"Shrek" - Biomorphic 1.8T
 

Inspired by Stu and his stunning red zed, I thought I would start my own blog/post with updates to "Shrek" (named by my other half :()

I bought the car at the beginning of December, from forum trader Simon_rs, in a bit of an unorthodox manner, I PMed Simon and asked him would he deliver it to my work office, and if as advertised I would take it! It's was and I did!

I have to say the previous owners have done a great job, there are a few issues bit fingers crossed all sortable.

Today is the first day I have had the chance to get under and over the car properly.

Started at 9am in the lovely winter sun, I started by jacking up the car to change the lower engine mount, there is a small judder at times and I had hoped this would cure it, as it turned out there was nothing wrong with the old one, but I changed it for a new one anyway.

Next was the plenums, and I am pleased I did, there was a good 4" of water in there.

Next changed the oil and filter while on the axle stands, but again it didn't really need it, but it can't hurt.

I then changed the O rings on the expansion cap, just to be sure they were up to scratch.

I then turned to the headlights, they were very dipped, I suspect the self levellers are duff, but this requires some reading up, so for now, I have adjusted the outer screws to raise the beam a little (will re-visit when its dark)

I also changed the sidelight bulbs for LED ones.

After the above, I decided to tackle the engine bay which was very filthy.

http://i.imgur.com/zGuakSXl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/y5le0KKl.jpg

I did notice a couple more jobs to do, the Xenons Headlight on the left shown above seems to have a leak as there is moisture on the inside.

I also noticed that the car must have had a spray job at the front as some point, as there is evidence of overspray.

http://i.imgur.com/GvTqZzDl.jpg

So, a break for lunch, and then its bath time for Shrek.

Simon

Looking good but I missed out on this by two days so little bit jealous so no more updates please :xmas-smiley-018:

Very nice indeed, but i would say that lol

I'm so much looking forward to seeing this car!

What interior has it got, a few pictures would be good, and is that sound deadening material on the bulkhead or just the image?

Nice car, well done. Check out my thread on xenons arms, it sounds like your ball joints are rusty and making the arms bend.

Shrek
 

Simon

Looks good mate, and can't wait to see it, and it is always nice to see one especially in that colour being looked after.

As you may or may not be aware, I picked up two doors yesterday and they were from your previous red ZT, and are in much better condition than the one's I had on, which had numerous dents on both the passenger front and rear door.

Also got to see the other Green one that Simon has in stock the ZTT Tourer

Hope to see you soon, and love the name "Shrek"

Stu

Yes, I saw it on eBay, I could have saved quite a bit, but hey ho.

It is Paul, yes, material on the bulk head.

Interior shots below :)

http://i.imgur.com/nFLcRh5l.jpg

Seats are quite good really, this is the only mark.

http://i.imgur.com/yhDLDbBl.jpg


Thanks for the pointers Simon

Thanks Stu, a bit bitter sweet to hear about the doors :( I assume this means my old car is done and dusted.

Paintwork on this is very very good

http://i.imgur.com/KX3xeyol.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/iIGO0Ksl.jpg

However, the sill trims are peeling, I am hoping Simon comes through with some replacements.

http://i.imgur.com/f8Zyi3Rl.jpg

I'm so jealous. I really wish I could have scraped the funds together for this, or the ZT-T Simon has to be fair. Keep up the good work!

Few more bits to sort

Aftermarket reverse sensors need paint
http://i.imgur.com/4hH0E8Al.jpg

Seat pocket clips fubared
http://i.imgur.com/SOaYBBql.jpg

Rear light seals to do.
Inner sill trim clips broken
Missing front window skittle clips
Wheels need doing as I fitted new centres from a 75 and they show up the wheels
http://i.imgur.com/pIeMqkgl.jpg

Simon

I have just ordered some door/floor clips, so if you need some then give me a shout, I had the same problem with the seat back, and found that if you get s small bolt and a couple of washers then you can fix it, Put the bolt and washer in from the back of the pocket, from the inside, then through the seat back, with another washer and bolt, or alternatively use a small plastic nut and bolt, something like these

