R32 vs R34 kit
05-09-2011, 08:49 PM
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R32 vs R34 kit
Any thoughts on a R32 vs a R34 body kit? Its kind of hard to tell the difference online no matter how many pictures I look at. I mean, I can tell they are different, but not that much. R34 seems more rounded. Impressions from people who have seen them in person? Which one is less flashy?
05-09-2011, 09:25 PM
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ive seen many R32 and R33 in person but no R34 (not legal yet)
R32 and 34 are NOTHING alike lol, people do R34 front conversions on R32 and its alot of work. notice how the R34's bumper goes up near the grille?
R32 and 34 are NOTHING alike lol, people do R34 front conversions on R32 and its alot of work. notice how the R34's bumper goes up near the grille?
05-09-2011, 10:16 PM
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If you want something clean and subtle go with the stillin lip kit that's what EVERYONE has on there max in this forum skyline kits are a little more wild and unique but hey it's your ride do what you want not what everyone else "thinks" would look good on your car
Just my .2 cents
Oh and I've never seen a R32 kit for our gen
Just my .2 cents
Oh and I've never seen a R32 kit for our gen
05-09-2011, 11:04 PM
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If you want something clean and subtle go with the stillin lip kit that's what EVERYONE has on there max in this forum skyline kits are a little more wild and unique but hey it's your ride do what you want not what everyone else "thinks" would look good on your car
Just my .2 cents
Oh and I've never seen a R32 kit for our gen
Just my .2 cents
Oh and I've never seen a R32 kit for our gen
R32
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05-09-2011, 11:22 PM
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ive never seen a r32 body kit as a matter of fact
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05-10-2011, 03:29 AM
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I realize many people don't like body kits. Given. I personally like body kits when they don't necessarily make it flamboyant, but just make it more ambiguous what car it actually is.
I really meant to say r33 vs r34, but while we're at it, I'll throw the r32 into the hat as well. I realize they all are derived from different generation skylines, but they look different on maximas. I have never seen any maxima with a kit in person (that I know of), and that is why I am looking for some feedback. (The above pictures are labeled backwards. I've seen those pictures everywhere, but it's not the same as seeing them in person.)
The thing is, I would like to replace my bumpers anyways. One has damage, and the other doesn't have a place for fog lights! I like the stillen lip kit, but for about the same money I can get a full kit without having to buy new bumpers.
I like the supposed durability of the extreme dimensions kits. Seems strong.
Here is the link for the r32 kit:
http://www.myhotmaxima.com/Bay-Speed...y-Kit/788918/#
I like that one more every time I look at it, but it's not made by Extreme Dimensions.
I really meant to say r33 vs r34, but while we're at it, I'll throw the r32 into the hat as well. I realize they all are derived from different generation skylines, but they look different on maximas. I have never seen any maxima with a kit in person (that I know of), and that is why I am looking for some feedback. (The above pictures are labeled backwards. I've seen those pictures everywhere, but it's not the same as seeing them in person.)
The thing is, I would like to replace my bumpers anyways. One has damage, and the other doesn't have a place for fog lights! I like the stillen lip kit, but for about the same money I can get a full kit without having to buy new bumpers.
I like the supposed durability of the extreme dimensions kits. Seems strong.
Here is the link for the r32 kit:
http://www.myhotmaxima.com/Bay-Speed...y-Kit/788918/#
I like that one more every time I look at it, but it's not made by Extreme Dimensions.
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05-10-2011, 04:15 AM
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Isnt he talking about the direct bolt on body kit bumpers? Also, All skylines are illegal in the US, not just R34's
05-10-2011, 08:46 AM
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05-10-2011, 11:05 AM
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I am not trying to make it look like a skyline. I just happen to like the way those bumpers look. If there was another bumper that I thought wasn't too flashy, I would be interested in that as well.
05-10-2011, 12:24 PM
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05-11-2011, 08:56 AM
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This one was staying fairly flame-free so I am re-opening it.
As for the differences, it is more a variation of manufacturer than what "R" the kit is based on. None of the kits look like the skyline that they are named after, and none of them make the A32 really look like a skyline.
As long as the OP is just looking for an aftermarket bumper to replace the stock one and as long as the comments stay fairly constructive, I'll let this one ride.
As for the differences, it is more a variation of manufacturer than what "R" the kit is based on. None of the kits look like the skyline that they are named after, and none of them make the A32 really look like a skyline.
As long as the OP is just looking for an aftermarket bumper to replace the stock one and as long as the comments stay fairly constructive, I'll let this one ride.
05-11-2011, 09:24 AM
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Here is the link for the r32 kit:
http://www.myhotmaxima.com/Bay-Speed...y-Kit/788918/#
I like that one more every time I look at it, but it's not made by Extreme Dimensions.
http://www.myhotmaxima.com/Bay-Speed...y-Kit/788918/#
I like that one more every time I look at it, but it's not made by Extreme Dimensions.
