PeterAllen

Let me see if I've got this correct. You're just about to become a parent and you have bought a motorbike...

I'm just prep-ing and painting the front anti-roll bar (ARB) prior to fitting - 9 years after I removed it! The bar appears to be an OEM standard at 18mm dia. Is this okay for old fart touring or is a larger dia bar a necessary upgrade for even this activity? The sizes mentioned above seem quite extraordinary considering multiplying factor dia increases have.

Five laps at best. If it rains, he and Ant will up near the front but Miller will fall and bring West down. Damian will score points.

Zero... It was not my intention to cater for those wanting an OEM structured vehicle. This is purely a standard panel fix for those who no longer wish to have a sunroof. There would be 20x the effort required in creating a complete roof and 20x times the cost. There will not be that much variation in the opening size and position as a relatively flat area is needed to accommodate the flat design of a sunroof. I will be rolling a sheet the complete size of the flat-ish area of the roof. We will lay that in position and then mark out the exact position of the opening on RAZed's roof. I'll then swage the edge and trim to size. As no one else seems interested I just go ahead and make one for 'RaZed'.

That might be okay for old Yank cars made out of armourplate but I'm not so sure it would be appropriate on an S30.

Congratulations, that's pretty impressive stuff. I'm guessing you cut the panel to the exact size of the opening or fractionally larger and butt welded it in place. Is that correct? I'm proposing to create a step (joggle) around the perimeter of the panel for a lap join. (see image, but it is upside down to what I propose)

If I were to run ribs, contoured to the OEM roof, which extended beyond the perimeter to the more curved section of the roof (front to back) do you think that might address the issue? Thanks. Also, might the situation have been improved if a prop was used inside the car to push the roof 'up' until the glue was set or while welding was carried out? Thanks for the input, I'm just trying to brainstorm with this post.

Just so there is no confusion over Gavin's use of the term "temporary". I'm sure he has meant it to imply a sound "alternative" solution until such time as he can fit a one-piece roof befitting the OEM-level restoration of an S30. The panel I am proposing is structurally sound and the swagged edge probably creates more strength than an OEM roof.

I am working with 'RaZed' to develop a panel which can be fitted in the space left by the removal of a sunroof and thus restore the original roof appearance. The design and technique may depend somewhat on the number of panels made so without any commitment or obligation by any parties could members indicate if they would be interested in such an item. The panels will be custom made to suit individual vehicles. Panels may be attached via panel glue, spot welding or tack welds. Fitting instruction for each technique included. Estimate $250-$275 supply only. Any interest?

Like this one! NOT FOR SALE. (but the dog is!) Yay... 1000 posts.

Japanese GP. Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr... That's it for me.

Just in case you don't know, it's illegal to sell children in this country!

George, as you are probably aware, I had the same components zinc plated with the silver finish. I'd have to say I think they are a bit too bright for a genuine resto, however, I'm happy because I just wanted them cleaned up. As I understand it the yellow zinc passivating is trying to recreate the original cadmium finish and the silver passivating is recreating what was called galvanising. I'm not really across much of this but there are various methods of galvanising. http://www.azom.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=2629 The specialist plater you use would be the best to ask on what method will best give you the desired OEM finish. Too bright for OEM finish in my opinion. Sorry, I cant help specifically with the OEM finishes but I'm confident the hinges, both hatch and doors, were painted over raw cast steel.

Mick, didn't they originally run the milkbar but have now moved into property development?

This appears to be a classic case highlighting my concern with buying a built GTO verses building one yourself. The rust here would probably have been obvious to an experienced eye but the buyer apparently wasn’t aware. This will end in tears. Pity, as it appears it was once quite a good car. http://forums.hybridz.org/topic/123368-1978-datsun-260z-or-ferrari-250-gto/ NB. Ignore the ill informed 280/240-260 door discussions

Scott. I'm not sure if you have actually driven it as yet but as someone who has, only in the last few weeks, got to drive an LSx powered Zed let me assure you that you have only experienced half the joy of your wonderful creation.

http://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/video/511633475770/the-classic-car-show At the 33:20 mark.

Gee, how frustrating it is to watch Miller. Half superstar, but half flamin' idiot. In the British GP last night he looked a real probability for a podium but then came the familiar brain fail.

This concept may not fit your business plan. When I have the GTO finished (?) we're planning on doing plenty on 3-5 day trips out of Sydney, Canberra is a likely destination 2-3 times a year for various exhibitions, etc. Like other destinations I'm a little anxious about vandalism, etc, if the car is left at a motel or parked in a street for any period of time. Would you consider overnight or short-term stays? How far is your facility from the CBD? What might a taxi fare be to the CBD? Thanks.

Tell him he's dreamin'.

This mob list 'em. http://www.polytuff.com.au/# Remember they are different lengths.

As a general rule of thumb, you can buy cars at The Throttle Shop at 3/4 their asking price, and, if they eventually go to auction they fetch about 1/2.

Yes, and I'd feel sorry for 'em if they weren't, generally speaking, such narcissistic, self-indulgent, materialistic little ****s.

Peter, I've got these off my 240Z if they are of any use?

I was wondering why it was a bit sluggish. It runs better now.