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Old 08-08-2008, 07:31 AM
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Not a Subaru..Project RB240

Hey guys Remember me Guess what I am building A 1971 240z with an RB20DET motor swap. I just picked up the beater and have been doing some work. I wanted to share my pictures so far Engine should be going in next weekend. Then Interior restoration..then Body kit, Paint and Wheels. Enjoy!

How she arrived:
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After some sanding:
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Started Painting Flat black:
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Tapped it up:
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Finished paint results:
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My buddies 280z RB20...to get an Idea of what I am sorta goin for :
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Old 08-08-2008, 07:40 AM
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nice should be a good project, keep us updated
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Old 08-08-2008, 09:20 AM
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the guy in canada makes teh mounts they are solid though
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Old 08-08-2008, 09:50 AM
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yea ur the guy who went wrx to rx7? so you decided to go this direction huh?

good choice
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Old 08-08-2008, 10:32 AM
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Originally Posted by pwnx0rz
yea ur the guy who went wrx to rx7? so you decided to go this direction huh?

good choice
Yep that's me
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Old 08-08-2008, 11:48 AM
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Always good to turn a beater into something more valuable, not to mention capable. How are you going to go about strengthening/reinforcing the chassis to handle the RB's power outpout?
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gotta love the old school..keep us updated man
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Old 08-12-2008, 06:48 PM
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Update:

I got some racing seats installed, some better shots of the flat black job too

Enjoy




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Old 08-12-2008, 11:15 PM
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get teh head light protector

i know they are super hard to find but get em!
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Old 08-14-2008, 07:14 AM
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get teh head light protector

i know they are super hard to find but get em!
My buddy had those, I am not really into that look. Next I am gunna reupholster the door cards
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