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CursedGTR · 12-23-2007, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by burnsauto

about how many hours do you have invested in the rear bumper alone?

About 30 labor hours.

CursedGTR · 12-23-2007, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by devonkyle77

the bumper bracket laying on the floor, will you be able to use it with that huge IC? if not, could you sell it to me, please?

That thing is tweeked beyond all belief. I ended up buying a new one from Nissan. They are only like 70.00, so it was worth it to save the time, because I couold have straightened the original out but it would not have been perfect.

The bumper reinforcement had to be removed in order to make all this fit, but so fatr fitiment has worked out well.

devonkyle77 · 12-23-2007, 07:59 PM

i have yet to find a place selling them over here in the us. any chance you could get one and ship it to me? i would gladly include a "finders fee"
i would like your bumper reinforcement as well if you dont mind

UfoZ8myCow · 12-23-2007, 08:04 PM

This car will eat children and shit midgets.

That means it is DOPE. Huge props on the build so far man.

Rasty180SX · 12-23-2007, 08:35 PM

Any updates on the build???

CursedGTR · 12-24-2007, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by devonkyle77

i have yet to find a place selling them over here in the us. any chance you could get one and ship it to me? i would gladly include a "finders fee"
i would like your bumper reinforcement as well if you dont mind

I will have to check the dimensions and see if I can get it through postal. The Bumper reinforcement was sold a while back, but I will let you know if I find another one.

Build updates will be coming soon as it comes out of paint and other stages start coming together.

status:one · 12-24-2007, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by UfoZ8myCow

This car will eat children and shit midgets.

lmao.

fckmsglength

*S13Boosts* · 12-24-2007, 12:36 AM

nice nice nice...

eds13 · 12-24-2007, 01:34 PM

thats sweet dude. real sweet

sfljdmej2 · 12-24-2007, 02:46 PM

this is the best looking build ive ever seen all that attention the deatails is the best, cant wait to see this thing done its gonna be uber sexy.

Johny5 · 12-24-2007, 04:52 PM

metal radiator bushings? where did this sweet invention come from?

lilredstiffy · 12-24-2007, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Johny5

metal radiator bushings? where did this sweet invention come from?

home depot has a great selection of washerzz

CursedGTR · 12-24-2007, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johny5

metal radiator bushings? where did this sweet invention come from?

I looked at two holes on the tension rod brackets and at the same time I had some SPL diff bushings, so I figured why not shave them down and use them as bushings.

alindeman1989 · 12-24-2007, 08:09 PM

this is my fav thread so far, keep up the good work.

AllShowNoGo28 · 12-24-2007, 09:30 PM

this is absolutely crazy, i just started on my s14 project and have it all stripped down but it makes me just want to completely quit ever trying to build a car after reading through this thread.. 30 labor hours on the rear bumper is crazyy but its all for a good cause in the end. keep the pictures and the good work coming i need to see more asap!!!

KA-T_240 · 12-25-2007, 12:10 AM

DAMN, How did I miss this thread? Awsome work!

What do you use for you polishing?

sijia10358 · 12-25-2007, 02:05 AM

this car is looking pretty good!!!

420sx · 12-25-2007, 04:31 PM

rubber radiator bushings don't conduct electricity, metal ones will

CursedGTR · 12-25-2007, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 420sx

rubber radiator bushings don't conduct electricity, metal ones will

I would venture to say that if you are putting electricity through your radiator, you might be doing something wrong. Also, I will be putting a small rubber insulation pad between the bushing and the bracket once I get done painting it all and start putting it back together (I stated this in a previous post). Aluminum is a shitty conductor anyways, so it is almost a moot point.

If you would be so kind as to explain why you think this is relevant to my project, I would like to see what you have to say.

garagelu · 12-25-2007, 11:02 PM

Yea I agree...why would you have to worry about your radiator conducting electricity. Nothing with high voltage gets close to there. The only reason I would use rubber bushing is to dampen the vibrations. But even if you use metal bushing, I doubt there is enough vibrations to do any damage to the radiator as long as its secure.

420sx · 12-26-2007, 03:47 PM

has to do with electrolysis.
just google that.
basically it has to do with bad ground, or if it gets loose or disconnects etc.

420sx · 12-26-2007, 03:54 PM

and i'm supper jealous of your ability to make free time )))

CursedGTR · 12-26-2007, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 420sx

has to do with electrolysis.
just google that.
basically it has to do with bad ground, or if it gets loose or disconnects etc.

