Datsun 240Z Restoration - The Teardown (Part 1)
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- Опубликовано: 21 сен 2024
- This is the first episode from the restoration of a 1973 Datsun 240Z.
This car was driven in Los Angeles California and only had one owner. It still had a California blue plate on it and the cars registration expired in 1983, so it was not driven anymore at least for 40 years. For all these years it sat in a garage in California until its owner died and then it got sold to a european car dealer, where I bought it from.
It seems that the previous owner was quite a fan of this car as he made a bunch of modifications and upgrades.
He installed some nice magnesium wheels, a rear spoiler, louvres, a roll bar, a racing mirror, a new steering wheel, new radio, speakers and equalizer. The original carbureters were replaced with triple Weber carbureters and also a new exhaust was installed. He also made a very common upgrade for Califonian cars, installing an air conditioning system. The car only shows 14'000 miles on the speedometer, but as it only has five digits, it's more likely that it has 114'000 miles.
The european car dealer changed a bunch of parts to make the engine running again. New battery, carbureter funnels, starter, ignition coil, completely new brakes, fuel pump and oil filter. He also put on new seat covers. I wish I could have bought the car directly from California, to have a real barn find car.
I really like the 240Z. It's a great classic japanese sports car from the 70's. It's design is really flawless from front to rear and side to side. The shape of the car is really timless. The car gives so much to customize your own style, so it's very rare to see a Z car that looks eaxctly like another one.
I plan on doing some slight changes, but nothing that can't be undone easily. So I definitely won't cut the fenders and install fender flares. I want to keep it original, but bring my touch to it. So the car has to be better than it came from the factory. I'll make a bunch of new ones for it, yet still in a time period correct design. What I can say, that the AC unit will definitely get kicked out. These old units didn't work efficient and they break very often and since it was never original or a dealers option, I have no problems with that. I'm more a open windows driver than a AC guy anyway. Both side markers will also be removed, as this was only a US thing. The Australian models had none of them either.
In the next episode will all dents be removed, all rust removed and all body work done. The car will get blasted with walnut shells and completely painted in a new color. I don't know yet which color I'm chooseing, but I definitely plan on making an original Datsun color. That's a lot of work that needs to be done, so stay tuned for the next episode.
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I'm sharing daily updates/vlogs from the workshop. There's also a very detailed version of this video (1h 12min), which shows the disassembling of every component.
Enjoy the video...
How many hours have you spent editing the video? Very well done. Impressive.
@@RonLindsey hours? I was sitting on this for over a week. It was just too much footage... Thank you very much
This car has always been one of my favourites, glad to see you breathe some new life into it!
It's a slow process, I've been chipping away at an Alfa 105 for the last 6 years, and I'm a TV cameraman, how much of the work have I filmed?
Exactly 0, or I would get nowhere, so much respect for the work of doing both.
On the upside; all the fluids drained from the car look exceptionally clean.👍
While watching I was waiting to see how you lay out all the pieces on some very large table or floor. 😂
This is going to be HUGE. This guy restoring a car is making it as perfect as it could ever be
its gonna look better than it did the second it rolled off the factory floor
See you in Episode 12!
I know... when I read the title and saw the thumbnail I was like, "WHAAAAAAAAAAAT?!" Huge is... this is a gross understatement. This... this is going to be utterly EPIC!!!
That's what I want to see!!! Not the Tavarish McLaren P1 bullsh*t!!! I'm so exited.
It will be a work of art when he's done
The restoration that will break the internet. Looking forward to all episodes!!!
I hope so haha
I hope not . How would I watch the next video ?
@@johnhuber7188 With a internet emergency generator of course. I will restore one ASAP, know that I know its needed very soon
@@mymechanics I have no doubts at all. Great project bro
no problem if he breaks the internet... he will make a new one
I’m not sure what’s more impressive, giving the My Mechanics treatment to a whole car (I’m sure every single bolt will receive some love), or the fact that you painstakingly documented the whole process for all of us to watch.
I think about that a lot. He's not just taking this car apart and restoring it. He's setting up thousands of shots. Such excellent work.
I wonder if this will help with getting the car certified in the technical inspection.
How about the fact that he did it with mostly hand tools?
@@pefington no it won't. The work still has to be inspected by eye, as anything could have been changed prior to inspection.
@@CadillacDriver Thank you, I was wondering!
My dad restored three cars in his lifetime. To restore a car as professionally as this guy does takes years. Plus he’s editing these videos on top of it for us. I’m sure he’s still hard at work on this project and we just need to be patient while the master works!
Yeah all the interior stuff and wiring on top of body work oh lord
@@henrik1743 ... he makes a new one.
