mrparks Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 I like it, it's the exact same thing I intend for mine. What are you doing for bumpers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaime240z Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 The piece where you welded over the bumper provision looks good! Did you cut out the old piece or did you weld over the existing piece? If you welded over the existing piece, make sure you seal up both pieced to prevent moisture from getting trapped between the two (I'm sure you already know what that would lead to). And as sweetleaf suggested, if you're going to be doing alot of work with sheetmetal, invest in some shears or a nibbler or both. I have a cheapo nibbler from harbor freight and it works pretty good. You can get them either electric or pneumatic. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=46061 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SBC_240z Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 I welded over the existing piece. But, i remembered to weld that small hole on the inside first so now both are completely wet proof (hopefully). I used a grinder w/ cutting blade to cut out everything i need, like the piece that I used over the bumper provision. Its slow, but works. I will definately look into shears and a nibbler. So far, stuff I have gotten at harbor freight has been well worth the money. I bought the angle grinder for $17 and it all ready has about 70-80 full hours of cutting and grinding and is still running like a champ. Mr. Parks, as far as a bumper goes, I am going to re-cutout sheet metal to form a back covering therefore with no bumper. I don't like the metal front or back bumpers so therefore, i removed them. Jaime, what gauge steel would be best for my rear bumper cover ? 18 or 16 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zwannabe Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 man, huge difference. i'm impressed with how far your skills have come in such a short time. good job keep going and post up some updated pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SBC_240z Posted May 4, 2006 Share Posted May 4, 2006 hey 240zwannabe, yeah, instead of practicing, i just went for it on my car, i learned much quicker. I had to learn fast if i wanted it to look good, haha.... Thanks for the compliments my friend. i ran into a bit of a bind now fund wise, so now i have to sell my car for parts. If you need anything guys, shoot me what you need. p.s. -- i now understand why body shops charge sooooo much to shave different things on a car. w a PITA, haha, great learning experience though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 Too bad you can't complete it. You were headed in the right direction. Your skills definitely improved quickly. How long did it take you to do all this? I posted a thread in Body Kits & Paint about shaving the rear end. Would you all take a look at that - my rear end is partially damaged, and I'm trying to get ideas on how to get it started. http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=110719 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v8260 Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 a freand also told me that my car would be a ----- to weld because the metal on japenese cars is crappier that metal on other cars. he said that the USA and Europe would ship theyre used metals and that japan would recycle them into our cars. is that true??? not trying to hijack the thread or anything but it has something to do with welding on out cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1972_240z Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 not sure but welding this crap has been crazy hard....blow through very easily and i am glad i learned on hard stuff meaning when it comes time for easy stuff, i will be a pro (yeah right in my dreams) thanks for all your help guys, much appreciated....great forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted May 7, 2006 Share Posted May 7, 2006 Well, the 240z was designed with thin gauge metal supposedly to reduce weight. Thats part of the reason why they rust out more than most cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1972_240z Posted May 8, 2006 Share Posted May 8, 2006 thin gauge = cheaper...that would be my guess... either way it was crap. but did ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted May 8, 2006 Share Posted May 8, 2006 Well they say they used thinner gauge on the Z than they did on other cars. I realize thats a nice cover for saving money.. but I wonder how much weight it actually saved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twoeightnine Posted August 7, 2006 Share Posted August 7, 2006 Pick up some flat magnets at the hobbie store. They are great for holding your patches flush with the existing sheet metal. Go with gas (MIG). Flux core is for fences! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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