Payco Posted August 4, 2021 Author Share Posted August 4, 2021 The day is now approaching for the Datsuns return. Collecting on Sat 14th Aug. She’s been away for 3 months so can’t wait to get her back. In the meantime I’ve been tinkering with ideas to replace the old discoloured wiper wash bottle. I have brought an old BP oil can and made it into the washer bottle. It will drop in where the stock one is. It’s the little touches… 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Muxlow Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 Can't wait to see this again. As I am sure you can't wait to get driving her again... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted August 4, 2021 Author Share Posted August 4, 2021 Chomping on the bit Andy. You coming down for Go Japan at Brands Hatch in Sept ?. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Muxlow Posted August 5, 2021 Share Posted August 5, 2021 15 hours ago, Payco said: Chomping on the bit Andy. You coming down for Go Japan at Brands Hatch in Sept ?. No we can't make this show as on holiday just after. Its a shame really as it looks a great show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted August 5, 2021 Author Share Posted August 5, 2021 Ok mate. Have a great holiday.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted September 19, 2021 Author Share Posted September 19, 2021 (edited) She came home after 4 months on Thursday. I’m in the process of doing some touches and started with my custom oil can converted to a retro wiper washer bottle today. More updates soon but I’m very very pleased. 40 Weber side drafts on,1.8 engine, complete rewire and lots more. Some photos for those of you that are interested. Edited September 19, 2021 by Payco 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortPaul Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 Looks good buddy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy james Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 Coming on nicely Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Muxlow Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 Very nice indeed Martin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nismoandy Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 Martin,! you've absolutely smashed it ! Well done and can't wait to see her in the flesh lovely work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted October 29, 2021 Author Share Posted October 29, 2021 Couple more before she’s locked away for Winter. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K Posted October 29, 2021 Share Posted October 29, 2021 looking really nice mate.....looking forward to seeing her in the flesh next year....motors by the moat hopefully back on for 2022!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted May 3, 2022 Author Share Posted May 3, 2022 (edited) I had my rear Hakosouka wing fitted today and I realised I hadn’t updated my progress in this thread all the time. So here are all the latest updates and my new lip. Supersonic grill to replace the old one which makes it look much meaner imho and strut brace. Oh and templated a new boot floor from hardboard and carpeted it. Edited May 3, 2022 by Payco 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted May 3, 2022 Author Share Posted May 3, 2022 Thanks. Will be better after the full respray this winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogyRev Posted May 3, 2022 Share Posted May 3, 2022 Looks awesome as ever 😎 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy james Posted May 3, 2022 Share Posted May 3, 2022 Really like the mini Gay wing! She is such a cool looking car Martin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted May 3, 2022 Author Share Posted May 3, 2022 Thanks Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted June 24, 2022 Author Share Posted June 24, 2022 Fitted new rear brake shoes and cylinders so took the opportunity to paint the drums at the same time. Windscreen wiper motor was a little tatty so painted it and added some Jap touches. Off to a show Sunday so wash and clean tomorrow and all good to go. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HEADPHONES Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 What a difference. Will almost make you look forward to tasks involving removing the wheels to see the fruits of your labour! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortPaul Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Looking good sir👏 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted June 28, 2022 Author Share Posted June 28, 2022 (edited) I sent my front callipers off to Big Red to have new pistons fitted , rebuild and paint. They came back today. Very pleased indeed. Great price. Before and after photo below. Edited June 28, 2022 by Payco 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Muxlow Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 That looks much better Martin. Nice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted July 18, 2022 Author Share Posted July 18, 2022 (edited) Been wanting to swap out the stock seats as they are a bit bouncy snd sit too high. Wanted to get some seats that looked right in the car. Collected these Alfa Romeo seats from Sutton last Friday. Absolutely mint and a steal at £100 the pair. Fitting them Sat ready for Beaulieu next Sunday. Fitted photos to come. Going to test these iron on patches on some spare leather and pop them on the headrests if they work out. Edited July 18, 2022 by Payco 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogyRev Posted July 18, 2022 Share Posted July 18, 2022 they look great 😎 .... and for $100 🥳 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted July 18, 2022 Author Share Posted July 18, 2022 1 hour ago, DoogyRev said: they look great 😎 .... and for $100 🥳 Struck gold . Others are going for around £300/£400. This guy had them left over from a car he broke and wanted rid. Looked good In the photos but you ever know do you until you see them in the flesh. When I arrived I was very pleasantly surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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