M35 Info

[andy65b]

Hi All, i am very interested in these M35.

Regarding the 4X4 system does any one no much about the distribution of power?

Is it like the older GTR systems full rear then spread to front when rear slips?

Are there aftermarket bias controllers available?

Regarding parts and so on what kind of costs are there? EG Auto failure Big Stuff and little stuff brake pads what fits.

The Big Question: Insurance? are there any 26 year olds on sau that have one of these fully insured? What does it roughly cost ?

Any futher info would be greatly appreciated

Pikie

The 4x4 system is rear biased but upon slips allocates upto 45% (from memory) to the front. On the ARX it has a limited slip rear diff as standard. The ARX also has 2 syncro modes for starting on gravel or snow. This allocates some power to the front up to certain speed then it goes back to rear bias and power to front on slippage.

Have a look at the link, http://www.nissan.co.jp/STAGEA/M35/0110/, there are demonstrations of various functions including the 4WD function and the modes.

I insured through Just Car as Shannon's would not insure me without a garage in NSW.

Andy

[STAG250]

the ecu for those interested is located on left-hand side footwell up high near to window line

just fitted an apexera turbo timer and the auto leccy couldn't find it so I had to go to the local Nissan dealer who gave me a diagram

[Paramour]

Hello,

I recently got my car insured by Famous Insurance ( Ex Vigil), previously they did not do M35 Stagea's, but after some discussions with their underwriters they now do them. I got a good quote for my Stagea AXIS. Under $1200 for a rating 1, over 30 on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.

If you need more details PM me.

Jules

[STAG250]

these are the only shots I've been able to find of what looks like the factory spec roof rack

[andy65b]

these are the only shots I've been able to find of what looks like the factory spec roof rack

Oooohhhh. not that nice!

I think I'll stick with my Thule racks. I will post a thread on this soon.

[Paramour]

Hello, Just some pics I saw on the net about the Blitz FMIC for the M35 Stagea.

For those interested. But would it provide any decent benefit....thoughts anyone.....

Edited January 14, 2008 by Paramour

[Jetwreck]

Ahhhh....looks like a good setup for the intercooler.

P.S. Like what they have done with the mesh over the inspection port on the cold air box....must get the mesh and do that myself.....saves buying a POD filter and produce's the same result.

P.S.S Also got a quote on doing the turbo up yesterday....not cheap...$1,200 for the highflow and new impeller.....good for 13PSI everyday though....must do!!!....must get more HP.....lol

[andy65b]

Ahhhh....looks like a good setup for the intercooler.

P.S. Like what they have done with the mesh over the inspection port on the cold air box....must get the mesh and do that myself.....saves buying a POD filter and produce's the same result.

P.S.S Also got a quote on doing the turbo up yesterday....not cheap...$1,200 for the highflow and new impeller.....good for 13PSI everyday though....must do!!!....must get more HP.....lol

Have you seen the airbox of a V35? They have a piece fitted to the front of the airbox that works to have it open like that and only get cold air!

[Jetwreck]

You got pic's of it?

Anyway thought I might post this here as well....its a pic in English of the DVD/TV/SatNav unit.....now we just have to sorce the button's.

[STAG250]

P.S.S Also got a quote on doing the turbo up yesterday....not cheap...$1,200 for the highflow and new impeller.....good for 13PSI everyday though....must do!!!....must get more HP.....lol

sounds a lot cheaper than mine even with exchange rate and 12.5% gst factored in but I prob paid the mechanic's markup as well

I notice it feels stronger but there's more lag

can't tell you about hp as I haven't dyno'd it yet

[Jetwreck]

I'd say you had mark up on it....I get it trade and write it off to the race cars.

[andy65b]

You got pic's of it?

Anyway thought I might post this here as well....its a pic in English of the DVD/TV/SatNav unit.....now we just have to sorce the button's.

Have a look at the intake on the far right of the picture.

Let me know if you can source the buttons? Do you have any contacts in the US?

[andy65b]

You got pic's of it?

Anyway thought I might post this here as well....its a pic in English of the DVD/TV/SatNav unit.....now we just have to sorce the button's.

What we really need is the English version of the software so we can read the screens!

[STAG250]

I've managed to figure much of it out: what is relevant to me anyway. Oh for an unlocked map dvd though.

[cogdog]

hey does anyone know where i can get some specs on wheel alighnment for my m35. i've tried the nissan dealership and some suspension and alighnment specialists. none had any answers for me.

[M1kE]

Thanks for all the information, I am very interested in getting one of these M35's.

Quick question tho: I am trying to work out how what model gets the 3 gauges in the center console unit? from looking at the pictures I think they are turbo pressure, oil temp and maybe volts?? Obviously i would like to get a car with this as an option.

Or, does the TV screen display any engine management at all?

Cheers.

Also, has any one registed one of these in south australia? will I have any problems if I buy from interstate and register here?

[Jetwreck]

I am pretty sure that it's the 2002 - 2003 Nissan Stagea 25T FOUR-V 4WD turbo your looking for. As for the TV screen....next to no info is on this....infact it's pretty useless until you convert it for TV/SatNav/DVD. The TV does display however your direction and fuel/travel info....plus some other shit of which I have no idea....need a translater...lol.

As for rego, I'm no expert but once it's complied you should be able to register it in any state(check with you dealer/compliance first).

[STAG250]

the gauges are on the 250 T correct

the lcd screen displays a compass, fuel usage inc km's to empty, km's since last service, route info and interfaces to nissan entertainment system and to the gps mapping dvd

[STAG250]

having just got back from a trip up north I will say that this 250T RS four is an awesome touring wagon and will not disappoint

has tonnes of torque right where you need it and the awd comes into its own on those steep metalled surfaces where traction becomes an issue and in the wet, the tail-end of cyclone funa having crossed my path

I would like the ar-x if only for the fact that I like to venture over rougher ground where clearance is necessary

[Jetwreck]

How much PSI does your car boost to STAG250? I am gathering you car is still standard!