Window winder spindle

[DJACEY(UK)]

Passenger side (although it looks interchangeable with driver side) window winder spindle wanted for 1975 260Z. This is the one encapsulated in the regulator mechanism and directly attaches to the winder handle - see photo. Ideally I do not want the whole regulator due to weight/shipping costs to the UK. USPS letter post preferred. Thanks guys, Dave (PS also posted in Clasified ads wanted section).

[Ed]

I'v got a spare regulator sitting in my shop. I'll be more than glad to help you out. First, are the earlier and later models the same 70-78? Is there a special way of removing it? I'll pull the spindle later today. Give me a PM with your mailing information.

Ed

[DJACEY(UK)]

Thanks Ed.

Good question. I've just checked the Motorsport catalogue and it looks like there were 3 different regulator types for 1970-73, 1974-76 and 1977-78. I've attached more photo's of the regulator I've got so that you can check.

The spindle is simply removed by undoing the 3 nuts on the rectangular shaped cover.

Let me know if you can help - I've PM'd you too.

Cheers,

Dave

[Ed]

I'm sorry Dave,

I just went and looked at the spindle and the teeth that hold the window crank are in pretty bad shape. Like someone took a vice grip to them. To remove the spindle it looks like there are 3 welded rivets holding a plate over the inside.

Sorry I couldn't help.

Ed

[DJACEY(UK)]

No problem Ed. If they're riveted then I think it is an earlier or later type as nuts hold the cover on the one I have. Thanks for looking though. Dave

[First Gen Z]

Is it possible that someone removed the rivots and replaced them with nuts and bolts? I have a 75 280 that I'm parting. I'll check the spindle. If it's the same I'll let you know.

[DJACEY(UK)]

Thanks for your help.

I guess this could have been possible but surely re-rivetting would have been a much simpler option than using welded-in threads & nuts to secure the cover ?

[Mat M]

Hello,

I believe I have the part for which you are searching, but the housing for the crank spindle is riveted in place. I do not mind drilling it out if you think it will help restore your window to an operable condition.

Please let me know.

Mat

[DJACEY(UK)]

Hi Mat, I guess it would be a shame to part the spindle from a good regulator unless the regulator teech themselves were shot. I was hoping someone might have one of these to canabalise but no responses along these lines yet. Give it a few more days and see what happens. I'll ask the guys in the UK if they have a good regulator to sell as an option and just replace the whole assembly. Thanks for your help. Regards, Dave