Guest Snoozin Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Bit of the old shiny shiny Shiny Cam Cover 2 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr Shiny Cam Cover 1 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr Holy shit I just posted cellphone photos also. Kill me now. Anyway in other news, hit the car again on the weekend, had the sump off, changed gasket, installed timing gear etc and cleaned up various gasket surfaces. The radiator is off at the radiator man having a new core installed - it appeared to be working ok, but it is falling apart and 40 years old so figured prevention is better than cure, and have bitten the bullet to recondition it. On the flipside that too, will look nice and fresh in the bay. Otherwise, it's just scrubbing to do until the head comes back, and the head studs get here. Should look the part in there come Nats weekend! NEW PAGE FOR RYAN FELS! LIKE THIS! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snoozin Posted March 30, 2013 Share Posted March 30, 2013 So some productive productivity occured on this old thing today. Rolled out to Shannons workshop around 2pm to get cracking on the reassembly with Craig (vegie) rocking up shortly after to provide a knowledgable pair of L series savvy hands. In addition to the parts specified above, I also ended up with essentially a new radiator (complete recore courtesy of North Shore Radiators) various seals and gaskets, and a brand spankers set of ARP head studs from the kind folk at Pro Parts in Napier (hit up Craig there for sweet deals and AMAZING service). Step one was to scrape the old gasket from the block, as seen here with the ARP studs installed shortly after, to hand tight spec as per instructions. 2013-03-30 16.25.36 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 2013-03-30 16.26.13 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr Those with eagle eyes will notice the front cover installed, which incidentally has been all cleaned up (not polished ) and the new waterpump in place. 2013-03-30 16.36.49 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr The head, recipient of a complete recondition by the folks at Taylor Automotive - not the cheapest option but provided a written quote, stuck to it, and also pretty decent service. This head ended up with new seats, new stem seals and guides, as well as the usual clean, skim and pressure test. Apparently the valve springs were a bit soft - to be fair, this isn't a race motor so we'll be fine. 2013-03-30 17.25.14 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr The head in place, timing chain gear reinstalled and timed up correctly. 2013-03-30 21.04.43 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr This is the last shot I got - since then, the radiator has gone in, leads, dizzy cap and everything else installed and connected - about midnight we turned the key to see if it would bring up oil pressure.... oh no! The tell tale red light failed to cease illumination after several cranks. In the end, the call was made to pull the oil pump out (and the dizzy as they share the same drive) and prime it. With a further few cranks, the light went out. Following reconnection of the coil, the car cranked and started as per usual. Success! At this point I haven't got water in it, one of the small old braided hoses has cried enough so if anyone knows of a hose that reduces from 3/4" to 1/2" I am all ears as this is what I need. Otherwise, happy. Apologies for the super sub par images. At this point I must extend my sincere thanks to both Shannon and Vegie for their help, I'd be fucked without you jokers. Hope to be rolling on Monday Bring on Nats. Edit: also bought some new wheels. Again. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snoozin Posted April 16, 2013 Share Posted April 16, 2013 Everything turned out superb, the car travelled 978 miles across the course of the Nats weekend, that's 1573 of your metric kilometres, without a hiccup. Some minor leaking from the thermostat housing but nothing to be overly concerned about. The clearances need doing again, I guess they've now accustomed themselves to their new seats so a final adjustment and they ought to be a little quieter. Here's how the car looked at Nats - big thankyou to Alistair for his detailing services, helping the old oxidised paint look fresh again! Super happy with the appearance for now. IMG_7185 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr So where to next? Grasskhana has convinced me I need a manual conversion, and discussion with tenfive about the conversion hasn't done any favours... so keen infact that one day after Nats I have a 5 speed sorted out. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted June 2, 2013 Author Share Posted June 2, 2013 So yeah, after an 1100km round trip, I now own a second of these fine automobiles. IMG_8414 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_8408 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_8404 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr Thanks go out to dad, for finding it for me, Chris for the trailer hire, sheepers for being a passenger and the Wellington and Palmy crew for turning up to the Otaki lunch meet! Plans? Well, it's a parts car. Bit o' rust going on in the old girl, however the plates are still live! Has a good motor, diff, bumpers are ok, guards are useful if I ever get involved in a prang, tail lights, headlights, lots of little clips, brackets, etc etc... and it has the ultra BEST aftermarket rev counter I have ever seen! Cheap score with lots of use. More photos to come! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 So with the help of my good friend Mr. George Esprit, the new old Datsun was wheeled into his cavernous garage and the disassembly process begun! First though, some shots of mine next to the standard 260C for a bit of ride height comparison. IMG_8418 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_8420 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_8416 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_8450 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 So far, I've turned it into this many parts. IMG_8466 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoozin Posted July 13, 2013 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 13, 2013 So, I bid adieu to the parts Cedric. Had a truck booked to pick it up, truck didn't show up on time. It happened to be inorganic week. Some scavenger type stopped on the roadside and couldn't believe his luck when I told him he could have the shell. I bet he shouted a round down at the tavern that night. Last I saw of it was them trying to flat tow a rolling body that had no steering or brakes.... In other news I have a swag of parts for this I should really get around to taking a few photos of prior to the next stage of the build. Carbs, manual stuff, soon to have headers as well. 4 door 260Z. In the meantime I've been driving it every weekend, including yesterday where the car was employed for wedding duties by forum user "Spooch" and thankfully it didn't break down. Success. Great light on the drive home meant it would have been rude of me not to stop and snap some picturesque photos. As below. IMG_0654 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_0661 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 18 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoozin Posted August 29, 2013 Author Popular Post Share Posted August 29, 2013 This has now got a 5 speed in it, with a clutch and all those nice things. 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoozin Posted October 15, 2013 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 15, 2013 Just a few photos of the car being 5 speed, and also of the steerer and shifter. Although you can't much see that. But nevermind. IMG_7526 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_7532 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_7605 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_7638 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_7589 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 Untitled by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr These arrived today from the homeland, Japanese market Cedric tail lights. Note blinkers in the center of the cluster vs the outside on the export cars. These will be a stand in item until I go to a full red tail light like the flash spec cars. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted October 25, 2013 Author Share Posted October 25, 2013 Really weak "update" but used this a tow hack to get the KP down to the painters for some work. OMG yeah that's right, I still have that car. Untitled by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr Untitled by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr I think I need air shocks if I'm to do any more of this carry on. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted November 3, 2013 Author Share Posted November 3, 2013 IMG_7165 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr There's a tail light, all fitted up. Cool 1 nice. Some other neat parts have just arrived from Japan too. Updates to follow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 Emblems! While I'm not a strict fan of Re badging as such, given this car is a fair dinkum Japanese assembled example I'm going to justify it to myself... Untitled by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted November 26, 2013 Author Share Posted November 26, 2013 I've gone a bit bonkers buying wheels for this car. Anyway, the first 2 sets to arrive and undergo a restoration as below: IMG_5145 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 14x6.5 Work Equip 02 5 stud, quite uncommon but need a fair bit of work to bring back to their OG glory. IMG_5092 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr The second consist of the 7" pair from a set I bought off thminiman, coupled with a 6.5" pair I recently got in from Japan. Not quite as much work but still some grot on them that will need addressing. Two more sets currently in Japan, just awaiting the next container delivery! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoozin Posted December 17, 2013 Author Popular Post Share Posted December 17, 2013 Crappy mood after a particularly stressful day lead to me heading out this evening for a session of taking photos and clearing my head. Here's some results at a new location. IMG_7077 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr New tail lamps in full effect! IMG_7145 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr And a first up attempt at light painting. Not perfect but I'll get it nailed if I keep at it. IMG_7206 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoozin Posted February 21, 2014 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 21, 2014 IMG_9048 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr Latest. 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted April 6, 2014 Author Share Posted April 6, 2014 I added the above wheels then went hooning about the South Island. Totalled 5955km. Loads more. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted April 6, 2014 Author Share Posted April 6, 2014 I also found this near Koputaroa, so naturally I negotiated purchase of it. Many rare parts contained within! At some point I'll drive down and retrieve it. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoozin Posted April 10, 2014 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 10, 2014 I also took the car back to the town it was first registered in: Tokanui is miles away from anywhere, btw. 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozin Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 F5's. Opportunist shots on the way to the airport: IMG_3354 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_3401 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_3407 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_3412 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr IMG_3420 by SnoozinRichy, on Flickr 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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