@@henrik1743don't forget the engine
@@musiclibrary5440 these Engines are pretty easy to work on though, very simple and basic.
@@henrik1743true but given how precise this man is.. haha i still think it will take a long time!!
This guy is on another level... He disassembled an entire car in less than 26 minutes and grew another pair of arms.
He didn't "grew" another pair of arms. He make a new one(s)!
@@NatePilgrim i'll make a new one 😆
@@NatePilgrim with a lathe, probably
I grow extra arms too when i need them. i just borrow meat from my 3rd leg. I usually have enuf to go around.
I took my toaster apart in 23 minutes, but I can’t put it back together.
This restoration is going to be the very best vehicle restoration on the entire internet, I guarantee it. It'll be a long ride, but absolutely worth it.
For sure.
I worry for the time he spends making screws by hand for the car...
"This body panel is damages. I make a new one!"
I kinda expect him to say "I'll order a new one" for some of the parts, but this is going to be epic.
@@Holammer If he starts restoring screw heads it will be art.
Can't wait to see it in better than new condition!
I am not a car guy and I'm sure there are already hundreds of channels that do car restorations, but because of how precise and careful all of your work is I am so excited to watch this series.
Same.
Car is broken... I make a new one
i am a car guy, and i agree.
Here here.
yes
I’ve been coming back and hoping for a new video. I know that this is a huge project for this guy. I can’t wait to see the smile on his face when he drives it for the first time (restored)
Came back as well to find out if I missed a recent upload, it´s the longest time without uploads since 3 years...
He's working hard! Huge project
Same here man
@@tommyherbertson8037takes people years to do these kinds of projects
Same man
Judging by the years that I have been watching this channel, this is going to be hands down the best Car Restoration ever done on RUclips. And I’m all for it 🤩
Wow, thanks!
@@mymechanicscan you show live for only me
@mymechanics we trust and respect you. We all think the same
Theres a chap in UK that did a magnificent Subaru restoration.
@pendzel55 what's his name?
I swear once this series is completed the car will look newer than when it came out of the factory. This is going to be huge, awesome project!
He would have made another one.
Years back, Nissan collected a significant number of used 240zs . The cars were completely refurbished and resold. A Google search will turn up the details. Pretty cool on Nissan's part.
@@Flavum That's interesting! Very good on them indeed, I cannot see any other manufacturer doing this type of move, sadly
@@Spiralem True
@@Spiralem xD , this car is too broken..... "so i made a new one" i can see it so clearly xD
Judging on the amount of care and work mymechanics puts into restoring simple household appliances like coffee bean grinders, this series will be HUGE. I'm looking forward to it with excitement.
Well said!
Thru the miracles of modern videos (and EDITING !!) it looks so fast and easy.
Anyone who has done anything like this knows ... it ain't so.
Turn the screw, change the camera, edit. Repeat x 10,000
.😊
Omg. Please, please put the same attention to detail into every nut and bolt of this thing. Cut no corners. Restore, polish and fix ALL of it, and this will be one of the most insane series on all of youtube. I will watch every second of it. ❤❤
This would go down in history as one of if not the greatest car restoration of all time.
Not only is this work tedious and time consuming to begin with, the amount of extra work and time it must take to set up cameras and film it all as you go, and then reviewing and editing all the footage too. On top of the sheer quality of work this man does, he truly is the king of restoring anything he puts his hands on
totally! Let's not discount the effort into video and sound that he puts in. His work is phenomenal across the board.
I was wondering why he hadn't posted anything in quite a while. This answered that question for me. Especially since he showed doing it all with hand tools.
@@overyonderjustapiece You know... I just figured, like so many other creators, he had just grown tired of all the work involved in putting out content over and over again. Little did I know he didn't grow TIRED of the work... he went and piled MORE work on top of everything else with an EPIC restoration project.
However, some of the video recording, including a lot what we don't see in this final edit, is probably really useful to know what goes back where, especially on such a complex project.
The quality of the video production is off the charts.
We just watched an entire car disassembled in 26 minutes.
Welcome to Oscar level "video editing".
I can’t wait for this one. It’s going to be a massive restoration. If he applies the same attention to detail as he does on his other projects it’s going to epic.
He will
This series has just begun but, coming from My Mechanics, I'm already certain that it is going to be one of if not the best car restoration on RUclips.
Dude, he's a god among men. The car will be better than new! I can't wait!
True
It is going to be the best documentation of a car restoration... *terrible Jeremy Clarkson impression intensifies* ...in the world! ;-)
Am I the only one who loved that there was no talking just on-screen descriptions and the sound of the parts being removed? This is so relaxing.
That's nice to hear, thank you!
