Tamiya Nissan Fairlady 300ZX

[joeyko2000]

Got the 350Z done, I am ready to get back to this old project that i have actually started a year back~

[MidMazar]

I'm really digging that front end. Looking forward to seeing this one done joeyko. White would look good on it, what are the wheel choices for this beauty?

[willimo]

Great work on some almost subtle changes. Really brings the front of that car up to the modern pace.

[joeyko2000]

thanks bro MidMazar,willimo~~
i am actually referencing the rela stuffs here: http://gyusyabu.ddo.jp/isyabu.html
i have found this web site a year back and actually look at those pics in details. it looks like this is a perfect reference for a mod~ haha

but i am still wondering if i woudl have the small rear wing or the large carbon fibre wing....
what would you guys think?

[energon]

How about wingless!! Looks great so far!

[willimo]

I wouldn't add a wing at-all honestly. But if you want my opinion between those, the smaller one is way sleeker for the sexy win.

[joeyko2000]

Originally Posted by energon

How about wingless!! Looks great so far!

Originally Posted by willimo

I wouldn't add a wing at-all honestly. But if you want my opinion between those, the smaller one is way sleeker for the sexy win.

Wingless is another option for me too.
But i saw another wingless Z32 earlier somewhere and i dont think i like the plainness of the rear end much~hehe~~~

Anyway, I think i will try to make a little trick at the backside, so that i can actually switch between the wings or even turn it wingless too~
my plan is still rough. let's when the wings are actually done.

and here is the latest pic with the modified side skirt and a better pic of the completed end



the tail light needs to be fixed too.
but i think it will be relatively easy~

[675datsun]

How did you make that J-spec front end!???
Can't wait to see what you do with the Z

[NOMADGAMER]

it originally came with a clear hood?

do you have the kit #?

[joeyko2000]

Originally Posted by 675datsun

How did you make that J-spec front end!???
Can't wait to see what you do with the Z

basically i just chopped lips out and shaped the new face with plasitc sheets.
after the structure is ready, i put a little AB putty over the edge for the sanding work.
i like to do it with more plasic sheet than putty, so that the sanding and re-shaping work can be greatly reduced.

[joeyko2000]

Originally Posted by NOMADGAMER

it originally came with a clear hood?

do you have the kit #?

yes, it comes with the clear hook.
check this out. it should be available anywhere ~
http://www.hlj.com/product/TAM24087

[joeyko2000]

Tamiya's rear wing set~

another height setting, but i guess the slightly lower setting will be the best fit.


the rear light is fixed and marks are ready to put on the bullets~


i am planning when the wing is removed, screws will be replacing the bullets~~ i have some + and - screws on hand and other round-headed pins too. do you guys have any suggestions over the options?


here are a snap of what i had done so far.....

[winstonm3bmw]

What is the color you are going to apply??

[joeyko2000]

[joeyko2000]

Got the hook done~ it's really fun to handle the mod on the hook~
but still, i dont think this is 100% following the way real stuffs does....
anyway, paint will be put on soon