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Okay so I went through the FAQ and a lot of the questions I have are answered there except the thread links are dead so I figure I'd ask in a new thread.

I live in SA and I need/ was wondering about the following;

Mine is 2003 Non-premium

  • Mechanics

  • Best mechanic to get it serviced (general and major)

  • Bodywork

  • Thinking about getting it detailed, has a few scratches
  • Need some bodywork fixed on it where is the best place to go? (SA)

  • Electronics

  • Left window is not working too well, only way to make it move is to give it a shake :/ new motor?
  • Best place to get the above done (SA)
  • Front right (top) light is out, is that just a bulb change? where do i get those bulbs?

  • Electronics - Audio

  • Want to get a custom stereo with iphone/USB capability (TV screen isn't important) steering wheel buttons would be nice if affordable (error f3 on cd so i figure may aswell get a whole new one)
  • If I can get my iPhone to work with the stock that would be handy for the time being! (the ipod integration thread link from the FAQ is dead)
  • Speaker/sub options?
  • Best place to get the above done (SA)

  • Misc

  • I need a jack, no idea where I can get one
  • Only got one car key and boot button won't work (FAQ thread link is dead) dont have immobiliser code
  • Good place to buy some nice "down to earth" priced wheels

Any help would be GREATLY appreciated! Phones numbers/email addresses or websites for contacts appreciated!

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a few of us are quite knowledgeable and can help, depends on which end of town youre in.

headlight is easy, just fiddly

window motor is easy, just fiddly

ipod cable costs just a few dollars to make

jack from a 350z or go to nisswreck

any idea of desired wheel size? budget?

i might be interested in your factory stereo/trim panel if you upgrade

Edited by Deep Dish V35

Me and my mate beleive it or not, changed the bulb without taking the bumper off. I have skinny wrists and managed to get my hand in there and get the old out and the new in. Not quite sure if it touched anything, it's highly likely though as you can't see what your doing lol.

Umm, well im looking just to replace the stock ones i think they're 18s.. Thinking about going with black budget wise not heaps fussed but not extremely pricey obviously!

I live down at golden grove, but work near the city.

Yeh thinking about upgrading, but not fussed i just want the radio to work and also to be able to play usb or ipod. What do i need to make the cable?

Checking nisswreck now! Are they good for servicing and bodywork also?

Do use know what halogen is meant to go in there?

Also the window motor, how will i know if it need replacing? It sorta works but sometimes gets stuck? :/

Edited by dFed

Also the window motor, how will i know if it need replacing? It sorta works but sometimes gets stuck? :/

There is a DIY on the forum floating around somewhere for the window. Cheap but time consuming, seen great results though

hey man

i had most of your problems as well, but before i bought my car i told the guy to fix up the window before i picked it up two days before which he did for free ;). Only thing was the bloody rat cracked the bumber and parked it where i couldn't see the front.Guess i was too excited for my first car......

hi mate,im also in SA,and also have a V35.

to answer a few of your questions:

- i have found Sinergy Motorsport excellent to deal with,they have a lot of experience with V35s from regular servicing to tuning brakes,suspension,and engine work eg a couple of HKS GTsupercharger kits. very professional and good service.

- i managed to replace the parker light bulbs myself without removing any part of the car,but removing the front wheels and plastic guards is fairly quick and alows you easier access to the main bulbs

- try second hand japanese wheels?maybe R34 GTR rims?

Cheers, yeh i figured out the button for the boot. I might head down to sinergy motorsport and see what they have to say!

Hmm im gonna check out the do it yourself guide for the lights hopefully i don't screw it up haha

Hi dFed, I live near you and may be interested in your current wheels if you upgrade. What wheels do you have at the moment?

Also, did you find out about getting another key made - I'm in the same boat & want a second key with chip, not too worried about the remote keys though.

Yeh will do! Ill probably replace them in the next few months!

As for the key, I saw them on eBay as well but I was reason somewhere that you need to get Nissan to activate it or something..? Let us know how you go! (mine is also a 3 button)

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