I see a car, I see part 1, I see my mechanics. Instant fave and I'm not even done with the video yet. This is going to be epic
Thank you very much, I'm glad you like it :-)
As long as we don't have another Binky situation at hand. Though... that one is just wrapping up, so maybe I am in need for another multi-year car journey to replace that one...
Same here. I’m excited for this multipart series 🎉
If this turns into a 100-episode series, I will watch every single one multiple times. Great to have you back and committed to a fun project!
Exatamente, por conta desse canal, eu parei de assistir vários outros, ninguém tem a competência desse rapaz, impecável, incrível! Ansioso por esse projeto.
same, dont know what but something about his videos is so relaxing, hope we get a lot of episodes :)
You and me both 😅
Car restoration by mymechanic? This is exactly what I needed. This is huge man, keep it up
No!
I sure will, thanks a bunch!
@@mymechanics Hey mymechanic when can we expect Episode 2?? Can't wait for this build.
I mentioned this in another comment - What a tremendous choice of car! Stylish, fun, well-engineered and reliable. A big part of Nissan/Datsun's legacy. Bravo!
I keep coming back to see if there's any updates about this project.
No new video for 4 months... I hope this did not put too much pressure on you. It's okay! This is indeed a big project so we'll be patient.
If you meet difficulties, it's okay to pause, delay or even cancel the project if it's too much. Physical and mental health are more important than anything.
Whatever is happening, all my support and greetings from France 🇫🇷 ✌🏻
Agreed! Same feelings. Greetings from Latvia.
Same, and same!
From Oregon, USA!
@@SeraphusInferisOregon, USA as well ✌️
Same
@@ysnsmthWhere’s the second channel?!
Didn’t disappoint. The level of disassembly just shows this is going to be an epic vehicle restoration. Patiently waiting for every episode.
Level of disassembly? You mean like a normal rebuild disassembly? I see nothing here that isn't the norm for car restoration.
@@CadillacDriver it's more the thing that we all know the level of restoration this guy has done in the past that builds anticipation. I almost feel bad for the guy cause I expect perfection and this is a big project lol
@@slashdotism yes yes, he is a master in his field, I've seen all his restorations and I will definitely be following the Z car. It's one of my favourite cars. Probably a little different for all the Americans, because as a Kiwi, we have had every single Japanese car on our roads, since day one of their manufacture. So to me, as much as this dude's craftsmanship is superior, I also feel much of his audience is viewing this restoration through rose-tinted glasses. I suppose what I'm saying is that it isn't as "special" or "rare" for me, as these cars are part of my culture - Americans have only had the pleasure of Jap imports relatively recently compared to us.
@@CadillacDriver what are you even talking about. Just trying to find anything to make you feel important? I like watching this guy restore things, his skills are impressive. He’s never done a large restoration like this. So, seeing how he disassembled everything, it’s shows me it’s going to be a great restoration. I’ve seen a ton of restorations, I don’t even know what the car is and I don’t care. I’m here for the restoration part. Who cares where someone might be from. I guess only kiwis can truly appreciate what’s going on with this restoration. Guess I’ll stop watching then.
@@killert9098
For a start, you completely misunderstood my post.
I literally said it's LESS of a buzz for Kiwis - so your entire post and patronising tone missed the mark by a very, very long way.
I'm a fan of this guy's work and you clearly overlooked that part of my post, just so you could attempt to flame me.
Imagine being like you and getting all heated and angry because someone isn't quite as enthusiastic about something as you are. What a life you must live. What you've done is twist my post around entirely to make me out to be some kind of troll - the problem here is that you took from my post what you THOUGHT I said and meant - not what I actually did say - as evidenced by your second to last sentence that insinuates the polar opposite to what I actually said. Imagine getting so offended over someone else's personal perspective on a restoration video. Wow. Just wow.
As for "trying to feel important", I notice you didn't actually answer my question. What makes this disassembly so special and stand out? There is absolutely nothing here that is any different to a proper car restoration. Seems to me it's YOU who posted to like-grab.
I honestly cannot fathom how long this restoration is going to take, given your attention to detail, but I’m here for all of it, and will enjoy every long-form video you put out for this project. These cars are so incredibly beautifully designed.
The Director's Cut we got on Patreon was an hour & 12 min. Yeah, I did his long videos.
Going by his level of perfection, this car has a thousand man-hours of work on it
@@Vickie-Bligh You may have single-handedly convinced me to sign up for his patreon.
@@vulpinemachine We have fun there.
A My Mechanics-level restoration is what this 240Z deserves and what we all need. Looking forward to seeing this project all along the way!
This is the most well made and orchestrated restoration project I have ever seen on the internet.
Glad to hear that, thank you very much
@@mymechanics When you do good work people see that and appreciate the final reveal.