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-M4-Nylo...item1c36544a9b

also we have a great paint supplier in Durham, and he can match the paint, all you need is the paint code. he does 1/4 litre tin, or spray can for around £16

Stu

Thanks for the tips Stu, much appreciated, might have a go at the seat back on the morrow :)

Being following this one glad its gone to a good home engine bay looks great keep up the good work looking forward to seeing it in the flesh lovely looking car :xmas-smiley-008:

Looks an amazing example! Such an eye-catching colour, and a lovely interior. I remember thinking it looked brilliant when I saw it on ebay. Look forward to reading your updates.

Thank you chaps, comments very much appreciated :)

Last photo today, been fiddling with the lights in the dark... Think I need white burners now, they look a bit orange against the LED side lights

http://i.imgur.com/0qttf6Jl.jpg

Simon

The above image is a perfect example of standard 4300K burners, I dare say the colour has also deteriorated over the years. 6000K will match those LED's perfectly and lift the look of the car.

I think bumper off will be a job for the next Spanner meet Paul :)

Am I correct to think these are what I need?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HID-BULBS-...item417a3e203d

if those pictures accurately shows what they'll look like then they are missing metal cages which are there for a little bit of protection, Matty sells them in his shop now (even though the pic doesn't show them he assures us they do have the cages)

http://www.dmgrs.co.uk/collections/c...aces-xbi000040

They will do the job nicely. We did the change of burners on McClaran's car and the differance was night and day.

Much looking forward to the next Spanner meet.

Thank you chaps, ill go with the ebay ones I think :)

Couple of small updates

Fitted a new head unit, with Bluetooth and a separate Mic, so far very impressive, I have made calls on the motorway, and as yet, no complaints of I can't hear you, so thumps up so far.

http://i.imgur.com/HQj9aia.jpg

Also had a some scuttle clips delivered and some Fir Tree sill clips too, so will get round to those.

Another annoying issue is wind noise, the drivers door seems a bit misaligned as can be seen here, so need to work out how to adjust it.

http://i.imgur.com/26h3gVd.jpg

Its been a frustrating weekend, I have the following parts to fit, and can't due to chopping my finger tip off and slicing my hand open.

1) K&N panel filter
2) sill trim clips for carpet retainer
3) set of stainless bolts to dress up the engine bay
4) Window scuttle clips
5) Bosch wiper blades
6) stainless exhaust tips

Only bits, but would have kept me busy.

Simon

Ouch. Hope your ok mate.

See here, my own stupid fault!

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=169163

Doing a great job there! Hope your fingers heal up. We all have slips and Im always cutting myself! Makes shaving a pain.:eek: Where did you get your stainless exhaust tips from!:drool4:

Stainless exhaust trims.. Pictures please. :}

Mmmm have I said something wrong and built something up? They are only the cheapo trims that slot over the tailpipes.

Still interested if you have fitted them though. I'm more interested how they look in the heat shield with staggered pipes than the quality..

What a fantastic looking car mate! Liking all the bits you are doing, what did you use to clean your engine bay?

Hi Mark, thank you very much :)

I just used Gunk engine degreaser and pot washing brush, then clingfilmed sensitive parts then hose piped the engine down.. :eek:

Plenty of rags and then to finish, some good old demoshine.

I intend to go a lot more in to it as Jenny has one of those X5 mop steam cleaners, so will be getting that out (when shes not looking:D)

Simon

Thanks for that mate, I'm going to have to invest in some gunk, again great job with the car, look forward to seeing it in the flesh some day

Couple of bits today.

Re did the carpet trims all round using the eBay yellow fir tree clips.

