jez NF

Well I woke up this morning and I got myself a beeeeerrr...pair of scissors This is now on the inside of the drivers side door......................... This is on the inside of the passengers side door............. And this.....................(plan to stick something over the "unleaded fuel only" part as well soon)

Hey guys...sorry.. but this is a "closed chapter" in my books ok......this thread is about my car.....its about what I do to it...and its about my love for it... So please take this "discussion" - even before it starts........somewhere else....(personal messages to be precise!!) Thanks....appreciated.... TO GET BACK ON TRACK.................... Here is a picture of Night Fury that I took this evening... and of the new "stickers" that I had laminated this afternoon.

With rain predicted I can't start painting.....so since I was bored this morning I decided to try my hand at "sticker making" .............hahahaaaaaaaa Download images from google. Align it and edit off unwanted bits Print it out on nice bright yellow paper Get some decent glue Stick it It helps when you have things to cover up...........................like this annoying mark that was there when I bought the car (ironically from a sticker!!) Nice?? P.S. I did try removing the previous mark...yes I even used a spirit based cleaner etc...and all I was doing was making scratch marks...and nothing...the damn glue has like "molded" itself into the paint.....so the best bet is to cover it....and I quite like my "art" actually !!

Dont usually post my "sightings"..but had to for this one.....two blonde chicks in a silver 34GTT on Shenton Av this morning at 7:30ish.....triple yummm

thats coz hes a kick arse detailer :)

Not exactly a "project"....but something I did today. There is a lot of dust around the work car park and the regular bombardment of berries and falling leaves leaves my car filthy. I have a car cover...but the elastic ends do not stand a chance against the force of the wind....which means I invariably find the cover half off or flapping madly in the wind. Convinced "the slave" to stich some black tags on to the bottoms of the cover...... and boooom......I have a nice compact and secure cover now as I simply have to loop the tags around the bottom of each rim and secure them. No bending down and trying to throw stuff under the car to get it to the otherside...no chance of scratches and dents due to the hooks / clips flapping around or rubbing while on the car...nothing.

So found my tin snips...... This was how the car looked before...... Thanks to "chef" for helping me....... My new ride !! hahahaaa Finished product.... $28 later... I love it

yeah....they took a looooong time...but that was because I was being extra lazy..hahaha...but I am pretty happy with the outcome Bought the black mesh................have to find my tin snips...and then we are in business

Hi mate...The plates are my name - the only thing that makes my car extra special and mine (if you know what I mean)..and if I really wanted to hide (or if I had anything to hide!!!) I would have gone with something more discreet...or if I was your average "hoon / idiot" I would have gone with a stupid name.... Also if I didnt want people to see my plates or run away from the law..I wouldnt have them in the biggest size available... I know you mean well...and thank you for the advice about drawing attention to myself...but I do not do stupid stuff (I am proud to admit that I do not know how to do a burnout)..and I pride myself on being a safe and careful driver (been driving for five years and no accidents..no record..no fines..nothing..and my car is driven every day)...and I have nothing to hide. Moreover my post wasnt to put the force down or anything. I made an observation about the persons behaviour which I felt was not very professional..and purely narrated the event the way it was...though I know people are just doing their job. Long hours...dealing with dumb youngsters / wannabe drivers most of the time...drunken and rude individuals.. yes I would be upset and disgruntled too..but not everyone is the same or necessarily "bad". Trust me I love my car and would not go through all this trouble if I wanted to thrash it and kill myself or someone else in the bargain. Neways back to my thread..... Going to buy some paint and start the front bar today. this new website layout is NICE but also a tad confusing still...how do I put the emocation things in now :\

BEFORE: AFTER: Might not seem much...and the pics dont do justice....but I now have the car at a much more convenient height and right where I want it

Made some more "slow progress" with the ramps..hahahaaa..BUT the good news is that they are approximately four nails away Pics tmrw of the completed project - FINALLY !!!

Took her in for a general look over this morning and to have a chat about future plans etc.......also did the oil and filter by myself under "professional watch" to basically ensure I was doing it right (thanks to the team for their help and for letting me use the equipment)....learnt a few handy tricks and new stuff...like do the oil and filter change when the engine is warm not cold...lube the inside of the filter first etc etc.... Took her for a spin and everything seems fine and she passed with flying colours....changed the boost controller levels for the two settings in anticipation of "cooler weather". ...and after some lengthy discussions I now have a few plans in the pipeline.......bring on the saving up !! Was nice and cool and had a freeway run on the way back so gave her a "spirited run" to check the new boost levels = yumm

Satin black Te37s......27th July - birthday....hmmmmmm......... Nah seriously....I hate the current rim size and offset.....you could fit my whole hand in above the front wheel....and I cant go lower because of the front lip touching. I personally dont mind the gold and silver dish because it sets the black off nicely.....(and there are a lot of people who agree)...but I need 18s...17s are just too small unless you lower the shit out of it or run massive profile.

Progress.................................. Seems like nothing much...but you will be surprised at the difference it makes when your sitting down in front of the car. Very happy......The front bar is at a much more convenient height now........(pats himself on the back) Painting and fabrication will start soon...stay tuned

Thanks mate and HAHAHAAAA....my bad....gotta love my Microsoft paint skills !! (In my defence....check out the ramp...inch perfect....)

The area circled in white is my main concern....so without having to change to a black intercooler as I personally feel black all over is a nice way to go.....the black mesh will allow me to make the car look tidy and compact from the front without burning unnecessary holes in my pocket... I like the look of the silver piping on either side...gives it a subtle look with a twist of aggression....so I do not plan to mess with that.

