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Parts from Japan
Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 8:07 pm
by NC2005
I have heard that a few people import parts (suspension, intake etc) from Japan.
Does anyone have web site details? Thanks.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 8:57 pm
by Hammer
I know a lot of people buy from Yahoo Auction Japan. Though you need to know how to read Japanese.
Even when using the online translators like Bing and Google, it's difficult to follow properly.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 9:25 pm
by vishes
Searching for wheels is quite easy.
For example, 4x100 15x8 +10 would translate to 4H PCD100 15x8JJ ET10. I understand some kanji as I'm Chinese so it makes a bit easier. An online translator would be your best option, if not ask Jesse Streeter for any enquiries.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 9:47 pm
by project.r.racing
use import monster, they translate it into engrish for you, and also allow you do bid like ebay.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 10:33 pm
by zombie
I imported my suspension (Ohlins) through
JDM Yard - easy to deal with, and the price they quote is inclusive of all taxes and duties and shipping direct to your door.
They were a
forum sponsor at the time, not sure if they still are.
It's also worth chatting to forum member rupewrecht (
http://jdmparts.rupewrecht.com/) as he trawls the Yahoo Japan auctions and brings in container loads of Mazda (and other) parts on a regular basis.
I haven't dealt with him myself, but
do a search and you will find many happy customers.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Wed Feb 09, 2011 10:47 pm
by bigdog
+1 for Rupewrecht. Top guy and well worth the effort to troll Yahoo - you can find some really interesting stuff over there. You will pay for the privilege of course, as the Japanese are just as interested in JDM parts as we are, so prices are not cheap.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 2:55 pm
by Steampunk
bigdog wrote:...well worth the effort to troll Yahoo ....
"trawl"
you've been reading waaaay too many Fantasy books
Parts from Japan
Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 3:36 pm
by bigdog
Troll v. The art of appearing troll like while viewing Japanese car pron on Yahoo.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 3:53 pm
by RawSouth
Jesse Streeter is a champion.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 9:02 pm
by manga_blue
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 9:30 pm
by hks_kansei
another vote for Rupewrecht here.
good prices and just a great guy all round.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 8:23 am
by hks_kansei
Davex3 wrote:Whatever you do make sure you get them overnight.
you're only saying that because he owes you a 10 sec car!
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2011 1:24 pm
by oztrackdays
+2 for Jesse Streeter
http://www.jessestreeter.com/he and his wife were kind enough to show us some cool things in Japan when I was over there.
He has a very professional setup and is an ex-pat Victorian who loves his cars but now lives in Japan full time.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Fri Feb 25, 2011 10:07 am
by corners
RawSouth wrote:Jesse Streeter is a champion.
I agree. I've ordered parts through Jesse and they arrived a few days later in the post.
Re: Parts from Japan
Posted: Fri Feb 25, 2011 10:33 am
by deviant
www.raventechracing.comPerth based. Very fast and their prices are fantastic. The got me a PAIR of Sparco Sprint V for under $700 inc delivery.