This series is going to be THE standard by which all other automotive restoration videos are measured. Can’t wait for episode 2!
@danielnorman8595 😄
As if restoring an entire car wasn't already a ton of hard work. To also film and edit the whole thing is astonishing. I'm beyond impressed with the scope of this project. And there's not a doubt in my mind that it'll be entertaining as hell and look like a work of art by the end. Thanks for all of this, seriously.
I'm thinking the editing may be as involved as the restoration project itself! Can't wait to see the final reveal!
I'm only 3 minutes in and already the thing I'm most impressed by is that you filmed this. So many camera angle changes, you're so patient and dedicated to every shot.
I had a similar thought. Setting up the camera angles for each removed part must have added hours (if not days) to the removal of all the parts. Also, I can't imagine the time it took to edit this episode alone.
Not nearly enough people understand and appreciate how difficult it is to a) build an interesting thing and b) document that build in a way that manages to be entertaining and insightful. It's constantly switching between "working on the thing" and "setting up the camera". In addition, finding a great shot may mean having to awkwardly stand out of the frame, making the building action so much more difficult. Not many creators are able to remain patient throughout the whole process and often a really great build will suffer because the documentation is lacking or cut short.
@@gregfraser4052 - Not to mention in such tight spaces.
And the editing was spot on. Magic balance of getting enough of each part removal to show it being taken off while not getting so much of it that it would be boring. This was a fantastically satisfying disassembly video. Can’t wait for part 2.
fucking hell man i just made a comment like that to...he did a DAM FUCKING GOOD JOB on this one.
I'm impatiently waiting for part 2. I love watching your videos to relax. I really appreciate your level of workmanship and attention to detail.
good news :p
I restored 240Z-s for 2 years until April this year at S30 world. I can't wait for how this turns out, since your restorations are always unbelievable!
A few points:
Don't jack the car on the front of the sill, better use the longitudinal support (idk what's it called), where it is still flat and starts to curve upwards. If I'm correct, the rear jacking point is already 280Z style, it's easy and reliable to jack there, for even the rustiest cars.
It is strange for me to delete the side markers, as European 240Zs had them on the front, as far as I know (just not lit). I've restored a Holland car, and 2 Portugese ones. They all had the side marker up front, but not on the rear.
Congrats on the triple Webers! I think they are rare and very cool.
I see the car has been repainted once, wonder why, if it wasn't used since 83. The repaints from US are usually horrible quality, bad masking and not taking off parts before paint.
Another thing is: this car is in spectacular condition in my opinion, I rarely saw a 240z this rust free, accident free, and modification free. Even the exhaust came apart that easy...we usually had to cut them. And the bolts! Still nice galvanization on most of them, and most of them are factory I see. We always restored the cars with original bolts and screws, with the right color galvanization, it is very satisfying. Ahh my days, even the brown insulation under the carpets are perfect! (I mean perfect to make templates off of!) Usually they are deteriorated to dust! I think this car was not even in need of a restoration haha!
Too bad on the seat covers, they try hard to look factory, but in my eyes it looks like cheap knockoff.
I'm excited to see what you do with the cracked dashboard, it was always problematic to fix!
A note on the air conditioning: what I've heard, is that those were dealer-fitted when sold in the US, but in a terrible way. They simply punched holes in the firewall, no cares given for waterproofing or rust protecting it. I've seen the exact same AC controls mounted to that spot under the dash. Also the undercoating was done in the US too as far as I know, originally they had greyish factory color on the underside (so if the car is green for example, then greenish grey).
Oh and on the tailgate inner panel: There are 4 "self tapping" screws that hold it onto plate nuts besides the typical Datsun plastic clips; therefore it was rightly installed!
Also on the vinyl carpets glued to the chassis: You can reuse a lot of them! These are very good quality. We usually heat gun them off carefully, and if they aren't torn, you can wash them in engine cleaning solvent in an ultrasonic cleaner on 40-50°C and they'll be as good as new! The replacement ones you can buy are not a very good fit/quality. So it was a bit painful seeing you rip them off so harshly.
Speakers: passenger side there was no speaker in 240Z, so it's not missing.
Before blasting (maybe I'm late) I recommend you cut off all the rubber covers from the little metal clamps (?) all around the car, in engine bay, under dashboard, besides the sills, around trunk inside, and around fuel tank under the car. They can be rusty later sometimes if you leave the rubbers on, because it is not painted at all under it if I remember correctly.
As for modifications, I recommend installing a rear sway bar, as your chassis already has it prepared (like EU or 280 versions).
Ok enough of me rambling, have fun with the restoration!
Edit: correction on sidemarkers
Upvote this mans post.
I think I used the jacking points which were shown in the original service manual. Haven't shown it in the video, but the frame rails are quite deformed.
