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  1. I have recently purchased a 1997 stagea rs four that is unregistered. I am in need of the front doors as the current ones are rusty, if anyone has any / can help me find them I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks
  2. Hi All, Just curious, has anyone ever installed the pop up OEM sat nav screen (not so concerned with the screen just the actual pop up mechanism and screen casing) in a m35 model that does not have the sat nav as standard (the one that has the mini glovebox instead)? Considering putting the screen in but would like to have it neat and 'stock looking' If not any suggestions for nice places/methods of mounting a 7" screen? thanks guys
  3. Hi Guys, This is my first post here but have been reading for a while, so hi all . I'm currently looking at a stagea with a broken electric seat (I understand this is a pretty common issue). It's a 2002 NM35 Autech Axis with the heated leather electric seats, I just wanted to get some opinions as to common issues/fixes for this problem. All other functions appear to work except for the back and forth motion (the only one you really NEED haha, typical). Does anyone have any experience with this? Thanks in advance!
  4. So yesterday I finally put in my new head unit that I bought a few months back. The head unit itself is a Clarion CZ702A, which itself reviewed very well by MEA (http://www.mobileele...02a_cd_tuner-1/) and I used all Aerpro harnesses etc to get it installed without fuss. I also got the harness in readiness for steering wheel controls. Essentially the harness gets you from Nissan to ISO format, then you go from ISO plugs to whatever your deck is. Aerpro Harnesses used as follows: - Clarion to ISO Harness 15 Pin (APP8CLA) - Clarion to ISO format - Clarion Adaptor Cable Suits Control Harness A (APCLAA) - Clarion SWC connection - Control A For Nissan 350Z 03, Navara 06, X-Trial Sport 01 (CHNI3A) - Main harness including steering wheel control component - Nissan D/Diversity Lead (AP348A) - For Antenna connection Another reason for choosing this specific deck was because the LCD display can be completely changed in colour, unlike many that tend to keep part of the display/front in their corporate colours. There's a preset colour for orange that is close, but the User colour setting allowed for more finite control of RGB values (in 8 steps). There might be better instructions around for the removal of the centre section of the console but I used a combination of photo instructions and YouTube video used for the Infiniti G35 (so assume its all the same for M35 Stagea and V35 Skyline): - http://www.sound-rep...l-instructions/ The Clarion headunit itself came with a mounting cage, and after scratching my head a bit on how to use this, I realised I didn't need it. Instead, after unscrewing the factory H/U, I slid the Clarion in and used the same holes and screws to mount it up. I was also hesitant as to whether this unit would be able to control tunes on the new iPhone 5, so I just went down and checked with the sync cable plugged into the USB connection (that was run over into the glove box for now) and all worked as expected. Win! All in all pretty happy with it as is the wife unit. Cheers Brendan
  5. 2001 NM35 Nissan Stagea RX FOUR 250t 133,000kms Nismo ECU Nismo Instrument Cluster Nismo LMX5 Wheels (slight gutter rash, new centre caps) BC BR Coilovers Freeway Dolphin Swaybars Polyurethane Castor Arms Bushes HDi Intercooler Nissan Factory Sports Muffler Blitz External BOV Transmission Valve Body Upgrade Project MU Brake Pads and RDA Slotted Rotors ARX LSD Differential - No HICAS V35 Manual Radiator with Aftermarket Cap External Transmission Cooler Greddy Informeter Touch- http://www.greddy.co...ics/informeter/ Clarion Head Unit with iPod Interface and BlueTooth Connectivity WD Media Player with USB Interface Steering Wheel Audio Controls (needs Clarion interface to control the Head Unit fitted) Factory Reverse Camera ST49EA Number Plates (will be sold with the car) Aftermarket (brand unknown) grill Aftermarket boot wing/lip Nismo Badging Front and Rear Nismo Stripes VIN: 6U90000NM35303052 Engine: VQ25151346A Plate: ST49EA Rego Exp: 02/10/2013 Asking $16,000 Also have separately (not fitted to the car): - Navy Velour Front/Back Seats (dusty from storage, but in great condition otherwise) - Apexi N1 Exhaust - Aftermarket Dump Pipe - Aftermarket Front Pipe Front tyres are almost brand new, full wheel alignment performed. Car regularly serviced with only the best. Photos are also available here: http://forum.silvian...pic.php?t=35360
