Zup Posted April 17, 2019 Share #397 Posted April 17, 2019 32 minutes ago, motorman7 said: Will have to order that part then and shelve my pretty re-creation. http://www.zzxdatsun.com/catWiring.php You would have found it Rich, but thought I'd give you a link to it. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573516 Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted April 17, 2019 Author Share #398 Posted April 17, 2019 37 minutes ago, Zup said: http://www.zzxdatsun.com/catWiring.php You would have found it Rich, but thought I'd give you a link to it. Thanks...and will check out some of their other parts. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573519 Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted April 19, 2019 Author Share #399 Posted April 19, 2019 Started a little upholstery work. Funny thing is that I actually enjoyed it. Never thought I would say that about upholstery. Of course, I only did the easy stuff today. Got the two bottom seat cushions done. Also got the headliner in and the window frame foam. Working with White, so need to keep the hands very clean. Seat cushion base was just $15 to powdercoat.....such a deal. 1 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Beck Posted April 19, 2019 Share #400 Posted April 19, 2019 (edited) Just an FYI - follow-up on Fusible Wire Lengths. The Rule of Thumb is that you use a Fusible Wire that is 4 gauges smaller than the wiring you want to protect. So if your wiring is 14GA you would use an 18GA Fusible Wire link. Fusible Wires Lengths are Color Coded. Good tips on Fusible Links on the AutoZone Web Page. Note the function of the insulation on them. https://www.autozone.com/repairguides/Circuit-Protection/Fusible-Link/_/P-0900c1528026a7fd Edited April 19, 2019 by Carl Beck 2 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573633 Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted April 19, 2019 Author Share #401 Posted April 19, 2019 5 hours ago, Carl Beck said: Just an FYI - follow-up on Fusible Wire Lengths. The Rule of Thumb is that you use a Fusible Wire that is 4 gauges smaller than the wiring you want to protect. So if your wiring is 14GA you would use an 18GA Fusible Wire link. Fusible Wires Lengths are Color Coded. Good tips on Fusible Links on the AutoZone Web Page. Note the function of the insulation on them. https://www.autozone.com/repairguides/Circuit-Protection/Fusible-Link/_/P-0900c1528026a7fd Thanks Carl, great information. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573668 Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted April 22, 2019 Author Share #402 Posted April 22, 2019 Got the new starter in and put on the rear bumper. Rear over riders are just on loosely for now. Can't remember if @jayhawk gave me the over rider rubber for the front or back, so will need to check through my boxes. Got the vinyl on around the window frame along with the door weatherstripping on both sides, so should have the windshield in by next weekend. Also started cleaning up the fuel tank. 2 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573900 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patcon Posted April 22, 2019 Share #403 Posted April 22, 2019 Getting close! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573913 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmorales-bello Posted April 22, 2019 Share #404 Posted April 22, 2019 Looks amazing. Very nice work. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted April 22, 2019 Author Share #405 Posted April 22, 2019 8 hours ago, Patcon said: Getting close! Yes, it's actually getting pretty exciting here. It would definitely look more complete with the fenders and hood, but I prefer to put those on last. They just kind of get in the way. I should be able to get the exhaust manifold ceramic coated this week, then I will get back to the engine work. I am hoping to have it running in early May. My wife will be gone for the first weekend in May so should be able to get a lot done at that time. Also, we are looking at bringing it out to ZCON in Branson. That should be fun. 1 hour ago, dmorales-bello said: Looks amazing. Very nice work. Thanks, looks even better in person. My camera is sub-par. 2 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-573969 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zup Posted April 23, 2019 Share #406 Posted April 23, 2019 7 hours ago, motorman7 said: we are looking at bringing it out to ZCON in Branson. That should be fun. Sounds great! Come on back here to the Ozarks! This will be the largest assemblage of Scarabs ever to gather in one spot for a Zcon. This may also be the largest assemblage of flat top carbed Z'z ever to gather in one spot for a Zcon! July isn't that far off and would really like to see you again Rich, meet and greet Bob and this beautifully restored 73 Z!!! 1 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-574010 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z73 Posted April 23, 2019 Share #407 Posted April 23, 2019 An absolute beautiful job. Rich are you and Bob planning on taking the car to any Concours shows in CA? I won't have a chance if you do!? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-574013 Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share #408 Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) 14 hours ago, Zup said: Sounds great! Come on back here to the Ozarks! This will be the largest assemblage of Scarabs ever to gather in one spot for a Zcon. This may also be the largest assemblage of flat top carbed Z'z ever to gather in one spot for a Zcon! July isn't that far off and would really like to see you again Rich, meet and greet Bob and this beautifully restored 73 Z!!! Yes, @jayhawkand I will both be out there. We are looking forward to the event and seeing you and others from the classiczcars site. Currently we are looking for an enclosed trailer to use to bring it out. And yes, I wonder how many flat tops will be there. We may start a craze! Edited April 23, 2019 by motorman7 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/60309-were-bringin-back-the-flat-tops/?page=34#findComment-574054 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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