WCA - Build thread 3 - Page 7

Tribute Automotive · #**121** 19th October 2013, 20:21

All the finished GRP panels are now made, in black gel, and placed on the Z3 (front end still needs alignment). Existing door quickly sprayed black to give a better impression of finished effect.

Time constraints for the Exeter Kit Car Show mean that we aren't doing the "frenched" rear lights, vents and side pipes as Nick has requested until after the show.

WorldClassAccident · #**122** 19th October 2013, 20:36

Just freak in love it!

Boot flap needs attention but it is all the shit I wanted!

Bang on the money. Ignore my email and keep the car to sort out exhaust etc while I am away.

WorldClassAccident · #**123** 19th October 2013, 20:43

Love it. I have sent an email to discuss what next.

Dam you are good!

Tribute Automotive · #**124** 19th October 2013, 21:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorldClassAccident

Just freak in love it!

Boot flap needs attention but it is all the shit I wanted!

Bang on the money. Ignore my email and keep the car to sort out exhaust etc while I am away.

Glad you approve Nick

Yes, the bootlid needs a little alignment!

WorldClassAccident · #**125** 19th October 2013, 21:51

Just finished the Laphroig.

Sold the silver merc so can actually afford to pay you.

Today is a good day!

WorldClassAccident · #**126** 19th October 2013, 22:07

Emailed you and going to bed happy.

I love that car!

Tribute Automotive · #**127** 19th October 2013, 22:10

I had to Google that! Hope you enjoyed the Whis...hic...key!

WorldClassAccident · #**128** 19th October 2013, 22:19

Night all!

Down&Out · #**129** 19th October 2013, 23:19

A man of whiskey. Bet he likes a bit of lagavulin too!

Scottie22 · #**130** 20th October 2013, 22:27

Really like the back end! The D type lights suit it!

Paul L · #**131** 21st October 2013, 07:04

Tribute - Excellent work as usual Chris & Dan.

WCA - Your whole vision for this project was really paid off.

I'm looking forward to seeing the final, on the road, result.

Cheers, Paul.

WorldClassAccident · #**132** 21st October 2013, 11:07

Scottie - the back end is basically a modded d-type which is why the lights suit it.

Chris will be doing further mods to add some vents and then french in the lights similar to this

y cymro · #**133** 22nd October 2013, 12:45

Nick, I thought you might like THIS

WorldClassAccident · #**134** 22nd October 2013, 12:52

Thanks, I do like it but have you seen the price!

It's a glorified Dinky toy and they want nearly £300!

I will make do with what Chris is building, but thanks for the link

y cymro · #**135** 22nd October 2013, 14:41

I take it you don't want my £75 off voucher then ��

Also, best hope that Chris doesn't see this or he'll put up the price for his full scale version!

Scottie22 · #**136** 22nd October 2013, 17:35

If it looks anything like the red car it will be terrific WCA!!
Looking forward to seeing it all done.

Tribute Automotive · #**137** 24th October 2013, 19:58

To mount the new GRP bonnet we removed the outer steel skin from the Z3 leaving the inner frame, hinges and latches.

This framework was then bonded into the new bonnet.

We had removed the rear silencer for clearance when forming the bodywork and in readiness for Nick's preference for sidepipes, but due to the lack of time before the Exeter Show we quickly fabricated a dual tailpipe section from 2nd hand bits in the workshop.

The Z3 has a fuel filler just behind the drivers door, with a flush fit cover/door. Nick fancied something a little more period to match the new body.

With the body now properly mounted in place we did a little prep in the time left and then put up a temporary spray booth.

Primer on....

.......and a bit of colour.

I have to admit that I have always left painting cars to others, but this time due to time limits and the fact that the car will be coming back into the workshop for more bodywork (more vents and different light set up) I thought I would have a go at the paint. It's not perfect. It should have had more preperation and a really good flat 'n' polish to give a good finish, but I am happy that it will show off the curves of the car far better than primer would for the Exeter Show at the weekend.

We are fitting the car up in the morning and then driving it the show. In the rain probably

WorldClassAccident · #**138** 24th October 2013, 21:22

First picture of the fuel filler looks like you sticker blitzed it. Just the reflection thankfully.

Colour is a bit redder and less ruby than the final plan but looks good.

I like the twin exhaust pipes but will probably stick with the side exhausts. What does it sound like?

If you can mount the boot straight I am actually quite taken with the high level light. Not exactly period but can you leave if there up until I get a chance to see it.

Great work Chris

Tribute Automotive · #**139** 25th October 2013, 20:23

Damp drive to Exeter, but arrived safe and sound.

casamolino · #**140** 26th October 2013, 08:24

Nick yours and hopefully mine are going to do wonders for the value of secondhand Z3s! , your car looks spot on , Geoff .