  6. Hi Guys I've just bought a 2005 Stagea, and was wondering if any of you had come across a manual for it in english? I've got a couple of things I would like to get sorted, but can't really find too much information on it(Information that I can read anyway...) Specifically: LCD screen pops up, and goes straight back down(doesn't turn on) Power cable in the centre console, no idea what it is for In car phone system? Appears to be on the steering wheel, but nothing happens other than a "beep". Phone can't find the car either Replacing the stereo, I've seen adapters for the face plate, but can't seem to find a wiring diagram so I can keep the steering wheel controls(seen the adapters on amazon though) Dvd rom for the LCD? A way to get it all working again?(Providing the english conversion is out for the 2005 model now)(DVD has power to it, but that is all I can see/hear at the moment) Off/Snow/On button below the steering wheel, this car is only RWD, so I'm not sure what it's for?(I thought it was for the 4WD models) Other than those things, the car is great(perfect for towing the jetski) I hope I haven't broken any unwritten rules with this post, I'm not meaning to ask for you to do all the work, just to point me in the right direction Any help would be greatly appreciated Thanks Chris
  7. Hi, I noticed a troubling sound on my 03 M35 (not ARX), when I am slowing down to a complete stop once and I get down to about about 20kph I get a random intermittent 'knocking' sound that sounds like its coming from the rear passenger wheel. Any thoughts? I have also noticed that occasionally the 4WD warning light (well I assume it's a warning light?) comes on which may be related. I haven't got means to read the engine codes at this stage so any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
  8. Hi All, Sorry if this has been asked a million times before but my M35 Stagea (Auto) is having stalling issues. It seems to pick it's days (ie. it won't stall for 3-4 days, then stall 5-6 times in one day, mostly worse when it's not 100% warmed up). I have replaced the fuel pump and filters, cleaned the throttle body (mostly just dirt, but did appear to have a little oil in it - please not leaky turbo :S?). I am going to attempt to clean the AFM and have a new air filter on it's way. Any other thoughts? The only other issue that I'm aware of at this stage is the 4WD light coming on from time to time (I'm fairly confident it's just low on ATESSA fluid but just haven't got around to replenishing yet), is there any chance these are related? Any help would be amazing! Thanks
  9. Hey guys, hoping no one would be interested in buying my car, therefore convincing me to not sell it. As most of u know the car hobby sucks u dry - not in a good way either. // -- insert marriage, house, kids sob story here --// If it does go, hopefully it's to someone interstate.. I couldn't stand to see it driven by someone else locally. First, the bad: Will need a new clutch, currently 'catching high'. Still drivable. Rust spots behind mirrors - common area. Although not too bad, as the mirrors were replaced by owner in Japan. A/C needs to be regassed Details: 1999 series 2 Stagea RS4-S (therefore manual) Purchased from importer on 06/2011 Black 78,xxx kms Serviced every 5000kms, and will service upon sale if seller requests Rego til 04/13 My baaahhhdyy: Ganador side mirrors Dolphin eyelids Dolphin sideskirts Takero front bar N/A grill Weather strips Not too sure what rear wing is - looks nice tho Original stagea boot may (ooohh!.. ahh!) Parcel cover slide thingy <-- someone tell me Combination of banana and berry air fresheners (amazing! you will want to eat the air!) Under the bonnet: RB25DET Neo NGK Iridium sparks Spitfire Coils Airynx pod filter Cooling Pro Stealth (black) FMIC 3" cat back JJR Dump pipe Venom 500 series cat Shoes: 19" Work TE37 (minor grazes), rears on 15mm spacers Achilles rubber BC BR coilovers Handling (fitted <1000km/s): Whiteline front swaybar links Whiteline rear heavy duty sway bar (BNR11XXZ) Whiteline radius bushes $16k - I think this is reasonable with what has been done to it. Now all it needs is an ECU and further engine mods. located in Canberra, please PM or sms /call me maybe on O432 808 254 These pics from when I picked up from Importer: All credit to StiinkyPoo for these pics!
