jerryb Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 I will be making a set of SS gas tank straps for my 240 and am curious if anyone else is interested. At this point I have no idea on cost but will work it out soon. Basicaly they will be stock "like" but in SS. They are no longer available from NISSAN....and I dont believe anyone else supplies them. Any interest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 Are you going to make new end pieces? The part that holds the bolt? Will it just be SS strap of some sort? About what thickness and width? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted April 28, 2009 Author Share Posted April 28, 2009 I will have new new pieces laser cut at one end and bent and welded at the other. The straps width will be near identical to OE so they fit within the gas tank indents and all chassis connecting point. The plan is to make them as close to stock as possible. Are you going to make new end pieces? The part that holds the bolt? Will it just be SS strap of some sort? About what thickness and width? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinhZXT Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 How thick is the strap can I ask? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhartig Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 Hi Jerry, since we live close to each other I would be in for a set. I know the work will be first class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted April 30, 2009 Author Share Posted April 30, 2009 Will know as soon as I measure ....Stock like thickness. How thick is the strap can I ask? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theguppies Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 i'll be in for it if price is right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 Here are a few pics of my first attempt....Will install the tank tomorrow and post more pics.... All parts are SS and tig welded. The straps are the same width and thickness as OEM . The L brackets are heavier than stock. The other end is made in three layers just like OEM but Tig fused all the way around....not spot welded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsommer Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Interested in a set for sure!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 jerry, they look great. you have an idea of price yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 jerry, they look great. you have an idea of price yet? Thanx David! Not yet....this was the prototype I cut it by hand. It takes way too much time! I will get a quote to laser cut the parts and then the only labor will be welding.... And besides, I need to confirm fit. Thanx for the interest guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proxlamus© Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 im down! they look great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 jerry, 2 observations from my non-engineer brain. for the welded parts, do you feel it necessary to run the welds from front to back or could you save time & $ by using less weld. second, take a look at the angled end when you mount the tank to see if they want to straighten themselves as tension is applied. they might need a small reinforcement on the side to prevent this. hope my explanation makes sense. what are you doing for the "j" bolts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 Agreed on both accounts, makes perfect sense.....Less welding would save huge! Im not convinced all this welding is required......the OEM had a few spot welds. As far as a gusset goes....thats why I used a much heavier material than stock. 1/8" All comments are appreciated!!!!!! As far as the J bolts go....I have a set from the aftermarket...looks like stock. I gotta see if I an find more. May be good to include them with the straps. Good point! jerry, 2 observations from my non-engineer brain. for the welded parts, do you feel it necessary to run the welds from front to back or could you save time & $ by using less weld. second, take a look at the angled end when you mount the tank to see if they want to straighten themselves as tension is applied. they might need a small reinforcement on the side to prevent this. hope my explanation makes sense. what are you doing for the "j" bolts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 Thanks Dave! Hi Jerry, since we live close to each other I would be in for a set. I know the work will be first class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B00STDZ Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Will these work with the early 260z model? If so I'm interested... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexicoker Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 if you're using thicker material than stock you might be able to get away with no welding or reinforcement pieces at all. that would cut down on costs considerably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slown280z Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Are the strips one piece or is the "head" welded on? Looks nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 Will these work with the early 260z model? If so I'm interested.......dont know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerryb Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 Are the strips one piece or is the "head" welded on?Looks nice! 3 pieces welded together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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