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Old 06-04-2012 | 03:08 PM
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kthxbai guys, cya tomorrow, same ghustle time... same ghustle thread...
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Old 06-04-2012 | 03:08 PM
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17s? I just ask because that lip is low as hell but the tire is barely tuckin. I think the back needs to come down and the bike rack needs to go. Otherwise perfect.

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i need a roof rack..not to tote a bike, just for looks #ricer
I think I'm the only "stance" guy that doesn't like bike racks. Even if you legitimately ride and have a need for it, I don't like it. I guess for me, the less crap protruding from the doors on up the better. Probably the same reason I prefer no spoiler on cars.
Old 06-04-2012 | 03:09 PM
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Got my lugs from Varrstoen.
I cant read the foreign language they speak in. THe only thing I know is our thread is 12x1.5 or is it 1.25?

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Old 06-04-2012 | 03:18 PM
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ok Chrisman i see how you got your free kit now.was it defective?
Old 06-04-2012 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by merovi
45.317 to be exact
Nearly 1 sec quicker than 'Tuner', well done sir! All things considered that's a good percentage quicker & quite impressive for a "mid priced FWD family sedan" vs. upscale RWD sport sedan. Apparently Maxima deserves it's 4DSC moniker after all.
Old 06-04-2012 | 03:38 PM
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Now whats the difference between Varrstoen lugs and the flea bay knock off? I'm guessing the Varrstoen make you go faster
Originally Posted by ShocknAwe
Quality. The same thing that makes every other Ebay part different from the real thing
I just bought em cause I got a good deal. 70 shipped with hub rings. Varrstoen makes knock off wheels so I'm sure their lugs are too but whatever.

Originally Posted by essential1
I think the bike rack needs to go. Otherwise perfect. I think I'm the only "stance" guy that doesn't like bike racks.
That makes two of us.

Originally Posted by ShocknAwe
I cant read the foreign language they speak in. THe only thing I know is our thread is 12x1.5 or is it 1.25?
We're 12x1.25".

Here:
http://my350z.com/forum/wheels-and-t...nuts-more.html

Originally Posted by cjandura
ok Chrisman i see how you got your free kit now.was it defective?
Not sure yet lol Haven't installed.
Old 06-04-2012 | 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Crusher103
The maxima really is down to the driver, with the VQ35 useless amount of torque coming out of tight corners and its rear suspension being set up for straight line stability not corner carving.
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I beg to differ.....Mawnin
Some people just don't understand suspension. They hate on the beam, but it's a fundamentally good design.
Old 06-04-2012 | 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by ChrisMan287
I just bought em cause I got a good deal. 70 shipped with hub rings. Varrstoen makes knock off wheels so I'm sure their lugs are too but whatever.



That makes two of us.



We're 12x1.25".

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Not sure yet lol Haven't installed.

Well I think Muteki has the real vr48 so Muteki is probably the real thing but they are about the same price. Muteki has a Titanium finish so I think Im going to get those instead
Old 06-04-2012 | 03:51 PM
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Old 06-04-2012 | 03:55 PM
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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe
Well I think Muteki has the real vr48 so Muteki is probably the real thing but they are about the same price. Muteki has a Titanium finish so I think Im going to get those instead
They look exactly the same.
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by BobPezz
Slightly surprising, but not THAT unexpected. Arcing the car on entry & turn in at the apex is important. Despite criticisms, I find the Max (even unmodded) does it well under deceleration & w/maybe a bit of trail braking. Plus the car will stick when driven smoothly. It's not really about under vs. over steer but balance & car control. Which is actually the most important thing to go fast, regardless of car or track. It may look cool to be all crossed up drifting w/tire smoke, but it's not the quickest way.
Originally Posted by Rochester
Perfect understanding of Auto-X, right there. Well said, Bob. I'm sure I could have shaved a few seconds off if I stopped drifting and started carving the corners better. Hindsight.
That approach applies to ALL driving. ANY car will reward a smooth driver. I recall reading in Jackie Stewart's book; that other drivers joked on how he treated the car like a grandmother. His credo was; be gentle, don't do anything too aggressive & upset the car it will go faster. As contrary as that may sound it stuck in my head, especially when backed up by his performance record. I know my way around corners & do my best to follow those instructions. I don't dismiss the Maxima's handling prowess, since it repays smoothness with interest.

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Old 06-04-2012 | 04:13 PM
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Bob i think you drive like a mad man slinging flaming kittens out your windows at other drivers and pedestrians who dont get out your way fast enuff.
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:16 PM
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Rochester do you have any good pics of the headlight/ bumper area towards the rear?i want to see if this new bumper i have is defective or its my eyes playing tricks on me because its not painted.
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by cjandura

Brent Spinner ownes a G??? wtf
Good Call!
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:20 PM
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Originally Posted by cjandura
Rochester do you have any good pics of the headlight/ bumper area towards the rear?i want to see if this new bumper i have is defective or its my eyes playing tricks on me because its not painted.
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:20 PM
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Originally Posted by essential1
17s? I just ask because that lip is low as hell but the tire is barely tuckin. I think the back needs to come down and the bike rack needs to go. Otherwise perfect.
im not sure what size wheels... thought it was 18's but you make a valid point... i love the bike rack but i guess its a personal thing... the rear cant go any lower i believe, its poking a lil bit
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:21 PM
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CJ keep me posted with updates
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr. Brett
When I read through this thread, I can't help but click on "view post" now and again, just to see what he's babbling on about.