I really like the clean look with the side markers removed. I know having them front and rear was only in USA, the european models had them only in the front, I think as indicators (might be wrong on that), but the australian models had none. And that looks just sweet. Also the australian model had clear front indicators, which I'm also going to install. So technically I'm making an optical Australian version of it. In Switzerland it's actually not needed for a car to have side markers or side indicators, just on that note.
The Weber's are indeed super cool, especially look pretty cool with the short open funnels. Might need to change that because of dirt or dust getting sucked in.
You can see very bad paint job on the little mini hoods over the battery. There's also paint on the rubber seal of the tailgate. I've seen some minor structural damage in the driver side frame rail, being bent inwards. I think the car once had a little hit on the front left. But I could not spot any body filler with the paint thickness measuring device. Passenger side foot room has also some rust holes about a finger wide and the rust damage on the rear rocker panel. The rest looks really in very good condition. Truly a Californian car. I actually had to cut the exhaust, you can see if you slow down the video. I wanted to cut both sides and film the second cut, but it already came loose with one. So there's no footage of the cutting. But yes, no problems with the bolts.
Ohh I really wish he wouldn't swap the seat covers.
The AC will definitely get kicked out. I really dislike the huge block on the passenger side and the punched holes in the fire wall. Also looks ugly in the engine bay. I googled for how much these units sell for. But all I found was forums people complaining how bad they work, if they even work haha. I'm an open window driver in the summer anyway, even with my 2014 daily driver. So no thinking twice about the AC.
Oh I never new about the vinyls. But I really dislike the cheap diamond pattern on them. So my plan was never to reinstall them. I want to completely make the interior myself. I even want to try making my own seat covers. Depending on the color I'm painting the car, the light brown interior might not even fit anymore, let's say if I paint the car yellow it would look really bad.
Interesting not on the speaker, that's kind of weird. So the whole car only had one speaker??
Before blasting I'm going to remove also all the sound deadening matts and also undercoating. So the blasting will progress faster.
Thanks for the tip with the sway bar.
Where are you from?
Could you reach out to me on email for further tips and tricks?
Thanks a lot for the comment
@@mymechanics email sent!
@@TiborSzarvas received it. Will respond tomorrow. Thanks a lot
Well the ones on the rear arches had holes in them from the roll bar.
Well, now we know why there haven't been new videos in such a long time! This is quite a step up in scale from your usual projects - and judging by your level of precision and attention to detail, this will soon be the most perfect 240Z in the world. Can't wait to see all of it!
A car restoration by this great channel is one of the most pleasant surprises to us the subscribers. What a treat! This changes everything! :)
Thank you very much!
Once the car is finished, I'm gonna send the videos to my grandfather who's a retired mechanic. I think he'll appreciate someone restoring this beauty!
Oh wow. I shouldn’t be surprised you chose one of the iconic Japanese models. Im so grateful to witness your work
Well worth to be restored, a real classic car!
Each time you removed something I felt my breath being more and more taken away at the prospect of staggering amount of work needed to be done.
Huge respect.
As both a big fan of your work and a huge car guy I couldn't possibly be more excited! Witnessing you restoring an entire car (let alone a 240Z) is going to be absolutely wonderful! It definitely is a huge project but I think it will very much be worth it in the end! I'm looking forward to the further episodes, no matter how long it will take!
With all the respect for the process, I’m wondering how many times we all will see this saying “I will make a new one”. It is hands down already the best RUclips content.
dude went from restorating a lamp to a straight up car. mad respect
You say that like he is done. Do our country next!
Restoring ghost town next :)
@@RyanJGaffney If you're talking about the USA, I'm not sure even he could fix this mess.
@@davids6533 if anyone could it's gotta be him. Just take everything apart, clean it, and when anything is beyond repair "I make a new one" it
Knowing all the previous videos, we can safely say, it will be way better then when it was brand new from the factory. I would binge watch all off it in one go!
Way better that watching a dude violating a McLaren P1...
As an owner of a few Datsuns myself, I can say with certainty that you will have an absolute blast restoring yours. They're extremely simple and easy to work on, and they have a huge aftermarket with performance upgrades and reproduction sheet metal for common rust spots. There are also plenty of interchangeable parts that you can source from other Datsun and Nissan models. I recommend perusing forums like Ratsun and Classic Zcar for any tips or tricks to smoothen out your restoration.
I'm looking forward to your next episode. Welcome to the Datsun family!
Yeah I had a 180 stuck a engine in from 200 series, 5 speed gearbox. Weber carbs. Went great till I blew the clutch.
