oldmates260z Posted May 27, 2015 Posted May 27, 2015 So now we are on Facebook ..... But a good idea. Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted May 27, 2015 Administrators Posted May 27, 2015 So now we are on Facebook ..... But a good idea. Yeah but without the narcissism and selfies. Quote
MaygZ Posted May 30, 2015 Posted May 30, 2015 Coming soon to a forum near you! We could have a system whereby we could score people for good and bad. Perhaps we could call it 'karma'. ;D ;D Great work Dave. Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted May 31, 2015 Moderators Posted May 31, 2015 We could have a system whereby we could score people for good and bad. Perhaps we could call it 'karma'. ;D ;D Great work Dave. I noticed that the screen shot showed "warning points" Interesting territory to head into ? Quote
reverendzed Posted June 6, 2015 Author Posted June 6, 2015 Update on interior: Got passenger seat finished and have started with interior. I'd plastic welded the multiple cracks in the rear garnishes, then upholstered it in the pressed vinyl - with plenty of heat and high tack spray glue it turned out amazing. Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 6, 2015 Administrators Posted June 6, 2015 I like the pressed vinyl on the 1/4 plastic. Looks OEM. I actually prefer the flatter pressed vinyl over the more padded look on the strut towers. Interior should look good when it is back together. Quote
reverendzed Posted June 8, 2015 Author Posted June 8, 2015 Got some more done today thank you to the Queen! Happy Birthday! Quote
KatoKid Posted June 9, 2015 Posted June 9, 2015 I picked up my pressed vinyl kit from Dave on Sunday and can attest to how good this looks in the flesh Quote
reverendzed Posted June 13, 2015 Author Posted June 13, 2015 After enough hassle of poorly fitting carpet I decided to make a fresh template and do my own - Took some time but fits better than anything I could get off the shelf! going to do the same with the fronts. Also removed the dash and have begun to do my own resto. I've taken all the cracks as deep as possible, ready to be filled. I'd sanded the top passenger side and played with some application techniques to see what the finish might look like - pretty pleased with the outcome. Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 13, 2015 Administrators Posted June 13, 2015 Hey Dave, What are you using on the dashboard to fill the cracks? Expanding foam? I guess you're using truck bed liner spray or that SEM textured finish for the top? I should experiment with this also. Quote
reverendzed Posted June 13, 2015 Author Posted June 13, 2015 I'm still considering what I'll use Gav - I'm a bit worried about the expandafoam and wondered if I shouldn't just use Resin or Sikalex to fill the cracks. It wasn't a huge pain to pull it out so if I trial this and it lasts me a couple of years, it's still worth a go. Quote
reverendzed Posted June 13, 2015 Author Posted June 13, 2015 Is this for sale yet? The Poms keep emailing me! Quote
C.A.R. Posted June 13, 2015 Posted June 13, 2015 The Poms keep emailing me! I'm not surprised! I see you're already looking for a new project! http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/blackburn/cars-vans-utes/1970-datsun-260z/1066523510 Quote
reverendzed Posted June 13, 2015 Author Posted June 13, 2015 an additional project - there's a difference! another doesn't mean forfeiting the other! Quote
reverendzed Posted June 22, 2015 Author Posted June 22, 2015 Update on the DIY dash resto! After carving out the cracks and excavating under the surrounding vinyl or the cracks I filled with 'expandafoam'. Once that had set I then cut down around 1.5cm to give sufficient depth to the bumper filler that I used as the solid substrate. I built this up and sanded between layers to check height and adhesion. I ended up putting a skim coat over the major affected areas and sanded it all to shape. I was still concerned that the rest of the vinyl was easy to crack just by pressing my finer into - not wanting to fibreglass I had this crazy idea of sanding (for adhesion) and them applying POR-15. POR-15 sets rock hard so I applied 4 coats, sanding every 2 coats. After the last coat I sanded for a nice flat finish and then applied Texture bumper paint which has given me a light sheen textured finish without the 'high gloss' - pretty happy with the outcome - total cost $55.00!! Quote
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 22, 2015 Moderators Posted June 22, 2015 Hi Dave That looks pretty darn good, and for only $55 - sensational result Quote
Moderators Zedman240® Posted June 23, 2015 Moderators Posted June 23, 2015 Hi Dave That looks pretty darn good, and for only $55 - sensational result Couldn't have said it any better! Well done Rev! Quote
Gordo Posted June 23, 2015 Posted June 23, 2015 Well done Rev. Any dashboard work is very time consuming . Many hours there mate. Just goes to show if you have the passion you can achieve greatness. What's next? Quote
reverendzed Posted July 4, 2015 Author Posted July 4, 2015 A bit more of the interior nailed and made my own carpets. At least these fit! Quote
Stivva Posted July 5, 2015 Posted July 5, 2015 Wow, I am loving the interior progress in this car! Quote
chris240 Posted July 5, 2015 Posted July 5, 2015 looking sweet Dave. BTW if anyone is looking to do something similar with seats, try picking up leather seats from a 1999-2005 alfa 156. The quality in these seats is superb and you can pick them up for a reasonable price. The leather and quality of stitching in the 156 alfa seats is second to none. Quote
reverendzed Posted October 19, 2015 Author Posted October 19, 2015 (edited) Slowly beginning the reassemble! Got the front spoiler painted, front bumper on, dash back in, cleaned up the aircleaner and painted - now need to try and reconnect he heater box, dash loom and shocks to be installed...and probably lots of little things! - Anyone that's good with wiring is welcome to come and have a beer and give me a hand! Edited October 19, 2015 by reverendzed gav240z and Gordo 2 Quote
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