Datsun Z. Pt 1. Replace frame rails with Box Section steel - 240Z 260Z 280Z
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
- Hi All. Apologies for the sound quality in the video. I got hit with a copyright issue with the music so had to overlay CZcams approved clips which are loud in comparison. Hope it doesn't bother ye too much. Thanks.
Part 1
This is a nice and easy approach to replacing the frame rails on your Datsun Z but could be applies on other makes and models also. It is suitable on a car with different levels or flat floor using the existing location of the chassis rails.
The car here is a Datsun 280Z 1977 and the steel box section is 70mm x 70mm.
Hope you enjoy the Video
Amazing video! Thank you for the step by step approach without dragging out the video too long. Perfect!
Thanks
Great job! I did something very similar with the chassis rails on my 240Z. Instead of using box section I got a local steel fabricators to fold me 2 top hat sections.
Nice one. I was going down that road myself and then thought is would take on the challenge of the box section. Great to say goodbye to the rust 😃
Just found your channel , love it!!
Starting the process of replacing frame rails on my 72 240z
And I’m loving your idea!
Welcome aboard! Did you go down the road of box steel after?
Nice job- well done!
Thanks
Video was awesome man. Was interested in seeing how you made that last bend on rail but I guess you didn't film that part. No rust issues where the old frame metal is contacting the underbody?
Yeah I missed that part. I just cut out a V on both sides and hammered it over. Cut the V a little more until I got the angle. Then trimmed off the excess material.
If I ever get a 280Z, I'm totally stealing your technique for the frame rails.
3mm wall vs 1mm wall 😁😁😁😁