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Hey folks, i bought a 350gt recently and was looking into getting a cruise control system for it, however the places ive tried locally (Townsville NQ) noone even wants to look at it. I should be capable of installing the system on my own, i was just after some advice or suggestions on where would be a good place to buy the system, and the buttons for the steering wheel. Thanks in advance

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I bought mine from Commsman a while back, he put together several for sale, don't think he has any more though, but he might be able to tell you where to get the parts from. Works very well and he sold it with the factory steering wheel controls, so it all looks like a factory setup.. was about $600.

But really, any cruise designed for a DBW throttle should work.

Otherwise Chris Rogers will be able to advise.. not sure if he sells the kit though, probably supply+install only.

Have been considering 'frankestining' my speedo cluster to add the 'cruise' and 'set' lights for mine.

Black Dog Enthusiast

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I bought mine from Commsman a while back, he put together several for sale, don't think he has any more though, but he might be able to tell you where to get the parts from. Works very well and he sold it with the factory steering wheel controls, so it all looks like a factory setup.. was about $600.

But really, any cruise designed for a DBW throttle should work.

Otherwise Chris Rogers will be able to advise.. not sure if he sells the kit though, probably supply+install only.

Have been considering 'frankestining' my speedo cluster to add the 'cruise' and 'set' lights for mine.

I'm assuming the aftermarket cruise control lets you set the speed above 100km/h?

Unlike the factory one from Japan which only allows up to 100km/h

Also Can you post a pic?

sonicii Veteran

sonicii

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yes, it is an aftermarket unit, so it isn't limited like the dealer option.

What do you want a pic of? the only thing visible in the car is the factory cruise control switches which look like these - http://www.ebay.com/itm/INFINITI-G35-SEDAN-STEERING-WHEEL-AUDIO-CRUISE-CONTROL-SWITCH-OEM-/151225242020

nickcorr Proficient

nickcorr

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Unless you have a Momo or other steering wheel like mine...

I then used the stalk, which was an easier install, and also gave two preset speeds as an option.

It looked like this...

http://www.rutlandcommunications.co.uk/default.asp?ContentID=93

Better than the VDO buttons I have now on my V36..

http://tgcinternational.com.au/images/P/p-03.jpg

Black Dog Enthusiast

Black Dog

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Sorry to hijack the thread. On the topic of cruise control. I'm going to get the top spec V36 370GT. I don't know whether to get it with cruise control or without?

In terms of converting it so you can set the speed limit above 100km/h. Anyone know if it's like the Sat Nav conversion in regards of money, cheaper to get it without cruise and just whack on a new one, or same price or dearer to convert the factory one it comes with?

Thinking Chris is probably the one with the answers but if anyone else has info on the matter, can you please let me know.

Cheers

Zveruga Enthusiast

Zveruga

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On the V36, cruise control is optional even for the SP grade. It's difficult to retrofit as you need to have steering wheel controls which can only be ordered along with the steering wheel itself.

The full "cruise control" package according to the specs has the following:

  • Steering wheel switch (audio, navigation, hands-free phone, intelligent cruise control)
  • Intelligent cruise control
  • Front seat emergency brake sensitive pre-crash seat belt
  • Intelligent Brake Assist

It is unlikely that any random V36 will have this option fitted, so you may need to spend extra months on auctions if this option is a must

nickcorr Proficient

nickcorr

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I wanted this origionally... But in the end it was limiting me too much in car selection...

Just bought the best car I could afford, and fitted cruise once it was landed in AUS. Yes I don't get the radar/laser range sensor in the front bumper and the lights on the dash telling me it is working, but it holds the car at constant speed, and works at any speed I want it to..

P.S. the cruise and audio controls are available on eBay from the US quite easily, asssuming that the G37 ones are compatable...But you will need a new steering wheel insert, as stocked by Chris, to install them.

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On the V36, cruise control is optional even for the SP grade. It's difficult to retrofit as you need to have steering wheel controls which can only be ordered along with the steering wheel itself.

The full "cruise control" package according to the specs has the following:

  • Steering wheel switch (audio, navigation, hands-free phone, intelligent cruise control)
  • Intelligent cruise control
  • Front seat emergency brake sensitive pre-crash seat belt
  • Intelligent Brake Assist
It is unlikely that any random V36 will have this option fitted, so you may need to spend extra months on auctions if this option is a must
Thanks for reply. I already know it's an extra option. What I really need to find out is if the factory cruise control it comes with can easily be converted to allow the speed be set above the 100km/h it is limited to in Japan. Much like how the car's speed is limited to 180km/h in Japan but if a speed limit Defencer is fitted in Australia, which is a cheap and easy fix, it will allow the car go to its max speed.
Chris Rogers Grand Master

Chris Rogers

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I really do t see why you are looking for something that cannot be modified. You are not talking about an 80s car here where a Zener diode and a few components worth the speed issue.

Speed on the 36 series is DATA driven.

Nick has it I a nutshell. I sell both the 35 series and 36 series as full kits. The 36 series I sell complete with the CORRECT controls (of which there are 6 variants) and the wheel control housing.

You lot make things entirely too difficult for yourselves.. Seriously.

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