@@SimonShaws I am sure they are not, but these words sound like jibber jabber to me. 😂
Do people usually go through these lengths to restore cars? Like, is it a common thing? I know nothing about cars, so I was surprised seeing all this disassembly
@@FilAsians Not unusual for a complete restore. The body needs a lot of work and probably respray entire thing. Possibly even dip it.
@@SimonShaws that's interesting. The more you know.
NO WAY! I drove a 1972 Datsun in high school and this has always been my DREAM CAR! It’s so underrated, incredible!
Bruh…. We waited so long but meanwhile he’s been working hard at giving us his best project to date. Well worth it!
If this turns into a 100-episode series, I will watch every single one multiple times. Great to have you back and committed to a fun project! I'm only 3 minutes in and already the thing I'm most impressed by is that you filmed this. So many camera angle changes, you're so patient and dedicated to every shot. I swear once this series is completed the car will look newer than when it came out of the factory. This is going to be huge, awesome project!
I don't care if this series lasts the next 5 years I'll be here for every and I mean every single episode!!!!
I've been rebuilding and modifing an 81 Camaro Z28 for 16 years off and on, it's finally done! Can't wait to see this car!
There is no piece of content on this entire platform that I am looking forward to more than THIS series. I cannot fully convey how excited I am for the next parts of this series. Your breadth of work prior to this has given me some wonderful expectations.
I'm giddy in anticipation! Cannot wait for more!
Glad you enjoy it!
@@mymechanicsit's amazing, keep it up!
This comment put in words my feelings
Omg my favourite car of all time and the best, most skillful restoration channel of RUclips combined! This makes me very, very happy. Amazing work as always friend.
Nice to hear that, thank you very much :-)
I can't even imagine the steps/process it takes to keep track of where everything goes when putting it all together again. This is on another level for this channel, really unexpected and one of the many reasons it is the best channel for this kind of content. The car is absolutely stunning too! Such a gorgeous shape... I wish you all the best on this and looking forward to the next video!
Probably A LOT of ziplock bags and egg cartons and meticulous notes. Not to mention everything being on video, haha.
Here's the answer:
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@@mymechanicsAwesome!! 👏👏👏👏👏
@@mymechanics what does that show for us non-instagram users?
@@coler154it shows a plastic case with dividers full of all the small parts and bolts. All labeled on the lid
I was not expecting a very huge restoration project!! no wonder you haven't updated for so long... The wait is worth it.. Can't wait to see next episode!!
Oh boy is it ever. He's doing the body work right now just the way you imagine him to. It's stunning.
Mixing the restoration of a car and My mechanics is one of the greatest combo in history. I'm already waiting for the next episode! I can't imagine the amount of work it was disassembling, restoring, ans reassembling. What a project!
My parents had a 280Z when I was young. Have always loved these cars and your channel. This series is literally a dream come true for me. Thanks!
Glad to hear that, thank you very much
The amount of work and detail you put into your restorations, I can't wait to see what you do with this beauty.
I've been watching you for years now. Watching you restore old tools, and even build brand new stuff on occasion, has been a real pleasure. This is going to be an incredible series. I can't wait for the rest!
Please do not rush on any step during this process. I'm sure that a lot of subscribers, if not all, recognize your skills, your dedication to details and the extreme quality of every restoration you take on. It is a pleasure witnessing the transformation of one object from being old and rusty to brand new (and sometimes even better than what was originally.) Looking forward to the next video keep up the good work Sir!
The proof that you don't need to say anything to make great content. Best restoration channel by far.
Watching this is infinitely better than those workshop programs we have on TV, where the program spends more time talking nonsense and with big cuts and time lapses, than showing the actual restoration of the car, in detail.
Great work
You got that right!
As a gearhead, this is the most excited I have gotten for any series, ever. I cannot WAIT to see how this unfolds, and I know for a fact I'm gonna love every second of it. I already do. You, MyMechanics, have earned a special place in the hearts of classic car enthusiasts everywhere. Cheers!
as someone who doesn't know or especially care about cars... same lol
Exactly, I feel the same way. I have a project '78 280z, and this looks to be an amazing series
I don’t know why I expected any less than the car being completely stripped down 😂 you never seize to amaze me man. Your skills and your craft are unmatched. One of one!
I think you want to say "cease to amaze me".
I can’t even begin to express how excited I am to see you restore a car! You, along with primitive technology, are the last two RUclipsrs that I get genuinely excited to see that you have posted a new video! Thank you for the years of entertainment , education, and inspiration. Keep up the great work.
Old school mechanic, I watch a lot of videos on youTube, fixing, restoring, working on etc on all types of vehicles, but 99.9% of these mechanics use powertools to remove/fit parts, I love the fact that not a single power tool was showing being used in this video, reminds me of when I first starting driving and working on my own vehicles, as nobody used power tools to work on cars, some had air tools ( from big garages etc )
Looking forward to the next video on this car, always been one of my favorite cars.
now this, this is a step into a new level of restoration.