Hey Adam....thanks for the concern...I know you mean well. (Also I prefer being on top - hahahaa) Dont worry...fortunately I am not that silly....the depiction below should clear up what I meant by "ramps"....I had mentioned it earlier somewhere (last few pages I think)......these "ramps" are merely to help me get the car up to a decent height....so that I can put black mesh in front of the intercooler while sitting comfortably on the floor...and also allow me to touch up some tiny stone chip marks....without actually sending the whole front bar for a respray.

Phew...finally a day off work..... Made it a point to wake up early....breakfast and shower and then pulled out the planks and got to work....... Things I used so far....... Drill - just to get the old screws out (the "wood bits" were a work desk back in their hay day) Good ol hammer Box of flat head nails from bunnings..... Rag and spray - to tidy them up a bit.....bits of muck and old sticker stains etc. This is the "top section".........one more layer on top of this and that will be the area where the wheels will rest....plan to make a 'stopper' at the end as well so that I know how far to drive up and when to stop basically...I am usually inch perfect but then again you can never be too sure...safety first....will be putting longer planks on the bottom. Also to clarify and pre answer any "Jez why dont you just buy ready-made car ramps" type questions...... I like having small projects to do The wood is free The nails cost me close to nothing I have the tools They will be stored undercover THIS IS MY BUILD THREAD Will post pics and update details when I finish.....had to take a break and play taxi again.

NICE JOSH Tyre n rim specs please.....size, offset, width, profile etc.

I also have a LOT of free space around the car now.....I actually chose this house because of the garage space...but dont tell her that

Been a looooooooooooooooooooooooooong time since I updated this...... Really busy with moving house....got myself a 3 bedroom place and damn its tough work moving stuff and settling in etc. Anyways all done now (more or less) so I am back to dedicating time to car stuff . Cars been running fine....these really hot days we have been having are not the best when you have black leather seats...but fortunately my air con works a treat. Pulled out some old planks of wood I had stored in the garage at the old house....and gave them a quick clean up.....(dont worry I dried them immediately and they are now in the sun). Guess this means my "ramp" will finally be constructed. Stay tuned....its good to be back

There have been no updates to my build thread recently....and I feel terrible for not posting anything inspite of being on here everyday.....so here goes................... Mine

at least dinner was good

Got pulled over yesterday on my way to dinner with a friend....cops were on a side street...saw me drive past....quickly pulled up behind me...stood behind me at the lights....and then as soon as I went through them.....pulled us over. ME: Sit in car and roll window down COP: Comes up to us......Licence (barks it out - no please nothing) ME: Certainly sir....pull it out and hand it over to him COP: Why dont you have a WA licence?? ME: I dont have citizenship yet sir and when I last checked with the licencing center they said I didnt need to apply for one till I get a permanent visa COP: (grunts)..ok....pop the hood ME: Certainly sir.....May I step out sir (thinking to myself - how do you expect me to get out if you are blocking the way) COP: (snorts) I pop the hood.....he comes n noses around.....(obviously wont find anything ).....so all he can see is the pod..... COP: Oh this is not legal ME: Dont mean to argue sir..but that came with the car when I bought it from the dealer COP: (grunt) walks over to the drivers side...opens door..leans in....searches for guages..turbo timer..power fc hand controller..(the usual suspects)...CANT FIND A THING !! so to smart me..for being a good "hider" COP: Check the tyres....(to his mate)...they do...nothing...check the rear wing...not loose COP: (grunt grunt)...gets annoyed now..... walks over to the other side....BANGS (and I mean BANGS) on the passenger side glass....and barks "come out" to my mate....(female).. I think of saying something....but then again..this is all being done to annoy me..so I dont bite the bullet She steps out.. COP: Show me your ID Laetitia: I have a driving licence here....hands it over..... Cop takes out a pad..writes down some details....(grunt grunt).... I am thinking to myself....what the hell is this dude on about. COP: Walks back to the engine bay...looks around again.....Oh this is just a rice burner !! ...slams bonnet closed Whacks the top of the car..and says Go ME: Thank you sir.......have a nice day Indicate and carefully pull away.............. RUDE...ARROGANT...DESPERATE TO INSTIGATE A REACTION OUT OF ME...NO MANNERS.....DISCOURTEOUS TO WOMEN..... Laetitia was dressed beautifully....she is a stunner....and yes...I feel terrible that she was made to go through something like this (I am proud of myself for not giving into getting upset..and for handling the situation pretty well I think....and very proud of her..for being so cool and relaxed about the whole thing) On a side note...im moving into a new house on Monday and will start new projects mid next week

Today was another productive day..... Went to Brendan's place for the day.....spent heaps of time chatting about car stuff as usual...had an awesome steak sandwich at the pub nearby...and trial fitted some wheels Now part of the decision to change my rims was because of the fact that my current ones are 17 inches...I personally reckon they look too small and feel 18 inch rims are the sweet spot for skylines. Also mine have a decent offset but I have always wanted to run spacers just to get a more aggressive look. Brendo happens to have a very similar style to mine...but in 18s. They are shadow chrome (silver shade) or something like that...cant remember what he told me now... SO....my options are... 1. Buy the rims from him and paint the middles gold like my current ones.... Advantages: Bigger dish on his ones....actual dish on the fronts as well....broader rims = wider tyres = I love the look from the back...no gutter rash on left hand side rims like mine. Disadvantages: The offset on his are actually weaker..so will definitely have to run bolt on spacers 2. Buy the Te37s in Matte or Satin black Advantages: I will finally have my much awaited black on black look...I can choose my offset and rim size etc Disadvantages: Money honey Opinions and suggestions welcome Few pics to help people make a decision Old versus "potential" new What his look like on my car (note: I will be changing the tyre profile...I like the meaty nascar look...so need more "tyre" on the rears) Driveway of win...rear view Driveway of win...front view Close up They have a much deeper dish look