I was asked by my peers to start a build thread in order to avoid any problems with my design ideas being used by others if it does occur, so
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09-29-2010, 07:14 PM | #1 (permalink) |
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Tazma61's Build Thread
I was asked by my peers to start a build thread in order to avoid any problems with my design ideas being used by others if it does occur, so here it goes.
Plan: Build a non-widebody 370Z that looks like a widebody. Design and build a body kit with minimal damage to non-replaceable parts to avoid loss of resale value, yet creating something that would catch the attention of others as being unique. See if available aftermarket parts can be used and improved. Problem: How is that possible? Aftermarket parts did not meet the design criteria. Like using oem parts, but they are expensive. Time is an issue, since I will be doing all the work myself. Solution: Perspectives! The whole point of making something look wider is to shorten it's height. With the help of ray from The NISMO Shop of West Covina, I was able to acquire OEM parts at a discounted price. Everything else had to be build from scratch. I will update with pictures soon, but I'm still in the process of wrapping the car, so things will happen fast, but should be worth the wait... This is what the car looked like in the beginning: The car has Swift prototype springs, Nismo wheels, and a Stillen Body Kit Last edited by tazma61; 10-26-2010 at 06:40 PM. |
09-30-2010, 08:03 PM | #3 (permalink) |
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I think he has removed the Stillen body parts and is going to a Nismo body kit. But I agree, that car is very clean and is very near to perfection between the Stillen bumper, sides, and Nismo wheels.
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Update: Buddy Club is making coilovers for our cars, and I will be sponsored by them along with Swift springs for the set up... that is if they can get it over here on time.. LOL
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10-01-2010, 10:12 PM | #7 (permalink) |
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when you say wrapping the car, you mean you are vinyl wrapping it? matte black? in for pics.
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10-23-2010, 04:29 PM | #10 (permalink) |
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Finally an update with the vinyl wrap almost finished... teaser...
None of the parts are on the car yet, so I'll post in a couple days when things are complete with better pictures... |
10-23-2010, 04:32 PM | #11 (permalink) |
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The car has the SEIBON hood with the ducts molded in... I'm thinking about covering the whole hood... any suggestions?
The red line will also be on the hood that will match the red on the roof... The top of the sideskirt will also have red and the handle is going back to silver to match the wheels that will be on the car... Last edited by tazma61; 10-23-2010 at 04:45 PM. |
10-23-2010, 09:00 PM | #15 (permalink) |
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That looks great, and I am not normally a fan of flat black on cars. Why didn't you wrap the fang area?
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