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Body Panels 1 2

February 28, 2011 by Jimmy240Z
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Well I am moving along with the floorpans and am almost finished with the passenger side. Now I need some help sourcing some exterior body panels. I need to fix the rocker panels, bottom of the door, the dogleg, and the rear quarter panel. Looking for a good source for these parts.

Last reply by grantf, March 7, 2011
air dam opinions and pics ?

March 4, 2011 by cozye
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For my 280z project, I am considering air dam options. Was wondering if anyone had any opinions or experience with the BRE style "spook" vs. the Type1 air dam. Also I've been wondering if I do go with the type 1, should I go with the Uerethane or Fiberglass version ? Originally I did not want to go with an air dam, I am trying to keep the car "period correct" looking, although original is not exactly what I am after. In my eye, some of the air dams give the car a more "modern" look, and thats not what I am after. I figured I would ask for opinions however, since some front valence bodywork is required (mine is a little beat up), going with a type 1 air dam would save m…

Last reply by cozye, March 7, 2011
Welder Help

March 3, 2011 by Jimmy240Z
10 replies

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Need some help. I have started having a problem with the spool on my welder Clarke 130EN. The nut that holds the wire spool on tightens up as the wire is pulled off the spool. I have to stop and loosen the knob. Not sure what is happening or why it started. Any help and quidance will be greatly appreciated. It has really slowed down my floorpan installation.

Last reply by 240dkw, March 4, 2011
lambo doors

March 2, 2011 by IdahoKidd
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While I haven't any interest in doing the lambo door thing to my Z, I am wondering if anyone else has actually done it and with what results? The cool factor is okay, but it would seem to me it would be a colossal PITA to operate, seal, and so on.

Last reply by IdahoKidd, March 3, 2011
Early HS30 - comprehensive body resto

March 1, 2011 by HS30-H
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Here's a link to a great thread running on the viczcar.com forum over in Australia. Owner Adrian is going the extra mile to say the very least. Great stuff! http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,7360.0.html Alan T.

Last reply by DougN, March 1, 2011
battery tray and main harness hole?

February 26, 2011 by pjoe
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Whats the measurement from the metal battery tray to the bolt hole at top that holds battery down. 2nd..whats the size of the hole for the main wiring harness? These are on my list today. If anyone has a real good picture of firewall hole location on a 73 that would be helpful too. It looks like about 6 inches up and 3 inches to left from center of frame rail to center of hole? Thanks Brian

Last reply by Diseazd, February 27, 2011
Quarter window replacement...

February 24, 2011 by GSCReno
5 replies

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I'll be honest, Guys, the thought of undertaking this job scares the hell out of me. It looks pretty straightforward, but if anyone can mess it up... I'm that guy. Advice please. I have the new glass/trim assembly. I guess it's the thought of screwing up the interior panel that has me freaked out. If anyone else out there has done this and can talk me down, that would be great. Thanks in advance. Cheers, Scott

Last reply by GSCReno, February 26, 2011
72 front bumper on a '73? Help?

February 24, 2011 by herbsteiner
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I got the answer I was seeking elsewhere with a little research.

Last reply by herbsteiner, February 24, 2011
Really good hood wanted - Atlanta area

February 22, 2011 by jaltman
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I was parked in rear, secured, area of the county jail (I work there) in my 73 z and a sheriff's deputy in a county pickup truck backed into my car, ouch. Fortunately, he missed the bumper and hit the hood. Unfortunately, it bent not only the hood sheet, but also the structural crossmember on the underside of the hood making a straightening operation out of the question. So, I assume a new hood from Black Dragon (or similar source) will be a smaller guage steel than a good older hood made in 70's. I have found a couple old hoods at Z Car Atlanta and am going to go look at them on Thursday, but am wondering if anyone knows of any other Atlanta sources that might have a…

Last reply by SteveJ, February 23, 2011
rear panel lower clip

February 20, 2011 by pjoe
7 replies

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Anybody know where i can find the lower clip that holds the rear outer panel on a 240z(the panel across back with license pate). Its the clip thats spot welded in place. There are several of them along the bottom and one is broke so the panel is loose at bottom. Ive had no luck with junk yards around here. If picture is needed to explain better, I'll get one this week.

Last reply by 240dkw, February 21, 2011
Welding, Metal-Ready and Rust 1 2

February 17, 2011 by Jimmy240Z
16 replies

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As I continue to replace the floorpans, etc. on my 240Z, I have two more questions. First, I have some areas in the back area around the seatbelt anchors where I can't seem to get down to clean metal. Someone told me I could treat it with metal ready and weld the pans to this area. Another person told me I should be using flux-core to weld wher there is the leftover rust. So I guess, the real questions are Metal-Ready Flux Core or not?

Last reply by esmit208, February 21, 2011
Body kit help!

February 19, 2011 by KingCruz
4 replies

1.4k views
Does any body know where else I can order the type 3 body kit?

Last reply by Arne, February 19, 2011