It will be. Typically "auto restoration" gets done by those in the auto body business who do it often but in this case, we have a finely tuned machineist type who will have a completely different outlook to how a restoration should be performed. I'd think most car people will notice a vast difference.
I always asked my self "Would My Mechanics restore a car? At what level he would do it?". Now I'm gonna find out.
I'm not gonna lie: I'm exited to see each chapter of this long journey.
My wife and I have been watching your restorations from the very beginning. Your restorations are on another level. We love how the end result is always better than when the item was new. No rough edges etc. Can't believe you're taking on a restoration of a car. Just this disassembly video is already beyond anything we've ever seen before. Can't wait for the next video. This series is going to be truly epic. Thank you so much.
More thumbs up are needed to express the level of appreciation for the beautifull work that has been done already.
I'm always so impressed by the research he does and knowing what is original and what is not!!
Holy, that will be an amazing project! I can't wait for the next episode! Do you have the other videos already recorded? Or do you plan to make them along the way? Thanks!
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This is going to be a great series. Knowing how you make things better than the day they were made this is going to be one of the best versions of this car in the world.
This is honestly one of the coolest series i've ever seen on youtube. So excited for the future episodes. Amazing job my friend. You deserve all your success. You are truly talented and very thorough.
I can't believe it's finally happening. I always dreamed about "my mechanics" restoring a car!!! I'm very excited to follow all the videos of this project. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I know! Bringing his mad skills to an otherwise daunting task like a full car restoration? Can he rise to the challenge? I think we all know the answer.......
Considering what you have accomplished in the past, this is going to be a stunning transformation! It might seem Ambitious to those who are new to the channel but of all the restoration channels there are on here, im so glad it’s you! Im rubbing my hands in glee already
I've never before anticipated an "episode 2" so much in my life
Sometimes you just stand back, shut up and watch. Having just discovered the channel I don't care how long this resto takes. I'm in for the long haul. Bravo!
Thank you very much
I'm really impressed: this is really a huge project and I'm 110% sure that this car will be better than new!
I noticed that your garage is all white and perfectly clean like an operating room. Also, in this video, you disassembled a whole car but you showed us always cleaned hands. These are two examples of the unbelievable attention you put in your work and in your videos!
Thanks for sharing them to us!
Fingers crossed!
Also noticed clean hands, as mine get filthy within 5 minutes of a project..
My dad was a mechanic for 30 years, and I am certain he would've loved this, and I would have loved watching it with him, it would take me back to when I was a little girl standing on the bumper of his Chevy Cherokee watching him work under the hood❤ I miss my dad.
Datsun 260Z owner here and I am so excited for this! We know your level of craftsmanship and to see you working on this is amazing! This car will be nothing short of amazing once done!
I have anxiety remembering what screws & parts go where when I disassemble my computer. This is something else 👑
It is absolutely incomprehensible to me how anyone can know how to put this back together and I cant wait to see you do it! Absolutely fascinating as always!
It does help he has video of the whole thing.
@@kirksmith347 Of course, but I can't imagine it's easy with something with so many parts. I mean he obviously knows what he's doing, but it will still always be utterly impressive to me haha
This is your biggest challenge. Knowing how you take old and decrepit items and make them look better than when they were new has me all excited to watch the rest of this restoration series.
Yesterday I had to disassemble one door of my car because of one damn cable. The repair took some while. So I really appreciate the huge amount of work you put into this project, restoring a whole car 😄 looking forward to the project, this will be huge 👏🏼
“I’ll make a new one”. It will be brand new when finished!
This will be the inspiration for the restoration of my BMW E12.
Your work is outstanding and I can’t wait for the next instalments.
man you just brought your channel to another level. no other restorer compares to you.
I've been following you for years, but when I've opened my feed today I was truly amazed. This is a huge project, and I'm so glad you took it. Can't wait to see the next episodes!
Thank you so much for your support :-) much appreciated
Brings back memories of my own Datsun Z that I had from 1977 until 1998. I restored it myself. Replacing the dashboard with a new uncracked one was a chore. Make sure you get an upgraded fan if available. The original fan and radiator is prone to overheating. Great video!
The dashboard was tough to get out with all the bits and bobs connected to it. It would be possible to take it out with the harness, just unplug it completely from the two other harnesses. That would definitely make it a lot easier. Thanks for the tip with the fan, I'll upgrade mine then as well.
@mymechanics Agree on fan, however Switzerland temps may be OK except global warming :)
@@SimonShawstrue, but since it's known to be an issue, I'm going to upgrade it.