1) because their ugly
2) u said u didn't want flashy and their flashy in an ugly way
3) it'll make ur car look ugly and u would regret it later
4) if ur trying to be different u would fail because there has been other 4th gens with that kit.
5) none of those kits have any similarities to an r32, r33, or r34. Just because they have a r and a number on the style doesn't mean its similar to them.
One thing I hate about these body kits is that the side skirts and rear bumper doesn't flow consistent. Back in the day (2002ish) when kits were popular, it all had a nice flow to it it and it all went together. Now they have a bumper with random sides and random rear bumper, and it has an ugly flow with the hole kit. I say keep looking and see what else is out there.
I was looking through the site that u linked, why not go for the bay speed SAR bumper? That with ionic side skirts would look better than the ones u are interested in...
05-11-2011, 10:07 AM
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I personally think the R33 front bumper looks much better then the two mentioned above but thats just my personally preference. I think if u like one then go for it bc it may not be for someone else's tastes but its ur car and if it makes u happy, go for it!
05-11-2011, 11:40 AM
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^^^ See im not going to go so far as to call it Rice.
A body kit CAN be done in a tasteful way that looks good. All depends on the individual.
That being sd, if my car wasnt 14 yrs old and only had basic insurance i wd consider a body kit. On a car as old as ours, I only spend money on maintenance and minor mods.
A body kit CAN be done in a tasteful way that looks good. All depends on the individual.
That being sd, if my car wasnt 14 yrs old and only had basic insurance i wd consider a body kit. On a car as old as ours, I only spend money on maintenance and minor mods.
05-11-2011, 12:10 PM
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^^^ See im not going to go so far as to call it Rice.
A body kit CAN be done in a tasteful way that looks good. All depends on the individual.
That being sd, if my car wasnt 14 yrs old and only had basic insurance i wd consider a body kit. On a car as old as ours, I only spend money on maintenance and minor mods.
A body kit CAN be done in a tasteful way that looks good. All depends on the individual.
That being sd, if my car wasnt 14 yrs old and only had basic insurance i wd consider a body kit. On a car as old as ours, I only spend money on maintenance and minor mods.
05-11-2011, 12:55 PM
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Don't get either,
1) because their ugly
2) u said u didn't want flashy and their flashy in an ugly way
3) it'll make ur car look ugly and u would regret it later
4) if ur trying to be different u would fail because there has been other 4th gens with that kit.
5) none of those kits have any similarities to an r32, r33, or r34. Just because they have a r and a number on the style doesn't mean its similar to them.
One thing I hate about these body kits is that the side skirts and rear bumper doesn't flow consistent. Back in the day (2002ish) when kits were popular, it all had a nice flow to it it and it all went together. Now they have a bumper with random sides and random rear bumper, and it has an ugly flow with the hole kit. I say keep looking and see what else is out there.
I was looking through the site that u linked, why not go for the bay speed SAR bumper? That with ionic side skirts would look better than the ones u are interested in...
1) because their ugly
2) u said u didn't want flashy and their flashy in an ugly way
3) it'll make ur car look ugly and u would regret it later
4) if ur trying to be different u would fail because there has been other 4th gens with that kit.
5) none of those kits have any similarities to an r32, r33, or r34. Just because they have a r and a number on the style doesn't mean its similar to them.
One thing I hate about these body kits is that the side skirts and rear bumper doesn't flow consistent. Back in the day (2002ish) when kits were popular, it all had a nice flow to it it and it all went together. Now they have a bumper with random sides and random rear bumper, and it has an ugly flow with the hole kit. I say keep looking and see what else is out there.
I was looking through the site that u linked, why not go for the bay speed SAR bumper? That with ionic side skirts would look better than the ones u are interested in...
I'll try to address as many things as I can with the above posts, but I might miss something.
MaxiNone:
1-3: Thanks for your opinion
4: I'm not trying to be "different" for the sake of being different.
5: I already stated that I don't want the kits because the do or don't look like a skyline.
The main reason I am looking at the extreme dimension kits over the rest of them is their quality. It seems they are much stronger than other bumpers. Can anyone attest to this?
Deadlock:
I think your bumper looks really clean and very nice looking. To me it doesn't even look that aftermarket. These days with the way styling is going in new cars, looks like that fit in nicely(flame alert: that would be an opinion. I know its not fact. Thank you for your concern)
Thank you for posting your ride. If anyone else has pictures of their rides with any of the kits/bumpers, please post them if you can. The stock pictures at all of the online retailers just aren't cutting it.
MaxiNone (2nd):
You don't have to be sorry. That is your opinion. We are freely exchanging ideas on the greatest communication network ever. It's awesome isn't it! Now the idea that the only people with these are young kits (kids?) that don't know any better and are "ricer" mentality is remarkably similar to the one that only old people drive slow and all old people drive slow. Remarkably narrow minded. But I digress...
