1:12 Tamiya Datsun 240ZG - LS3

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Hey guys, been a while since I last visited, still gluing parts and no, still not completed a build in about 7 or 8 years.....

This particular Datto was started around 3 years, eight months ago....It's been an idea of mine ever since I saw a real one get built. The "other 3" are still in a holding pattern....

Heart of the build is of course, an LS3 motor.

Had to make all the accessories as mine was the first motor sold and it was before all the extras were drawn up...Oh well, good practice.

New OBX cross-ram manifold.

Exhaust headers custom made...

Continues....

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Some mods were made to the manifold before installation...

Ready to drop in...

Wheels and tyres freshly made by a good friend in Japan. All 3D created, cast in resin.

Continued....

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Anticipated there may be an issue fitting the hood....but I had a contingency plan.

Finally on four wheels...

And with the over-fenders fitted.

Hoping to get some colour thrown at it in the coming weeks.

Comments and critique welcome, thanks for looking.

 

[Jim N]

You're off to a really great start.  I like it.

[da_ashman]

Great work, Those Rosso wheels look amazing! Really wanna get their TE37s! Hope you bring back the other ones, the RB26 was my fav!

[DumpyDan]

This is so cool looking, your work is awesome, well done.

[o-man]

looking forward to more updates

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Thanks so much Jim, Ashley, Dan and Oscar.

Well, paint got sprayed, though not entirely happy with it, I am happy. Been way too long since my last large scale....lol

Also made some of my own decals for it.

New exhaust getting a trial fit.

New completed photos will be in the gallery section shortly. 

Thank you for stopping by.

[dino246gt]

It doesn't get much cooler than that! Just amazing work, I love it!

 

[Casey]

Love it. 

Thought you had started back up on the other one you began a few years ago, but now we know you have multiples. 

[W Humble]

I'm building a ZG as a US spec LHD car, poss to replicate my S-30 Sports (240Z) bought new in July of '70, restored for my book "How to Restore Your Datsun Z-Car" (released in1991, still in print), and sold back to Nissan USA for their collection in '96.  I ran American 8-spoke 14's on it, and now have Konig 8-spoke 15's on my restomod '71.  I'd love to have a set of the Rosso Watanabe's for my kit, when and if I finish it.  Only 73, now.

A friend and Z-car specialist has a brand new set of Wata's he had custom-cast from the original molds back in the late '80s in Japan; saving them for an ultimate Z build.  Just lovely!!!

Let me know source and price, if you would, PLEASE?

Wick Humble

[Casey]

6 hours ago, W Humble said:

I'd love to have a set of the Rosso Watanabe's for my kit, when and if I finish it.  Only 73, now.

Let me know source and price

Looks like Greg hasn't been on the forum since July, but here's one source:

https://www.hiroboy.com/112_16_Watanabe_8_Spoke_Wheels_set_of_4--product--11836.html

 

Figured I would mention these Riverview Hobbies 6-slot wheels, too:

https://www.riverviewhobbies.com/Products

[Belugawrx]

This one's looking awesome Stump

My buddy's brother had a TR6 in that maroon(?)..45ish years ago a beauty 

Did you finish your last one..? I missed the grand finale I guess..

Good to see you back..Cheers

 

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Dennis, thank you so much mate, your kind comment is very much appreciated.

Casey, thank you too mate. Yes, I do have multiples. lol

James, thanks so much, that's a sweet looking ride too. Sorry for the late response too, I hope you see the link which Casey so kindly put up for me. They are amazing wheels.

Haha, thank you Bruce. You might be pleased to know that the build you pictured is still "in the works"!! LOL. Hope to get more done on it this year, though that's closing in quick too.

I have started another......dare I even say that.