Replaced the missing scuttle clips, which now show up the plastic fade
http://i.imgur.com/Too9lX8l.jpg

Started to build up the paint on a few chips and scrapes
http://i.imgur.com/F0fkxLFl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/8aBjJAMl.jpg

Another touch up in the morning to build it up slow

I won't be fitting the exhaust trims as the look a ******.
http://i.imgur.com/NBkplKRl.jpg

Also collected side skirts from Jake on the enthusiasts site after consuming a very nice curry in Woodall Spa :D

I have some Biomorphic paint on order from Germany of all places!

http://i.imgur.com/k8OuL4kl.jpg

Under the bonnet again, fitted a K&N panel filter and adjusted the throttle cable to take any slack out.

Time allowing, will change the bumper bolts tomorrow for stainless, but need to get some copperslip first.

Simon

Shrek
 

Simon

Looking good, nice to see you getting it back to very high spec.

pm sent ref black plastic

Stu

What a great looking zt :drool4::drool4::drool4::drool4:

Cheers Gary :)

Not looking so great today, a couple of dirty photos!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.n...24363821_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.n...24016278_n.jpg

Simon

You can't help a bit of muck in this weather..

The car looks to be coming along very nicely. :}

Not exactly for the car, but just had a canvas made, just need to pick it up :o

http://i.imgur.com/1jkXfOW.jpg

Very cool.

By the way 'Big Kermit' is even dirtier! ;)

Thanks Tony, have you got Big Kermit and Medium Kermit too btw?

No just the original eight cylinders for me. :}

Great thread, just love to see these cars getting back to how they were. :}

I like the canvas, dab hand at those graphics you are. :}

That car is stunning:drool4: An excellent example.

Well, I knew I had a leak in the boot, but didn't quite expect this today.

http://i.imgur.com/3kmldTSl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/KYUh1d5l.jpg

The culprit! There were no other signs of a leak so fingers crossed.

http://i.imgur.com/Nl3Ee6wl.jpg

This the point when youre grateful your other half is addicted to shopping channels!

http://i.imgur.com/ye0TFfYl.jpg

Then out came the woodwork tools, and a new bottom made.

http://i.imgur.com/1kK7i47l.jpg

All done.

http://i.imgur.com/iCnKgbol.jpg

Did some other bits too today

New turbo vac pipes, well 2 out of 3 couldn't get to the waste gate one, so that still to do.
http://i.imgur.com/6ghGh8yl.jpg

Stainless bolts around the front of the car.
http://i.imgur.com/u1hHLRWl.jpg

Simon

Shrek
 

Simon

Where are the ducks :eek::eek::eek:

http://i.imgur.com/3kmldTSl.jpg

looks like you have hopefully sorted it, and engine bay looks nice with the Green pipes, cant wait to see it

Stu

I have been fishing today, should have tried out the Biomorphic fishery instead lol. Good to see it sorted tho....

Indeed Stu, it was a proper shock, it was only wet in one corner!

Still got plenty of dress up to do, but the miles I do it's very hard to keep it clean under there.

No fish in there, but I did find some clips I lost for my heko wind deflectors :D

Where did you fish? I used to go to willows and carpvale quite a lot, some years ago now though.

Went to Oakmere near Skipwith, caught 9 small carp and a skimmer.
Never fished either of those venues but have fished most other places around York.. Was a bit cold but great to be out again .

Were abouts in Donny are you?

Will have to look out for this green beast:D

Currently Mexborough, but just in the process of moving to Bosto, Lincs!

So be quick to spot it :)

Bit of an update,

Car is going in to the spray shop tomorrow afternoon to get some things done.

1) having oem skirts sprayed and fitted as Simon_RS failed to send on some replacement trims :mad:

http://i.imgur.com/k8OuL4kl.jpg

Will be pleased to get rid of this mess
http://i.imgur.com/f8Zyi3Rl.jpg

2) Rear parking sensors sprayed as they aftermarket black ones

3) And there is shopping cart crease on the rear door :mad:

4) plus a few other touches here and there.

The spray shop doesn't seem phased by the colour so hope it turns out ok

Simon

The spray shop doesn't seem phased by the colour so hope it turns out ok

Biomorphic is an easy colour to spray and match, done my own skirts for the V8 came up very nice.

That's good to hear :)

Perfect for summer spanner meets!
Add ice....Add beer! Sorted.

