Progress on my ZZ van
 

Here is an update on the progress of my ZZ van. Here are the pics:
http://www.thebrokenjoystick.com/pictures/zipzaps-van
For anyone that doesn't know already, these vans can be bought at BigLots for $1.00. (I have 4 of them now).

I had to Dremel the wheel wells to get it to fit. I also had to dremel a slot in the front grille. The rear of the van already had a slot but the length of the van was too long. I made a chassis extension (looks like a trailer hitch) out of a piece of a 3.5 inch floppy disk. I cut a small rectangle out and bent it into a Z shape. I put a small hole in one end then I removed the motor screw from the ZZ and put it through my extension. You can see it here:
http://www.thebrokenjoystick.com/pic...-van/van_naked
It works perfectly. The extension keeps its shape but is still flexible - it keeps the body on solidly but will bend enough for removal.

I put 2 holes in the back to add taillights. I got them to work - I made a set of 2 taillights from 2 Turbo Racers that I posted about previously:
http://www.thebrokenjoystick.com/pictures/turboracer
I'll be posting the details on the taillights soon.

Now I just have to figure out what I want to make the first van into: FedEx, UPS, SWAT, or a ZipZaps van (any other suggestions?). I may have to wait til after Christmas when I'll be getting a color printer so I can print graphics.

Brian

I suggest a Snap On Tools van... Those are really cool.


silla

That's a good idea. I found a decent picture of one here:
http://www.ldvusa.com/images/art/web...terior%201.JPG

Maybe once I get my color printer I'll try one of those too.

Brian

Did you get any more rome for mods?

Did you get any more room for mods? If so how much.

I'm not sure I understand your question. If you're asking if there is more room for mods with this body, then yes. I plan on putting (tail) lights into it and I can put all the wiring and batteries in the underside on the roof.

brian