The Internet Parts Thread

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I know, I know, it says shipping is only to the EU. But I'm pretty sure this guy has listed the rims multiple times with no buyers, so maybe he'd be willing to ship them international for the right price? 299EU ~ $417 USD, so even if he tacks on $400-500 for shipping you're still paying a price comparable to buying rims here.

No worries on the Nissan badging, they're just stickers that can be peeled off and replaced with OEM Borbet stickers from eBay. And I've got an extra cover in the garage to replace the one that's cracked.

Food for thought.

I am not getting this obsession with the Borbet wheels. They are just brushed 5 stars? There are much better looking wheels out there for a much lower price? I can't see paying a grand for those, without tires no less?

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Originally Posted by Marlin

I am not getting this obsession with the Borbet wheels. They are just brushed 5 stars? There are much better looking wheels out there for a much lower price? I can't see paying a grand for those, without tires no less?

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I was thinking the same thing but didn't want to say it. Is it because they were used on the VX02 or is it something about the rounded styling that just grabs some of yall?
To each his/her own though.

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Originally Posted by samneil2000

I was thinking the same thing but didn't want to say it. Is it because they were used on the VX02 or is it something about the rounded styling that just grabs some of yall?
To each his/her own though.

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It's just the styling, pure and simple...you all like your style, I happen to drool over this style. I like the color and finish, the smooth lines and the 5 spoke, not too busy, just really slick looking. And I liked them before I even knew they were on the VX-02.


Gosh dang it, just describin' what I like about them and here I go again drooling over these....and wantin' dem bad!:drool2::yeso: .....:rollo:


and yes Marlin, thanks got the hook!

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Originally Posted by VX KAT

It's just the styling, pure and simple...you all like your style, I happen to drool over this style. I like the color and finish, the smooth lines and the 5 spoke, not too busy, just really slick looking. And I liked them before I even knew they were on the VX-02.

Gosh dang it, just describin' what I like about them and here I go again drooling over these....and wantin' dem bad!:drool2::yeso: .....:rollo:

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Crap, now I want some too :bgwb:

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Originally Posted by Marlin

I am not getting this obsession with the Borbet wheels. They are just brushed 5 stars? There are much better looking wheels out there for a much lower price? I can't see paying a grand for those, without tires no less?

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Lol, the king of polarizing/questionable styling decisions now questions others? ;) J/k, couldn't help but poke back. :)

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Originally Posted by samneil2000

I was thinking the same thing but didn't want to say it. Is it because they were used on the VX02 or is it something about the rounded styling that just grabs some of yall?
To each his/her own though.

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Originally Posted by VX KAT

It's just the styling, pure and simple...you all like your style, I happen to drool over this style. I like the color and finish, the smooth lines and the 5 spoke, not too busy, just really slick looking. And I liked them before I even knew they were on the VX-02.

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Well I guess I'll come at it from a slightly different angle. I've never been a fan of aftermarket rims for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is that they often cost decent/big ching for little to no difference other than a questionable stylistic upgrade. That said, there are two reasons why I don't like the stock 18" rims: the chintzy (IMHO) chrome finish that inevitably flakes and the angular wheel design that makes dust collection more severe and cleaning more of a pain in the @ss. So for me the answer was a brushed aluminum finish with a more rounded/smooth shape, which you obviously see in the Borbet rims. Coming from the sports car world (and particularly from a sports car with this style rim) I really like the 5/7 spoke design, which to me conveys more of a sport feel as opposed to a truck/SUV/utilitarian feel. As with the rest of my mods, I wanted something understated that could pass for OEM but be a nice visual upgrade. Apparently the VehiCROSS design team came to this same conclusion, as they featured this rim not only on the VX-02 but also in white-colored form on their Ironman show truck. I would be lying to say that the VX-02 connection and rarity of the rim aren't a part of the decision-making process, as they do after all add an even more unique aspect to an already uncommon vehicle. But there are other factors as well.

All of that to say that obviously this is not the desired style of many (if not most) of the membership here, but for anyone interested in this particular rim I'm happy to help in locating them. I don't know for sure how many sets Borbet produced, but since I only see a set for sale globally once or twice a year I thought I would post it here.

Cararama 1:43 VX model in Foxfire on eBay UK, ships worldwide...

http://i.ebayimg.com/24/!B5jjhh!BWk~...,efUg~~_12.JPG

http://cgi.ebay.com/Cararama-ISUZU-V...item1c165e17dd

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Originally Posted by vt_maverick

As with the rest of my mods, I wanted something understated that could pass for OEM but be a nice visual upgrade. .

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Dude Man...you & me are in the same mindset...:yesgray:

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Originally Posted by Ldub

Dude Man...you & me are in the same mindset...:yesgray:

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Right. All VX's came with a coffin, right? :bgwb:

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Originally Posted by VX KAT

It's just the styling, pure and simple...you all like your style, I happen to drool over this style. I like the color and finish, the smooth lines and the 5 spoke, not too busy, just really slick looking. And I liked them before I even knew they were on the VX-02.