Well thankfully, it hasn't returned :)

So your outa luck :D

Biomorphic is a good colour to spray, and the same cost as normal metallic!!

Win Win :D

What about Celestial supertallic mate? ;)

Is it just me, or does your wheel well have a seriously grumpy expression!

Cliff

Its also a Cyclops :getmecoat:

Well had a go at spraying today, quite pleased with the finish,,,, just need my car back from the sprayshop to fit.

Oh and I bought a show plate

http://i.imgur.com/cUwMach.jpg

Simon

Very nice, looks like you have done a good job and like the show plate as well

Stu

Looks great Simon.

Steve

Thanks chaps, much appreciated.

Simon

Some early morning engine cleaning before starting work today, covers fitted and turbo vac pipes finally fixed.

Liking light mornings, bodywork fettling this afternoon ready for this weekends meets.

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1397209010

Simon

That really does look the business! Good work :}

Thats it, all done, wish the wheels had been done and the callipers, but he will do, just hope the weather holds now.

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1397230847

Simon

Nicely done. Loving the engine bay work :D

You know, I can't wait to see this car. The effort you have put into is a credit to you. ;)

Thank you very much chaps, still quite some ways to go, when I collected the car from the body shop, he presented me with about £300 worth of extra bits he'd noticed that are still to do :duh:

But overall, really pleased with him

Ignore him Simon, he will just be touting for business - you know what people are like that work in bodyshops :D:D:D

Steve.

Slow........:getmecoat:

Only joking Steve :D No rush ;)

Si, Stunning looking motor :)

This looks incredible si. I really wish I could have afforded the tourer that Simon had. Biomorphic green is my favourite colour of all.

Yes, you can trust a word they say :D

Thanks Dave, they are all the same, this one that did mine was 4 days late, I'm sure your will be worth it.

Thank you very much, getting there, but there is always round the corner!

Yes it looked a nice thing, it must be a lucky colour as there are still quite a few kicking around, must be about 80% of those that were made are still with us.

I'd love to own this! One of my favourite cars on the forum without a doubt.

Thank you very much, heres some more photos from the weekend meet at Studley Castle/Ragley Hall to tempt you in to making a crazy cash offer :D :D

https://scontent-a-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/...27127974_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.n...29414823_n.jpg

https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/...86128144_n.jpg

Simon

I can do a crazy cash offer no problem. How does £200 sound? ;)

What a stunner.

looks absolutely fantastic.

you can't have too many greens.

it was good when i walked out of the hotel in Halesowen last weekend to find Kermits twin in the same car park...

needless to say i moved Kermit along a bit, and took a cpl of pics :D

I asked for that :)

Many thanks, green is the future

Would have been nice get a set photo, do we know anyone who has a diesel? There were two made according to the numbers, 1 ZT and 1 ZT-T

Biomorphic green, the only colour invented by a fish oil salesman with hayfever....

Gimmie a nice BRG any day..

If you insist here's our F ;)

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1397686785

Im sure I saw a diesel mentioned here once, not definate though, weirdly though... a majority of them are in the East of the country!?!

Been painting again, got a technical grey dash set given by Jake over on the Enthusiasts, and I had some biomorphic left, so thought I would give it a try.

Considering the rough texture, quite pleased with the result.

Ran out of clear coat so might have another go over in the morning.

Not sure our lass will be please though :D and it may end up BRG if its too much when in the car, we shall see.

Simon

The Photos

Cleaning with meths
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...7&d=1398010309

Plastic Primer, plenty of this to get in the texture
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...8&d=1398010371

Makeshift spray booth in the garage.
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...9&d=1398010421

Not a bad result, but may need more clear coat
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...0&d=1398010470

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1398010507

looking shiny, more clear coat not required :)

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1398014512

I have a diesel version :}

Looking good :}

Mm mm shrek dial set would finish that nicely.

We will have to try and get a group shot with bonnets open :)

Thanks Gary

mmm not sure about that, I havent even been brave enough to fit this dash yet!

