Guide on replacing hatch?

[Jz707]

Anyone got a guide on replacing the hatchback on a 2+2 ? My old hatch has spoiler holes from a ripped out spoiler it looks like. I got a newer one just need to replace

[Jz707]

anyone?

[nexus08]

anyone?

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=how+to+replace+hatch+on+300zx

[300ZXttZMAN]

Found this in the link above.

300zx-coupe-hatch-replacement-may-15th- ... 49027.html

[Jz707]

I've seen that one but ive heard you don't have to drop back the headliner. Im just trying to get a few opinions on it before i go at it.

[itsa300zx]

You dont have to drop the headliner completly, but do need to put it down to access the 2 bolts for each hinge.
Most of the interoir on the hatch need to come out for the struts. THis thing is effing heavy, prob need three set of hands, or a hoist of some sort.

[Jz707]

So how much head liner do i gottA DROp? Can you show me some pics or maybe tell me how to get it out

[Ziggy1621]

Pull the side and bottom (the one that covers access to the TBL). Under the side covers, you will find a place to unplug the TBL on the driver's side, and the heater on both sides (a plug and a bolted ground). Then unplug your washer sprayer hose. Have your buddy hold the hatch up and unscrew the struts. Then I used a ratcheting wrench (12mm) to pull the 4 bolts off of the Hatch side of the hinge.

And yes, it is very heavy