga? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchong75 Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 Mchong, Who did you end up going with, bodyshop wise? What is the final story on the transporter/insurance saga? The insurance company settled with me despite getting a hold of their client. The insurance company could not even get a hold of them or get a return phone, email or fax. Luckily I had two witnesses who was with me when the transporter made the delivery and stated he damaged the car during the transport. It costed me time and frustration but, the insurance settlement was well worth it. I went with Complete Collision in Carrolton. So far, they're doing a great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texlenin Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Well, I'm glad it came out alright in the end (sort of). Between you, Mike Quan, and 280zcar,ya'll've made up my mind to go with charcoal or heather grey on my paint. So we won't all be confused at car meets.... Hope to see you on the road someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin.pk Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Well, I'm glad it came out alright in the end (sort of). Between you, Mike Quan, and 280zcar,ya'll've made up my mind to go with charcoal or heather grey on my paint. So we won't all be confused at car meets.... Hope to see you on the road someday. lol. silver Z's have been multiplying in DFW. I haven't seen a charcoal/grey one yet though so I think you'll be safe with that color. haha mchong, Did you paint it the original silver color? Glad to hear you managed to settle with the insurance company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texlenin Posted March 19, 2010 Share Posted March 19, 2010 Well, the interior is meant to be grey/black when completed, so charcoal was ahead by a nose anyway. Custom center console and rear deck surround covered in grey pleather with black rubber cargo floor and footwells. You should see it now- a ladyfriend called it "purply". The PO had greyish silver shot Earl Schieves' style over original Nissan 317 blue and it bled thru. Ah well; it keeps the rust in where it belongs! I'll finally use all that autobody learnin' and do all the bodywork/prep myself, then tremclad the hell outta it and wetsand till my shoulders dislocate. Maybe a bit o' flip-flop crystals added to the mix, when clearcoat. This is of course assuming that I ever get it back from the mechanic and get MsnS installed..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchong75 Posted May 11, 2010 Author Share Posted May 11, 2010 (edited) One delay after another, she's finally out of the shop. Front and rear side turn signals removed for smoother look. Front and rear bumper shocks removed. Rear hatch emblems removed. I still have couple of more exterior work but she's pretty much done with exterior. Power antenna needs to be installed and rechrome 240z bumpers. I'm not pleased with the amount of the drop on the car. It has a big gap. I should of gone with 16". Current setup is 1" drop with 205/50/15". I'm planning to switch the tires to Yokohoma 205/55/15" thanks to Discount tires 30 day return policy. Next is to find a good reputable upholstery shop for interior restoration. Here's are some updated pics. I only had my ultra wide angle lens for this shoot so the pics may look bit distorted. Edited May 11, 2010 by mchong75 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeshow Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 They did a really nice job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sticky280zx Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Looks good...but what all are you needing for interior...i have alot and am close by. Also why fill in everything but not the back pan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchong75 Posted May 13, 2010 Author Share Posted May 13, 2010 Looks good...but what all are you needing for interior...i have alot and am close by. Also why fill in everything but not the back pan? I'm completely redoing the entire interior. New carpets, new dash, new center console, new headliner, new steering wheel, new shift boots & knob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texlenin Posted May 22, 2010 Share Posted May 22, 2010 Oh sweet roller-skatin' Jesus! Have to change pants now; thanks... They did excellent work, M. You should be proud. I have had limited experience with Bells Auto Trim (recovered my door panels). Great to work with, fast, cheap(?c-note for two doors?) I plan to have him do all my custom interior work when I get it done. http://bellsautotrim.com/default.aspx Great lookin' ride. Thanks again for reminding me how much of a loser I am. I keed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emeraldlion Posted May 22, 2010 Share Posted May 22, 2010 Did you have to do any work to get your BRE spook to fit the 280 valance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchong75 Posted June 17, 2010 Author Share Posted June 17, 2010 Oh sweet roller-skatin' Jesus! Have to change pants now; thanks... They did excellent work, M. You should be proud. I have had limited experience with Bells Auto Trim (recovered my door panels). Great to work with, fast, cheap(?c-note for two doors?) I plan to have him do all my custom interior work when I get it done. http://bellsautotrim.com/default.aspx Great lookin' ride. Thanks again for reminding me how much of a loser I am. I keed! Thank you for the compliment. I'll need to check them out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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