February 27, 201312 yr comment_416341 If you are thinking of going over to the 240z bumpers. My choice would be option 5. I toyed with the idea of fitting the 240z valences but it was a lot of work to get them to fit.Easiest mod it to remove the 280z valences and center panel, fit 240z bumper and 240z airdam with the 240z turn signals. Then its just deciding what to do with the 280z turnsignals and grill.http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/body-paint-s30/48611-fitting-240z-bumpers-valences-280z.htmlTamo3 also has a thread on fitting the 240z airdam Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-416341 Share on other sites More sharing options...
February 27, 201312 yr comment_416352 Nice to see you got it on the road again ! Maybe a DIY paintjob in the future? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-416352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
February 27, 201312 yr Author comment_416403 Nice to see you got it on the road again ! Maybe a DIY paintjob in the future? It's nothing special really. You can see the sanding scratches and cracks from when the filler primer was absorbed into the rust primer underneath it from several spots and angles. haha I would've bought some finer grade sand paper and smoothed it out somewhere, but meh.. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-416403 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 1, 201312 yr Author comment_416537 So... problems. I can't figure out how the quick release is suppose to latch onto the hub adapter.. and it's pissing me off! :mad: Quick release Hub adapter Steering wheel with a nifty horn button There is a ring for the hub adapter btw.. but I'm assuming it's for when you don't have a quick release. So I'm asking in hopes for useful knowledge... HOW does the quick release attach to the hub adapter? I have a feeling this quick release won't work for it or something.. :ohgeez: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-416537 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 18, 201312 yr Author comment_418235 Update!So after my little brother got managed to get himself into a car accident (everyone is just fine thank god) the Expedition is now out of order.. which means we need another car... which means there's now a flame has started under my arse to get the Z road worthy ASAP.So today I went to the dmv and paid the transfer & tag fees, after that I took it straight to the alignment shop.. boy was that a buzz kill. Here are the wacky specs, I'll only be putting those to cut to the chase.Driver's front wheel:Camber= -1.8Passenger's front wheel:Camber= +2.2Managed to adjust the toe near 0, caster wasn't adjustable. The rear wheels have no adjustment, but the driver's rear seems to have some toe in and the passenger some toe out.. So as of right now I'm at a crossroad.. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418235 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 18, 201312 yr comment_418239 The front-right wheel looks like it still has excessive positive camber. I suspect either frame or strut tower misalignment. It would be wise to measure things up and make sure your chassis is straight before spending money elsewhere.As I mentioned earlier, to only get shrugged off... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418239 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 19, 201312 yr Author comment_418283 It didn't get shrugged off.. I was just hoping for the best, trying to be optimistic. haha Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418283 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 19, 201312 yr comment_418329 So... do you plan to take some measurements on the chassis then? Take it to a shop that can do it for you? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418329 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 19, 201312 yr comment_418340 The crash did more to the chassis then you can see Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 19, 201312 yr Author comment_418344 So... do you plan to take some measurements on the chassis then? Take it to a shop that can do it for you? This has always been a priority actually, although it did come sooner than expected. But first, I need to get the factory specs... does anyone know where I can get them from? Edit: Nevermind, found them in the FSM! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418344 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 20, 201312 yr Author comment_418458 Update!Went in for a smog check yesterday, needles to say, it passed with flying colors. So after te excitement, I finally installed the ubber-cool aftermarket steering wheel... which I don't have pictures of atm. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418458 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 20, 201312 yr comment_418467 very inspirational thread. LA? I'm in Altadena. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/45374-homeboyxs-280z-thread/?&page=6#findComment-418467 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Create an account or sign in to comment