M35 Info

[iamhe77]

yeah i hope so too mate!! migth be cheaper to just buy an entire PM35 and swap the bits over

and what would be the fun in that?

Besides, the black leather interior was not available in PM35's.....

[Cephas]

DrMoShen - I have an AXIS that has had the factory stereo removed.

The entire plastic dash surround has been replaced with a new one that takes a double DIN unit. It doesn't quite colour match, but you wouldn't notice at first.

I've got an Eclipse CD5030 head unit installed that works really well.

The radio is hooked up to the factory antenna and the reception is good. You just need an adapter to combine the two antennas.

[DrMoShen]

DrMoShen - I have an AXIS that has had the factory stereo removed.

The entire plastic dash surround has been replaced with a new one that takes a double DIN unit. It doesn't quite colour match, but you wouldn't notice at first.

I've got an Eclipse CD5030 head unit installed that works really well.

The radio is hooked up to the factory antenna and the reception is good. You just need an adapter to combine the two antennas.

Cheers.

What swayed you towards the Eclipse over other units?

[Cephas]

It was recommended by the installer (http://www.fhrxstudios.com.au/)

It talks well to 3G iPhones, and has a very adjustable EQ.

[DrMoShen]

It was recommended by the installer (http://www.fhrxstudios.com.au/)

It talks well to 3G iPhones, and has a very adjustable EQ.

Did you just put in the head unit or did you do speakers, amp, sub etc as well?

[andy65b]

The wife has put her foot down. Silver or Grey only!

so have you found one you want to buy yet?

[DrMoShen]

so have you found one you want to buy yet?

I know what I want. I've just got to wait until one comes up.

I'm probably going to be stuck with the car (for better or worse) for 10 years so I've got to make sure I'm happy with it.

[DrMoShen]

so have you found one you want to buy yet?

I know what I want. I've just got to wait until one comes up.

I'm probably going to be stuck with the car (for better or worse) for 10 years so I've got to make sure I'm happy with it.

[Jetwreck]

OK so we all now have a stock item we can buy off the shelf here in Australia rather than going the whole Japan or US route.

A couple of months ago Danny(for those that know him) approached HDI to get them to develop an intercooler kit to suit the M35 in Australia. Those kits are now available from HDI as a bolt on production run item. Please note that like all business's if they don't get the sales they will drop it from there line up.

The kit uses the latest technology in IC's being the GT2 core. It's made a huge difference from the bottom end through the midrange to the top end in my car. It also has an awesome displacement of heat even in 40 degree weather.

Kit pricing as follows but will need to be confirmed with Jason at HDI:

*Full kit with IC, all piping, clamps and fan - $899

*IC only - $450

*There is a cheaper option but you will have to talk to HDI directly.

http://www.hybrid-power.com/index.php

P.S. More photo's are available just PM me though.

Edited December 20, 2009 by Jetwreck

[Paramour]

OK so we all now have a stock item we can buy off the shelf here in Australia rather than going the whole Japan or US route.

A couple of months ago Danny(for those that know him) approached HDI to get them to develop an intercooler kit to suit the M35 in Australia. Those kits are now available from HDI as a bolt on production run item. Please note that like all business's if they don't get the sales they will drop it from there line up.

The kit uses the latest technology in IC's being the GT2 core. It's made a huge difference from the bottom end through the midrange to the top end in my car. It also has an awesome displacement of heat even in 40 degree weather.

Kit pricing as follows but will need to be confirmed with Jason at HDI:

*Full kit with IC, all piping, clamps and fan - $899

*IC only - $450

*There is a cheaper option but you will have to talk to HDI directly.

http://www.hybrid-power.com/index.php

P.S. More photo's are available just PM me though.

Did they say how much to install. .

[Jetwreck]

Did they say how much to install. .

it's not a big job...give em a ring....I would say about $300 though as it takes about 2hr's. If they wont I will do it for you Jules.....for a small cost

[scotty nm35]

Looks the goods mate, very nice.

Is that the special edition extra cooling version of the front intrusion bar?

[Paramour]

it's not a big job...give em a ring....I would say about $300 though as it takes about 2hr's. If they wont I will do it for you Jules.....for a small cost

Cheers. .will keep you in mind. . . my issue is that I lack tools. . well suitable tools. .

[LordMidol]

God dammit.

I want... But I've just moved, and my 10k in savings is now at $130... Must find new job.

[euroequip]

I think for the extra cost ($200 extra) that I will go with a Blitz FMIC kit through Just Jap even if its just for piece of mind.

Blitz FMIC

Some more pics from rhdjapan.com where they have an awesome amount of parts for the M35

[scotty nm35]

I would say the GT2 core with its extruded fins would sh*t all over the blitz folded fin core for flow and cooling. I suggest you research the pro's and cons of each before the purchace.

[euroequip]

I would say the GT2 core with its extruded fins would sh*t all over the blitz folded fin core for flow and cooling. I suggest you research the pro's and cons of each before the purchace.

Oh, didn't realise there was much difference. I am new to turbo tuning so please excuse me

[iamhe77]

I would say the GT2 core with its extruded fins would sh*t all over the blitz folded fin core for flow and cooling. I suggest you research the pro's and cons of each before the purchace.

+1.

I did a bit of digging into this one as I am looking for a FMIC upgrade.

Can't comment on the temp drop that each cooler performs, but regarding pressure drop (efficiency of the core - less is better)

Blitz CS - roughly 1psi pressure loss at 20psi

HDi - 0.2psi pressure loss at 20psi (claimed)

[3PointJ]

Hey Folks (1st Post)

Just like to say a big thanks in advance for all the helpful information in here.

My partner and I are looking into buying an M35 Stagea (hopefully either and Axis or AR-X) and reading through this has cleared some questions up automatically.

I can't wait to get down to Sydney and have a look at some up close and in person and test drive one.

I'm sure you'll be hearing from me more often hahah..

Chris.

[andynogo]

I'm looking at buying a 2002-2003 ARX turbo but was wondering what people are paying for insurance now. I'm finding it difficult to get a quote as it's a "dodgy import" (same old story I had back in 2001 with my u13 bluebird attesa). Oh, I'm in WA, 38 (old git) etc etc so should be able to get reasonable rates....

Love the car but I don't feel like paying $1100 a year for insurance especially when something like a turbo territory is $615!

Cheers

Edited February 13, 2010 by andynogo