You have seen trikeys Kermit ones.... imagine a lovely happy shrek smiling up every morning....

And a Fiona on the clock :)

Do me a favour and upload a full picture inc your bio dashboard pretty please :)

I have fitted the eyebrow on its own and I'm sure I can take it on my 6:30am drive every morning :D

donkey tacho!!!!

Will get a full pic of the dash later, at work at the moment!

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/m...psa57b18df.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/m...ps6cf28d8c.jpg

It looks amazing.

Thank Trikey :) as per the PM you sent, I can imagine in photos the colour doesnt pop like it does in person.

Will definatly give it a go, very much appreciated.

In terms of Dials Klarzy, its not my bag, sorry to say :o

Not a problem Skelish....... some are alas destined for life of mediocrity...:shrug:;)

shame, I was just working on the "Huggy Bear" 70's retro set...

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Not a problem Skelish....... some are alas destined for life of mediocrity...:shrug:;)

shame, I was just working on the "Huggy Bear" 70's retro set...

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Will you stop showing me these!!

Im gonna be swapping them every few weeks at this rate!!

Will you stop showing me these!!

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http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...9&d=1398953053 finished em... mmmmmm funky retro styley

Dashboard finally fitted.

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1401550346

Will take some getting used to!

Simon

Superb! :d

very nice if i do say so :}

Thanks fellas, in person, its a lot more metallic than the photos show for some reason :shrug:

has to be one of the best cars on this forum...cracking,even if I am a bit biased towards green and green interiors.

Thats very kind, not sure how true it is, I mean what do you mean one of! :D

I have seen many cars through the forum, and there are some seriously outstanding examples, there is so much more to do on mine to get it there, but one day bit by bit.

Shrek is coming off the road as of this weekend as a daily driver, I collect this old lady from BigRuss at the weekend, she's had a tough paper round, but has a heart of gold... I hope!

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/c...russ42/465.jpg

must say this did stand out at the Doncaster Meet
even my mate in the Maestro thought it was nice:D

Well shock horror, Shrek will be undertaking a small transformation over the next month or so.

In August I'm doing one of these Gumball type rallies down to Nice and back with me and the son in Shrek, and the two step lads in our MGF, some 2200 miles in about 5 days, with two K series engines,,, what can possibly go wrong.:eek:

So the hunt has started for a new bonnet, if I can achieve this sort of look, I will be quite happy :D

I know I know sacrilege!

http://i.imgur.com/GmDi6Ql.jpg

Simon

I thought the value had to be less than £567 for the two ball rally? great idea though.

It is worth less than that :D..

To enter banger class it is, but you can do it in any car, there are a few RS Focus, some Audis etc going, I think thats why its called Two Ball

Ah right, interesting. I would love to do something like that next year.

As part of my upcoming rally, loads of parcels have started to arrive to turn Shrek in to a banger, decals, plasti dip, and thanks to my other half and her sewing machine, my outfit is sorted too.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.n...e9591ae08fd5dd

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.n...11a409a2eb4b55

More updates to come in a couple of weeks when the car gets a make over

Quick snap from our Euro Road trip, this is in the Austrian Tyrol, staying in Innsbruck tonight.

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1408232564

Very cool
 

Hi mate

What a great trip. Austria is a beautiful country.

Back to work for me tomorrow....:duh:

Enjoy the rest of your trip.

Chris

If you get anywhere near the Hungary boarder then look up a town called BUK.. spa town with some great food in the restaurants...

Also if you can go across into Slovakia, the capital Bratislava is beautiful...

Love that pic :bowdown:

Shrek still stands out even tho he's trying to blend into the background with it's camouflage. Nice photo.

Thanks chaps :) it's been a memorable trip...

Have now made it to Monaco via the Stelvio Pass.. God god that was scared stuff, overheated the brakes, going down, and popped a turbo pipe going up :D

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1408379805

Outside the casino in Monte Carlo
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...1&d=1408379944

>>>Biomorphic<<<

Sounds curable with antibiotics innit.... :o
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