  10. Up for sale is my 1997 Nissan Stagea AWD TURBO RB25DET series 1 with series 2 lights all round 151,000kms always serviced has been my daily driver for the past years never let me down great car goes well, leather climate control bluetooth stereo central locking/keyless entry with immobilizer it is a pleasure to drive and just dose what you want and everything just works negotiable on price within reason. please don't hesitate contact me with any questions or to arrange to view please contact me on 0450051813 thankyou
  11. Hey Guys I need some r33 gtr (maybe gtst, maybe stagea too) strut tops (the bit that holds the springs on and bolts into the car) In qld but will be driving Gold Coast to Melbourne in a week so i can pickup along the way if need be Let me know what you have
  12. Hey I have my 99 series 2 stagea up for sale It runs well and very clean It runs a dual boost control All original interior Body is in goos shape just a couple of minor things need to n done such as new side skirts and I I'm also doing a head light conversion because 1 of the bulbs are blown and it's roughly the same price to do a whole conversion then to just replace 1 bulb. Has only 91000 Kim's on the clock And also has a mid wing on the back which are very hard to find these days and no I will not sell it separate sorry Mad only looking for $9500 ONO or also swap for something of interest and some cash so if you have any questions hit me up and need it gone ASAP cheers
  13. I have my set of OZ Racing 3 piece 18x9 +22 5x114.3 wheels for sale, In immaculate condiion, no curb marks or scuffs, will suit, skyline, gtr/gts, silvia ceffie, laurel, stagea with 5x114.3 pcd, slightly dishy but not over the top, will fill the guards up however. no tyres fitted, but will throw in a pair of 255/35/r18 toyo semi slicks with 50-60% tread these no longer fit my new brake setup so need to move them on.. $1000 firm pm or 0411 59 49 48, located in Perth
  14. had a quick browse and didn't see this one covered before just wondering if anyone can clear up weather of not a set of coil overs from a 25rs stagea will fit an autech stagea ?? as far as i know autech's are fitted with straight GTR components on their suspension??, but just no sure if the same goes for the 25 rs's. cheers.
  15. Complete bolt on R32 GTR Brake upgrade for Series 1 WGNC34. 296x32mm rotor with calipers which I rebuilt 1500km ago with genuine Nissan seals. Held up fine at Winton and Sandown with 230kw behind them on semi-slicks. The best bang-for-buck brake upgrade you'll find. Rotors are near-new (~31.7mm) slotted RDAs and ADR-approved braided brake lines. Come with a set of Project Mu MAX900i racing pads with ~70% left. Cost $300 just for the pads. $500ono for the lot. PM me or SMS 0423 eight-hundred 325.
  16. Looking to buy some conversion fenders, got everything else to the puzzle just missing the fenders. Anybody have them lying around or knows someone who knows someone don't hesitate to PM me
  17. Wanting to buy some fenders for my stagea to convert the front end to a R34 hopefully around the Brisbane area, if anyone has any or could get me in touch with someone would be great
  18. Hey guys and girls... got an ad on gumtree if you cbf looking it up. Located NOR Perth, WA Got some random left over parts that came from a silver c34 series 1 stagea. heres a list: Super stupidly rare grille (Series 1) - I think it is off a 25G and there were stuff all of those imported and its the only one in Perth that I am aware of. $250 Silver rear bumper (series 1) - $100 R34 silver bov piping (connects to black pipe which connects to BOV) - $10 3 rear baby seat clips (on roof cargo bay area) middle clip cover snapped off on one (would suit someone who needs one or 2 covers?) grey in colour - $10 Supa cheap red pod filters (have one that was used for 2000kms and another that was on the car b4 i bought it so pretty old and little bit faded) - Good one $15 , old one $5 Also have set of shocks/springs combo I bought off someone over east on SAU - told me had done 110000kms and I used for maybe 10000kms or so (was told it had lowered rear springs but pretty sure they are stock height but fronts def lower) - It has stock front shocks with rsr springs and rear kyb agx damper adjustable shock with stock springs - $250 Front driver seat - $50 4 contipro sport tyres (235/45/17) - good for skids/drift around 2-4mm tread ($50 set) Prefer txt message (0422 194 26four) or email (peter-toth@hotmaildotcom) as I don't go on here anymore (ONLY ABOVE ITEMS ARE STILL AVAILABLE) can send new pics upon request. I am open to offers on everything EXCEPT the grille as that will remain at $250 until someone is prepared to pay what I am asking as its worth it Cheers yo! Peter
