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 May 30, 2013 - 2:56 AM
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Yet you can import JDM cars into Australia, and people do swaps all the time. So there must be something going on that allows people to do such.
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May 30, 2013 - 3:54 AM
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I know different states in aussie have different rules, and some of them can be a bit silly. My brother and his wife went through it all, with importing their R34 over to WA, now they're reading up on what they have to do when the RB30 engine is sent over
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May 30, 2013 - 6:02 AM
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QUOTE (Box @ May 30, 2013 - 3:56 AM)  Yet you can import JDM cars into Australia, and people do swaps all the time. So there must be something going on that allows people to do such. Yes you can do it, But it is not easy or cheap here. Given enough time, commitment and money you can get it complied and roadworthy so you can legally drive it. Depending on state it can be easier than others... I am pretty sure NSW is one of the tougher states, since we have tougher rules and such as well... But, I cannot confirm this as I haven't had the need to search import laws  --------------------  ------------------------------| White '94 Celica | Bought 11/05/12 | Sold 12/05/15 |------------------------------ |
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May 30, 2013 - 1:15 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Feb 23, '12 From Warrior, AL Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I don't see what the big deal with import laws is. If it's safe in Japan it's safe enough anywhere else. As long as it has the proper headlamps who gives a fück.
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May 31, 2013 - 3:31 AM
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QUOTE (Box @ May 30, 2013 - 1:15 PM) I don't see what the big deal with import laws is. If it's safe in Japan it's safe enough anywhere else. As long as it has the proper headlamps who gives a fück. Revenue raising police and f*ckwit politicians who don't even care about cars |
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Jun 16, 2013 - 8:36 AM
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QUOTE (Syaoran @ May 28, 2013 - 10:33 PM) It is more complicated than it is pricey, but it is definitely pricey. You have to get everything custom made. Since you're from australia I'd try contacting a local fabrication shop (like the one owned by "Turbo Yoda") and ask how much would a custom turbo setup would cost. But definitely if you want at least twice as much power or more turbo is the only way to go. It is not for everyone however. ITS THE TURBOOOOOOOOOOOO YODAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA I guess your MCM fan too 
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Jun 16, 2013 - 8:41 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Aug 3, '12 From AUS Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (rentaspace @ May 30, 2013 - 6:02 AM) QUOTE (Box @ May 30, 2013 - 3:56 AM) Yet you can import JDM cars into Australia, and people do swaps all the time. So there must be something going on that allows people to do such. Yes you can do it, But it is not easy or cheap here. Given enough time, commitment and money you can get it complied and roadworthy so you can legally drive it. Depending on state it can be easier than others... I am pretty sure NSW is one of the tougher states, since we have tougher rules and such as well... But, I cannot confirm this as I haven't had the need to search import laws Can't you just send in a change of engine form? Over in W.A all you need is the engine being newer than the chassis than it's 100% fine cops and all wont be stickering no ones car. Or am i wrong? O.o -------------------- It's my car, I do what I want... Don't like it? Buy your own and do it your way.
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Jun 16, 2013 - 8:47 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 6, '12 From Brisbane, Australia Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
QUOTE (DUHCHINKYAZN @ Jun 16, 2013 - 8:41 AM) QUOTE (rentaspace @ May 30, 2013 - 6:02 AM) QUOTE (Box @ May 30, 2013 - 3:56 AM) Yet you can import JDM cars into Australia, and people do swaps all the time. So there must be something going on that allows people to do such. Yes you can do it, But it is not easy or cheap here. Given enough time, commitment and money you can get it complied and roadworthy so you can legally drive it. Depending on state it can be easier than others... I am pretty sure NSW is one of the tougher states, since we have tougher rules and such as well... But, I cannot confirm this as I haven't had the need to search import laws Can't you just send in a change of engine form? Over in W.A all you need is the engine being newer than the chassis than it's 100% fine cops and all wont be stickering no ones car. Or am i wrong? O.o In Queensland it is the same, but only if it is the same engine type.... And I'm not sticking in another 5S I did speak to an uncle this evening though who owns a local Land Rover fabrication shop and he said that to get an engineer to certify it should only be a couple of hundred bucks since it is a simple swap... So I think I know what I'll be doing when I get off my P's in 18 months time
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