In my observation, he hasn't improved much. He said something about "turning over a new leaf," last week. But that was completely shot down when he continued to insult a few people based on the skewed beliefs he held.

So, in conclusion, no. He hasn't made much improvement. We need to head back to the laboratory and try again.
Proof positive..."You can't fix stupid!"
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:23 PM
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Old 06-04-2012 | 04:23 PM
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Rochester do you have any good pics of the headlight/ bumper area towards the rear?i want to see if this new bumper i have is defective or its my eyes playing tricks on me because its not painted.




Old 06-04-2012 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe
So Kevin what are the size and weight of these wheels?
There look like almost same style as mine without the lip
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:28 PM
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Proof positive..."You can't fix stupid!"
ive said that to myself while on here plenty of times and not only towards clashez
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:32 PM
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I'd prefer Mass when it comes to something like end links.
Someone never took a metallurgy class.

Originally Posted by aackshun
I've heard OEM ones snap in the 5th gens and Moog as a replacement to solve that, that's where I got the wind of that notion....
Hmmm I would suspect by snap, peeps really meant the ball socket coming off the ball. But anything's possible.

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Old 06-04-2012 | 04:34 PM
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Do you have a side shot of it above the turn signal im trying to get a judgment on the gap where bumper cover headlight and fender meet
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Grand_hustle17
Whats going on under there?
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by essential1
17s? I just ask because that lip is low as hell but the tire is barely tuckin. I think the back needs to come down and the bike rack needs to go. Otherwise perfect.


I think I'm the only "stance" guy that doesn't like bike racks. Even if you legitimately ride and have a need for it, I don't like it. I guess for me, the less crap protruding from the doors on up the better. Probably the same reason I prefer no spoiler on cars.
I have a love hate thing for the bike rack. Love it when I'm carrying around more then one bike, kayak or snowboard.Other then that I just use the trunk bike
Rack. I had a bike roof rack when it wasn't cool to have one lol
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:39 PM
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Bob i think you drive like a mad man slinging flaming kittens out your windows at other drivers and pedestrians who dont get out your way fast enuff.
Only when I forget to take my Clonazepam!
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Well i have the 97 98% complete i need a trans cooler and complete line set and i need to replace the rear valve cover cause it leaks oil now next to the timing cover
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by cjandura
Whats going on under there?
even the street is having a hard time fitting under there
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:44 PM
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Only when I forget to take my Clonazepam!
well take 3 and have a nice JD chaser with them
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Well i have the 97 98% complete i need a trans cooler and complete line set and i need to replace the rear valve cover cause it leaks oil now next to the timing cover
whens the due date of driving?
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:46 PM
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Hustle one of them fat women my wife had over the other night sat on my harmony 1100 and broke the screen now im tiffed off
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Originally Posted by Grand_hustle17
whens the due date of driving?
couple days i needed them cheap ***** in the 4th gen sectionto get the 4th gen coils ordered but looks like im putting monroe quick struts on it now cause the old ones had collapsed springs on the pass side and i need a fireproof suit to take it for a test drive with the luck i have
Old 06-04-2012 | 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by cjandura
Do you have a side shot of it above the turn signal im trying to get a judgment on the gap where bumper cover headlight and fender meet
That gap is a pretty common problem, especially with replacement bumpers. I can stick my finger between the bottom of the headlight and the top of the bumper on the driver side of my car.
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Originally Posted by Clashez
So Kevin what are the size and weight of these wheels?
There look like almost same style as mine without the lip
The difference is those are very expensive wheels at least when they were new, now you can cop a set for about $1k. They are 17x8 with a +38 offset and weigh about 20lbs. Sorry but XXR wheels would never go on my studs. I lucked out and got these used from another max enthusiast who took care of them. Hockenheim R's are some of my favorite design wheels next to BBS but I cant justify buying those because I DD my car. Here they are white? eh?
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Old 06-04-2012 | 05:51 PM
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They are 17x8 with a +38 offset and weigh about 20lbs. Here they are white? eh?
Meh.
Old 06-04-2012 | 05:55 PM
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Old 06-04-2012 | 06:01 PM
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Btw TunerMaxima3000, why is your rear end sagging? im pretty sure your struts aren't blown yet
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Meh.
lol I like the bimmer its a clean look. I want to get them stripped and painted titanium to match the lugs. A bit backwards yes but I love the titanium color of these lugs and on pebble beige? lights out combo:


and yea these and the varrstoen's do look exactly the same. Both are cold forged, rolled and have the acorn/rounded style ends

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