skirkland1980 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 I need to patch this massive hole in my floor. The patch panel I think I can figure out. It's the frame section I need help with. This is an 83 280zx. The frame section is curved and an odd shape. I'm not sure if I can just splice in some rectangular tubing. Any advice? Thanks. I can't attach my pictures... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skirkland1980 Posted June 22, 2015 Author Share Posted June 22, 2015 Got some photos to load. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curtball Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 What about it exactly are you asking? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rturbo 930 Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 I think he's asking about the subframe piece. It doesn't look like it's that rusty, but if it isn't reusable, maybe try taking it to a fab shop and have them make you a new piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skirkland1980 Posted June 25, 2015 Author Share Posted June 25, 2015 So I took a 2x4 rectangular steel tube 28" long and cut 3" squares out of the top on each end to fit it on the bottom of the frame section. Did some cutting and welding to make it snug and welded it in. The top patch was quite simply a patch riveted in with some sealer on the bottom. I decided on riveting since I plan on building an entirely new chassis for the car by this time next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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