hensh65 Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Lexx the big sexy beast 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Awesome project mate Looks great 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Lexx the big sexy beast ;) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Awesome car Sent from my D6603 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Great news Graham. Definitely get a build thread going if you can once the work begins. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Gtr, escort, 240z Jealous ! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a2orry Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 The muts nuts I've always had a likeing for the 240 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Mcgoo Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 (edited) Very nice indeed! Very jealous. Looks really good for its age and a good buy for sure! FWIW, I like the headlight covers. Edited November 4, 2014 by Sam Mcgoo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 4, 2014 Author Share Posted November 4, 2014 Thanks all for the great support! Will definitely keep the thread updated with whats happening to the car! Gtr, escort, 240z Jealous ! Have been rather lucky! Now I just need to finish them all....... Very nice indeed! Very jealous. Looks really good for its age and a good buy for sure! FWIW, I like the headlight covers. Honestly, me too... same as the wheels, didnt think I would like them, but turns out I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 6, 2014 Author Share Posted November 6, 2014 Final payment has been made and transport has been arranged for Sunday. I am also "working from home" on Monday........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbs Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Hope yours is in better nic than this one I spotted in France 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 You baaaad French person. Sent from my Zed using Nangkang tyres front, RE040's rear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 7, 2014 Author Share Posted November 7, 2014 Hope yours is in better nic than this one I spotted in France I hope so, but it definitely look better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Burns Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Chalk and cheese guys thats a 280ZX2+2 update model from approx1982 not a s30 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 21, 2014 Author Share Posted November 21, 2014 Good news.... as the blue escort will be moving to a new owner shortly, it looks like this may actually be getting restored this winter Hoping that I can get the car in and start getting it stripped at some point in December! I have taken Friday next week off and will be getting the gasket and fluid service done. Then it will be getting a tune-up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martybhoy Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Looking forward to seeing more of this, nice purchase! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Drool drool and jaw drop. I want one of these now officially! Looking forwards to the resto! Like the headlight covers by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted November 26, 2014 Author Share Posted November 26, 2014 Well had the car up on a ramp with a bodywork specialist who went over it and there is a bit of a list of things to be done, but not as bad as expected Roof - remove sunroof Bumpers - remove current bumpers Front fenders - need some repairs Sills - both sides need a fair bit of work Doors - both sides need a fair bit of work - going to repair the standard ones, want to try and keep them Drivers floorpan - needs a section removed and replaced Looking to get the car in sometime in December and will be stripped, blasted, repaired, resprayed (some bright blue colour), new bumpers, fender mirrors, arch extenders, wheels and rear half cage (welded in). Still deciding on the seats and clocks, but thinking along the lines of classic racing seats, modern clocks in standard dash, retro radio with hidden speakers, refurbed gearknob and steering wheel and not sure what else........ Engine wise, it will remain standard for now, but I am seriously considering some triple webbers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 240z goes into bodyshop this week and the whole project will begin What is everyones thoughts on rollcages in these cars? Im considering a 4 point cage for impact resistance, harness bar and some added rigidity. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Mcgoo Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 I have no idea about roll cages, but am looking forward to watching this progress with envy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 I'm with Sam 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 cheers guys! Will be trying to do weekly updates when the work all starts.... Im also looking forward to this!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 (edited) 240z goes into bodyshop this week and the whole project will begin What is everyones thoughts on rollcages in these cars? Im considering a 4 point cage for impact resistance, harness bar and some added rigidity. 6 point minimum IMO - 4 point is either a rear cage or a roll bar - the (ever ongoing / on hold Mini project for my daughter) we put a 6 point FIA approved cage with the added diagonals and door bars. But it depends what you want it for - to make the car stiffer for handling and to give a mount for harnesses a 4 point will do that - to keep you shaken but not stirred in a major off then go 6 at least EDIT: PS Watching with intrest - great project Edited December 1, 2014 by Keyser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonk Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 I'm with Sam Likewise, looking forward to progress reports. I have to say, there are some great build/ restoration threads at the moment on the forum, both modern and classic. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted December 2, 2014 Author Share Posted December 2, 2014 240z goes into bodyshop this week and the whole project will begin What is everyones thoughts on rollcages in these cars? Im considering a 4 point cage for impact resistance, harness bar and some added rigidity. 6 point minimum IMO - 4 point is either a rear cage or a roll bar - the (ever ongoing / on hold Mini project for my daughter) we put a 6 point FIA approved cage with the added diagonals and door bars. But it depends what you want it for - to make the car stiffer for handling and to give a mount for harnesses a 4 point will do that - to keep you shaken but not stirred in a major off then go 6 at least EDIT: PS Watching with intrest - great project Usage will be mostly road, spirited driving, some track use (but not really flatout type of driving), etc. I dont want the cage interfering with the front of the car for getting in/out and just because I will see it. I also think a front cage will detract in the event of a future sale. Harness, rigidity and some additional impact/rollover protection is good enough (I hope!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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