Tazma61's 40th Anniv. SEMA Build Thread

tazma61 · 09-29-2010, 06:14 PM

I was asked by my peers to start a build thread in order to avoid any problems with my design ideas being used by others if it does occur, so here it goes.

Plan: Build a non-widebody 370Z that looks like a widebody. Design and build a body kit with minimal damage to non-replaceable parts to avoid loss of resale value, yet creating something that would catch the attention of others as being unique. See if available aftermarket parts can be used and improved.

Problem: How is that possible? Aftermarket parts did not meet the design criteria. Like using oem parts, but they are expensive. Time is an issue, since I will be doing all the work myself.

Solution: Perspectives! The whole point of making something look wider is to shorten it's height. With the help of ray from The NISMO Shop of West Covina, I was able to acquire OEM parts at a discounted price. Everything else had to be build from scratch.

I will update with pictures soon, but I'm still in the process of wrapping the car, so things will happen fast, but should be worth the wait...

This is what the car looked like in the beginning:

The car has Swift prototype springs, Nismo wheels, and a Stillen Body Kit

Chris_1 · 09-30-2010, 04:50 PM

It looks like a good start, sema quality not so sure about. I tell you though, the stillen bumper and sides look real clean on the car.

christian370z · 09-30-2010, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris@WheelsDirectOnline.com

It looks like a good start, sema quality not so sure about. I tell you though, the stillen bumper and sides look real clean on the car.

I think he has removed the Stillen body parts and is going to a Nismo body kit. But I agree, that car is very clean and is very near to perfection between the Stillen bumper, sides, and Nismo wheels.

tazma61 · 09-30-2010, 10:00 PM

Update: Buddy Club is making coilovers for our cars, and I will be sponsored by them along with Swift springs for the set up... that is if they can get it over here on time.. LOL

Xan · 09-30-2010, 10:34 PM

In for results!

tazma61 · 10-01-2010, 05:54 PM

Couple of my friends told me that the car kind of reminds them of the BATMOBILE, so I guess that is going to be my theme for SEMA...

370Z JT · 10-01-2010, 09:12 PM

when you say wrapping the car, you mean you are vinyl wrapping it? matte black? in for pics.

Mr&Mrs · 10-02-2010, 09:29 AM

In for progress. Good luck times running short!

tazma61 · 10-02-2010, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Z JT

when you say wrapping the car, you mean you are vinyl wrapping it? matte black? in for pics.

Yup, the whole car is being vinyl wrapped in matte/satin black

tazma61 · 10-23-2010, 03:29 PM

Finally an update with the vinyl wrap almost finished... teaser...

None of the parts are on the car yet, so I'll post in a couple days when things are complete with better pictures...

tazma61 · 10-23-2010, 03:32 PM

The car has the SEIBON hood with the ducts molded in... I'm thinking about covering the whole hood... any suggestions?

The red line will also be on the hood that will match the red on the roof...

The top of the sideskirt will also have red and the handle is going back to silver to match the wheels that will be on the car...

KaienZ34 · 10-23-2010, 05:29 PM

Looks cool, what price range did it run to wrap the whole car ?

tazma61 · 10-23-2010, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KaienZ34

Looks cool, what price range did it run to wrap the whole car ?

Did it myself, so just the vinyl that I had to buy... so far around $150...

Waiz · 10-23-2010, 07:04 PM

Wow, this should be cool.

In for future updates and best of luck!!

christian370z · 10-23-2010, 08:00 PM

That looks great, and I am not normally a fan of flat black on cars. Why didn't you wrap the fang area?

09-29-2010, 06:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
tazma61 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 254 Drives: Batmobile Rep Power: 16	Tazma61's Build Thread I was asked by my peers to start a build thread in order to avoid any problems with my design ideas being used by others if it does occur, so here it goes. Plan: Build a non-widebody 370Z that looks like a widebody. Design and build a body kit with minimal damage to non-replaceable parts to avoid loss of resale value, yet creating something that would catch the attention of others as being unique. See if available aftermarket parts can be used and improved. Problem: How is that possible? Aftermarket parts did not meet the design criteria. Like using oem parts, but they are expensive. Time is an issue, since I will be doing all the work myself. Solution: Perspectives! The whole point of making something look wider is to shorten it's height. With the help of ray from The NISMO Shop of West Covina, I was able to acquire OEM parts at a discounted price. Everything else had to be build from scratch. I will update with pictures soon, but I'm still in the process of wrapping the car, so things will happen fast, but should be worth the wait... This is what the car looked like in the beginning: The car has Swift prototype springs, Nismo wheels, and a Stillen Body Kit Last edited by tazma61; 10-26-2010 at 05:40 PM.

09-30-2010, 10:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
Xan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: MA Posts:99999999999999 Posts: 3,301 Drives: 370Z 40th Aniversary Rep Power: 25	In for results! __________________

10-01-2010, 09:12 PM	#7 (permalink)
370Z JT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: United States Posts: 2,905 Drives: 370Z PW 7AT Rep Power: 379	when you say wrapping the car, you mean you are vinyl wrapping it? matte black? in for pics. __________________ Click for My Journal Top Secret \| EVO-R \| Fujimura Auto \| Shine Auto \| Seibon \| MRWorks \| Swift \| SPC \| SSR \| UpRev \| Project Kics \| NST \| Titek \| Eibach \| Nismo \| Whiteline \| Quaife \| Invidia \| Fly1 \| CF Element \| Carbon Signal

10-23-2010, 03:32 PM	#11 (permalink)
tazma61 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 254 Drives: Batmobile Rep Power: 16	The car has the SEIBON hood with the ducts molded in... I'm thinking about covering the whole hood... any suggestions? The red line will also be on the hood that will match the red on the roof... The top of the sideskirt will also have red and the handle is going back to silver to match the wheels that will be on the car... Last edited by tazma61; 10-23-2010 at 03:45 PM.

10-23-2010, 05:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 178	Looks cool, what price range did it run to wrap the whole car ? __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

09-30-2010, 04:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
Chris_1 Track Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Statewide Posts: 838 Drives: Nissan 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 17	It looks like a good start, sema quality not so sure about. I tell you though, the stillen bumper and sides look real clean on the car.

09-30-2010, 10:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
tazma61 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 254 Drives: Batmobile Rep Power: 16	Update: Buddy Club is making coilovers for our cars, and I will be sponsored by them along with Swift springs for the set up... that is if they can get it over here on time.. LOL

10-01-2010, 05:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
tazma61 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 254 Drives: Batmobile Rep Power: 16	Couple of my friends told me that the car kind of reminds them of the BATMOBILE, so I guess that is going to be my theme for SEMA...

10-02-2010, 09:29 AM	#8 (permalink)
Mr&Mrs A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Tampa Posts: 4,207 Drives: RZ34 Rep Power: 31941	In for progress. Good luck times running short!

10-23-2010, 03:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
tazma61 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 254 Drives: Batmobile Rep Power: 16	Finally an update with the vinyl wrap almost finished... teaser... None of the parts are on the car yet, so I'll post in a couple days when things are complete with better pictures...

10-23-2010, 07:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
Waiz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 9,262 Drives: Z33 & GE8 Rep Power: 460	Wow, this should be cool. In for future updates and best of luck!!

10-23-2010, 08:00 PM	#15 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 433	That looks great, and I am not normally a fan of flat black on cars. Why didn't you wrap the fang area? __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

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