There are no grounds or power wires running into the radiator. The Fans will be grounded to the Chasis, the temp sensors will be run into the intake manifold, so all in all, I am pretty sure I am safe.

rps13sr20det · 12-26-2007, 08:59 PM

best thread, i have ever ever read. Love the build. I can't wait to see the complete, actually i enjoy the build more then anything else

CursedGTR · 01-05-2008, 03:27 AM

The trunk is a pain in the ass. I have decided to use Aerocatch Lockable hoodpins in the rear so I have been working on shaving the lock hole and builfing the the top surface of the trunk by 3mm in order to blend flush withthe body kit.
This included taking the trunk completely down to metal. Welding some material into the lock hole and then building the top of it up with 2 layers of fiber mat and then a final layer of fiber weave. The final stage will involve using fiber putty (Resin, Powder and hardener) to form a sandable surface and then I will sand it smooth and prime it for paint. Smoothing out the trunk lock is proving to be a pain int he ass, but it should be done soon. Before people get shitty about the wrinkle in the fiber weave on the backside, it is going to be removed once it is all dry, I just needed some overlap to work with.

Here are some pics:

blackflag_Rms13 · 01-05-2008, 04:09 AM

Fucking amazing attention to detail. Good shit!

a_ahmed · 01-05-2008, 05:32 AM

Im not sure how the trunk on an s15 is, in fact i forget how it goes on an s13 since i havent opened the trunk now in half a year... but on most cars when there is a fitment issue you can either adjust it or put some spacers where its mounted or touching (like the rubber things etc...) So uhm lol @ all the work to just make it flush

but hey hehe

CursedGTR · 01-05-2008, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a_ahmed

Im not sure how the trunk on an s15 is, in fact i forget how it goes on an s13 since i havent opened the trunk now in half a year... but on most cars when there is a fitment issue you can either adjust it or put some spacers where its mounted or touching (like the rubber things etc...) So uhm lol @ all the work to just make it flush

but hey hehe

Spacers and all is a half assed approach and the angles will be incorrect. SO the best way to do it is to build the trunk up and make it flush with the surface that you are working with.

a_ahmed · 01-05-2008, 06:33 AM

WellI was just saying most trunks/parts of cars are adjustable... I used to work at a ford factory on the body work and had to make sure clearances/fitment was alright..its just easier and usually how its done by many shops lol.. and the spacers is a quick fix... instead of adding weight with so much fiberglass/bondo/whatever... it was just a few thoughts I had though

Ah well lol

It's all good. Still fun to watch all the effort

whowutwut · 01-05-2008, 06:48 AM

Yes, the trunks are adjustable in that you can move them side to side so you can get them to close properly. In CursedGTRs case, I believe he wants the body panels and the trunk to line up flush, height wise. (that's why he's building up the trunk) If you put in a spacer, you can probably get the trunk to sit flush, but the space between the weatherstrip and trunk will be bigger now, so you might leak water into the car in the future. Awesome attention to detail!

12-23-2007, 07:59 PM	#273
devonkyle77 Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: md Age: 40 Posts: 3,091 Trader Rating: (3) Rides Gallery: devonkyle77 Feedback Score: 3 reviews	i have yet to find a place selling them over here in the us. any chance you could get one and ship it to me? i would gladly include a "finders fee" i would like your bumper reinforcement as well if you dont mind __________________ WTB-NARDI wheel & NRG 2.8 QR

12-23-2007, 08:04 PM	#274
UfoZ8myCow Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Vegas Posts: 1,227 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	This car will eat children and shit midgets. That means it is DOPE. Huge props on the build so far man. __________________

12-23-2007, 08:35 PM	#275
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12-24-2007, 01:34 PM	#279
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12-24-2007, 04:52 PM	#281
Johny5 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx Age: 39 Posts: 3,221 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	metal radiator bushings? where did this sweet invention come from? __________________ www.stewartleask.com

12-24-2007, 12:36 AM	#278
S13Boosts Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: VEGAS Posts: 5,292 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	nice nice nice...

12-24-2007, 02:46 PM	#280
sfljdmej2 Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: south fl Age: 37 Posts: 123 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	this is the best looking build ive ever seen all that attention the deatails is the best, cant wait to see this thing done its gonna be uber sexy.

12-24-2007, 08:09 PM	#284
alindeman1989 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Newark/bayarea,Ca Age: 35 Posts: 902 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	this is my fav thread so far, keep up the good work.

