Lets talk about Lowered + Stock Rims

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May 12, 2012 | 04:16 PM
  #1  
So I was thinking about when I get the maxima.
When I was leaving from Walmart,I had seen this Slammed/Hellaflushed S14 with Corvette Sawblades, and it Sparked me with some Inspiration. Bear with me here. I want your guys opinion on this.
When I get the 4th gen, as the first setup, would it be good if I put Stock blades on it, Lowered it 1.5 Inches or 2 and put a Black front lip on it and a croocked fart can on it with stickers on the back window or a bike rack.

2nd option,
Lowered 1.5 inches,
Open Exhaust Cutout + Stock muffler
Enkei RPF1 (Painted Dark Blue)
Some type of Duel Headlights/ Retrofit + Angel Eyes
Clear 95-96 Tails (Black and White)
CF Ionic Dynamic Spoiler

Kinda Simple right.
I just want your guys opinion and show some pics of similar setups or ideas
Positive comments Please
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May 12, 2012 | 04:23 PM
  #2  
Well your first problem is that both of those options have a moderate drop, to get anywhere NEAR the look of that s14 you saw you need to go lower (over 2 inches) no point in having low offset/ "Hellaflush" wheels and you're lowered 1-2 inches. Suspension and wheels is always the main focus make sure you drop it on good suspension NOT JUST LOWERING SPRINGS, id spend most of my money in these two departments so you get some nice fitment/stance.
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May 12, 2012 | 04:31 PM
  #3  
Quote: Well your first problem is that both of those options have a moderate drop, to get anywhere NEAR the look of that s14 you saw you need to go lower (over 2 inches) no point in having low offset/ "Hellaflush" wheels and you're lowered 1-2 inches. Suspension and wheels is always the main focus make sure you drop it on good suspension NOT JUST LOWERING SPRINGS, id spend most of my money in these two departments so you get some nice fitment/stance.
I see, how much inches would you reccomend and Which setup would you do?
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May 12, 2012 | 05:07 PM
  #4  
Quote: Well your first problem is that both of those options have a moderate drop, to get anywhere NEAR the look of that s14 you saw you need to go lower (over 2 inches) no point in having low offset/ "Hellaflush" wheels and you're lowered 1-2 inches. Suspension and wheels is always the main focus make sure you drop it on good suspension NOT JUST LOWERING SPRINGS, id spend most of my money in these two departments so you get some nice fitment/stance.
Not much of a suspension guru however i have a good drop (gr2 w ksport springs) on stock sawblades. looks ok and rides ok but for what youre looking for u need to go lower...i regret not going coils and for what i spent i couldve done coils for around 200 more....ijs
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May 12, 2012 | 05:10 PM
  #5  
Coilovers and the rest of the second option.
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May 12, 2012 | 05:30 PM
  #6  
you should buy my sawblades that i cleaned up and powdercoated 98% gloss black. theyre on pretty new tires too.
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May 12, 2012 | 05:42 PM
  #7  
Throw option 1 out window...fart can FAIL... black n.clear tails also FAIL... lip yes id spoiler yes...coilovers and hellaflush ye...
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May 12, 2012 | 06:11 PM
  #8  
Slammed and tucked on stock wheels can look sick. Have fun replacing axles though. You'll be doing it 4-5 times a year if not more depending on how much you drive it.

Coilovers are a must have for slam/stance. Especially if you roll on stock 16's. Unless you tuck you'll also need wheel spacers if you want a flush look. Coilovers first and foremost though. No later what wheel or look you go with.
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May 12, 2012 | 06:29 PM
  #9  
Quote: I see, how much inches would you reccomend and Which setup would you do?
id go for option number 2 just because i LOVE enkei rpf1's they look sick. To be honest i don't even go by inches, buy a set of FULL coil overs and when you drop it on those theres no inches measurement of how low you are since you can obviously adjust the ride height to your liking.
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May 12, 2012 | 06:31 PM
  #10  
Quote: Not much of a suspension guru however i have a good drop (gr2 w ksport springs) on stock sawblades. looks ok and rides ok but for what youre looking for u need to go lower...i regret not going coils and for what i spent i couldve done coils for around 200 more....ijs
I hear this a lot from people on lowering springs/struts combo, its also happened to me i changed setups like 3 times before i just bought a set of full coils and never had an issue again and ride was better.
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May 12, 2012 | 06:33 PM
  #11  
Quote: i just bought a set of full coils and never had an issue again and ride was better.
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May 12, 2012 | 07:17 PM
  #12  
Any pics of similar setups.
Keep em coming
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May 12, 2012 | 07:34 PM
  #13  
one of the only ones I have with about a 2in drop but no blade pics
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May 12, 2012 | 08:09 PM
  #14  
GR2s and ksports w the z32s
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Same setup with blades...
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the ksports give it about 1.6-2" drop i believe


