Project reForged

[V8240Z]

So I figured while I was waiting for the Wilwood parts to arrive was a good time to work on the graphics. These included blacking out the tail light panel like the 70-72 L78 option, black chip guard on the rocker panels (just in case a cone gets killed), and a single stripe on the hood in satin black with grey detail. Here we go;







I also installed Fessler Billet tail lights, door strikers and vents, and their billet hood latch. The Fessler stuff is quality!
Hopefully this weekend the brakes get bled and we try a test drive.....

[Glenn]

That sure made a change in the looks of the car

[bonecrrusher]

Like the blacked out paint.

[5spd540]

looks good. like the wheels

[NoMoneyZ]

Great build. Everytime I come to this site it gives me motivation to finish my car. Keep up the great work.
How much experience did you have in paint and body work? It looks really great.

[V8240Z]

Thanks for encouragement guys. I am a working guy and can't afford huge dollars for a paint job. I have painted several cars years ago. My last car, the v8 240z was painted professionally and the quality of work was no better than mine. When I questioned the shop owner he said 'what do you expect for $2800'. I still have some color sanding and buffing to do, but it is all 1 color ( plus the graphics).

[Tomswheels]

Charles, it's looking great, will we see it on track in Feb?

[V8240Z]

Absolutely Tom! I'm bleeding the brakes today, have changed to a smaller carb, and then it's finally alignment time. I wanted to sign up for RTTC, but without driving the car I just couldn't pull the trigger. I will be at the stadium Feb 2nd, and who knows maybe wait list for RTTC.

[FRENCHBLUE72]

Good looking car.. Bummer about the 1st one but it looks like ya nailed this one..

[V8240Z]

Well it seems nothing on this car can go easily. I did finally get the correct parts to install the left rear brakes from Wilwood. Ran new hard lines at the rear diff, and bled the brakes throughout. I have the large Demon carb back on with a few tweeks to the accelerator pump. It looked like I was finally ready for another test drive......Then a significant leak was found at the left front brake hard line. So this morning I am taking out the original modified proportioning valve, installing a tee and new hard line to the right front, and a Wilwood proportioning valve in line on the rear. Wish me luck!

[V8240Z]

By the way;

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[V8240Z]

Still having issues with the brake lines. The new tee is in the front and that is working well. However I had to cut and reflare the rear line and with the limited space that line is not sealing. So I am in the process of replacing it all the way to the rear of the car. I am starting to learn if you touch a system on a 40 year old car....replace it!

[Bryce]

let me know if you need a hand. I have had really good luck running stainless brake lines. You going to make Feb 2 SCCA?

[Bryce]

BTW, I am a few exits south of you on the 15.

[V8240Z]

Thanks Bryce. I plan on making it Feb 2nd. I figure this car has to settle down and stop fighting me soon.

[V8240Z]

It is amazing to look at this thread and think of how far we have come. The car within has been to the OUSCI, and I owe so many great memories and friendships to this automotive adventure.....

[dcozzi]

I too have a project second gen. Camaro, about 14 years in the making.
Great job on the car and good to hear you have been enjoying it. Good to see another saved and on the road!

[Vimes]

I too have a project second gen. Camaro, about 14 years in the making.
Great job on the car and good to hear you have been enjoying it. Good to see another saved and on the road!

Nice. Makes me feel better about the 2 years I've been on mine.

[Toccoa]

I was expecting a V8 Datsun 240Z, which sounded interesting, but your story was pretty cool as well. Any updated pics?