12-24-2007, 09:30 PM	#285
AllShowNoGo28 Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NH Posts: 216 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	this is absolutely crazy, i just started on my s14 project and have it all stripped down but it makes me just want to completely quit ever trying to build a car after reading through this thread.. 30 labor hours on the rear bumper is crazyy but its all for a good cause in the end. keep the pictures and the good work coming i need to see more asap!!!

12-25-2007, 12:10 AM	#286
KA-T_240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Moorhead, MN Age: 37 Posts: 1,788 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	DAMN, How did I miss this thread? Awsome work! What do you use for you polishing? __________________

12-25-2007, 02:05 AM	#287
sijia10358 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: SoCal! 626! Age: 34 Posts: 1,075 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	this car is looking pretty good!!! __________________ [email protected] TIRE CENTRAL "DONALD" 626-227-0150 DRIFT SPEED "QUOC" 562-342-9000

12-25-2007, 04:31 PM	#288
420sx Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Age: 41 Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: 420sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	rubber radiator bushings don't conduct electricity, metal ones will __________________ hydropgrahics! ls1......

12-25-2007, 11:02 PM	#290
garagelu Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA Age: 39 Posts: 1,856 Trader Rating: (60) Feedback Score: 60 reviews	Yea I agree...why would you have to worry about your radiator conducting electricity. Nothing with high voltage gets close to there. The only reason I would use rubber bushing is to dampen the vibrations. But even if you use metal bushing, I doubt there is enough vibrations to do any damage to the radiator as long as its secure.

12-26-2007, 03:47 PM	#291
420sx Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Age: 41 Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: 420sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	has to do with electrolysis. just google that. basically it has to do with bad ground, or if it gets loose or disconnects etc. __________________ hydropgrahics! ls1......

12-26-2007, 03:54 PM	#292
420sx Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Age: 41 Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: 420sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	and i'm supper jealous of your ability to make free time ))) __________________ hydropgrahics! ls1......

12-26-2007, 08:59 PM	#294
rps13sr20det Leaky Injector Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: calgary, AB Posts: 128 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	best thread, i have ever ever read. Love the build. I can't wait to see the complete, actually i enjoy the build more then anything else __________________

01-05-2008, 03:27 AM	#295
CursedGTR Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 423 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	The trunk is a pain in the ass. I have decided to use Aerocatch Lockable hoodpins in the rear so I have been working on shaving the lock hole and builfing the the top surface of the trunk by 3mm in order to blend flush withthe body kit. This included taking the trunk completely down to metal. Welding some material into the lock hole and then building the top of it up with 2 layers of fiber mat and then a final layer of fiber weave. The final stage will involve using fiber putty (Resin, Powder and hardener) to form a sandable surface and then I will sand it smooth and prime it for paint. Smoothing out the trunk lock is proving to be a pain int he ass, but it should be done soon. Before people get shitty about the wrinkle in the fiber weave on the backside, it is going to be removed once it is all dry, I just needed some overlap to work with. Here are some pics:

01-05-2008, 04:09 AM	#296
blackflag_Rms13 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,133 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Fucking amazing attention to detail. Good shit!

01-05-2008, 05:32 AM	#297
a_ahmed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Oakville, Ontario Posts: 749 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: a_ahmed Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Im not sure how the trunk on an s15 is, in fact i forget how it goes on an s13 since i havent opened the trunk now in half a year... but on most cars when there is a fitment issue you can either adjust it or put some spacers where its mounted or touching (like the rubber things etc...) So uhm lol @ all the work to just make it flush but hey hehe

01-05-2008, 06:33 AM	#299
a_ahmed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Oakville, Ontario Posts: 749 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: a_ahmed Feedback Score: 0 reviews	WellI was just saying most trunks/parts of cars are adjustable... I used to work at a ford factory on the body work and had to make sure clearances/fitment was alright..its just easier and usually how its done by many shops lol.. and the spacers is a quick fix... instead of adding weight with so much fiberglass/bondo/whatever... it was just a few thoughts I had though Ah well lol It's all good. Still fun to watch all the effort

01-05-2008, 06:48 AM	#300
whowutwut Leaky Injector Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: NY Posts: 85 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yes, the trunks are adjustable in that you can move them side to side so you can get them to close properly. In CursedGTRs case, I believe he wants the body panels and the trunk to line up flush, height wise. (that's why he's building up the trunk) If you put in a spacer, you can probably get the trunk to sit flush, but the space between the weatherstrip and trunk will be bigger now, so you might leak water into the car in the future. Awesome attention to detail!