chris240 Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 On 9/26/2018 at 11:29 AM, PeterAllen said: So Jeff, when is the big unveiling BBQ? Hint, hint. Sounds like an ideal arrangement for a Springtime run by Sydney and Canberra owners. Agreeee ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris240 Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Hey Brucey Lightmaster , did you send the Led light for Jeffs bench ? If so, your a legend... HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmaster240z Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 Haha that me . Only happy to help out . They are great litter lights . HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted September 29, 2018 Author Share Posted September 29, 2018 Just now, Lightmaster240z said: Haha that me . Only happy to help out . They are great litter lights . Thanks again, Bruce. The perfect light for that bench. If I didn't know you had a lighting shop I would have guessed you were a doctor by your hand writing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmaster240z Posted September 29, 2018 Share Posted September 29, 2018 That been said before . Dr lightmaster sound good to me PB260Z and HomeBuiltByJeff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted October 5, 2018 Author Share Posted October 5, 2018 (edited) This week I start the final run toward paint on Project 680 Edited October 5, 2018 by gav240z Fixed embedded video Enzo, RAP260 and lightmaster240z 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 It has been a whole lot more work than I had hoped, but I finally have the car in paint. RAP260 and Enzo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cozza Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Congrats Jeff, you’ve put the hard yards in and it’s come up looking great. It’s a real credit to you. looking forward to the unveiling bbq HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 Wow the paint looks great in the sun! This week I unmask the car, and do something with those nasty mirrors. JDM-TOY and Enzo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted October 20, 2018 Administrators Share Posted October 20, 2018 Good to see it painted Jeff. HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterAllen Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 (edited) Looking good. Edited October 26, 2018 by PeterAllen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDM-TOY Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Finally painted, looks awesome Jeff. Good stuff mate HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riceburner Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Fantastic Jeff HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PB260Z Posted October 22, 2018 Moderators Share Posted October 22, 2018 Hi Jeff The Z is looking awesome - well done. Cheers PB HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted October 24, 2018 Author Share Posted October 24, 2018 Today's task was to paint the rest of the parts for the 680, but it didn't exactly go to plan.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Now most of the painting is done, I realised I didn't know what I needed to to next so it was time to formulate a plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Hi Jeff, Coming together nicely. Throw your notepad away and put a large white board on the wall. Separate the job into sections and finish a section at a time before moving on to the next one. Cross them off as you complete them. Also, as and incentive, the white board will be the first thing you see when entering the workshop and this will be a reminder of the next job to complete. Don't even consider installing the engine till all the engine bay fittings are in place. (electrics, fuel lines, brake lines, master cylinders, brake boosters, etc.). Keep up the good work. David (Enzo) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted October 30, 2018 Author Share Posted October 30, 2018 Today I started to replace the wiring in the car and getting it ready for the engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted November 2, 2018 Author Share Posted November 2, 2018 I finally finished painting all of the parts for my 240z. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share Posted November 20, 2018 (edited) The factory plastic trim pieces for my 240z are all cracked and broken, so this week I repaired them and covered them in alcantara. Edited November 20, 2018 by HomeBuiltByJeff PeterAllen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBR Jeff Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 I do like the Alcantar, I’m planing a simmilar approach to what you have taken. The dark grey (it looks to be charcoal?) blue colour combo will be very posh. Did you get the fabric from fabtex? eBay? If you mention this in the video I missed it, sorry. The alternative product you are using is it “Auto Suede”? Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeBuiltByJeff Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share Posted November 20, 2018 1 hour ago, CBR Jeff said: I do like the Alcantar, I’m planing a simmilar approach to what you have taken. The dark grey (it looks to be charcoal?) blue colour combo will be very posh. Did you get the fabric from fabtex? eBay? If you mention this in the video I missed it, sorry. The alternative product you are using is it “Auto Suede”? Jeff I talk about it in the headliner video, but basically Alcantara is the brand name of a type of Micro Suede. Micro Suede is what you are looking for. I got mine from a big Motor Trimming supplier in Sydney, Daleys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBR Jeff Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 (edited) Thanks Jeff There are quite a few options for the Alcantara “copy” product. I was looking at the Auto Suede brand and was wondering what one you decided to use. I assume they are all very similar? I’ll look up Daleys and check them out. I have also been looking at getting a few things flocked. We have used Napean Flock a few times for dashboards in race and rally cars, with pleasing results. Jeff Edited November 20, 2018 by CBR Jeff HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterAllen Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 (edited) Jeff. I liked the idea of using foil covered cardboard which basically removes the need for a release agent. Another option, if you can find an object shaped to match your need, is to wrap the backing object in a 'Glad Wrap'-type material. It can save using too much bog and associated sanding time. Also, 'Plasticine' is handy as a backing source on smaller areas, it can shaped to the near exact profile and doesn't stick to the new fibreglass. Note: A crucial phase with the first technique is to wash the object after use and return it to the kitchen before your other-half questions its disappearance! Edited November 21, 2018 by PeterAllen HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBR Jeff Posted November 20, 2018 Share Posted November 20, 2018 (edited) For what it’s worth. I think the process of wrapping the Datsun plastic component is a good one as the added material gives the old bits much needed strength and durability and will probably allow them to be removed and cleaned without complete failure in the future. We use a aluminium foil tape at work that is about 0.1 mm thick and very workable. I’m planing on putting a strip or layer of this on the back side of some of the panes to give more strength and some insulation factor. 27 minutes ago, PeterAllen said: Note: A crucial phase with this technique is to wash the object after use and return it to the kitchen before your other-half questions its disappearance! Yep 100%. You are a wise man Peter. Jeff Edited November 21, 2018 by CBR Jeff HomeBuiltByJeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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