Parts from Japan

NC2005 · Postby **NC2005** » Wed Feb 09, 2011 8:07 pm

I have heard that a few people import parts (suspension, intake etc) from Japan.
Does anyone have web site details? Thanks.

Hammer · Postby **Hammer** » Wed Feb 09, 2011 8:57 pm

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.

vishes · Postby **vishes** » Wed Feb 09, 2011 9:25 pm

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.

project.r.racing · Postby **project.r.racing** » Wed Feb 09, 2011 9:47 pm

use import monster, they translate it into engrish for you, and also allow you do bid like ebay.

zombie · Postby **zombie** » Wed Feb 09, 2011 10:33 pm

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.

bigdog · Postby **bigdog** » Wed Feb 09, 2011 10:47 pm

+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.

Steampunk · Postby **Steampunk** » Thu Feb 10, 2011 2:55 pm

bigdog wrote:...well worth the effort to troll Yahoo ....

"trawl"
you've been reading waaaay too many Fantasy books

bigdog · Postby **bigdog** » Thu Feb 10, 2011 3:36 pm

Troll v. The art of appearing troll like while viewing Japanese car pron on Yahoo.

RawSouth · Postby **RawSouth** » Thu Feb 10, 2011 3:53 pm

Jesse Streeter is a champion.

manga_blue · Postby **manga_blue** » Thu Feb 10, 2011 9:02 pm

Rupewrecht's how-to-buy-from-japan guide is a must read
http://www.astinagt.com/forums/showthread.php?s=a889f951ee5cc02f6faea20602fccca4&t=11889

hks_kansei · Postby **hks_kansei** » Thu Feb 10, 2011 9:30 pm

another vote for Rupewrecht here.

good prices and just a great guy all round.

hks_kansei · Postby **hks_kansei** » Fri Feb 11, 2011 8:23 am

Davex3 wrote:Whatever you do make sure you get them overnight.

you're only saying that because he owes you a 10 sec car!

oztrackdays · Postby **oztrackdays** » Fri Feb 11, 2011 1:24 pm

+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.