Body & Paint

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   What are these tubes in the hatch for?

   February 5, 2022 by fusion

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   What are these tubes for? At first I thought maybe for air release when the hatch is closed but I thought that's what the holes behind the C pillar emblems were for. Car is a 1976 280z that I am getting ready for paint and if these don't serve any purpose for me I'm going to cut them off and weld closed. I am using a plastic Camaro fuel tank if that matters.

   

   Last reply by Terrapin Z, February 6, 2022

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   Xenon air dam, what is the trick? 1 2 3

   March 15, 2017 by grannyknot

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   Trying to mount a Xenon air dam and I'm sure the flat part of the air dam that mounts just under the grill is suppose to be level but mine is pointing up in the air at about a 25* angle, is there is trick or do I have to make a brace or something to force it to level out? The sides of the air dam where it mounts to the fenders and sugar scoops are level and fit well. Thanks,

   

   Last reply by Jeff G 78, February 6, 2022

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   door holes 1 2

   January 31, 2022 by qz16

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   We have a 1973 240z. Both Doors have these holes. Does anyone know what they are for? Would appreciate any insight you can offer regarding the three holes between the door hinges. Thanks in advance for your help.

   

   Last reply by Patcon, February 1, 2022

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   Kia Sportage weatherstip rocks! 1 2 3 4 13

   February 3, 2010 by steve91tt

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   I found this thread on hybridz and thought I would give the Kia Sportage door weatherstip a try. http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=153925&highlight=sportage I bought new. It works great! Looks close to stock. No door adjustment needed. Very nice.

   

   Last reply by duffymahoney, January 24, 2022

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   Weatherstripping

   January 21, 2022 by fusion

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   I am painting my 280z and will be replacing every piece of weatherstripping on the car. I am going with Vintage Rubber front and rear windshield gaskets since I want to go 'Cal style' without the stainless trim. I am also going to use Kia Sportage weatherstrip for the doors and hatch. I believe these are the most critical seals on the car and people have had issues with some brands. But for the rest of the car, I am wondering if it's worth paying a premium for Vintage Rubber, or if the cheaper seals on Zcardepot (Precision?), or another vendor are totally fine Any comments welcome.

   

   Last reply by Diseazd, January 21, 2022
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   outer quarter glass weatherstrip

   January 19, 2022 by qz16

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   I have a 1973 240z and I am looking for an outlet to purchase the weatherstip that goes on the outside of the quarter glass. This would fit between the Door Sash and the quarter window and be mounted on the quarter window. Thanks in advance for your assistance.

   

   Last reply by qz16, January 21, 2022
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   A little rust

   January 20, 2022 by z8987

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   I found a little rust on the batter shelf. What can I do to fix this and make sure it doesn’t spread in the future? There is a plastic container under the battery, but 52 years of use some acid got on the metal. Also, what is the best way to clean up the white acid stuff on the battery and around the engine compartment? Some of it fell off the battery onto the firewall and below? Thank you Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

   

   Last reply by siteunseen, January 20, 2022

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   Looking for Help identifying this air dam

   January 18, 2022 by Yarb

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   Need help from you guys identifying the manufacturer of this air dam. Thanks in advance… Yarb

   

   Last reply by grannyknot, January 18, 2022

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    Passenger door does not fully latch 1 2

    January 16, 2022 by gotham22

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    I am struggling to get the passenger door to close fully. It seems like it only catches to the safety point but never fully closes. I adjusted the door striker in every which way but can not find a position to make this work. I removed the weather stripping as well to rule that out as a possible cause. The door seems to line up when I close the door. Can anyone shed some light on what I should try to do next? IMG_5250.mp4

    

    Last reply by qz16, January 18, 2022

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    Inflatable Paint Booth

    December 28, 2021 by DC871F

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    Anyone have any experience, comments on inflatable paint booths? Youtube sure has people that both love and hate them.

    

    Last reply by DC871F, January 16, 2022

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    Removing MSA airdam, spoiler, and side skirts

    January 16, 2022 by MM569457

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    I’ve searched this forum and can’t find the answer I’m looking for. How difficult would it be to remove a fiberglass body kit off of an S30? the current kit would need to be repainted, but I prefer the BRE style body kit complete with 240Z style bumpers. has anyone had any experience in this area. thanks!

    

    Last reply by MM569457, January 16, 2022
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    Black hatch/door locks

    January 10, 2022 by fusion

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    Has anyone powder coated or painted the hatch or door locks? I am going to paint my chrome/stainless trim black on my 280z but didn't know about the locks, especially the hatch lock, given the fact that it pushes in. Thanks

    

    Last reply by fusion, January 14, 2022

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