Z car garage is almost never changing the original fan and he’s building Zs with 500hp 🤷🏻♂️
I love to see your channel still thriving with many views even if you dont post as often! Your content helped me relax and sleep for a few years. Youre just awesome and I cant wait for part 2! ❤
There were several times watching this that I said aloud to myself “Holy cow, dude…” just the more and more parts I saw that I knew you would have to restore completely perfectly or you couldn’t rest. The scope of this project, not to mention the amount of EDITING that’ll have to go into it even after the restoration is done, is truly mind-boggling to me as someone who got into machining later in life and never was very familiar with cars or their workings. I’m excited to see this project unfold, I’m sure it’ll be a great learning experience!
It's honestly nice that someone is thinking of the poor editor. So much footage is gonna come from this
God every time I see a 240 I'm blown away by how pretty that car is. When you show the bare chassis it's just a striking piece of design. So excited to see you give it the meticulous treatment you're known for. A piece of art like that deserves it.
I can garantee that we all posting coments here have watched hundreds of restoration chanels here in youtube, and none of us could name a single one to match you. every litle thing you do for your videos are always perfect choices. no music, no background, no conversation, no long takes, no short takes, perfect light, perfect image, perfect sound (almost ASMR) and absolutly flawless restoration thecnics in every single piece. its an ART. So, you earned it: GOAT!
Despite being 2 years younger this looks exactly like the one i bought in high school. Ever since these have been my favorite and dream cars. Its great to see someone doing all the things i wished i could have done to mine, need the next episode asap.
This is going to be the nirvana of all and any kind of RUclips videos. Huge respect.
Not really. Everyone is drooling over this, as if it is some kind of "never been done before" thing. Odd behaviour.
@@CadillacDriver Not sure why you think like that but watch his Scooter restoration for a reference.
@@JacquesReverdi-jr8mt "for a reference" 🤣🤣
I've seen ALL his videos, fool. Why are you insisting that he's the only person capable of restoring a car to the highest quality?
You are all some kind of special, and seem to think he invented the ground-up rebuild 🤣🤣
This man is not THE ONLY person on the planet who has or can make a car perfect, to nut and bolt perfection. Anyone who claims that knows nothing about car restoration and needs to shut up.
I can’t imagine how many hours it must have taken just to get to this stage of the restoration. The planning and financing to even attempt it must be eye watering. I am interested to see what you do in this restoration. Especially with the wiring loom and heater core.
Good luck with your project. I look forward to seeing more.
Worth every single second we waited for this!! What an amazing project! The amount of hours working in the car, in the parts and editting will be insane... I can't even start to imagine. Thanks for this man! You're trully an artist. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
wow! im so excited for this. my dad and i worked on my grandpa's old car, it was a 1976 Datsun B210, this was back in the 90's. We fixed it, had to take the engine apart, the key wouldn't work so we put a switch that started it instead. It was the best! I drove that car through college and after.
Ive been secretly hoping that you’d restore a car for years. So excited to watch this this afternoon 🛠️👑
This reminds me of a story back when I used to work as a maintenance engineer for laboratory diagnostics analyzers. Few times, when I would perform a preventative maintenance and disassemble the analyzer into millions of pieces, a customer would ask me would I be able to assemble it back again. I always jokingly said "nah, another crew will come next week to do that". The shock on their faces were priceless.
Finally someone who will restore a car properly and from the ground up. I'm already looking forward to the next episodes. 👍
I am at the edge of my seat waiting for the next part!!
I'm sure once this is done, it'll be the most valuable Nissan on the planet. I can't even wrap my head around how you'll accomplish such a massive goal.
Thank you for letting us watch you work
The man must have amazing organization skills to pull this off, if working on his own. My guess is a team of helpers. Where do you find parts for a fifty year old car. Not some parts, but all parts.
@@Danny-bd1chyou make new ones obviously ;)
@@warrenoidsHow do you make rubber seals?
Idk about most valuable but it'll be worth probably what a standard restored 240 is. Maybe like 20-40k.
@boutek You cut them from a larger piece.
I mean, I was waiting for a new project... but I did not expect something mind blowing like this ❤
Happy to hear that!
@@mymechanics Agreed, my brain is now a bowl of pudding! I can't wait to see this thing roaring down the road. And I'm not even a car guy.
Dude, I love your restorations and I’m a petrolhead. You restoring a car is like a dream come true. I’ll be tuning up for next episodes. Good luck!
I'm currently in a big restoration as well, and even when I'm no professional by any means, the amount of bodgejobbery and dodgy installations I come across really astounds me. It's as if people tried to be a cheff while using terpentine for cooking. This project is going to look amazing and I'm glad you're going for the original look.