zed2 Posted October 11, 2009 Share #1 Posted October 11, 2009 I have to replace all the engine compartment decals on my 1970 240Z. I have visited several web sites that offer some decals but none offer a comprehensive list of the decals affixed to the car at the time of production.Does anyone have such a list?Also, I am interested in feedback on the quality of reproduction decals that are available. I am specifically interested in how the decals have retained their appearance over time; including the quality of the adhesives used, the sharpness of the lettering and the effects of heat and moisture on the appearance.Thanks,Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esprist Posted October 11, 2009 Share #2 Posted October 11, 2009 I have to replace all the engine compartment decals on my 1970 240Z. I have visited several web sites that offer some decals but none offer a comprehensive list of the decals affixed to the car at the time of production.Does anyone have such a list?Also, I am interested in feedback on the quality of reproduction decals that are available. I am specifically interested in how the decals have retained their appearance over time; including the quality of the adhesives used, the sharpness of the lettering and the effects of heat and moisture on the appearance.Thanks,Keith1970 right?, OK these are the list of decal for engine bay.1. Mater Vac decal2. Decal on valve cover3. Washer tank decal4. Radiator cap decal5. Radiator fin decal6. Radiator decal near by upper hose neck7. Air cleaner decal8. Decal on battery top cover9. Emission decal at the back of hoodEspristwww.jdm-car-parts.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zed2 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share #3 Posted October 11, 2009 Esprist,Thanks for the list.Now to the second part of my post: quality of reproduced decals currently available?Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esprist Posted October 11, 2009 Share #4 Posted October 11, 2009 Esprist,Thanks for the list.Now to the second part of my post: quality of reproduced decals currently available?KeithOnes I have are printed in Japan, and believe they are high quality.But some one pointed at few differeces on "OK" decal, "missing one dot(a period) on window washer decal?? I do not kno far you want to take it.I have a car with 20K original miles, so I can assist you on originality of the car.....(Production date 12/1971 series 2) As far as originality of Series 1, please go to Katz website for detail.He is a walking dictionary of early Z cars.Espristwww.jdm-car-parts.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zulaytr Posted October 11, 2009 Share #5 Posted October 11, 2009 If you have not gone on Banzai Motorworks site here is the link.http://www.zzxdatsun.com/Mike has good quality ones and give him a call if you have any questions. I hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZCurves Posted November 5, 2009 Share #6 Posted November 5, 2009 I have purchased a set from Banzai Motorworks, they're perfect and priced right too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted November 5, 2009 Share #7 Posted November 5, 2009 Many (maybe most) '70 240Zs did not come with any decals or labels on the airbox. Those didn't show up until after several months of production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtaylor Posted November 5, 2009 Share #8 Posted November 5, 2009 I purchased the OK decal from Esprist. High Quality. Rich Red in color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ-240z Posted November 5, 2009 Share #9 Posted November 5, 2009 (edited) Also, I am interested in feedback on the quality of reproduction decals that are available. I am specifically interested in how the decals have retained their appearance over time; including the quality of the adhesives used, the sharpness of the lettering and the effects of heat and moisture on the appearance.Thanks,KeithHi Keith,I have reproduced and provide the master vac and Hazzard switch decals for Banzai Motorworks. I can tell you that Mike at Banzai, from my experience, is very particular about total quality. My purpose in making these decals was, initially, for my own car, but, once well into the process and hundreds of dollars later, I was glad that there was a demand that allowed me to recover these costs. This should pretty well speak to all of your concerns.Hope this helps.Dan Edited November 5, 2009 by AZ-240z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motorman7 Posted November 5, 2009 Share #10 Posted November 5, 2009 The only issue you may have is with the date code for the Radiator decal near the upper hose neck. I believe the code of the decal is for a December 70 build date , "0 & L". If that's the date of your Z Mfg your in luck.Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hls30.com Posted November 6, 2009 Share #11 Posted November 6, 2009 (edited) keith, Here is a secret.Do not adhere the decals to the paint of the car.Put them on an exquisitely thin magnetic sheet.That way they can be kept in an envelope in the glove box when not on display, and will never fade, peel, or have other issues from cleaning, polishing, or running down the road, and you can put them in place at a moments noticeWill Edited November 6, 2009 by hls30.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ-240z Posted November 6, 2009 Share #12 Posted November 6, 2009 Will,Have you resourced some of that "exquisitely thin magnetic sheet" material? I recall seeing that idea somewhere in the forum before and sounds like a do-able idea, possibly even in a judged event.Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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