Body & Paint

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   where to find 2+2 rocker panel

   March 10, 2004 by aaron-san

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   i got a 76 280z 2+2, not much rust that ive seen so far except the rocker panels and a little on the rear panel before the rear wheel. i've checked MSA and VB but neither of them sell panels for the 2+2. i found a body shop that will cut it out and form new pieces to fit in. they want $2500 to do that and smooth out all the small dings, sand it down to the metal and do a color change to black. but i'd rather get replacement panels so i know they'll be closer to excact. anybody know where i can look or have any other suggestions. also does anyone know the difference in length and wieght for coupe vs. 2+2? i appreciate any help.

   

   Last reply by MikeW, March 10, 2004
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   pannel shops how $$$

   March 8, 2004 by 260freak

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   i was just wondering what sort of $$$ i be sending if i took my 260 to a pannel shop and got them to strip it all to bear metal fix the rust and respray? even jus a ball park figure. also has anyone found a good pannel shop in perth (australia) that specalise in this sort of thing? i think raod craft used to but i think they closed down. any help will be appriciated, thanks

   

   Last reply by TomoHawk, March 9, 2004
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   Rear Quarter seam

   March 7, 2004 by mriz

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   I gave up trying to salvage the paint because of too many small bubbles in paint ect. ect. While stripping the roof I noticed the crack in the paint at the seam. They filled it with bondo along with 2 coats primer followed by more primer and paint. I figured too much to paint over anyway. But how should I fill the seam ( which looks to be deeper and wider than it should) so the new paint does not crack? Thanks for all of your help during this project. Jim M.

   

   Last reply by Mr Camouflage, March 8, 2004
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   Here's how to get rid of rust

   March 7, 2004 by gramercyjam

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   Cut it out! Rust inside of frame rail Rust removed. Looking at pass side from engine compartment Looking at pass side thru the wheel well Oh, the HORROR!

   

   Last reply by hls30.com, March 8, 2004
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   What's under your undercoating? 1 2

   March 5, 2004 by gramercyjam

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   Here's what is (was) under mine after I chipped it off. This is what is estentially a rust free South Texas car. I hacked this all out last night. So now I am putting in new 3X2X11 Gauge tubing "subframe connectors" to replace the frame rails and a new floor. Lots of welding ahead. Rust at the frame rail seams .. And cracked frame rail at the passenger side firewall. This didn't start happening until I started autocrossing my car.

   

   Last reply by hls30.com, March 7, 2004
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   Front bumper brackets, what color?

   March 4, 2004 by keiths71240Z

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   What is the original color of the front bumper brackets for a 71 240? Are they painted the body color, semi black or something else? Thanks Keith..........

   

   Last reply by 240ZX, March 4, 2004
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   Small Rust Spots

   March 3, 2004 by spindel

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   I'm in the process of welding in new front and rear fender panels on my '72 240Z. There are also a number of very small rust spots around the rear wheel arches, and along the front of the hood. They range in size from about 1/8 to 1/4 inch in diameter. Is it possible to simply clean them as best I can, perhaps apply phosphoric acid (like Ortho) and spot weld some new metal on top, and have a repair that won't bubble through in a few years? The alternative is to cut each or them out and weld in a small patch. Anyone have any experience along these lines? Many thanks. Bob

   

   Last reply by 26th-Z, March 4, 2004
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   Body work resources?

   February 21, 2004 by Mateo05

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   Do you guys know any good books, videos, etc on how to do body work? Im only sixteen, but I want to learn the techniques. Any suggestions?

   

   Last reply by SuDZ, March 3, 2004
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    Undercoating?

    March 2, 2004 by Wyllee Coyote

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    Need some help please. I live in eastern N.C. (where we don't undercoat) and am looking to purchase a 280zx from a neighboring state. The car has been undercoated. Is this considered good, bad, etc., and does it have a positive/negative impact on value? Appreciate the help.

    

    Last reply by ChrisA, March 2, 2004
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    interchangable cosmetics

    March 2, 2004 by dj240z

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    Hi, I have a 73 240z that is a little rought aropund the edges. At first glance it doest look so bad but as your run your hand acrosds you notice quite a few litte dents and scrapes. I have located a 77 280z (not x or zx) that i think has a pretty straight body. Will the front fenders, doors, hood, ect., (pretty much every body part ) interchange with my 240z, or if i buy this car and try to exchange a fender, will i end up with a lopsided car? Thanks, DJ

    

    Last reply by Mr Camouflage, March 2, 2004
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    help with diff

    February 29, 2004 by Fun_in_my_z

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    witch z had a 3.90 diff? ive been asked for one and wonder witch car had them.

    

    Last reply by Ekustom, March 1, 2004
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    Center front valance

    March 1, 2004 by TTDRIVER

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    I am looking for the three piece bottom front end for a 240z. I prefer to buy the center piece brand new if possible. So my question is any body know who carries new front valances for the 240z? Thanks

    

    Last reply by St.stephen, March 1, 2004