1976 280Z Restoration Project

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Some confirmation pics from 7tooZ...

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New adjusted line

 

Thanks to 7tooZ I found my line was almost 1/4" out. I actually mounted the door panel and pulled the line along the door crease as well. Using his measurements I was able to confirm the proper line along the door and quarter panel.

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Retaped the line and filled it again with fibreglas. Smoothed it out and now I am very happy with this starting point for the body line.

[EuroDat]

Looks really neat Mark. Very nice line even without the final paint it looks impresive.

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Thanks Chas! This is the first time I have attempted any real bodywork. I am enjoying the learning experience and looking forward to the sanding and blocking phase. This rough work is more structural than aesthetic. I am hoping to have something close to 95% of the correct shape before I start the finish work.

[sweatybetty]

10 hours ago, wheee! said:

. I am enjoying the learning experience and looking forward to the sanding and blocking phase.

you say that now.

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Yup. Glutton for punishment.

[Captain Obvious]

11 hours ago, sweatybetty said:

you say that now.

Haha!!   

Based on the work so far, I'm sure it will all be worth it soon!!

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I am blessed with ignorance. If I really understood what I was in for at each stage I would have given up years ago...

[Captain Obvious]

You and me both my friend. You and me both.

Now the only thing you can do is console yourself in the knowledge that you've got waaaaaaayyyyyyyy too much invested to stop now!!! 

[David F]

On a car as small a Z, the work is not that bad all things considered.  A few years ago, I was at this stage with my '52 Chevy 3100.  Now, that was a chore.  I also question the use of fiberglass reinforced filler.  Not necessary with modern fillers and I am sure you are not laying it on thick.  Good luck on your task and progress as I am sure it will be stunning in the end given your attention to detail.