I agree with you regarding the sanora (sarona?) kit. But unfortunately its also three or four times the cost. Kind of takes it out of the running before the race even starts.
Also, realize I live in California where these types of looks are much more everyday. I've yet to return to Texas since I was a baby, but given your comments and opinions, I imagine they are not as common there.
Again, thank you to everybody who has commented. I appreciate all of your opinions.
If anyone is in California (preferably bay area) with ANY of the body kits, I would love to check them out in person. LMK.
05-11-2011, 02:20 PM
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If I didn't need to replace my rear bumper and want to replace my front bumper, then I would probably be much more likely to entertain that idea. The fact the I have to pay the same amount or more for just lips, and also buy bumpers makes it more cost inhibitive.
If I could get my hands on 97-99 bumpers in the right color CHEAP then I would be much more likely to go that route. But we all know how likely that is...
If I could get my hands on 97-99 bumpers in the right color CHEAP then I would be much more likely to go that route. But we all know how likely that is...
05-11-2011, 02:28 PM
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"Legal" There is no crash test data on any of the JDM skylines other than a select few R33's. Im not saying they arent there, i know a guy who owns an R34 but keeps it under lock and key in a garage her in orlando. They are illegal according to the federal gov. and have/will be siezed.
05-11-2011, 05:38 PM
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to legalize it, you need to cut it in half and weld the 2 halves together. i have seen a R34 GTR done VERY poorly this way 
but you can weld the 2 halves together and make it look like the car was never cut, and legally register it
but im getting OT so im out
but you can weld the 2 halves together and make it look like the car was never cut, and legally register itbut im getting OT so im out
05-11-2011, 08:49 PM
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all skylines except the gtr are illegal the govnt right now is cracking down on them and is repoing as many as they can they dont fit federal standards such as obvious emissions and 2 there is no saftey if you are t-boned in a skyline you are dead basically and to get it sum what legal most ppl trick it to be a 240sx and swap the vins
05-11-2011, 08:50 PM
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For the OP, I say you buy a vertex kit and mold that bad boy on there. Clean lines and an original idea! Just gotta find a kit that is close to our body lines!
There are very few LEGAL skylines here as 95Maxed said after your post...
DING DING DING!!! We must have read the same article... The company that was importing them only donated 1 R33 and submitted its crash test data for R32's and R34's as well. So, the only one you can legally obtain is the R33 right now, and that is still a very hard chore...
chrome91, I believe your referring to one of those loopholes for kit cars... Your not supposed to do it with an entire car and I wouldnt recommend cutting one in half and then driving it later anyways haha. I believe your actually supposed to just pull the motor and register the body as a kit car... Then toss the motor in and get it inspected for street worthiness...
There are very few LEGAL skylines here as 95Maxed said after your post...
"Legal" There is no crash test data on any of the JDM skylines other than a select few R33's. Im not saying they arent there, i know a guy who owns an R34 but keeps it under lock and key in a garage her in orlando. They are illegal according to the federal gov. and have/will be siezed.
chrome91, I believe your referring to one of those loopholes for kit cars... Your not supposed to do it with an entire car and I wouldnt recommend cutting one in half and then driving it later anyways haha. I believe your actually supposed to just pull the motor and register the body as a kit car... Then toss the motor in and get it inspected for street worthiness...
05-11-2011, 09:22 PM
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chrome91, I believe your referring to one of those loopholes for kit cars... Your not supposed to do it with an entire car and I wouldnt recommend cutting one in half and then driving it later anyways haha. I believe your actually supposed to just pull the motor and register the body as a kit car... Then toss the motor in and get it inspected for street worthiness...
05-12-2011, 01:10 PM
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DING DING DING!!! We must have read the same article... The company that was importing them only donated 1 R33 and submitted its crash test data for R32's and R34's as well. So, the only one you can legally obtain is the R33 right now, and that is still a very hard chore...
DING DING DING!!! We must have read the same article... The company that was importing them only donated 1 R33 and submitted its crash test data for R32's and R34's as well. So, the only one you can legally obtain is the R33 right now, and that is still a very hard chore...
anyways.... back to the topic. I dont really think the R kits look great on our cars, the body lines just dont seem to flow with it.
05-12-2011, 02:33 PM
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TO go a bit off topic and waaaay back.... Cars only tend to look rice if they have one or two flashy mods and that's it - like an over sized rear spiler, or a poorly done kit and that's it.
IF you take the time and do EVERYTHING right. And I mean, put in some serious wrench time into kit, lowering, rims, tires, paint and etc - then the car will look serious and it WILL look good. It's just a matter of time, and not doing a half assed job.
So to the OP, anyway you go, go all the way and do it proper. And then post pics =)
IF you take the time and do EVERYTHING right. And I mean, put in some serious wrench time into kit, lowering, rims, tires, paint and etc - then the car will look serious and it WILL look good. It's just a matter of time, and not doing a half assed job.
So to the OP, anyway you go, go all the way and do it proper. And then post pics =)
