FUKUJIMA chasis is finished

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federico

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Hello all,
Tempus fugit, and it's been more than a year since i've posted info on my Alpina B-2. I've changed residence, from Madrid to Paris and distance has slowed (terribly) the restoration. As you will see in the photos, it's Inka Orange the selected color. The chasis is ready (two coats on and it will be give another and 2 coats of clear coat). The interior has returned from the upholsterer. I've done all in black leather. It includes door panels and rear tray. It' been worth it! Looks terrific. Next phase is sound proofing. I don't want a noisy car. My 635csi has wind noise-even with new rubber seals- and I don't want to spare anything in this E9. Motor is fully dismantled and everything not perfect will be changed. The bill grows every month...and at wallothnesch they will happy though my purse has cobwebs. Injection has been sent for a complete restoration. I hope you people like it.
YOUR COMMENTS HAVE BEEN SUCH A SUPPORT...MAKES ME FEEL I'M DOING SOMETHING WORTHWHILE!

Can't wait to get the new tinted glass (all windows) on. All new exterior trim work has arrived, so now the chasis has to be done (can't leave a painted car in the shop for long, worried for scratches). I hope the car will be running before the end of the year. I'm preoccupied with the electric system. I think the best way is a completely new loom, though the one the car has was in good nick; In a case such as this, you always wonder about originality. I'm trying to keep as many original parts as possible.

I HAVE A QUESTION: When the motor block is cleaned, I will have to paint it. Some have suggested to paint it in the same color as the chasis (Inka Orange) instead of the factory black. What do you think?

Many have requested info to buy the car, and I'm really sorry for the delay. I still intend to sell it, so I can finance new restorations...a B2 with historical provenance (it's competed in Spain with the spanish CET champion Jose Angel Sasianbarrena as it's driver and owner) is something people appreciate, but in my case, I would like to build a E9 with a 3.5M6 (or M5) motor, including AC, better brakes etc as a daily driver...this E9 ALpina B2 is a "bit" to much to park in the streets....and drive thinking someone can bump into you!
Best regards to all
Fred
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remember it all started with this:


It was recommended I scrapped the car...




Ignorance has been a positive factor. Not only did I not scrap the car; we have improved the chasis against torsion with thicker (and better quality steel). It will receive a protective (marine quality) underside paint, next week, after everything is completely dried...any recommendations? It's been two steps forward and then one backwards since the beginning. I'm looking for another E9. After we have learned so much, I think we will profit from acquired experience. Even looking to take on some other E9's in the future...they are so lovely i'm becoming addicted to their restoration...

THE INTERIOR: HERE ARE SOME PHOTOS (SORRY FOR THE BAD QUALITY) OF THE NEW LEATHER INTERIOR. The quality is very good, leather very supple and smells delicious...once mounted and with our dust you will be able to discern its quality.
I think that the door panels look great!





 
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Wow, spectacular! I vote to keep the engine block black, it will be a nice contrast to the Inka. Inka body + Inka engine = too much Inka in my opinion.
 
Very inspiring Federico. Really pops in that colour.

I'm hoping to post my painted body later this week. Found out what my bill is for a years work - had to sit down for a while.
 
Engine block

Please stay with the original black engine block. The aesthetics and overall 'look' of the finished product will be spectacular. The contrasting colors are a necessity. You have the workings of a museum quality end product. Stick to originality wherever you can. Make sure you have the 'correct' paint color(s) on the suspension components. Will be simply, beautiful when finished.

Bring your car to monterey in 2016!!! DCG
 
+1 on a black engine block. Too much color matching under the hood just looks odd in my opinion.

She's looking fantastic!
 
dascoupeguy said:
Please stay with the original black engine block. The aesthetics and overall 'look' of the finished product will be spectacular. The contrasting colors are a necessity. You have the workings of a museum quality end product. Stick to originality wherever you can. Make sure you have the 'correct' paint color(s) on the suspension components. Will be simply, beautiful when finished.

Bring your car to monterey in 2016!!! DCG
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I'd love to simply be in Monterey...by overall agreement i'll have a black block! thank for you feedback, makes one fell much better...
I'll try to post some photos of the leather interior parts. It's (I believe) an improvement from original that doesn't stand out until you pay attention or touch them but door panels do seem posh...and discrete. Overall it like a higher end impression.
 
Nice progress. Project names are not easy to pick, they have to be singular and memorable. Fukujima is a good choice.
On a related topic it looks like restorations are the only modern life aspect that has gotten slower instead of faster. The only way to combat that is to start them earlier...especially before the car has rusted.
 
timing in restorations

Arde, You are quite right. In my case, it was just luck finding this E9. It's a pity people don't invest in conservation during their cars lifetime. It's cancer...if you catch it in time, salvation is viable. If not, expenses make projects unviable, save for crazy people (my case). The positive thing in my case is that I will be able to have a rigid car that will be soundproofed. And with a full leather interior. With 250hp I hope it will be fun to drive!
thanks for you post,
Fred
 
the fukujima

Gransin said:
Really great work, must feel good to finally have it painted!
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You can't imagine how! And more after so many thought it a waste of time due its original derelict condition. I'm trying to find our what improvements can be included that don't disavow its originality, making it more "modern" and drivable.
thanks for your post,
fred
 
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