Gosh dang it, just describin' what I like about them and here I go again drooling over these....and wantin' dem bad!:drool2::yeso: .....:rollo:

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Ah Hell, now *I* want 'em too! Damn your eyes, vt_maverick!:bgwb:

Don't forget - in addition to (exorbitant) shipping, you WILL pay Customs/Duty on these too. Now where my pistol and ski mask is - there must be a dozen convenience stores within 10 miles of me!

For those that may be looking for replacement parts, this guy just relisted his ad. He's been trying to dump them for awhile, so might be a good deal to be had here.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/pts/2024786235.html

He is willing to trade for "anything cool"....

I got an amazingly shiny penny that's pretty cool...... I wonder if he will consider that.

I'll start looking for a Dorito or slice of bread that looks like Christ...

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Originally Posted by vt_maverick

Starting bid is $150 + $100 shipping, Buy It Now is $300.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Vehic...Q5fAccessories

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Holy cow the winning bid on the entire set was $182! Wish I had been watching... I like the 18" wheels a lot more than the 16's.

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Originally Posted by Bob Barker

Holy cow the winning bid on the entire set was $182! Wish I had been watching... I like the 18" wheels a lot more than the 16's.

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The chrome on the 18s flake off...a very common problem.

I'd just buy a set to get powder coated black so flakey chrome would be fine for me!

It ain't cheap, plus I wonder if they know that the 3.5L went direct-injection on the 2004 Axiom... does that make a difference though?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Isuzu...Q5fAccessories

Carbon fiber license plate frame. $19.99 + $6.99.
Don't know if it's just "covered" with CF or what. Listing says to be aware of "fakes"...this is 100% Real 3k Carbon fiber".
Never saw a "3k" in relation to CF before....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...SS%3AUS%3A1123

They claim to be real, but then lower in the ad it describes it as being "Special Twill Weave Looking" - seems confusing to me.

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Originally Posted by VX KAT

Never saw a "3k" in relation to CF before....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...SS%3AUS%3A1123

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3K is a term used in CF. It is common in bicycles.:yesy:

Only $220 for the set, seems like a good deal to me if anyone's interested.

http://norfolk.craigslist.org/pts/2044624539.html

http://images.craigslist.org/3k73m83...b29d481caf.jpg

vwbeetle53 has several VX parts just listed......

rear door cladding
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...T#ht_500wt_937

window switches /electronics:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2000-...1#ht_500wt_937

Here's some more items: (door panels, window regulator, speaker wire loom)

http://motors.shop.ebay.com/vwbeetle...911.m270.l1313

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-2001-Isuzu-VehiCROSS-Roof-Rack-Cross-Members-/260696495775?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories &fits=Make%3AIsuzu|Model%3AVehiCROSS&hash=item3cb2 b8d69f

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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-2001-Isuzu-VehiCROSS-Roof-Rack-Cross-Members-/260696495775?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories &fits=Make%3AIsuzu|Model%3AVehiCROSS&hash=item3cb2 b8d69f

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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-...item3cb2b8d69f

That's what I get for trying to use my wife's Mac instead of my trustworthy PC...:bwgy::smilewink:bgwo::bgwb:

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Originally Posted by Mile High VX

That's what I get for trying to use my wife's Mac instead of my trustworthy PC...:bwgy::smilewink:bgwo::bgwb:

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:laughing:...:thumbup:

Drivers side Master Window switches...$29.99
Is this the window "motor" people talk about burning out when the glass binds over time?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...3#ht_500wt_924

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Originally Posted by VX KAT

Drivers side Master Window switches...$29.99
Is this the window "motor" people talk about burning out when the glass binds over time?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...3#ht_500wt_924

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No, they are talking about the actual motor assembly, I do have one of those in my garage for the drivers side...

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Originally Posted by Marlin

No, they are talking about the actual motor assembly, I do have one of those in my garage for the drivers side...

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Thanks. Where is it actually located then?

They are selling the actual switches you press to operate your windows. The motors (which Marlin has) are not in the ad.

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Originally Posted by tom4bren

They are selling the actual switches you press to operate your windows. The motors (which Marlin has) are not in the ad.

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OK, but where ARE the motors located? I don't recall seeing anything that looked like a motor when I've had my doors apart...but I may have missed it since I was focusing on the rubber track. I know I can look it up, but I'm being lazy :mbrasd:...

They are in the door but the reason you didn't see them is that they are mounted behind one of the cross bars of the door. They should be fairly low in the door & centered front to back.

I'll save you some searching: Look on page 8F-36 (page 1620 of the pdf file) - it's called the regulator.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/98-99...Q5fAccessories

Trooper ABS Module that, accodring to description, fits Vehicross. $125 shipped

This seller has 5 available, pretty amazing since these are usually hard to find on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Hella...Q5fAccessories

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Originally Posted by vt_maverick

This seller has 5 available, pretty amazing since these are usually hard to find on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Hella...Q5fAccessories

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1 less available now...:)

+1 on the less

And apparently two more lol. He had 6 before I ordered mine a few hours ago. What's funny is that this isn't a new ad; I wonder how we missed it before?

And now the available number is at 10...:confused:

You're looking at a different item #, but that is weird. Maybe this guy collects them? How else could someone end up with dozens of these things? :confused:

Says that they are new...so maybe he found a closeout deal someplace.

Do you need the factory wire harness to hook them up?