  19. Chasing a set of C34 stagea coilovers for my S1 RS4 auto stagea. inbox please.
  20. Hey guys, just thought I would introduce myself to everyone on the forums. Just bought a late 98' Stagea RS4S as my new daily and am absolutely loving it. First AWD car I have evr owned and First turbo car I have owned. My name is Michael and to be honest, in the past i never thought I would ever buy a nissan. Have been a die hard Honda fan for the last 10 years and in the last few years also found love for the E30 platform. Was driving an e30 as a daily for a couple of years and enjoying it, but needed some extra space and wanted something a bit different. Also wanted something that wasn't going to get bogged taking it down tracks to surf spots, so AWD was a must. This one popped up in QLD of all places (i am in melbourne) was at an import yard called Motorman imports, gave them a call and they seemed decent. Put the money down and had it towed down here. So far haven't had any issues but will be getting it checked out at a workshop probably next week just to make sure it is all up to scratch. Anyway here it is: Engine bay: Boost controller unit: on surf trip down to apollo bay Center console when i picked it up, had a non functional double din suzuki headunit and the climate control was mounted down where the blanking plate is sapposed to be... Re-organised center console, but now there is a gap above the coin trey section. I am unsure what is meant to go in that space, i think it is a blanking plate of some description but not sure. Will be looking for the part that go's there though. Also, the factory tripple guage unit is extremely sensitive when it comes to the connection block at the back of it, with one small touch it will either not work at all or the lights won't work, or one of the guages won't work. The contact between the connection block and circuit board are a bit dodgy... Another surprise found when taking inspecting the car after picking it up, MINES ECU: Already picked up a few mods but won't be getting too out of hand as it is meant to be a fun practical daily as well as a surf trip car on weekeds new gear knob: Cooling pro stealth front mount kit: It's a 98' RS4S, came with the SR3 drivers seat, a Blitz NUR spec exhaust and some 'A tech final speed gear-r' wheels (never heard of them...) But then when i picked the car up and sussed it out properly, I found a Blitz Electronic Boost controller as well as a 'Mines' ECU and a turbo timer Had 82000k's on the clock and seems to be running strong. So far have bought some Thule racks for surf trips as well as a cooling pro stealth front mount and nismo gear knob. Plan is to up the boost to 10psi and get it tuned and that's about it to be honest. For now anyway. The AWD turbo platform will be a learning curve for sure as I have never worked with boost befor, but looking forward to the challenge Some of you guys might know me from seeing my trackcar at winton possibly, K24 powered EM1 that I built myself (still own it but it doesn't get out much these days ) My other project I have at the moment is my E30 Touring, it is my weekend/project car This was my daily befor I bought the Stagea, when it was at its best anyway: Anyway, good to join a new forum and looking forward to coming out on some cruises etc
  21. FOR SALE 8/2002 Nissan Stagea Axis Autech Model. VIN: NM35311708 Engine: VQ25DET Color: White Trasmission: 5 speed Auto w/ tiptronic. Rego: Until April 2014 109xxx kms. Overview: Hey guys, I’ve not had this car for a year, and whilst it has been the most comfortable, and reliable car I've ever owned, my situation has changed with my fiancé purchasing a brand new car, and only now requiring one car for a daily commute. Paying 2 sets of insurance/fuel/maintenance is just not viable at this stage. I purchased this car from Ben at Northshore Prestige early this year around the 15/4/13. It had circa 104000kms when purchased, and I have put a further 4,000kms on it since owning. It is immaculate. The paint has no chips whatsoever. There is NO rust. Mechanically, it is A1. There is no creaks, rattles, sounds etc. Automatic gearbox feels strong. Being the Axis model, it also comes factory with a flared Autech styled bodykit, different grill, and from what I’ve been told, different suspension compared to non axis models. It comes with the beige leather interior (Not the crappy brown color) with heated seats, full electrics. The only issue that I have with it is that the CD Player has crapped itself. Radio/Tape player (lol)still works, and you can put CDs into the 6 stacker, but it will simply not play. Modifications: - 18" genuine Nissan ARX wheels. - EZlip front rubber lip. - 20% window tint on front 2 windows to match rear privacy glass. - 350Z Non Brembo slotted and dimpled rotors on the front. I’ve simply used it as a film car for my business, and a daily commuter to and from the Bank. It doesn't get thrashed whatsoever, and is serviced meticulously. Washed every 2 weeks, and a full detail done