Ceejay29 Posted July 18, 2014 Author Share Posted July 18, 2014 Thanks guys. Parello they are 'BMW Style' according to the geezer I bought the car off of. Fancy a change though as they have been on far too long now; maybe a dished rim with the correct PCD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted July 24, 2014 Author Share Posted July 24, 2014 (edited) So I have finally sourced a garage to store the beast. As you can see it is rather tight, but the main thing is that it is both solid and dry. So for the time being it will do. Engine cover off, let surgery commence; I wouldn't advise removing the plenum when the engine is warm. I had a two minute drive in order to get to the garage so it wasn't overly hot. Still warm enough though! I noticed that one of the bolts had minor signs of corrosion, anything to worry about? All of the other bolts were as new. Plenum off and H-Dev spacer exposed. Will I require a new gasket to fit before reinstalling the plenum? Had a bit of time to kill (waiting for collection) so decided to see what else I could remove and tart up whilst the plenum and throttle body are off being polished. Came up with these; Time to wrap everything up and send off to Mark. I will also be including this, fingers crossed he can restore it; Edited July 27, 2014 by Ceejay29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted July 29, 2014 Author Share Posted July 29, 2014 Penultimate coats of lacquer applied to these little pieces. Look much better and should add a little more depth to the bay. All I need now is for My Hermes to hurry up and deliver my parts to Mark to allow him to work his magic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 9, 2014 Author Share Posted August 9, 2014 Received a package from Mark earlier this week of which included a polished plenum and throttle body. It is amazing how both have been completely transformed within a short period of time. Excellent service, would use again and highly recommend. This gave me the opportunity to fit Paddy's bolt kit and other Pro-Bolt goodies of which I bought a while back and a few other colour coded items; So I began with the plenum and throttle body and found it rather therapeutic, it's nice to use practical skills after employing theoretical all week in the office. First hiccup was the air intake; I had a feeling that it slotted inside the throttle body and began scratching my head until I realised that this wasn't possible due to the fixing location halfway down the tube. So pressed on, slid the rubber seal over the void and fixed in place using jubilee clips. I also had a few issues with the new bonnet catch. First of all I slotted it in front of the central fixing and couldn't for the life of me figure out why it sat so high and consequently fouled. I then tried sliding it behind which worked although didn't appear to sit as well until fully tightened. Needless to say I also had to adjust the position on the Y-axis until I was happy with the shut line. Got there in the end but nearly threw the six plastic clips that fix the cooling panel down out the door. Has anybody replaced these with bolts? After what seemed to be a short period of time (most definitely a few hours) I completed what I set out to do and here is the result; I am amazed at how well the anodised washers match the other red elements, yes it's all anodised red but there are so many different shades of red. Slightly disappointed that the engine cover hides quite a few bolts, but after considering what else is lurking beneath the cover it's a no brainer to keep it on. Had to fit a new battery too as the current one had a dead cell which has been causing issues for as long as I can remember; I have been driving everywhere with the trusted boost pack! So I turn the engine over to hear a lovely burble and without warning lights. I must admit I was slightly concerned as I had read that the throttle body, in particular the butterfly valve, is rather temperamental. However all was well, at least I thought that until I took a look under the hood to see coolant pi55ing out. Whooops my bad forgot to connect a hose!! It had to be the most awkward one didn't it! Eventually I took the car out for a much needed blast. Thoroughly enjoyed it as I have been driving a hanging focus for the last three weeks or so. Ten miles down the road I park the car and can hear what I can only be described as a chemical experimentation erupting under the bonnet! So I dash out to see coolant everywhere. Has to be that awkward hose I thought; no it isn't?? After a frantic call to the old man I decided to leave it a while and top up the coolant with water, enabling me to nurse it home.....it took me over an hour with frequent stop offs and water refills to retrace the ten miles back to the garage. Felt like a teenager again; sitting in lay-bys with the windows all steamed up and people passing. I managed to safely make it back but have no idea as to why it is overheating/loosing coolant? The temperature seems to be ok with low levels of coolant however at maximum the coolant pressurises and an explosion looks imminent! Any ideas in what it could be? All hoses are fixed in place, the rad is coming on and I believe I have correctly fixed the plenum in place. Meanwhile the car is cooling off and resting in the garage. Bittersweet. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 Possible airlock, leading to overheating and the coolant being dumped out of the expansion tank. Bleed the whole system through, just to make sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 9, 2014 Author Share Posted August 9, 2014 Possible airlock, leading to overheating and the coolant being dumped out of the expansion tank. Bleed the whole system through, just to make sure. Thanks Ekona, that makes sense. Will give that a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 Look's great Ceejay ~ sure Ekona's suggestion will help sort the problem. Hope so. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJF Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 Looks awesome dude, glad you stuck with only a couple of colours in the bay, looks properly classy! I think the only thing I'd consider would be painting the "Nissan" on the engine cover burger. Bumper looks cool too, glad to see someone else getting rid of their plate and washer jets 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share Posted August 12, 2014 Thanks RJF, I think I will go for gunmetal grey hoses and braided sleeves where possible to tone down the red slightly. Concerned that it could become a bit OTT. Yes much prefer clean smooth lines although I have a JDM model therefore the washer nozzles were never present. I have however smoothed many other elements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Concerned that it could become a bit OTT. There is a fine line with getting the colour balance right and going OTT. When you do see the line, can you take a pic or remind me what it looks like as I crossed it and left it behind ages ago! You need some carbon bonnet dampers too Ceejay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share Posted August 12, 2014 Concerned that it could become a bit OTT. There is a fine line with getting the colour balance right and going OTT. When you do see the line, can you take a pic or remind me what it looks like as I crossed it and left it behind ages ago! You need some carbon bonnet dampers too Ceejay Haha!! Yes I do need some carbon bonnet dampers! Not only do they look the nuts, it means I can get rid of that pesky stay that constantly gets in the freaking way! Am I right in thinking you offer specific coloured stickers? Or did I dream that one up? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Sent you a PM Chris 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 14, 2014 Author Share Posted August 14, 2014 Possible airlock, leading to overheating and the coolant being dumped out of the expansion tank. Bleed the whole system through, just to make sure. Bang on Ekona Bled the system and all is now fine Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Every now and then I'm correct, I just don't tend to make a habit of it Glad it's all sorted for you mate 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 20, 2014 Author Share Posted August 20, 2014 Took delivery of these little beauties this morning, will add them to the collection and finish off the work I began last weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted August 20, 2014 Share Posted August 20, 2014 ^^ They're pretty. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Decided to carry out a little more to the bay this weekend which included the addition of colour coded nuts/washers for the engine cover courtesy of Pro-Bolt, braided hose-sleeves with anodised finishers, hose clamps and carbon bonnet lifters thanks to 14N. Minor additions that help to reinforce the colour scheme. I started by measuring the circumference all of desired hoses and then calculating the diameters of each based on those figures. Each braided sleeve came in 1m lengths which enabled me to cover a few OEM hoses. Pretty simple really; measure them up, cut through using a junior hacksaw and tidied up afterwards using insulation tape and hose finishers. I knew these would come in handy one day; bought from Almeida a while back. Cocked up refitting this one. It was left off the car for a while as I didnt have a large enough finishers, after receiving the correct jubilee clip I decided to fit it around the wrong way! This became apparent after trying to press the brake pedal . Quick phone call to the old man and I discovered that it has a one way valve . I also noticed that the engine cover was warping and after close inspection I decided that something was stuck beneath it. Turned out to be the new bolt kit siting proud, therefore I removed the four that were concealed by the engine cover and re-installed the Horsham bolts as they sat lower allowing me to relocate the extra four around the engine bay. Win win. Hose clips fitted to regiment its position, bonnet stay removed as it is now surplus to requirements and fixing covered using a left over bolt and washer; Managed to fit the bonnet lifters with ease thanks to CS2000's fool proof write up and 14N's tips. It was a bit of a squeeze refitting the red battery/brake fluid surrounds, but managed it. Nice addition, found myself repeatedly opening and closing the bonnet and watching it slowly lift......witchcraft Next on the list; Grey Samco Hose Kit Weapon R Coolant reservoir Catch Can?? I am also going to try and twist my old man's arm into helping me fit the Akebono's that have been sat gathering dust for the last six months or so. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Very nice ~ you should be pleased with the way it's looking now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Thanks GM, I can't believe how addictive it is! I'm not looking forward to the conduit stage!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Ready for atleast another week of hibernation after an enjoyable 50 mile blast; One of the daily drivers awaiting my return....the PUKe mobile (oh joy!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Such a shame to keep the Zed locked away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Highly impressive I like your colours, and the oohh shiny bits I'm very tempted to try doing bling after I've finished my current project. As you say, it's addictive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14N Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Looks great CJ. Not sure what colour conduit you've got, but I found the silver a lot easier on the fingers than the orange! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Go for it Chris, it's great fun and pretty rewarding. Am I right in thinking in thinking your zed is charged? 14N I think I will go for grey conduit but need to establish what dims I require and what's covering what as fiddling with electronics can cause all sorts of issues!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Ah yes Chris yours is the beast I was thinking of. Great work. Blows my little tasks out of the water....proper project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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