grahamc Posted January 23, 2015 Author Share Posted January 23, 2015 I would dip it, or there'll still be rust in the seams between spot welds. But interested to see how soda blasting goes, I have used it on carbon panels extensively and it's very gentle *IF* the operator takes his time and keeps the pressure down. It's also incredibly messy Pros and cons to both sides of it.... I have never liked dipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazz1 Posted January 23, 2015 Share Posted January 23, 2015 Looks very clean for an old car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted January 23, 2015 Author Share Posted January 23, 2015 Looks very clean for an old car. Front is not that good, needs a fair bit of work, same as the sills and doors, but I have seen a LOT worse!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 Sound deadening has all been removed and the car has been blasted. Car is back at the workshop, radiator support and floor pans have been dropped off, now the work begins. Unfortunately I didnt have time to take photos, I was late.... and the guy that normally takes pictures has been sick. Hopefully should have some this week or next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 Update - the car has been soda blasted and the guys have been progressing with the doors. In a couple of days I am off on holiday to South Africa for 5 weeks, so will be no updates during that time - but hopefully lots of progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Just my 2p but wouldn't it pay to take the whole skin off the doors. Great project and look forward to the updates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 It's coming along now! Out of curiosity, what new panels are available for these nowadays? Could you buy new doors? Or front wings or rear quarter panels? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 Just my 2p but wouldn't it pay to take the whole skin off the doors. Great project and look forward to the updates the one is worse than the other, so was about 50/50 on the door with the worse damage It's coming along now! Out of curiosity, what new panels are available for these nowadays? Could you buy new doors? Or front wings or rear quarter panels? Its moving along I struggled to find decent parts... passenger front fenders are available, drivers side is not, the radiator support panel is a reproduction, floors were a reproduction, etc.... getting more difficult. Its one of the reasons for choosing the place I did, they deal more with cars that you cannot find the replacement panels for and make everything themselves. Not sure on the rear quarters, fortunately mine were very clean so didnt look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Plethora Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 This is going to look great when it's done, a car I have always wanted, such a cool shape. Sounds like you are going all out on a propper job for this one and it will be well worth it when you get it back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 This is going to look great when it's done, a car I have always wanted, such a cool shape. Sounds like you are going all out on a propper job for this one and it will be well worth it when you get it back. Thats the plan prices on these have been going up recently, since most of the really good ones dont get sold too often. I believe a rather special R432 edition recently sold for $253k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 I saw this the other day, and thought of your project... http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Nostalgic-2-Days-13-71.jpg http://www.speedhunters.com/2013/02/engine-porn-os-giken-tc24-b1z/ [video=youtube;ez_c1OW6-cc] [video=youtube;gv-PKw9k2XY] Really tempted to put off going single for a few years, and buy one of these to start working on. I'll have to get rid of my Corrado first though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 I saw this the other day, and thought of your project... http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Nostalgic-2-Days-13-71.jpg http://www.speedhunters.com/2013/02/engine-porn-os-giken-tc24-b1z/ Really tempted to put off going single for a few years, and buy one of these to start working on. I'll have to get rid of my Corrado first though Oh thats just not fair engine is a work of art!!! but so expensive 2.4l, webers and an exhaust will have to do for me I like that idea, these are going up in value well worth the investment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 (edited) You'd also need a Giken close ratio box and diff. Plus some pretty special brakes and suspension to complete the setup. Mega money, but what a car that would be I think I'd take one over a Hakosuka. A decent manifold will make the stock engine sound lovely though. Just found out that Giken head is $30k. Lovely, but IMO an Autech N/A RB26 would be far better VFM. That is what Rocky auto use, and the reason why the otherwise dreary automatic Autech R32 is worth so much. Edited March 17, 2015 by j_jza80 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 I like that idea, these are going up in value well worth the investment This one caught my eye: http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/datsun/260z/datsun-260z-1975/3801726 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 You'd also need a Giken close ratio box and diff. Plus some pretty special brakes and suspension to complete the setup. Mega money, but what a car that would be I think I'd take one over a Hakosuka. A decent manifold will make the stock engine sound lovely though. Id rather save the money and have both This one caught my eye: http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/datsun/260z/datsun-260z-1975/3801726 that is rather nice, definitely looks like its worth a visit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 that is rather nice, definitely looks like its worth a visit! I think you're right about the values climbing, with the way that E-Type prices have rocketed, people are looking for similar vintage cars with similar looks. And the great thing is that compared to an E-type, they cost peanuts to run, and are technically probably a much nicer drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 I think you're right about the values climbing, with the way that E-Type prices have rocketed, people are looking for similar vintage cars with similar looks. And the great thing is that compared to an E-type, they cost peanuts to run, and are technically probably a much nicer drive. And more reliable Also consider how the classic porsche and merc prices have gone throw the roof now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 Exactly. Mercedes Pagoda prices have shot up in recent years, some 280SL Pagodas are £100k+ now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 Exactly. Mercedes Pagoda prices have shot up in recent years, some 280SL Pagodas are £100k+ now. last 2 -3 years, they have gone through the roof Both places doing work on my cars (the 240z and the escort) have pagodas in being rebuilt completely. 20-30k restore on a car that cost 15-20k and its worth over 100k. Some have gotten a good deal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 18, 2015 Author Share Posted March 18, 2015 I saw this the other day, and thought of your project... http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Nostalgic-2-Days-13-71.jpg http://www.speedhunters.com/2013/02/engine-porn-os-giken-tc24-b1z/ Really tempted to put off going single for a few years, and buy one of these to start working on. I'll have to get rid of my Corrado first though http://www.speedhunters.com/2014/03/osgiken-tc16c1/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I have a freshly built RB25 on a Garrett single turbo, steel internals, proper job looking for a home.... Apexi cams, new Tomei steel rods, new forged pistons, brand new cast HKS manifold, remote w/gate 500 + BHP Full build photo history, new oil pump, ACL bearings blah blah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 18, 2015 Author Share Posted March 18, 2015 Nice..... not for this one, but I will be looking for additional cars while in South Africa in 10 days time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitbox Junkie Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Been looking at 240/260z but must stop. Must finish the supra and get a house. Loving this build ibtrested to see the engine id lovr a 1jz gte or a 1.5jz gte with a sequential gearbox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 Engine is going to be very plain.... standard with carbs and an exhaust The worry with the that much more power is the chassis, I just dont think it can handle it. 500hp is a lot! I think I would stick to the 350z engine, strong, lightweight and V layout gives much better weight distribution. Engine also has a lot of potential when supercharged or turbocharged Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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