In my desperate search for an OEM coily A/C setup, i've turned to the land of the rising sun.
I'm currently organising shipping and when I have a final price I'll let you guys all know how it goes, currently looking at ~200AUD for just the parts, but obviously the real cost iss going to be shipping.
Here's one of the sets on there if you're curious:
http://page10.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/a ... m132083226
That's for an SJ70, but not 100% on fit as Sj70's in Jap had multiple engine options.
As far as I've been able to tell the only difference is in chasis width, and all internals are identicle but this is opinion, not fact.
If anyone has any experience with the JA11/21/JB31, that's be a massive help!
I'm also turning here to get an array of "impossible" pieces for my sierra:
OEM "Check Engine" light
Handbrake cover
Dual coilpack-compatible Tachometer
And some bling:
Clear indicators/brake lights
The awesome JDM steering wheel
An actual fuel door
Sweet aftermarket grilles (classic fj , or hummer)
Led lights (int./xt.)
Looking forward to keeping you all posted on my progress, I've currently ordered a parts catalog for my car, so I can verify these parts will fit before I start shipping them, and I'll try and get it copied so everybody can have a slice of the action. Sick of getting th shaft because the coily wasn't such a popular vehicle.
FYI I have a coily.
Update #1:
The jap parts catalog has arrived, and has helped me to track down a nice little internet OEM-parts dealer.
Disclaimer: I have NOT ordered anything from these guys, so they are unverified!
But they do have a full, digital copy of the spare parts catalog online.
Already this site is offering ~60% cheaper prices than dealer, with very reasonable shipping.
But, cheapest is still japan.
(I tested prices based on A/C switch. Dealer quote, 70AUD, catalog site 25USD, Jap site 12USD)
Update #2:
MegaZip is 100% legit, with 0 deviations/surprises in price, but remember, their prices are in USD.
Some of my common pages:
SY416, Late Model Baleno (Coils-on-head)
SE416, Vitara, 2 (8) Valve & 4 (16) Valve
SQ416, Grand Vitara
SJ413, COILY, Q denotes soft-top options
The website I use for Yahoo Japan, Rakuten, etc. is ZenMarket.
let you know