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== XenonZcar.com - The 280ZX and Rust == | == XenonZcar.com - The 280ZX and Rust == | ||
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One of the most common areas to rust is the mounts for the rear crossmember. To inspect this area, remove the seats and lift the carpet. Rust here can be expensive and time-consuming to repair. | One of the most common areas to rust is the mounts for the rear crossmember. To inspect this area, remove the seats and lift the carpet. Rust here can be expensive and time-consuming to repair. | ||
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==== Tire Wells, Hood Edge, and Rocker Panels ==== | ==== Tire Wells, Hood Edge, and Rocker Panels ==== | ||
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for replacements. | for replacements. | ||
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==== Rear Hatch & Tail Light Area ==== | ==== Rear Hatch & Tail Light Area ==== | ||
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Rust frequently appears in the rear hatch area, especially along the tail lights. | Rust frequently appears in the rear hatch area, especially along the tail lights. | ||
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==== Easier-to-Repair Areas ==== | ==== Easier-to-Repair Areas ==== | ||
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Some rust areas are easier to repair with care, including the battery tray, firewall, rocker panels, and around the windshield. | Some rust areas are easier to repair with care, including the battery tray, firewall, rocker panels, and around the windshield. | ||
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=== Sources Used === | === Sources Used === | ||
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XenonZcar.com - The 280ZX and Rust[edit]
The Datsun S130 series, much like the earlier S30 series, is prone to rust. While these cars are not the most rust-ridden classics, they don’t resist salty conditions as well as some others.
The main reason for this is that during production, Datsun/Nissan was not heavily focused on rust prevention. The frame was spot-welded and coated with seam sealer to protect the welds and metal — but as many of us know, this protection didn’t hold up over time.
Below are the major areas of concern for rust on the S130:
S130 Rust Loctations[edit]
Rear Crossmember Mounts[edit]
One of the most common areas to rust is the mounts for the rear crossmember. To inspect this area, remove the seats and lift the carpet. Rust here can be expensive and time-consuming to repair.
Tire Wells, Hood Edge, and Rocker Panels[edit]
Look for rust around the tire wells, especially along the front edge of the hood. Another problem area is the seams on the rocker panels under the doors — watch for rust bubbles forming under the paint.
Floor Boards & Frame Rails[edit]
These often rust due to the spot welds and seam sealer used in production, which can trap water inside the rails. Zedd Findings makes reproduction frame rails and floorboards for replacements.
Rear Hatch & Tail Light Area[edit]
Rust frequently appears in the rear hatch area, especially along the tail lights.
Easier-to-Repair Areas[edit]
Some rust areas are easier to repair with care, including the battery tray, firewall, rocker panels, and around the windshield.
Sources Used[edit]
- Email from :Alex Orlovsky