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Sorry, I forgot to mention, the FSTB was on a J30 Maxima, FWD with McPherson strut, so I would have expected any improvement with a FSTB would be noticable on a front heavy car with that suspension setup. Sway bar upgrades made a big difference, FSTB and front lower tie bar did nothing.

All good. no intention on buying one.. but I thought sharing experiences with similar mods was what forums are all about?? obviously I am mistaken.. sorry.

^^ what he said.. cloning makes an exact copy of the existing chip code from a working key, so NATS is already programmed to accept that code. A new key chip (not cloned) has a new code and NATS needs to be programmed to accept this new code as well. Obviously cloning only works if you have an existing working key. As for the actual metal part of the key, any locksmith can cut that.

The locksmiths are just scared off by the term 'import', but it is just a normal Nissan key with a immobiliser chip in the key head. Maybe just tell them you have a Nissan with a chip key and ask them if they can clone it? In regard to the codes. There is a NATS PIN which is required to re-program the NATS in your car to accept new immobiliser key chips. Nissan dealers should be able to obtain this PIN based on your VIN. But it can be difficult to obtain if you aren't a Nissan dealer.

Sorry, wasn't trying to insult, just wanted to point out it isn't just 'based off', it 'is'. like some people say the Murano is 'based off' the Maxima, because it shares the same FF-L platform. Where as the Fuga and Infiniti M are the same car overall.

The Infiniti 'M' IS a Nissan Fuga.. just rebadged as an Infiniti.

I think there are 2 separate ideas here.. any good locksmith should be able to cut you a new key and clone the chip from an existing working key. However, it seems you have a new key with a new chip that NATS needs to be programmed to accept.. this is where you probably need Nissan, or someone with a consult device to program it for you. You probably also need the NATS PIN to program it.

I'm kind of with you on this.. but probably because I have been burnt before with strut tower braces, with many people telling me that make a big difference, then I fork out the cash, install it, and find it makes no difference at all to a daily. This appears to be a similar item, but tries to tie the lower section of the rear suspension together. I feel that forces required to flex this section of the suspension member would need to be significant, and a bent metal bar isn't likely to do much to reduce it. But since I have never used one, I can't really make any definitive comments. other than to say that I would be surprised if you would notice any change by fitting this to a normal street car..

True I guess.. a downside if you are into the stretched look... I prefer the look of the tyres sitting flush with the rim, and most tyres do have a lip to prevent damage with a minor gutter/kurb touch.

It is concerning how often some people gutter their rims.. had my J30 Maxima for 13 years, never touched the rims on anything.. even my wife has never damaged the rims on our J31 Maxima, and she isn't really a car person.

Interesting.. they seem to think the M sedan is a 'mid-sized sedan', yet compare it to the BMW 5 series, which is hardly 'mid sized'. I would classify the G sedan as 'mid sized', but the M as 'large'

get some quotes from other insurance companies first.. I'm with NRMA. They weren't the cheapest, but have a policy to beat competetors quotes by 10%. I pay about $800 a year with glass cover.

According to the quote from Chris Rogers in the above link, it is used to enable/disable the alarm.

A quick google search came up with this. http://www.350z-tech...mmobiliser.html Looks like it might be a dongle for a JDM alarm. It appears there was a post on here about it, but no longer exists.. the link shows a quote from Chris Rogers mentioning it is used to enable/disable the alarm.

There is no way we can answer that question. you need to have the airbag codes read to find out what it triggering the light. The anti-submarine units in the seats seem to be a common issue, but until you get the codes read, you won't know for sure. From what i have heard, you can't buy these units separate from the seat.

looks a bit like those tools for breaking window glass.. like the tool that comes with the cargo barriers for 4WDs or wagons

The term 'xenon' can be misleading. You can get xenon halogens, and HIDs also use xenon gas. So you are better off defining them as halogens or HID. I don't think you will be unhappy with LHD headlights. It will just be other drivers who will be unhappy. And you run the risk of a defect. The human eye is less sensitive to the shorter wavelength light, that is why the higher colour temp. Lights can appear dull.

they don't shine up on the left because they are LHD headlights.. they shine up on the right... RHD headlights shine up on the left.

They will probably test the waters with the M, if they think there is a demand, they may bring the G sedan in. Still think they should have brought the M56 in though!.. (not that I would have bought one..) but it might have stopped the media saying the Altima V8 supercar has a patrol engine.. since the M56 has been using this engine for a while and the Patrol hasn't yet..

Fair enough. I guess it's my lack of appreication of SUVs and 4WDs.. I would only buy one if it's function made it necessary for me to have one.

Not trying to be rude.. but I have to say I don't understand this concept.. why buy a high clearance softroader and lower it? doesn't that defeat the purpose of an SUV?

The sedan is the M - larger and more luxury focused than the G. I think the OP was talking about the G series coupe and convertible.. there is no M coupe or convertible. Also, it's the Altima they are using in the V8s, which is like a smaller version of the Maxima (not sure if Nissan is keeping both or ditching the Maxima). Still think it was dumb on Nissan to use a Altima in the V8 supercars, when you can't buy anything even remotely like it in a showroom.. at least with the commodores and falcons, you can buy a RWD V8 road going version. They should have used the V37 (or new G37).. at least it is RWD and more performance oriented.

'test' pipes are usually a replacement for the cats. called 'test' pipes because they are illegal for road use. In Richard's pic, it looks like they have just removed the rear muffler.. provided it isn't too loud, it won't be illegal. Just had another look at the qld transport webpage.. it seems the general rule is less than 8 cyl, not turbocharged/supercharged (exc. diesels), less than 210kw, and no unapproved modifications. However, if you are applying for an exemption to allow you to drive a high powered vehicle, then one of the conditions is it must be no more than 125kw/tonne. Interesting the 350GT is not P-plate banned in Qld, but if it was, it wouldn't pass the requriements to apply for an exception... weird.. Not sure if you would get automatic excemption just because you bought the car before the rules changed either. Even for people that owned a car before 2007, need to prove there are no alternatives they can drive before they are granted an execption. and it would need to pass the 'less than 125kw/tonne' condition (which the 350GT doesn't)

Doubt the release of the G37 here will have any impact at all on the V35 prices.. they are a different model and you can still get them for under $20 from Japan.. I think I have to agree with the comments on the SMH page.. the FX is kind of ugly.. but then again.. I can't say I have ever seen a SUV that I like.. they all look like sedans that have been on a mcdonalds binge..

^^ different states have different rules.. I believe the NSW rules specifically state 350Z and skyline 350GT as a prohibited vehicle, Vic may be the same??.. In Qld it seems to be 2 rules, and it depends who you talk to as to which one is applied.. as you say, the 350GT exceeds the kw/tonne limit.. but doesn't exceed the 210kw limit.. I am guessing that in theory... both should apply..