 Build Thread: 2004 Nissan 350Z Theft Recovery, Sold on 4/11/2012 |
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 Nov 19, 2009 - 12:56 AM
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QUOTE (richee3 @ Nov 18, 2009 - 8:14 PM)  I totally understand you being mad about your dad taking the first drive in it. If after I swap the Celica, put a lot of hard work and money into it, my dad just hops in it and takes off, I'd be upset too. But, after I finally have my first go in it, I'd let it all go. I wouldn't care that my dad had the first drive. After all, who drove it first isn't important. What is important is how much work you've put into the car, everything you've gone through, and you'll finally be able to drive it. The project is finished and over, now it's time to enjoy what you've put so much effort into. In 20 years, you won't care that your dad drove it first. Back to my example of my dad driving the Celi first after I get everything done, truthfully I'd love if he took the first drive in it. He and I have completely different interests and don't do much together. It would mean a lot to me if he actually cared enough to want to go for a spin in the car after I get everything done. And if he and I shared the same interests and he helped me out with the car once in a while, as your dad did with the Z, it would mean even more to me that he cared enough to help out and cared to drive the car. I don't know, that's just my sentimental $0.02. All I can say is be careful on the first drive! If a bird craps on the car, make sure you shoot that bird. No,you make sure u go **** on the birds car...family guy ftw! -------------------- BANNED. for life, you moron.
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Nov 19, 2009 - 12:59 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 8, '08 From Penn Valley,Ca Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
Awesome project. How much experience did you have going into this project? Why aren't the new rims you bought on the car in the pictures?
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Nov 19, 2009 - 5:37 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined May 6, '05 From PA Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
the z is looking good, man. glad to hear you got the title all sorted out.
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Nov 20, 2009 - 10:50 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Aug 17, '03 From Bloomington, Indiana Currently Offline Reputation: 62 (98%) |
QUOTE (epocsirhc @ Nov 19, 2009 - 12:59 AM) Awesome project. How much experience did you have going into this project? Why aren't the new rims you bought on the car in the pictures? Going in to this project? Virtually no experience... I had simply taken the front bumper of the celica on and off a few times.... The new rims won't go on until spring with some new rubber. The side markers arent on either for some reason QUOTE (Cutrara @ Nov 19, 2009 - 5:37 PM) the z is looking good, man. glad to hear you got the title all sorted out. Thanks man And I drove the Z for the first time today. I love the car, I love how it feels, how smooth it is.... just everything.... And it sounds great when you lay in to the throttle, I love it 
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Nov 20, 2009 - 11:53 PM
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Nov 20, 2009 - 11:55 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jun 18, '09 From Orlando Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
Nice man.
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Nov 21, 2009 - 12:03 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 28, '07 Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
Congrats dustin...you earned it
hope it runs strong for years to come!!!
-------------------- BANNED. for life, you moron.
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Nov 21, 2009 - 8:22 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 17, '03 From Bloomington, Indiana Currently Offline Reputation: 62 (98%) |
I snapped a few pictures today while I was out working at the summer house.... Not great pic, but pics none the less! Opinions welcome!
And yes, I know the new wheels aren't on nor the front markers in the bumper..... and I'm waiting on the front bumper emblem now.               
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Nov 21, 2009 - 8:54 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Nov 7, '06 From Lawrence IN, 46226 Currently Offline Reputation: 17 (100%) |
thats freikin sweet man! seriously just shave the emblem hasha awesome job d
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Nov 21, 2009 - 9:14 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 18, '07 From Bergen county NJ Currently Offline Reputation: 24 (100%) |
looks so good! congrats
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Nov 21, 2009 - 9:15 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Aug 12, '09 From Orange Beach, Alabama Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
Dude I just came across this thread and I sat here and read the whole 9 pages!! This is awesome!! I can't imagine the feeling of satisfaction that you had during your first drive, knowing that all the blood sweat and tears(and money) paid off after two and a half years!! Great job!!!!
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Nov 21, 2009 - 11:03 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jul 7, '06 From Los Alamos, NM Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
congrats you attention whore
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Nov 22, 2009 - 12:11 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jun 18, '09 From Orlando Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
Very very nice man. Potenzas on there as well...quite nice.
I wish you many happy (rebuilt) miles with her.
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Nov 22, 2009 - 3:15 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Nov 4, '09 From Sacramento, California Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
My only thoughts while looking at it is, (5 year olds trantrum voice) "I WANT IT, I WANT IT, I WANT IT, I WANT IT!"
Very sexy. -------------------- Brand new 6gc owner! (sort of 2011)
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Nov 22, 2009 - 12:23 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 15, '07 From Tennessee Currently Offline Reputation: 52 (100%) |
so what was the total cost, pm me the vin number and ill send you the carfx,,,
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Nov 22, 2009 - 12:34 PM
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Nice job
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Nov 22, 2009 - 11:42 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 17, '03 From Bloomington, Indiana Currently Offline Reputation: 62 (98%) |
Thanks everyone!
QUOTE (njccmd2002 @ Nov 22, 2009 - 12:23 PM) so what was the total cost, pm me the vin number and ill send you the carfx,,, dude, I haven't answered this question all thread.... I'm kind of private about what I've put in to this project, and it will stay that way... sorry -------------------- |
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Nov 23, 2009 - 3:35 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jan 30, '07 From canada,montreal Currently Offline Reputation: 2 (100%) |
totally understand your privacy
i have no doubt it worth all the money you've put into it for the pleasure of doing it and learning from it but, in the long run did it go over or under the value of just buying one(money wise) btw, your project is sick (for 2.5 years  )
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Nov 23, 2009 - 5:20 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Apr 25, '03 From Miami, FL Currently Offline Reputation: 9 (100%) |
good work dustin.
are you able to get the edge where the bumpers (front and rear) meet the fenders to grab on closer? they look a little loose towards the ends. --------------------  |
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Nov 23, 2009 - 8:07 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 8, '04 From Newport, RI Currently Offline Reputation: 63 (99%) |
full of win.
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