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May 12, 2012 | 08:54 PM
  #15  
i will be on tokico illumina / s tech (2.2"f 1.8"r) rolling on silver sawblades within 3 weeks and i will post pics for ya
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May 12, 2012 | 09:39 PM
  #16  
if you deside to go coilovers i just happen to have a set of d2 racing coilovers, just rebuilt for sale. 1000 bucks and there yours ...your not going to regret coilovers
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May 13, 2012 | 02:47 AM
  #17  
2.25" drop front, 2" drop rear on Matrix springs and KYB AGX with Stock 16" S14 wheels.
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May 13, 2012 | 01:08 PM
  #18  
Keep em coming and comments are appreciated
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May 13, 2012 | 01:33 PM
  #19  
S.techs on 17" SL wheels

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May 13, 2012 | 04:49 PM
  #20  
The picture in my sig is 3 and 1/4 inches on 16" wheels, and I'm scraping my resonator only, (crawling over speedbumps) just an idea for you.
K-sport coil-overs is what I have, I had springs on my last 4g, bumpy, crappy ride and the stance is nothing like what I wanted, even on 18" wheels, you learn from mistakes and seeing other set-ups to inspire you.
I and many others will suggest coil-overs, so worth it in two facets, ride comfort AND the stance you'll NEED when you get the wheels you WANT...
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May 13, 2012 | 05:14 PM
  #21  
H&R and tokico illumina setup on 215/60-15 tires on bbs rims. I am selling this setup since I want to get my coils back.

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May 13, 2012 | 05:47 PM
  #22  
Keep em coming
MEGA THREAD anyone?
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May 13, 2012 | 06:13 PM
  #23  
^^There is already a lowered thread, we dont really need to have two.

http://forums.maxima.org/4th-generat...posting-3.html
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May 13, 2012 | 11:17 PM
  #24  
Call me crazy.. but aren't corvette wheels 5x120?

if so, how did the s14 get those on his whip?
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May 14, 2012 | 12:54 AM
  #25  
Quote: Call me crazy.. but aren't corvette wheels 5x120?

if so, how did the s14 get those on his whip?
Redrilled or hub adaptors
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May 14, 2012 | 11:05 AM
  #26  
Quote: Coilovers and the rest of the second option.
This.

Done.


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May 15, 2012 | 02:54 PM
  #27  
Quote: Call me crazy.. but aren't corvette wheels 5x120?

if so, how did the s14 get those on his whip?
Im not an expert in rims but I've seen it done on many cars, aswell as a Golf
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May 15, 2012 | 02:58 PM
  #28  
Quote: Im not an expert in rims but I've seen it done on many cars, aswell as a Golf
its easy, they use adaptors.
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May 15, 2012 | 08:49 PM
  #29  
Ok my opinion I got the quote unquote croocked fart can i personally like it only thing is when u come to lower it u want stiff suspension cause when ya back drop it has the potential to rip off the muffler. but your option one i personally havent seen slanted exhaust so its a different look n sqwatting saw blades would b tight but any none maxima rim give it a sexy look like 350s muranos(i personally have) G35s etc long as bolt pattern is 5x4.5 http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/...408_174141.jpg http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/...408_174117.jpg
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May 15, 2012 | 10:13 PM
  #30  
Quote: Ok my opinion I got the quote unquote croocked fart can i personally like it only thing is when u come to lower it u want stiff suspension cause when ya back drop it has the potential to rip off the muffler. but your option one i personally havent seen slanted exhaust so its a different look n sqwatting saw blades would b tight but any none maxima rim give it a sexy look like 350s muranos(i personally have) G35s etc long as bolt pattern is 5x4.5 http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/...408_174141.jpg http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/...408_174117.jpg
watchout your comment bro
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Sep 7, 2012 | 05:33 AM
  #31  
Would you scrape with a 2 finger gap underneath with a 215/60-15 tire size. Just wondering since im getting my D2's back and would my axles be worn out easily by this drop?
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Sep 7, 2012 | 08:26 AM
  #32  
Quote: Would you scrape with a 2 finger gap underneath with a 215/60-15 tire size. Just wondering since im getting my D2's back and would my axles be worn out easily by this drop?
No and no.
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Sep 7, 2012 | 08:41 AM
  #33  
Quote: Would you scrape with a 2 finger gap underneath with a 215/60-15 tire size. Just wondering since im getting my D2's back and would my axles be worn out easily by this drop?
Is that 2 finger gap youre talking about between the fender and tire, or crossmember and the ground?
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Sep 7, 2012 | 08:59 AM
  #34  
You can get the Enkei wheels in a blue from the factory. Its a limited edition



not a fan of the color but the wheels are strong
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Sep 7, 2012 | 09:16 AM
  #35  
I say drop it 6 inches
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Sep 7, 2012 | 09:16 AM
  #36  
Quote: Is that 2 finger gap youre talking about between the fender and tire, or crossmember and the ground?
Between the fender and tire. I just wanna really wanna know what's the lowest I can go without really scraping. Over here we do have some pretty big speed bumps at times and low ground near the sidewalk too.
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Sep 7, 2012 | 09:17 AM
  #37  
Quote: No and no.
Sorry I am asking here too since that's how I am LOL. I can never make up my mind unless I ask like over a million people hahah.
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