Source for 240Z seat strap metal clips

[zed2]

I need sixteen (16) Datsun 240Z seat strap metal clips. Does anyone have a resource to share? (Zeddsaver will have some stainless steel ones soon, but I prefer to continue on with my project in the next couple of weeks.)

Thanks for the referrals.

Keith

Edited August 26, 2019 by zed2

[Mark Maras]

 Any idea of the wire gauge? I'd make some using 9ga. galvanized smooth wire. It's avail. from any fence co. that installs chain-link fence.

[zed2]

The clip material diameter is 1/8".  It would require considerable time to create a jig to hold the steel rod immobile for the tight bends of the clips. 

Keith

[siteunseen]

Here's a DIY idea for those using MSA kit.  

http://woodworkerb.com/home/datsun-240z-rebuild/seat-rebuild/

https://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/classic08f04/40-2690

Edited August 25, 2019 by siteunseen

[zed2]

To clarify,  my quest is for the 2-3/8"  metal clips...not the fastener (rivet) or the hog ring.

Thanks,

Keith

 

[Namerow]

On 8/24/2019 at 11:57 AM, zed2 said:

I need sixteen (16) Datsun 240Z seat strap metal clips. Does anyone have a resource to share? (Zeddsaver will have some stainless steel ones soon, but I prefer to continue on with my project in the next couple of weeks.)

I don't think you're likely to be able to source these new as stand-alone items (unless Zeddsaver comes through).  Instead, they'll probably come in the form of used items from someone with an unwanted, beat-up seat.  If I were such a person, I'd offer to either sell you the whole seat for $25 (you pay the packaging and shipping, so add $100) or I would invest my labour to recover the clips and dispose of the rest so that I could sell you the clips for $25 (you pay the packaging and shipping, so add $25). 

Alternatively, @zKars probably has a cache these (used), ready for sale and instant delivery.  My guess is that his price will be $25 .