Hi folks, I have added some new pics to my photobucket page of my winter engine project. I have refreshed/replaced alot of parts and while I wait to order more stuff, (just need more $$) I thought I would do a pre-assembly assembly. I am happy with the look so far. Nothing has been torqued down as of yet, just couldn't wait to see it together....

http://s357.photobucket.com/albums/oo16/mikes73z/

Mike

Magic of a rattle can, what color are you planning for the body, the original?

Chris

Nice job! Looks very nice.

What did you do to the aluminum, media blast? Any after coat?

Yeah, love the dupli-color. I re-did a 69 mustang a couple years ago and loved the blue engine paint so I carried it over to the Z. The aluminum parts were bead blasted and if the finish was OK I just clearcoated them. If it wasn't I used Aluminum engine paint and clear. Being on an island the salt air really does a number on the aluminum so all parts will have a high temp clear-coat. Still leaning towards a white for final color. It was the color of my first Z in 76. I think this motor will look good in a gleaming white engine bay. Just my personal opinion.

Mike