Body & Paint
Discussions about bodywork and painting a Zcar.
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My '73 (being an Illinois car originally) has rust bubbles on the bottom of each door - I have no idea how deep the rust actually is. An additional problem with each door is a previous owner installed the horizontal exterior metal door guards (the ones that would accept the brunt of a car door smacking your car door) - instead of properly filling in the holes when he/she removed those protective strips, one can clearly see (when standing at angle facing the car) where the holes were. One last problem is where the window crank handles are attached into each door panel - I purchased NOS window crank handles to replace the crummy wood handled/chrome plated abominations (that…
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so the time to shoot color on my car is drawing near. Problem is where to get the paint from. The local Wesco shop can get me paint but they seem to only want to sell me the most expensive brand ($400 or more just for the base coat, no reducer, hardener, just the base). They say they can order cheaper paint but they seem really tough to work with. So option 2: I have a coworker that says he has a connection that can get him paint at cost no other info than that. Option 3: there is an online seller called carpaintonline.com but info on brands is really spotty but there prices look reasonable, but I am suspect of this site as I can find no good or bad reviews of the company…
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Has anyone seen the Atomic Orange on the Nissan Xterra? Is that a throwback to the old 918 orange? It sure looks close to me... http://lh5.ggpht.com/_HSVbGSBie_U/ScfGZ-wyMWI/AAAAAAAABFY/IH-7gR8iKzo/s400/IMG_1857.JPG
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pics of my backyard body work. Guy as you can see..im a true professional. let me know if you need me to take over your project.
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Dull paint 1 2
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Hi, I recently bought a 240z and the paint on it is really dull. it hardly shimmers at all. It could either be old paint or a bad paint job. Is there any way to refresh the paint, at least until I have cash to repaint it? thanks! If it matters, it is a darkish maroon color.
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Has anyone molded these fender flares? I bought a car that needs flares (previous owner tried to 'make his own' unsuccessfully - so I have some work to do) and like these, but would prefer a molded look. Of course, there aren't many pictures of this fender flare close up or at angles, so I'm still undecided that these are the right ones for me. Any other options for flares? I've found a few, but most have either no pictures of few pictures of the flares on the car. I would think this should be a no-brainer if you try to sell parts.... Anyway, here are some others I've found: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180522238707&crlp=1…
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what is the best way to remove the metal piece of trim abouve the windows. I have a little rust that I need to get rid of and having them off would make the job tons easier. any suggestions...can supply pics later today if needed...thanks in advance
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Hey guys, what's up, My name is Justin, but most of the Local Z guys have taken to calling me the ZDemon. I've been a member of a few other Z forums for the last couple of years, but this is my first time on CZCC. I've had My 240Z "The DemonZ" since 06/06/06, bought a 300ZX Vert from Ed Kelly at the Z Clinic back in June to replace my SUV as a Daily Driver. But enough about me, lets jump right into the issue with the 280Z. Here's the situation. Some friends came across a guy who was trying to get a shell out of his garage, and since they knew I was looking for one, they sent it my way. I saw a few pictures of the car, and did not see any rust, but did not know anythi…
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picking up a 71 240 this weekend and it has a new carpet kit from black dragon I believe...but under the carpet is nasty brown crap. the floors are in great condition no rust at all. i want to put some sound dedening material and insulation under the carpet when i take it out to get the brown mess out. what should I use? was thinking i could get what i need at home depot...any ideas? thanks in advance...
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Does anyone know anybody who sells aftermarket chrome bumpers (just center bar) for the 280Z? I bought a rear one but all I can find for the front are OEM and they are about $1000.
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Pinstripes!
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Hey everyone, Just had pinstripes put on my burgundy '78 coupe and thought I'd post a few photos.
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I am having a perplexing problem. I pulled the window frame out of the driver door on my '73 to install something or other I don't recall now. I have been having trouble getting it back in place. I have tried a variety of window up, window half up etc... What's the secret? I have ruled out stealing the door of Bill Madamba's car and having the paint matched. He's too nice a guy and would notice the missing door if he ever did anything other than go to dog shows... :stupid:
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