Shogun506 Posted July 20, 2016 Share Posted July 20, 2016 Just want to update you folks for anyone considering using myjapanbrand.com (the japanparts ordering service). I ordered a set of bilstein struts and springs using them and I expected it to take a few weeks because I figured they'd have to ship it by sea due to compressed gas etc. The time between the item arriving at their warehouse to the item showing up at my doorstep was lightning fast at about 3 days via FedEx. It was so fast I actually haven't even been able to see the package myself yet because I'm away from home for work for another couple of weeks but I was told by a family member it arrived. With regards to MJB's service, I would say it's very good and very quick. With regards to their fees I would say they are very high compared to other services but for certain car specific parts like struts you want to use a service that has experience dealing with these items. In total, shipping for my 4 struts with 4 springs already on them, shipping weight was about 67lbs and cost was $185USD via FedEx + $70USD in MJB fees + another $40 import fees when it arrived in Canada. In sum I would use them again for parts other places won't ship but their fees would preclude me from using them on a regular basis for smaller parts. If anyone finds coilovers or struts they want but can't get shipped to North America, MJB is a good option if it's still a good deal after you've factored in the shipping prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted July 20, 2016 Share Posted July 20, 2016 That's not bad, I'm pretty sure I paid $300 for the shipping on my Bilstein BTS-5056 kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 It's coming along nicely. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160806/4c803ec886357dd397ecc94c8f805f99.jpg Second fender is on its way from Japan. Headlights are pending. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 My fender was $64 plus $380 for shipping / fees from Japanparts service. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160811/e037e7cbef104a55230e3bf1066c29c3.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniStiGuy Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160811/e037e7cbef104a55230e3bf1066c29c3.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk That would look great on my wagon. OEM HID's Rx330 Retro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Everything is ready. Just waiting to get the headlights next week. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnusonsubie Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Why not take it all to the paint shop and get it painted white so you're ready to put it all together when the headlights get here? 2005 Vader Wagon Material Tests on Ringland Failure Piston I should have held off and purchased a wagon instead of the spec.B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Thats a good point. Going to get a few quotes. Need to get my: Trunk, Lip Spoiler, Side Skirts, Bumper, Fenders done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 (edited) Why not take it all to the paint shop and get it painted white so you're ready to put it all together when the headlights get here? It also allows the paint shop to paint and clear around the edges without having to do any masking. Thats a good point. Going to get a few quotes. Need to get my: Trunk, Lip Spoiler, Side Skirts, Bumper, Fenders done. You'll also want to do blending on the doors (and A pillars, if you're OCD) and rear quarter panels, in addition to paint matching. I found out that my JDM Outback D-F fender has some damage that I'll need to install it first so they can make sure it's perfect, before I uninstall everything so they can paint it. Edited August 12, 2016 by WRX USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 My right fender is damaged. The left side only has a scratch on it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 It has begun http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160817/96f6e99c9e59740968fa33c56ceed949.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniStiGuy Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 man that is going to look nice. OEM HID's Rx330 Retro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madrig Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 looking very good !! would love to have this front on my wagon ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Dropped my car off at the body shop. I could have it back as early as Monday but I told them to take their time, if they need it. I'm doing the JDM D-F Outback front end with washer headlights, a legit S402 grille (from #241), and OEM bumper skirts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Dropped my car off at the body shop. I could have it back as early as Monday but I told them to take their time, if they need it. I'm doing the JDM D-F Outback front end with washer headlights, a legit S402 grille (from #241), and OEM bumper skirts. Cant wait to see the end result Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnusonsubie Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Dropped my car off at the body shop. I could have it back as early as Monday but I told them to take their time, if they need it. I'm doing the JDM D-F Outback front end with washer headlights, a legit S402 grille (from #241), and OEM bumper skirts. Going to have it at BAM? 2005 Vader Wagon Material Tests on Ringland Failure Piston I should have held off and purchased a wagon instead of the spec.B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 19, 2016 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Going to have it at BAM? I'd very much like to. It all depends on when I actually move to Portland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Finding out the hard way that the OBXT hood scoop from an 08-09 doesn't fit on an LGT hood today. According to Opposed Forces (http://opposedforces.com/parts/info/90821AG000NN/) it should fit but when you look at the actual part, it has a part number of 90821AG004NN on it and it doesn't fit on the hood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 In case anyone is wondering, the 08-09 OBXT hood scoop is NOT interchangeable with anything in the same generation but it does work on the 2010 and 2011 LGT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Work in progress. http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv87/JoshEAllen/4D148921-EFA4-42B7-93D5-A45B47A78562.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Dude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv87/JoshEAllen/2E2F017F-3247-4959-AD23-7991DB7E9F2B.jpg Headlight washer plumbing. I figured this may be interesting/helpful to someone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 I'm actually not going to wire the washer units up. Atleast not yet Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Thanks for posting though, gives me an idea on what it looks like. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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