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08-03-2009, 07:30 PM | #136 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Well Greg, I have to blame you for this I've started on my rally car and this is my first attempt at building a set of extractors for the car, I will do a better set but after fitting it I wonder whether I should as you can't see then once fitted, also I've chucked in a photo of my safari car in colour hope you like it.
I know the 2 photos look different with the colour it's just how the light was when the photo was taken. I could go outside due to rain and the inside light was poor so the flash had to do t's best, the top photo is closest to what the body is painted. The colour is called Ocean Blue and is an Australian Export rattle can. Dingo |
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08-04-2009, 02:13 AM | #137 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Hey, thanks John, Haman, Gio and Dingo..
Gio, I'm pleased my bench is not alone then..... Dingo, exhaust looks great man, and I LOVE that blue... PM replied too mate, thanks.
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08-04-2009, 07:55 PM | #138 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Wow. This coming along even more and more amazingly with each update. I love when a detailed project snowballs into insanity, and even moreso when it comes out this well! Your brake plumbing and your scratchbuilt fuel set up is just astonishingly good. I can't wait to see more!
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08-16-2009, 12:23 AM | #139 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Thank you very much for your very kind words Willimo, you are too kind my friend..
Well, overdue update time.....man, where does the time get to..... Ok, I decided to "add" another over looked engine bay piece...the hood latch mechanism. I had to partially strip paint to do this, but the outcome has made it worthwhile.... The "metal" striker plate is cut from aluminium, it will be re-added after final paint and assembly... After re-painting. Also "bolted" the two brake servo's/blocks to the firewall and inner fender.... I then started to add some brake lines. The tiny brackets are cut from aluminium and drilled to accept small bolts to hold them.. Fuel return line also in place now... Work was carried out on the fuel pump/filters.... This is the second attempt at these...I was not happy with how the first lots of hoses looked...The ends went all weird, and looked squashed.. These are what I will go with....if I don't try to improve them some more.... Fuel pump also received some electrical wiring.... FIRST attempt.... SECOND attempt.....looks much neater I think.... Main fuel line added.... "Test" fitting the diff centre....making sure none of the plumbing gets in the way..... Finished off the brake lines today....'cept for the piece of flexible hose which will connect to each brake, once they are on... Also, in the corner....the windscreen washer bottle.... I had to add this prior to finalizing the brakes, as space confinement would of complicated the fitment.. I added my own twist to this as well...adding a scratched up pump motor, wiring (with connector block) and hose.... That's all for now guys, thank you ALL once again for being so patient and enjoying the WIP as much as I am.... cheers Greg
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08-21-2009, 04:21 AM | #140 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Outstanding thread!!! I have lost my jaw somewhere under the table. Those wheels are realy something. Is this protector consist of some hundreds pieces of styrene?
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08-21-2009, 07:48 AM | #141 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Bravo! This build is getting to the level of the Superb 7. All you need now is a bunch of machined parts and home made fire extinguishers and a can of fix-a-flat!
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08-21-2009, 12:23 PM | #142 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Wow!
Are those universal joints functional? They look like they can move. Watching your work is a joy.
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08-21-2009, 02:40 PM | #143 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Incredible details and scratchbuilding skills !!!!
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10-06-2009, 02:57 AM | #144 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
*Bump*
Any progress on this build?
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10-06-2009, 03:29 PM | #145 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Thanks for the kind "bump" AJ.
Unfortunately, progress has slowed...I was feeling run down (from real work) and haven't had too much bench time lately... I'm sure that once I receive my wheels and tyres, I'll be all fired up again. Thank you also Serioga, rsxse240, Kev and Micha.. Kev, yes..the universal joints are multiple parts and function as a real one does. They are assembled as per instruction..the detail is excellent.
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10-06-2009, 04:17 PM | #146 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Drats. I was hoping this kit came with the parts needed for the standard front end. Which is what I prefer. I suppose I will have to buy the rally kit just for the front end parts
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10-06-2009, 06:11 PM | #147 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Hey Greg,
See all that time that you have been spending on the little Z has made you forget about the big one. Does this mean that you might just give it to me after all. Also I was hopping that when you get your wheels back from your caster that you could let me know as well. I as well might be interested in a set!
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10-08-2009, 12:36 AM | #148 | ||
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Five&dime, yes...it's a shame Tamiya hasn't seen fit to do a re-issue of the ZG, combining parts from the Safari kit... would sell like hot cakes one would think... I got the Safari as well, cause I wanted the triple carb package..it will eventually be built into a showroom stock build with all the standard parts added...
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10-08-2009, 06:35 AM | #149 | |
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Re: 1/12 Datsun 240ZG
Maybe you could get some copies of the carbs and front end made????
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10-08-2009, 06:53 AM | #150 | |
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