Tanuma Body 田沼ボデ一

For the van project a the complete US spec drivetrain, subframe, emissions equipment etc. will be coming from US spec 2001 Infiniti QX4 that was sourced on craigslist for $1000


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This van body shipment was great at proving our method of importation because it got selected for physical inspection by US customs TWICE. It was x-rayed, processed and physically inspected at the Long Beach terminal and then processed and physically inspected in San Diego before being released for delivery. I guess customs wanted a christmas bonus this year performing redundant inspections, but the extra costs were well worth it in exchange for absolute confidence in the legitimate and legal Tanuma process.

If you have us send the container direct to you, when the 20 foot container arrives you need to unload in a warehouse that has both a truck level loading dock and a ground level loading dock and space inbetween to push the body from one door to the other. You also need a hammer with claw, crowbar etc. To remove the blocks that are nailed into the container floor (which was made of bamboo in our “eco container”). Also a broom to clean up the inside of the container after its unloaded.

The Fabulous brand body kit fits like a dream come true!
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Sorry this is a late post since the container has already shipped a while ago, but here are the loading pictures that show how the body is protected from damage during shipping:

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Looks like the ElGrand is almost ready to ship!

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Eisuke San is hard at work removing the JDM drivetrain and other components.

More pix after the jump…

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The Elgrand was delivered to Tanuma body for processing. As you can see Eisuke San has selected a body without any damage in pristene condition. Even the interior is immaculate (and is even wrapped in plastic). The complete aero package has arrived as well from Fabulous.


more pix after the jump.
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This is the type of ElGrand body we are looking to source for Dan at Parts Shop MAX USA. This is a good example of a base model around the extra low rock bottom price of ~$8000 USD.  This platform was chosen to replace Dan’s Tundra which he uses as a daily driver and to tow drift cars to the track.
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This old cedric is getting an updated motor to regain its glory as a boulevard cruiser. Reminds me of a 57 chevy!
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Wecome to our new website! I would like to welcome everyone to take a photo tour of the shop so you can be familliar with our facilities where we will help you build your dream car.
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