Body & Paint
Discussions about bodywork and painting a Zcar.
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I've owned my Z for about a year now. When I first bought it I had a garage in which I could fix/restore it myself. However, I've had to move into a large metro area and don't have that luxury anymore. Now, I'm trying to figure out how to work with repair shops. The biggest problem seems to be their ability to get parts. If they can get them, they are much more expensive (often 4x the cost of zcarsource.com for example) and take a much longer time to ship. What's more, they are often reticent to allow me to supply the parts even if I suggest they charge me a fee for the privilege. Does anyone have any relevent experience which could help? Thanks!
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I remember seeing a picture of one a while back, but I forgot to save it to my pc. I was thinking this car was a 260 or 280 and had the window trim painted black too. I'm contemplating doing this to my car, but would like to see it beforehand. I could photoshop it, but I'd rather see it on a real car. If you have any other pictures of silver or white Z's with black window trim and/or bumpers, please post them up! -Grant
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I have a 73 Z I need to have paint & body done. Any suggestions in JAX, FL? I know there are plenty, but I dont want to just hand it over to just any place that just does insurance work, not that I'm knocking that. But I kind of get the feeling from talking to some that there just really not interested in do my car, and I'm affraid the work may suffer. Any suggestions? I also wouldnt mind taking it out of town if there is a reputable place, in reason of course.
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Guys, I need to install the grill/vent in the hatch of a 1970 Series 1. How does it work? The grill piece has pins in the back that attach itself to the duct in some way. Well what is that way? Basically, How do you attached the Duct to the hatch and the grill to the hatch. If you guys have any pics that would be great. Dayz
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Has anyone seen the new filer caps on the newer cars? I know the Ford Fusion (Hybid) has it. It's a fuel filler neck without the screw-off cap. It just has a hole for the gas filler tube to be inserted, and it has a pressure seal on it. It has my interest because if you had one on your S30, you would not need a gas cap at all; You just open the filler door and push the nozzle in the hole. For more information: http://cars.about.com/od/ford/ig/2010-Ford-Fusion-Hybrid-pics/2010-Fusion-Hybrid-capless.htm U=Youtube video: thxZ
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Hi Guys Has someone got pics of a 2+2 seater floor pan pics of a good one. I was hoping i could use a front 2 seater pan and add extra at teh back. This would seem to be ok. Has anyone replaced a floor on a 2+2 seater before and if so got any pics please. Thanks
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Someone (and yes, I know who) thought it would be cute to leave me a note that said "drive me" on the door of my Z under the car cover with packing tape to attach it. Now, I have packing tape VERY adhered to the paint on my passenger door. I tried adhesive remover and that got some of it but I still have about 3 square inches that just will not come off... How about a heat gun? I am at a loss. What do you guys think?
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What color were the rear tie down hooks - those mounted in conjunction with the bumper bracket - originally on a 240Z? I took mine off years ago but recently found one in an old tool box and would like to clean it up and put it back on.
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My 73 240Z was in an accident here in the bay area, I was rear ended. I am looking for recommendations and comments for a body shop with a good sheet metal man that could help. I am located in Livermore, willing to go as far south as Gilroy, the central valley area, SF Bay Area and north bay area. Likewise, if someone has had an negative experence with a shop, I would like to know the shop name and that is it. Please send your recommendations to me via e-mail, pau-hana-bartending@comcast.net. Thanks in advance Eric
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I will be taking off the front bumper this weekend to get better access to my lower air dam so I can get ready to install my lower valance panels. Is there a trick to removing the front bumper? Should I have two people there? There seems to be the 2 large bolts on each side that hold the bumper supports to the front end of the car, and then a few smaller bolts on the sides under the headlight bezels. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Anyone have a photo of the 73 240z bumper brackets that mount to the car? I picked up a pair and I am having my doubts that they are for the 73 year(based on the lack of detail with the drawing in the manual). I could also use a photo of how they are mounted to the car. Any help is appreciated.
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i am getting my 240 back on the road after 8 years of linger. the previous owner ran into something, which bent the bumper, broke the fibreglass headlamp housing and it seems also crumpled the frame rail as well. attached are the photos. i need advice on the amount of damage, what is needed to repair it, and if repair is needed at all. i presume it will be needed as the bolt holes are out of alignment due to that.
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