Body & Paint
Discussions about bodywork and painting a Zcar.
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I have a '71z that I am rejuvenating. I really don't care for the drip rails. My friend says that if I grind them off I would ruin the character of the car. I think it would be an improvement. I would like further input from the Z community. I'll probably never drive in the rain anyway. Has anyone done/seen this. Pics would be greatly appreciated Thanks Notsonewbie PS. I fully anticipate getting flamed by some purists. I don't mind. I would appreciate any input
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In the door jamb you have the door striker plate. Was this piece originally plated with yellow zinc?
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Hey All, Just wondering if anyone new a site (or book) that details the rebuild of the 240z body (and engine i guess)? I sold my 280z a few years ago (idiot, i know) and Ive got the itch for the Z again. I'm young and dumb so I'm trying to get an idea of the work involved (a lot I know, I've been reading around) and the design of the Unit-body (uni-body? whatever), so I know better what to look for. Taking a basic body working class this summer too, hopefully that helps a bit too. Thanks for the help. or does anyone have Ideas on powder coating/under coat?
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I need to get a car cover for my 240z that will be living outside. I did not know where the best place to get one for the best price might be. Thanks in Advance PT
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Is there a seam weld just above the quarter glass on our Z cars? Vicky
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Ok so my 260z has a sunroof but I really want that hardtop look and not the typical pop-up sunroof look on my car.. theres too much work involved in taking the roof skin off and putting a new one on so ive decided to install a steel sunroof system... which means that im going to have to make a large piece of metal or fibreglass and shape it to contour the roof curve, the only thing thats visible will be a thin rubber weather seal around the sunroof. The sunroof will most likely be electronic. So my question is.. what do you guys think of this idea? And has anyone done it before on a Z?
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Ok I found a cheap siphon fed sandblaster and have access to a pretty decent size air compressor. But the more I read up on sandblasting from books in the library, they say it warps the metal, but a lot of people I know sandblast their cars to get rid of paint and rust. Not to mention play sand from Lowes is dirt cheap compared to blasting material found online like plastic beads, walnut shells, etc.
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Does anybody know if the engine and tranny need to be removed to replace the floor panel and frame rails?Also what is an average price for this work if I provide the parts?This is on a 71 240z.
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Looking at the most recent upload of that Z with the T-Tops, I was wondering how it affects the structural integrity of the early Z. I know the ZX's had them everyday, but to me that's a whole different car. What are some opinions on the T-Tops. Our cars weren't designed for T-Tops so I'm thinking this is not a good idea. But then again our cars weren't designed for V-8's but that's been done. What are some of your thoughts. Vicky
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I just got my weatherstripping kit from Victoria British and I can't figure out how to install the door pieces. I ordered the set for the 260Z. There is one sharp curve in the door weatherstripping, and a flap of rubber that runs about 18" along the weatherstripping that extends out beyond the strip itself by about 2 inches. This broad flap has a notched edge; looks like it hooks onto something. It appears that this sharp bend goes either in the lower or upper corner of the door on the side with the striker plate. I'm hoping someone who's installed this set before can help me figure out how this fits on the door! Thanks in advance
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More bondo over rust!!! Now I have to remove the rear sight shield which is over the rear bumper . It looks to be spot welded but with the angle it is at I am not sure how to go about removing it? Also what type of paint can be used on the rear trim panel around the tail lights? Learning the hard way but still having fun. Thanks Jim M
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ok I did a search and could not find where to get the headlights on the logo of this board. the z has dual bulbs per side. one looks like a turn signal while other is normal lights. anyone got an idea on this ?
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