every 8-12 weeks. As far as I’m aware, at this stage, it is one of only 2 for sale in NSW. I have full approval papers from Department of Infrastructure and Transport, as well as Japanese Export Certificate in PDF format, provided by the dealer, if you would like to peruse it. PRICE: Looking for $15,990. Priced below market, and looking for a quick sale. Will not disappoint. Located in Seaforth, NSW, 2092. PICS: Please contact me on here via PM, or you can email me on shazzbanger (at) gmail (dot) com. Alternatively, you can contact me on zero four zero one two zero two five zero nine. If I am unable to answer, please leave a message and I will repsond as soon as I can. being a bank manager, it is sometimes hard to get to the phone all the time. Happy to accept SMS if that is your forte. Also happy to liase with potential buyer regarding auto vehicle inspection, or workshop inspection. Cheers, Shaz
  22. I have acquired a front cut and a stack of rear end parts that is basically taking up space in my driveway so it's all gotta go. Prices are very fair already but if you'd like to make a reasonable offer feel free. Bear in mind if I have to package and post the item I may be less receptive to low balls. MORE PICS AND PARTS TO BE UPDATED AS I GO! Pick up Lower Blue Mountains Sydney. Bonnet $100 (pick up only at this stage) Doors $50 each (pick up only)- Driver's door sold, all others still available. Side mirrors $30 pair or $20 each Door cards- not in good condition however the fabric parts could be used to upgrade your existing trim- $Make an, offer pick up only Rs260 (series 1- red trim) door card set in awesome condition $sold Rs260 )series 1- red trim) front seats $200 pair, Front guards $50 each (pick up only) Passenger inner guard liner $30 (pick up only) Driver's side sold Rear tailgate, complete except for boot lock $150 (pick up preferred) Dolphin side skirts and rear bar, would need some repairs $SOLD Block $200 (head sold already, motor had low compression on 6) Op6 turbo $SOLD Gearbox $SOLD Manual conversion $SOLD Steering wheel (manual with airbag) $150 Wiring looms $50 each Rear diff $400 Driveshafts $100 each Hubs $50 each Rear brakes $50 Complete rear cradle (diff, shafts, cradle, hubs etc) $600 Front brakes $80 Brake master and booster $40 each ABS unit $80 Fuel pump/cradle $50 Stock suspension with lowered springs $SOLD Headlights- Passenger side only available $50 Everything else you can see is for sale, make an offer! Sold already: Head, coilpacks, intercooler, front bar, drivers side driveshaft, rims, centre console, power steering pump, 4wd pump, driver's door, drivers side inner guard liner, washer bottle.
  23. Stock M35 17" Wheels - $400 ONO In great shape, one tiny bit of gutter rash on one wheel (pictured) but otherwise in great condition. Tyres still have a bit of life in them, however they are terrible cheap tyres to begin with and make horrible noises when you are driving (don't buy these for the tyres) Sick of tripping over them so make an offer
  24. I have had the car for 10 years this year and was one of the first stageas in western Australia, 260rs were not even available at that point. I owned it for 2 weeks and put in a rb26 and manual conversion from my previous car. The rb26 ended up getting modified abit too much and got defected and I put this more streetable engine combo (with very very responsive turbo) in and have only used it on rare occasions due to having a work car and buying a house and therefore only doing 5500km in the past 3 years since the motor was built. I have all receipts for the engine build and photos etc. the engine is a built rb26/30 (5500km since build) with gt3076r turbo, autronic, brembos, bilsteins, full gtr driveline (gtr diff, axles, gearbox, etc) plus heaps and heaps of mods... full engineering permits for engine conversion, and mods. currently making around 350awhp with potential for much more! mods: rb30 rebuilt bottom end king bearings endurotec 86.5mm pistons hastings rings Proengines 4wd sump adaptor gtr 4wd sump setup rb26 head & plenum setup freshened up with new valve stem seals, redone valves, shims setup, deck etc hks drag 1.2mm metal head gasket hks drag metal intake and exhuast gaskets gt3076r turbo custom steam pipe manifold hks 50mm wastegate 3' dump pipe and exhuast with magnaflow muffler and an apexi centre muffler K&N pod filter custom alloy cooler piping and intake pipe custom metal oil and water lines jun adjustable cam gears gtr 5 speed manual box extreme single plate clutch 32 gtr diff and axles 32 gtr rear brakes 34 gtr brembo front brakes dba 5000 alloy hat front slotted rotors custom adr approved braided brake lines r33 handbrake 4.11 front and rear diff ratios autronic smc ecu eboost 2 defi 3 din gauge setup whiteline springs all round bilstein shocks all round all noluthane bushes throughout front and rear arc front swaybar whiteline rear swaybar adjustable camber bushes r33 gtr wheels and near new tyres dayz rear bumper lip nismo copy sideskirts over 20k+ in mods alone very very well build and all round modified car, faster than gtr's and can carry 5 people in comfort. Car has only drivin 5500km in 3 years and 15 000km since 2004. previously featured in high performance imports magazine (with different engine combo). Car is in good condition overall. full gtr driveline in a wagon. can also supply stock twin turbo setup with pipework, lines and 3' exhuast dumps etc with mines twin pipes incase someone wants to stick upgraded twins on it for the stock look (last pic is engine with stock turbos on it) looks standard and with upgraded twins can make over 400awhp and cops wont be able to tell its modified) no timewasters please! car is in Perth. NOTE: does not come with nismo wheels in one of the pics (comes with r33 gtr wheels) $17k ono
  25. Hi all Well I have been posting lots of questions and progress of my new Stagea. I plan to do a bit of work to her as I cannot help myself even with dailies so I thought I should make my own little build thread to keep my own little record, ask my stupid questions and share my new baby, so here goes. She is a Pearl white Series2 WGN34 manual 4WD RS4-S So how I came to own her, I have been slowly progressing through the skyline range as daily drivers, the first R chassis I loved was my R31 TI which served me well, purchased of an old guy and lightly modded to my liking. Sold this for my modified 32 gtst which I bought as I sold her, fully engineered at 220rwkw. Great to drive. Sold her for my 34gtt. Purchased of a mate stock and again lightly modded. The only issue with my 34 was the fact that it was silver and auto, neither of which I preferred. Playing around with the idea of doing another manual conversion and fixing bits of the body work up, I started on the lookout for a nice white manual 34 to sell into. While I was on my search the opportunity came about to get my hands on a factory manual RS4-S white C34 so I dipped my toes into the wagon world. A car I have always admired as I have always had a want for something a little different, something not every person can name off the top of their head …yes yes, nice Volvo mate. Mmmm Manual Random as f**k sticker which was since removed. No idea what it means. Bye bye 34 I was happy to get into a manual and happy with the car overall, she drove very well, servicing was good and up to date. It belonged to one of my mechanics mates, not a huge car person but enough to look after it and spend money where it was needed. Needed one hell of a tidy up though. The stag had a full turbo back exhaust, aftermarket wheels and the rest was stock so this is how she stayed for a while and took over my gruelling 700km per week daily duties. The clean-up began as this was in much need. The interior was filthy, these picks don’t even show how grimy it was. Seats were horrible, carpet needed cleaning, a few broken bits here and there which im working my way through but it did come with a simple boost guage, auto closing rear door, cargo blind and all electrics working a treat. Got stuck into it by hand with surprisingly good results. Which got a surprising amount out You can see the difference Just in the colour of the seats, again this pic doesn’t do it justice. The interior has been steam cleaned since but needs to be removed and done properly to make me a bit happier. I will be getting this professionally done soon. I have a work contact who spend 2 days removing the whole interior basically and going over every nook and cranny, something im still looking forward to. First real change was a simple swap over of wheels, the aftermarket wheels were not my taste and also I had just fitted brand new Potenza RE050 rubber on my 34 which were great and not something I wanted to loose, also a big fan of black wheels so on they went Got stuck into the paint and luckily it’s all in relatively good condition, a simple polish didn’t bring up too many hidden issues. Again it will get a full professional details soon enough. It unfortunately does have the usual stag rust spots, these are yet to be addressed Under mirror Rear wheel arch I Tinted the front windows Decided to stay legal meaning they don’t match the privacy glass in darkness but it dint worry me too much, looked better than the dicky front windows standing out and summer approaching Luckily through a local wrecker I picked up a pearl white dayz front bar, few chips and dents but not bad, gives it that more aggressive look for sure. The original front bar was a bit simple looking. Next on the list were the headlights, The driver’s side usual yellow fog cleaned up easily enough with a headlight restoration product and a good sealant. However they passenger side was losing its seal and condensation had gotten the better of the inside lens. This was as good as it was going to get without opening it up. So I bought a replacement from Fatz which cleaned up a treat. From . . . To Muuuuch better! Also picked up some eyelids, yet to fit
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