My 97 Z4C project...A Work in Progress

***SSlowBoat*** · 11-01-2022, 10:29 AM

Originally Posted by 97Z4CZ28

Gentleman I apoligize as I dropped off of the face of the earth! Long road and long story but the short of it is two shoulder surgerys a year apart and seven bulging discs in neck with nerve impingement on one disc. Other medical issues but nothing major as well as the railroad I worked for wouldn't allow me to return to work. The railroad retirement board then medically retired me account of my age and I had over 20 good years of service. During this time I gave my life to Jesus as well as accepted the call to preach Gods Word. Several times was gonna sell my Z28 but never worked out and the last time once I laid everything out the bug bit me to pick up where I left off. So, I will update from time to time and I am gonna shoot to have her on the roadnby first of May 2023. Ten year's have passed and now i feel better than I have in years. So, here we go...again!

cant wait to see it

**97Z4CZ28** · 11-01-2022, 12:29 PM

You and me both! I am gonna start putting front suspension back together as i am re-sanding, be light as just on surface from rear wheel wells back, then prep, primer and paint. Then begin working on getting rear suspension and the rear end back in. I will definitely continue or pickup where I left off as I go with progress and photos.

**97Z4CZ28** · 09-11-2024, 11:39 AM

Well, I began in earnest where I had left off in 2022, but 2023 there was a period of about 8 months i was unable to do anything, health issues. Getting older isn't fun to say the least. But have not stopped and trying to do something every other day I can. Anyways, lots of changes in plan and direction and will try to update and post pics. I could start her up soon and have her on the ground soon only thing keeping that from happening is me at the moment! Only thing not done suspension wise is the K member. Went Miezere electric waterpump WP118HD, DeWitts radiator with shroud and dual fan set up, Earls Remote Trans cooler, and bunch of other things. Stay Tuned, once I can get time to post pics I will for those still around.

David

**97Z4CZ28** · 12-07-2025, 06:21 AM

A Year later but a lot of milestones finally reached. First she is running again like a Swiss watch. Will be getting her panted after the first of the year 2026, Finally! Once that’s done I just need an alignment, final adjustment of the suspension and pinion angle. Reinstall all the interior, and she will be good to go. 2026 is gonna be the year I finally get to drive her and enjoy her again since 2011 when I got her.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all those still lurking around like me.

Dave

**97Z4CZ28** · 12-07-2025, 06:22 AM

A Year later but a lot of milestones finally reached. First she is running again like a Swiss watch. Will be getting her panted after the first of the year 2026, Finally! Once that’s done I just need an alignment, final adjustment of the suspension and pinion angle. Reinstall all the interior, and she will be good to go. 2026 is gonna be the year I finally get to drive her and enjoy her again since 2011 when I got her.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all those still lurking around like me.

Dave