Body & Paint

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   Quarterpanel replacement

   August 5, 2003 by SHOTIME

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   Anybody want to give the steps involved? I've got 1/2 in of Bondo at least just on the right side. I haven't touched the left. There's no way these can be saved. I just want the steps to remove the panel, no replace it. After I take it off I have to decide whether to keep the car or not. The front frame rails are rusted and need replacing already. If the back looks like the front I think I'll be searching for a Mustang or Porsche for a resto and giving up on the Z.

   

   Last reply by LanceM, August 5, 2003
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   measurement

   August 3, 2003 by Adam

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   the front end of my 76 280 has been "pushed over" a little, the previous owner hit a guy wire for a utility pole, I need the measurement of the front bumper mounts (shocks)center to center if any one has these measurements I would greatly appreciate it

   

   Last reply by Ed, August 5, 2003
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   fiberglass parts

   August 2, 2003 by Adam

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   I recently found someone who used to make fiberglass parts, and he has some parts in storage there are 6 fenders and at least 1 hood ,he gave me a price of $100 each (not a bad price) I thought someone here might be interested, the name of the shop is Dons custom shop in Belle Plaine Kansas phone # 620-488-3570

   

   Last reply by zachb55, August 4, 2003
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   Can you loan me your 240Z belly/splash pan?

   August 3, 2003 by EricB

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   Hi friends and neighbours, Is there anyone willing to loan me their original 240Z belly/splash pan so that I can make a fiberglass mold of it and make at least one frp piece for myself? Also in the MSA catalog it lists two different part numbers for the 69-73 and 74-8 splash pans. Does anyone know just how different the later 74-8 one is, I ask because at least that one is still available... Thanks, -e

   

   Last reply by EricB, August 3, 2003
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   Window & Door Seals

   July 28, 2003 by Mike

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   A long time ago (in a galaxy far, far away) I purchased a set of window & door seals from Performance Specalties. Since then I understand that they've greatly improved the kit. My main concern is the door seals. I've heard that the later-model door-seals have the metal clip part molded together with the rubber seal. The kit I have requires me to glue in the rubber piece and then snap the metal trim on top of it. WHAT A PAIN! Has anyone purchased a kit from Performance Specialties lately for an early-model Z ? Ie: 70 to 72 240z? And, does this kit come with the metal clip molded to the rubber seal? I understand that many shops are reselling the kits from PS, so, …

   

   Last reply by MDyer, July 30, 2003
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   original rear spoiler?

   July 28, 2003 by toecutter

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   Occasionally I come across a pic of one of the old school rear fin spoilers. I think they have a real cool 70's look to them. Were they made by datsun? What do you guys think of this style of spoiler?

   

   Last reply by Gav240z, July 29, 2003
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   pulled front fenders

   July 16, 2002 by carguyinok

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   I wish I had done this long ago. I had always thought of pulling my front fenders. I just never did this due to the fear of how hard it may be. I was wrong. Each fender took me about 15 minn. each. Wow am I A happy camper.:classic: . I do have A 90% rust free Z. I would say to anyone going deep into there Z PULL THEM. I found alot of sand and road grime in there that would have started some real rut problems. Most of this was stuck up near the frame work in the lower part of the front 1\4s just in front of the door. I did find the little surface rust dots here and there but nothing that I would worry about. I do plan on scuffing off the rust dots (size if pin …

   

   Last reply by MicksZ, July 28, 2003
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   1969 240 parts 1 2

   July 23, 2003 by Gotcha

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   Can anyone tell me if body parts from a 1969 240 are the same as the 70 -72 240? I'm especially interested in any bumper info. Thanks!

   

   Last reply by Gotcha, July 26, 2003
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    rust repair questions

    July 25, 2003 by tibZ

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    I tried to load a couple pics. If they work, I have some questions

    

    Last reply by tibZ, July 25, 2003
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    Emblem Missing ? 1 2 3

    July 10, 2003 by SledZ

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    I have looked at a ton of pictures but have not seen any emblems on the left hand side of the rear hatch. My car has a 12 year old paint job but the emblems were never put back on (and some are missing). The holes look identical to the right side. I attached a picture maybe someone knows..? Thanks

    

    Last reply by SledZ, July 22, 2003
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    rail repair 1 2 3

    June 10, 2003 by drunkenmaster

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    Stripping of the underbody deadener has revealed past frame rail and floor repairs. Going on photos alone (if possible) could i get any feed back on how suitable/professional these repairs are? Thanks

    

    Last reply by tibZ, July 21, 2003
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    rust

    July 19, 2003 by Benz333

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    ok on my z i have a problem. over the years and of some obvious neglect. a rust spot has develpoed at the point where the windshield meets the roof of the car. and well i was in some rain recently and i noticed that it is leaking. so the question is should i replace the whole roof or find someone that is really good with sheetmetal work. my first choice is to find someone that is good with sheet metal. but than the question is how much is this going to cost me??? so any advice would be greatly appreciated. Jason

    

    Last reply by cbrunberg, July 20, 2003