My 280Z "Rustoration"

[MattMatthewZ 1]

hey matt i have the same problem with my 280z i picked up last week i have a driver side floor rusting out, what type of metal did u use to fix this and what did you use to clean, seal and paint it?

18 - 20 gauge weldable steel, the entire body was media blasted. I covered the floor areas with a rust encapsulator from Eastwood (similar to POR15). Then it was primered and painted.

[nolafool 0]

18 - 20 gauge weldable steel, the entire body was media blasted. I covered the floor areas with a rust encapsulator from Eastwood (similar to POR15). Then it was primered and painted.

 

thanks bud thats what i need to know

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Coilovers installed!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Sovereign Z 1]

let us know your thoughts on the BC Coilovers 

[MattMatthewZ 1]

I haven't put a lot of miles on them yet but they feel pretty good. Lots of adjustability. It rides a little stiffer than the Eibach springs, but not bouncy. Just feels "sportier"

[Audaciaz 0]

Looks great man. I'm not usually a fan of the color white on cars, but I have to admit yours looks really good. I may have missed it somewhere, but where did you get the aftermarket bumpers?

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Thanks! I got them at MSA

Edited May 23, 2015 by MattMatthewZ

[Swami 1]

Several things jump out at me here, as inspiration for the next phase of my own z. Your dash restoration is really intriguing. I've seen this done before on another forum, but with two examples on record here, I think I'm ready to take the plunge and try it myself. Also, thanks for the tip on that rubber restoration chemical. Very nice work, sir!

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Several things jump out at me here, as inspiration for the next phase of my own z. Your dash restoration is really intriguing. I've seen this done before on another forum, but with two examples on record here, I think I'm ready to take the plunge and try it myself. Also, thanks for the tip on that rubber restoration chemical. Very nice work, sir!

Thanks Swami

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Took the Z out for a spin and got a few pics. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[RB26powered74zcar 61]

Absolutely stunning     

[terse 0]

Beautiful! I'd be very scared to get her dirty since that thing is so freakin clean. Watch them puddles!

[BlountZ 0]

So maybe I'm missing it in an earlier post, but I'm wondering if there is a list of all the mods. I really like the stance you have on this thing - would like to know where to look to find some similar wheels and tires but the entire car is really incredible. Lots of appreciation for what you've done here!

[MattMatthewZ 1]

So maybe I'm missing it in an earlier post, but I'm wondering if there is a list of all the mods. I really like the stance you have on this thing - would like to know where to look to find some similar wheels and tires but the entire car is really incredible. Lots of appreciation for what you've done here!

Thank you. I have BC coilovers and 16x7 Konig Rewinds with 205/50 tires. I may be switching to a 15x8 with 225/50 tires to get a little more meaty tire.

[Phantom 38]

Matt - if those 16x7 wheels have a 0 offset you can run 225/50-16 tires on them. I do on my 77 280Z. With the BC coil overs you could do it easily with a + 5-10 offset.

[mmmdowning 0]

Matt, just amazing. I'm just starting '73 and so excited about this car. Thank you, thank you for all the details and photos, it will help a lot of us.

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Matt, just amazing. I'm just starting '73 and so excited about this car. Thank you, thank you for all the details and photos, it will help a lot of us.

Thank you and good luck on your build!

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Matt - if those 16x7 wheels have a 0 offset you can run 225/50-16 tires on them. I do on my 77 280Z. With the BC coil overs you could do it easily with a + 5-10 offset.

 

Good to know, thanks!

[MattMatthewZ 1]

Quick vid of me cruising around

 

[250z 0]

Simply stunning, the attention to detail is amazing. Thanks for sharing

 

 

PS: we are still waiting on the spread sheet whenever you can