Atozone Tonine Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 I'm not crazy about the ones with sharp corners, and the plastic ones are just too bulky looking. I have the same louvers as in this photo... but I'm missing the hardware that fastens it at the bottom. Any Idea where I can get these little brackets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getoffmyinternet Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 I have the same louvers as in this photo... but I'm missing the hardware that fastens it at the bottom. Any Idea where I can get these little brackets? There's nothing fancy about it, perhaps even a hardware store? It's just a small latch like on a typical backyard fence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PR280z Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Mine are also aluminum and i need to reassemble them,i guess the metal ones are aftermarket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clutchdust Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 I have the plastic ones on my '72. Personally, I don't care for them but the Mrs wants them. I like the look of the metal ones posted elsewhere in this thread. If I could find a set in good shape I might pick some up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floorless240z Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 What are the louvers worth? I have a set, plastic I believe, that I have no intention of using and I would like to sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atozone Tonine Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 There's nothing fancy about it, perhaps even a hardware store? It's just a small latch like on a typical backyard fence. It could be something like this: My link If the bracket was fastened on the inside of the louver, it would be more low profile. but we need to be sure about a) size of hole for the bolt and height of connection from the body - you want the louvers to sit tight on body (with rubber weather stripping) Also, I was thinking about putting a bit of rust inhibitor paint on the inside of the drilled holes on the body, then a dab of silicon before tightening. This would hopefully make them rust and weather proof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atozone Tonine Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 On my louvers, the bolt holes are 1/4" in diameter, and the center of the holes is 1/2" off the deck lid. I'm looking for a suitable bracket now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluDestiny Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Floorless, it depends on the condition and the amount of hardware you have to go with them. Also if they are the ones that bolt to the hatch or slip underneath the rubber seal. The ones that slip under the rubber seal and look flush can go from $50-150 from what I've seen. The other ones people just give away practically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan95i4 Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Here's an old pic of my Dad's Fairlady Pic is from '83/'84 maybe, when we lived in Japan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getoffmyinternet Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 It could be something like this: My link If the bracket was fastened on the inside of the louver, it would be more low profile. but we need to be sure about a) size of hole for the bolt and height of connection from the body - you want the louvers to sit tight on body (with rubber weather stripping) Also, I was thinking about putting a bit of rust inhibitor paint on the inside of the drilled holes on the body, then a dab of silicon before tightening. This would hopefully make them rust and weather proof. No, it's not just a bracket that you bolt down, it's like a gate latch, also known as a window bolt. However it is spring loaded in the shut position. The top of the louvers are on hinges so you can easily lift them up to clean the window. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herman Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Here are pics of my person Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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