Reproduction Engine ID / Vin Number Plate

[grannyknot]

8 hours ago, JPeters said:

Which are the correct dies if I want to do it myself? For a 1970 240Z. 

 

On 6/24/2020 at 6:12 AM, grannyknot said:

I just went out and checked my 240 and the door tag numbers are 4mm but if you are going to stamp the numbers yourself you will have to make up a jig so all the numbers have the right spacing and alignment, free hand won't work. 

 

[JPeters]

6 hours ago, grannyknot said:

 

 

I have seen a lot of engine tags where the numbers are not aligned. Some numbers are higher, lower, at an angle, etc., on the early cars. 

[Zed Head]

Here's some examples.  Looks like Nissan had their stamping act together by the late 70's.  Make sure the upper rivets touche the top of the N and D, and don't overlook the little 1 (edit - I found one with a 6.  A new puzzle) in the bottom right corner.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1977-datsun-280z-7/

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1977-datsun-280z-7/

This one has a 6 though.  https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1977-datsun-280z-47/

Edited December 11, 2020 by Zed Head

[JPeters]

On 12/10/2020 at 5:41 AM, grannyknot said:

 

 

I was referring to the engine ID tag found inside the engine compartment on the passenger side strut tower. 

[CanTechZ]

Here is a picture of the tag from the engine bay of my 7/70.  The numbers measure 3.5mm in height and are stamped evenly spaced and at a slight angle.

[foosman]

Does anyone have the size/material info for the rivets used for the door jamb plate?  Also, size/material for the engine bay ID plate screws?

[SteveJ]

3 minutes ago, foosman said:

Does anyone have the size/material info for the rivets used for the door jamb plate?  Also, size/material for the engine bay ID plate screws?

@zspert might be willing to divulge.

[Patcon]

I have something on the rivets. I will try to look tomorrow

[Patcon]

I'm not sure what the original finish was on these screws

Rivet is basically a 3/32 rivet. The box I have of them is unmarked

 

[foosman]

15 hours ago, Patcon said:

I'm not sure what the original finish was on these screws

Rivet is basically a 3/32 rivet. The box I have of them is unmarked

 

Thanks @Patcon - I'm thinking of using aluminum rivets and stainless screws per your measurements.

[26th-Z]

The screw finish is clear zinc.  You need to measure the diameter of the shank.  Should be 3mm.  Just slightly smaller than 1/8".

[Patcon]

Just slightly over 1/8"