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Any recent development to report on the Jute topic? Thanks, Keith

Kats, I have obtained a sample of a light blue/green cloth. Do you still have the original cloth on your seat bottoms to confirm the color match? (If so, I would mail you a small sample for verification purposes.) Keith

January 2019 orders completed. Thanks to all. I have to research a way to simply the production, these pieces require custom cutting and it is very difficult to make all precise cuts. Keith

Please see the classified if you are interested in a set of the reproduction clear vinyl seat protectors. Keith

Since these clear vinyl seat protectors are no longer available from Nissan, nor are reproductions available from existing fabricators, I sourced a large quantity of clear vinyl material to fabricate reproductions. These are for the 1969-1971 seats that do not have the recline mechanism. Set of eight (8) as shown in photo, (plus close-up photo) Material is same gauge/thickness as original Photos show: Set of four (4) original, aged and yellowed clear vinyl seat protectors and set of four (4) reproduction clear vinyl seat protectors. . Set of eight (8) reproduction clear vinyl seat protectors - what you would receive upon ordering. The pricing is $38.00 shipped to a CONUS address. Shipping will be via FedEx Express Saver, insured, with tracking. If you are interested in a set, please PM me your full name, mailing address and Paypal address. I will then send you an invoice. Note, these are time consuming to produce. Therefore, I will only send the invoice when the set is available for shipment, maximum 1 week timeframe Thanks, Keith

Machined a punch to stamp the holes in the seat clear vinyl protectors on 12/31/18.....closing out the year working on the Z.

Kats and nix240z annd others, What type of material (canvas, linen, duck cloth, etc.) was used for the light green material? This material appears in the photos that accompanies the the three (3) rubber straps. Thanks, Keith

Put a bottle of champagne in the fridge. When 2019 arrives we will reinstall the horsehair jute on the floor. Awaiting the carpet kit from Seatz which will have the original heel pad and carpet clips. Keith

This project is getting more involved. One of the rubber guards that protects the seat track from dust/debris was torn. Original on the right, replacement on the left. Too many hours on the seat project!!! Keith

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Zup, I have not competed the seat restoration as I am awaiting the seat guards from 240zrubberparts.com. I don't have an update on the "Japan Imperial Army Green" paint yet. Keith

hiyabrad, 7tooZ, Zup, I am going to produce sets (8 pieces to a set) of the seat protectors for the 1969-1970 seats in mid-January 2019. The pricing will be: $38.00 for the first set, $30.00 for additional sets mailed to the same address. Shipping will be via FedEx Express Saver, insured, with tracking. Once I have fabricated some sets I will create a new post in the Classifieds offering them. Thanks to all. Keith

When will a set be available for me? Thanks, Keith

Has anyone disassembled the Takata TK-656 seat belt buckle? if so, what is the procedure? Thanks, Keith

7tooZ and Zup What is your timeframe for reassembling your seats? Keith

DavidF, The purpose of the plastic is to avoid moisture that is trapped in the seat foam and vinyl to wick against the metal brackets. As you found when you removed the seat covers, the metal frame and shell had surface rust, an indication of prior moisture exposure. Unless you are an original owner of your 240Z and can attest that the seat covers were not previously removed by a prior owner, I think is it save to assume that some of your protectors were damaged and discarded. Zeddsaver has the 1972-1978 style on their website. Keith

scotta, I do not believe there is great demand, hence Zeddsaver not offering the product. Keith

Mike, Now we are talking, thanks. Keith

Dennis, I am afraid that the plastic will deform at the perimeter of the hole when heat is applied. Keith

My intent was not to enter production making clear plastic protectors. The hardest part is cutting the large holes in the material, using a pair of small scissors on this thick material takes a beating on my hands. I am researching a hole punch that may have sufficient reach. If this solution works out then perhaps I can go into limited production.... maybe I'll make the 50 sets and then wait 50 years to sell through them all Keith

7tooZ Do you have a set to use as templates if I sent you the material? Keith

While refurbishing my 1970 240Z seats , I determined that I needed the clear plastic protectors that separate the seat vinyl and the metal bracket that attaches the seat back to the seat bottom. Searching the Internet, I found that Zeddsaver (https://www.zeddsaver.com/collections/interior/products/datsun-240z-seat-protector-shield) offers a set of four (8) protectors for the 1972-1978 Datsun Z. This style is designed for the seat bracket that allows the seat back to fold forward, a feature that early 240Zs lack. Without a retailer that caters to Datsun owners with a precut product, I found a commercial plastic supplier and ordered a large roll of material, in the exact thickness of the originals protector, enough to make fifty (50) sets. Having my original protectors, I cut a set of four. As you can see from the photo, my original protectors were yellowed but were in excellent shape to use as templates. Maybe someday a retailer will offer a set for early 240Zs. Until then, we will all have to go to extraordinary lengths to keep our vehicles as complete and accurate as they were when originally manufactured. Keith

240260280z and all, 1) Is the hook and loop (Velcro) sewn to the front (and rear???) carpet or is the stick on type of hook and loop? 2) Which part of the Velcro, the hook (rough side) or the loop (smooth side) is sewn to the carpet? The other side would be glued to the metal floor.) Thanks,Keith

Mike, 1) Is the hook and loop (Velcro) sewn to the front (and rear???) carpet or is the stick on type of hook and loop? 2) Which part of the Velcro, the hook (rough side) or the loop (smooth side) is sewn to the carpet? The other side would be glued to the metal floor.) Thanks,Keith

To revive this thread, can anyone else confirm that the above photo appears to be an original heel pad? Thanks, Keith