I was wondering what I should pick up in Japan. I have a auto 93.5 G20. (FYI I can't bring back a whole engine)
One of the most usefull things you can bring back is KNOWLEDGE about used engine/parts prices in Japan. Plus, direct contacts for said engines/parts.
I understand than any shop/person that goes through the pain and uncertainty of importing here engines/parts for resale (not to mention putting up hard cash and having to fear that any engine may be completetely shot and worthless) MUST make a hefty some to compensate for these uncertainties.
However, complete front cuts from GTiRs sell in the East (Malaysis, HK, Taiwan, etc) for USD1000!!! Anfd that includes the profit the local shops make and the (albeit limited) shipping costs. Now, this would mean that youy could probably have one of those sent to the States for the same ammount of money!!! That is if you arranged for it yourself in Japan.
So, visit any Nissan junkyard, shop, etc. and ask for the cost of a pristine GTiR, SR20VE, SR16VE half cut, cost of shipping to the US and pay them in cash right there, after you select your dream half-cut.
I doubt it will be much over USD 1200 shipped to the States.
Oh, and do not forget to tell us the prices and sources too!!!! We may need them.
Chris
Chris