bnr32jason Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Hi everyone, I don't actually own a 350z, I own a R32 Skyline GT-R. I'm an American living in Japan, and as much as I like the exterior looks of the R32, the interior is just too old and bland, so I'm doing some upgrading by first installing a 350z dashboard and even door panels. My progress so far is minimal, as I just started, but the dash fits surprisingly well. Some minor trimming, and modification of the stock a-pillar to bring it out smooth with the dash, and everything should look great. Problem I am running into, is I can't get anyone in Japan to sell me the passenger side airbag cover. Brand new from Nissan, I was quoted about $2000 US because they won't sell the cover without the airbag. Junkyards won't sell me the part, because supposedly it's illegal to sell a safety item that has already been destroyed. I can use one that the airbag already deployed, as I'll be recovering the dash anyways. So I'm expanding my search into the UK and Australia, hoping someone has something or knows of a junkyard that has the part and will sell it to me. I'll be honest, I don't really intend to stay on the site after I find what I need, unless there is interest in the project, since I don't own a 350z, I probably can't be a contributing member. So I PM'd an admin asking if I could post a wanted ad. Here's my full car BTW: Changing wheels as soon as my new tires get here. Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Nice effort! Try R35LEE and Zmanalex on here as they will both (or should) be able to help. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Awesome looking R32. I want one in dark grey! The dash looks great in it. Give ZMANALEX a shout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alessandro Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Never seen this before Good luck with your search and keep us posted with your progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 BTW, am sure that you have been on here but you may have missed this (epic!) thread and it may help you! http://my350z.com/forum/forced-inductio ... thing.html Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnr32jason Posted July 17, 2010 Author Share Posted July 17, 2010 Yeah I saw that project, not sure how well the entire 350z dash mates up to a S14 chassis, but seems like it almost would have been easier for him to go the same route I did and use the entire 350z dash instead of modifying the OEM dash. I will contact the people suggested. Thank you very much for the info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FIDDYZ Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Awesome looking R32. I want one in dark grey! The dash looks great in it. Give ZMANALEX a shout. You would love the little track warrior that Abbey look after then............... Schweet ride! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Hi and welcome bud, the two traders on here will probably be able to sort you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronzee Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Welcome to the forum. Cool looking R32. Interesting project, switching the dash and door cards over. Do the cards actually fit? Or near to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MITZ@CougarStore Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Welcome to the forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narcotix Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Welcome to the forum .. Hope you find what you're looking for .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Jason, I have one but the air bag is deployed. PM replied to mate. Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 I've been following your thread on GTROC, very nice project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnr32jason Posted July 17, 2010 Author Share Posted July 17, 2010 Welcome to the forum. Cool looking R32. Interesting project, switching the dash and door cards over. Do the cards actually fit? Or near to? I think out of everything, the door panels may be the most work. Main reason I want the door panels is because I want the vent. I may simply mold the vent from the 350z into my stock door panel to make things easier. Will also need to reshape the door panel a bit, but was planning on doing that anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkie34 Posted July 17, 2010 Share Posted July 17, 2010 Car looks awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
350zStephen Posted July 18, 2010 Share Posted July 18, 2010 I am sure JDM performance have this part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted July 18, 2010 Share Posted July 18, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnr32jason Posted July 20, 2010 Author Share Posted July 20, 2010 Working with ZMANALEX to get the stuff I need. He is being EXTREMELY helpful and courteous! Shipping is going to be expensive from the UK to Japan, but it seems to be my only option. Can't wait to get the dash fully installed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDM Performance Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 I am sure JDM performance have this part. We sure could :-D Any trim (or other Nissan) parts you need just give us a shout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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