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Hey guys i'm looking into installing an aftermarket head unit (Single DIN) on a 2003 350GT Coupe.

I understand that the Metra ones have pretty crappy buttons, any chance i could get a JDM dash kit somewhere and use the same buttons?

I don't want to lose the dual climate function, and i'm located in Sydney.

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Also i got a quote for the Aerpro v35 kit at $400AUD.

Does anyone know if there is a difference between the Aerpro and the Metra dash kit on eBay?

The guy told me Metra are designed for US LHD models. But i was certain they are the exact same ones.

Hey guys i'm looking into installing an aftermarket head unit (Single DIN) on a 2003 350GT Coupe.

I understand that the Metra ones have pretty crappy buttons, any chance i could get a JDM dash kit somewhere and use the same buttons?

I don't want to lose the dual climate function, and i'm located in Sydney.

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No you can't use the stock buttons, as the climate controls are physically on the same board as the stereo. Remove one, you remove them both.

DO NOT both with any other unit than oem. Rubber buttons look crap, feel crap and apparently don't work for long.

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The OEM buttons are around $300 along with the JDM dash at around $280 not even including the head unit. This is starting to look painfully costly just for mp3 support sad.gif

No you can't use the stock buttons, as the climate controls are physically on the same board as the stereo. Remove one, you remove them both.

DO NOT both with any other unit than oem. Rubber buttons look crap, feel crap and apparently don't work for long.

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Not sure what you are on about - try this - Series 2 - AND retains dual climate under $350 shipped

http://www.ebay.com/itm/JDM-NISSAN-DOUBLE-DIN-DASH-KIT-2005-up-INFINITI-G35-DUAL-ZONE-AC-DVD-/280830398881?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3AG35&vxp=mtr&hash=item4162cbd1a1

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The OEM buttons are around $300 along with the JDM dash at around $280 not even including the head unit. This is starting to look painfully costly just for mp3 support sad.gif

Why do you need a new head unit for MP3 support?

Just get one of these, it'll plug straight into the rear of your oem unit.

http://usaspec.com/product.php?ProductID=30

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Ordering mine from that guy thumbsup.gif

I cancelled my order with japanparts as they don't have the silver in stock, and its in back order till next month.

Thinking of changing the factory Bose.

Why do you need a new head unit for MP3 support?

Just get one of these, it'll plug straight into the rear of your oem unit.

http://usaspec.com/p...hp?ProductID=30

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