Datsun repro VIN plates.

[Nissanman]

Currently I have my SP310 instruments in for re-furbishing.
http://www.gaugeworks.com.au/services.html
The guy that is doing them actually outsources the gauges if they require repainting etc.
http://www.engravingservices.com.au/
Anyhoo, I visited the relevant shop after I dropped off the gauges and I noticed that they do a plethora of signs and labels, in particular, aluminium machine spec. plates.
For example: -

So, the idea occurred to me to get a repro. of the VIN plate for my car to look nice and fresh under the hood.
My original is reasonably presentable but a fresh one would be far nicer.

VIN plate.jpg

I haven't discussed this plan with them yet but would anyone be interested in a new reproduction VIN plate for the SP310?
The year digit, engine number and car number data would be left blank for you to stamp.
If I can get a job lot done for the price of one and there is a demand, I just might do it

[windy311]

Graeme i would like to have one for my 310. Contact the Vic club first they may have some, just a thought.

[Garm]

They're $30 from Dean.
Would these be different in some way?

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[Nissanman]

Yes, they will be for an SP310 not SPL

[spl310]

I think that Carl Jaeger (New-Datsun-Parts) had some SP plates, but I cannot swear to it.

[steve_car]

I got mine a few years ago from Carl. It is good quality.
Thanks to Sid for the lead back then.
Here is a link:
http://www.new-datsun-parts.com/datsun- ... -odds.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Nissanman]

First the GOOD news.
The Engraver can replicate both the VIN plate and the Alternator Data plate for the '65 and earlier SP[L]310.
Now the BAD news.
The $$ for a minimum quantity of 24 of each broke the bank .
So I am ordering only ONE of each plate, blank for the use of.
However, there is a Plan B.
I could get the metal plates replicated as a vinyl decal so folks could place them over their original plates.
Not the same I know, but when I got the VR and Alternator Warning decals done they came out great.
There is a very good chance the decal company can make them as good in appearance as a metal plate
And I KNOW they will be a lot cheaper
Anyhoo, that is where I'm at ATM.
I am a little disappointed but I just couldn't justify spending the money knowing that I would never get it all back

[Linda]

I had that idea too. Well not quite. I thought you could scan a plate to size then just print it onto a clear vinyl sheet or even a clear large mailing label then just stick it on a clean metal plate or the other side of your old one. When it starts to deteriorate you just print another one.

Linda

[mrsteve]

I had that idea too. Well not quite. I thought you could scan a plate to size then just print it onto a clear vinyl sheet or even a clear large mailing label then just stick it on a clean metal plate or the other side of your old one. When it starts to deteriorate you just print another one.

Linda

I know, old thread...but Linda you have a good point? In addition if you (anyone) decided to go this route. I would also hit it with some automotive clear, this would help is last longer against the elements; dirt, grease, temperature, etc?

steve

[Nissanman]

I'm still going to get my plates scanned and printed.
Remains to be seen what material they can do it on to make them look reasonable.
I haven't had any complaints about the Voltage Regulator and Caution lables that I have been selling and they are both adjacent the engine.
Going into the city tomorrow so I will call in to the Printer that did the lables and have a chat with him.

[Nissanman]

OK got them done.
ATM I have one A4 self adhesive vinyl sheet of each decal: -

VIN plate.jpg

VIN plate.

Alternator plate.jpg

Positive ground alternator plate.

The decal is not as shiny as the original metal plate but I reckon they look quite passable as an alternative to a replica plate.
Peel and stick over your original plates, job done

[spl310]

How much are the alternator plates?

[Nissanman]

Both decals are $5 each plus postage.

[Nissanman]

No takers ?

[Nissanman]

Linda suggested I show some pics. of the decal in use.
Here is an original uncleaned Alternator Plate


I scrubbed the plate with thinners and this is the best it came up.


Cleaned plate compared with a reproduction decal.


Plate re-installed on the alternator.


Looks the goods and inexpensive as well