Front indicator position UK 240Z

Ashley

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I am quite a novice and would like to ask as I have them seen them mounted separately above the front bumper and on some cars integrated in the front valance. Did they change position over time?

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Mr Tenno

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The under bumper ones didn't meet the height regulations of the time so certain markets (like the UK) had separate indicators and extra lights on the rear bumper for the number plate.
 

Ashley

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The under bumper ones didn't meet the height regulations of the time so certain markets (like the UK) had separate indicators and extra lights on the rear bumper for the number plate.
OK great thanks for clarifying. I cant understand why they did not meet UK regulations though as Series 3 E-Types of the period had their indicators mounted under the front bumpers with no issue.
 

SeanDezart

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The under bumper ones didn't meet the height regulations of the time so certain markets (like the UK) had separate indicators and extra lights on the rear bumper for the number plate.
Which certain markets received Saïd front indicatifs and Rear plate bumper uplighter please ?
 

Albrecht

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Worth remembering that the legislation being complied with included a requirement for a side light/'running light' incorporated in the headlamp unit (so three functions: Side light, dipped beam and main beam). There was a height requirement for these as well as for the indicators.

The 'original' design of the under bumper, quarter valance mounted front lamp units incorporated TWO lamp holders. In the Japanese market these lamp units doubled-up (tripled-up?) as running lights, indicators and side-to-side switchable parking lamps. In the North American market only one bulb holder was used.
 

SeanDezart

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The 'original' design of the under bumper, quarter valance mounted front lamp units incorporated TWO lamp holders. In the Japanese market these lamp units doubled-up (tripled-up?) as running lights, indicators and side-to-side switchable parking lamps. In the North American market only one bulb holder was used.
Side-lights (what you call running lights*) and indicators I was aware of, parking lights is a New one for me, presumably contrôles by thé position of thé indicators stalk with ignition off ? Pretty advanced for Era !

*running lights as per the both american market ?

Australia/New Zealand the same ? And the last southern hemisphere country- South Africa?

I seem to recall the portugeuse imports not having the over-bumper indicators which were imposed upon the remaining EU markets including the UK....
 

Albrecht

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I'm surprised that people are surprised about the Parking Lights switches.

The switch was blanked on Export market cars, but the symbols were still there. Re-located with the 'A' type to 'B' type transmission-linked console change, but still there.
 

Mr Tenno

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I'm guessing the JDM step lights were automatic and not switch controlled?
 

Albrecht

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I'm guessing the JDM step lights were automatic and not switch controlled?

Yes, wired into the same A-pillar mounted auto switches as the courtesy light I believe.

The step lights were a very rarely chosen optional extra. Possibly a bit too much faff to fit?
 

Mr Tenno

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Would love to see a set in operation - just out of pure curiosity!
 

richiep

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I'm surprised that people are surprised about the Parking Lights switches.
Funnily enough, I’m not. ;)

Unfortunately my red Z lost it’s original twin bulb light units and the associated switch during its U.K. lifetime before my ownership. When I rebuilt it in the 00s, I fitted single bulb US-style units; nowadays I actually have some JDM twin units, but still lack the correct switch. So Alan, if you have one for an early-71 car knocking around anywhere, or see one on your travels (now that Japan is opening up again) please think of me!
 
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