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WelshKiwi - Looks like your project is coming together nicely. :cool:
Whilst the buck constructions is impressive, I love the way the moulds are constructed. As, personally, I really struggle with the whole thinking in reverse / mirror image side of things. Good luck, Paul. :) |
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Fuel filler - Final location
Hi guys, more from Tribute/Old No7
Here's the fuel filler I am using, recess and location picked on the car for final panel production. Moving on nicely. https://farm1.staticflickr.com/818/4...09e6957b_z.jpgFuel filler and recess by Mark Blyth, on Flickr https://farm1.staticflickr.com/913/4...6ee20774_z.jpgFiller final location by Mark Blyth, on Flickr |
Final panels are moving along
Hi guys,
Final panel production is moving along, not far away to completion now! Rear panel is fresh out of mould, being trimmed and roll cage construction in work. Front panel is still in mould getting final layup/construction of inner skin etc. You can see final colour choice now for the gelcoat, purpose to be as close to final metallic colour for stonechips as well as dark to show any imperfections during final prep for painting. - Progressing..... https://farm1.staticflickr.com/951/4...8477a8b3_z.jpgRear panel - final pre trim https://farm1.staticflickr.com/967/3...acd0a33a_z.jpgBootlid final pre trim |
Looking very nice, should go together easily.
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Got me wondering....
What if you had made a flat toughened glass |
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I suppose though with the large area available for builders quite a few OEM screens could be used with a bit of adjustment. As for the other comment, I certainly hope it goes together nice and easy! Cheers. |
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I was thinking new glass cut to pattern for the 275 shape fitted to the Z3 window risers. |
Ahh got you! Suppose it could be possible. There is a touch of curve thou in the standard z3 window profile, which then gets you into high cost if trying to replicate in glass. Z3m coupe window is always a possibility as it matches very similar to the shape we are trying to replicate. For me going to use standard windows and see how they fair with me. Once the car is back on the road and being used if I really struggle with what I have got I may need to change tack, but at the moment happy with what we have conceptualised and how it has shaped up. Individual look which is not a bad thing as it reflects away from an out and out replica. Cheers.
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It looks okay now, try it as you said. May work out perfectly.
Body color insert would be my choice. |
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Who knows where it will end up but certainly happy with where we are at this point before I get to put hands on it! Cheers. |
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Progress keeps going
Thanks Molleur!
Progress keeps coming, panels are being trimmed and roll cage/roof support has been worked out. Fuel filler can fit where planned with a small touch of fettling on the donor so should be all good there. Recess being worked on, front panel in work with mountings etc for bumpers. Next week is planned completion now so should see final pictures and packages ready for unwrapping in a few months. I know you love piccies so here we go! https://farm1.staticflickr.com/970/4...4cdf321b_z.jpgRoll cage roof support https://farm1.staticflickr.com/830/4...7c90698b_z.jpgRear panel trimmed https://farm1.staticflickr.com/975/4...acf74c2f_z.jpgRear panel tray (1) https://farm1.staticflickr.com/966/4...6f7ac704_z.jpgInside roof |
Excellent, it is really coming together, and you can make definite plans for putting your car together. For obvious reasons, I am interested in the roofline and roll cage bits.
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Looking excellent, keep the pics coming!
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More photos - Very excited now!
Thanks guys, here's more from today.
Anyone that doubts that magic dust and Dorset sweat doesn't go together is delusional. I am a very happy bunny! :eusa_dance: Not sure whether Chris realises but the wheels fitted to this are very similar to the ones I have currently on the donor. Taken me by surprise and I quite like the look! We'll see...... https://farm1.staticflickr.com/868/4...1b2f40b2_z.jpgFinal front panel trial https://farm1.staticflickr.com/823/4...5779d13b_z.jpgFinal Filler |
Amazing! Loving it..
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It must be great seeing these photos from the other side of the world and knowing they will be heading your way soon.
Good luck, Paul. :) |
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