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09-18-2004, 04:47 PM

idnumber1

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what do you guys think about the spoiler?

Just wondering what your feelings were on the rear spoiler on the max. Fire away...

09-18-2004, 07:10 PM

CanadianMoFo

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OEM or aftermarket?

09-18-2004, 08:18 PM

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I like the OEM spoiler but the only thing I do not like about it is the Nissan logo and the shape that is still there if you remove the emblem off the spoiler. Still has the round shape of the circle under it. Other than that....I actually like it, but still like the trunk without the spoiler, nice and clean look is good too.

09-18-2004, 09:25 PM

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I feel the sporty image and sometimes agressive use of the SE would make the spoiler a natural fit. I like the carefully understated Nissan OEM spoiler.

In my opinion, the mixed luxo-sport image and sometimes more laid-back usage of the SL is better suited to a clean trunk (no spoiler).

In actuality, every SE I have ever owned had a spoiler, but I did not want one on my '04 SL.

09-18-2004, 10:50 PM

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The OEM one is kinda like the 350z.....barely anything there

09-19-2004, 05:50 AM

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My 2004 SE does not have one, and how I wanted it.

09-19-2004, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by VQ35DE

My 2004 SE does not have one, and how I wanted it.

well then you have an option, find an oem, or get the G35 one with leds, someone posted it here from eBay once.

I love my oem spoiler.

09-19-2004, 08:08 AM

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I like the OEM, but i like this one even better:

I think that tihs is Mystery Man's Max (hope you don't mind).

I'll be doing this mod soon, but Canadian **** and i will have to trade trunk lids first.

You can find the spoiler here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...item=7921056391

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09-19-2004, 08:56 AM

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I like the simple look of the OEM. Also I'm intrigued by the apparant functionality of it. The quoted CD numbers from Nissan were something like .31 without, or .28 with. So it does lower the drag. The question then is, does it actually have an effect on fuel economy? Not much, but every bit helps.

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09-19-2004, 09:37 AM

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RaTgoesMaX

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OEM Lip Spoiler was my choice.

09-19-2004, 06:23 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SilverBelle04

I like the OEM, but i like this one even better:

I think that tihs is Mystery Man's Max (hope you don't mind).

I'll be doing this mod soon, but Canadian **** and i will have to trade trunk lids first.

You can find the spoiler here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...item=7921056391

Bob

Hmm that car looks familiar. Don't mind at all, saves me the hassle of posting it. I love my spoiler, gives it a meaner look i think.

09-19-2004, 11:27 PM

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Here's my OEM spoiler without the "hamburger". I think this is the cleanest look.

09-20-2004, 07:27 AM

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[QUOTE=04RedOpMax]Here's my OEM spoiler without the "hamburger". I think this is the cleanest look.

Do I see two small holes where the burger once was? I thought it was on with two way tape like the Maxima and SE signs?

09-20-2004, 08:32 AM

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Ebay aftermarket with the LEDs.... Great buy, looks veddy veddy nice, and easy to install!

09-20-2004, 10:16 AM

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The Lip Spoiler again from another angle.

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09-20-2004, 12:33 PM

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I have OEM spoiler envy.

09-20-2004, 12:59 PM

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I dig the OEM. I don't mind the hamburger at all. But maybe a nice LED strip to replace it in the center of the spoiler wouldn't be a bad idea like some of the Cadillac's have. Not as long though.

09-20-2004, 04:35 PM

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wow you just gave me a great idea, I had never thought to put an led in my oem lip spoiler. would be nice to fill in the spot were the burger is and put in a nice size led.

09-21-2004, 06:58 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by RaTgoesMaX

Do I see two small holes where the burger once was? I thought it was on with two way tape like the Maxima and SE signs?

The hamburger is held on with double backed tape, but there are two prongs on the back of the emblem that fit into two alignment holes in the spoiler. I took two small "buttons" (actually screw cap covers), painted them to match the car and siliconed em over the holes. It was just a temporary fix, until I thought up something better. I kinda like how it looks now, I might not ever change it.

09-21-2004, 08:25 AM

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I just looked again and actually it doesn`t look that bad without the hamburger. I could get used to it. I wonder if you could cut the area out and file or grind it straight across and paint it where it was ground. Do you understand what I`m trying to say? You might even have to use a little body puddy. I would see if a body shop could do it, then there would be no blemish. Just a thought.........

09-21-2004, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RaTgoesMaX

Yes, you could cut the "tab" off. I thought about doing that a while back. A body shop could definitely do this for you. While your'e at it, fill in the two little holes and repaint the whole thing. I think that would look really clean.

I'm just not quite ready to yank the spoiler off....yet.

09-21-2004, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 04RedOpMax

Thats what im talking about but I think im going to add a small LED in the center. it would look sweet!

09-21-2004, 12:09 PM

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LEDs in the spoiler

Go for it Glude! Post pix when you are done...

09-21-2004, 12:16 PM

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Yeh, I`d like to see that. I`m in the second year of a four year lease so I have to be careful what I do. I haven`t decided if I`m going to purchase after the lease.

09-21-2004, 12:30 PM

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i like mine the most i.m.o
but yet i still have the factory hamburger... damn...

09-21-2004, 02:58 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Glude

wow you just gave me a great idea, I had never thought to put an led in my oem lip spoiler. would be nice to fill in the spot were the burger is and put in a nice size led.

I live to inspire. lol.

09-22-2004, 09:56 AM

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i was originally asking about the OEM spoiler (which is nice), but now that i see all of these other cool aftermarket spoilers, im even more confused on what i want

09-22-2004, 11:07 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by idnumber1

i was originally asking about the OEM spoiler (which is nice), but now that i see all of these other cool aftermarket spoilers, im even more confused on what i want

Check out this site for wings(spoilers) and body kits. You may see something you like.
http://www.spoilers.com/index.htm

09-22-2004, 11:15 AM

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Actually here ios a Lip spoiler that is close to OEM> You will also notice the upper window spoiler, kind of cool.
http://www.spoilers.com/wings/nissmax2004.htm

09-22-2004, 11:34 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by RaTgoesMaX

Actually here ios a Lip spoiler that is close to OEM> You will also notice the upper window spoiler, kind of cool.
http://www.spoilers.com/wings/nissmax2004.htm

Those are the sarona pieces. I like the upper spoiler, but their price was way too much. The body kit they offer is too "wild" for my taste at this time.

09-22-2004, 11:43 AM

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Did you happen to notice the Sarona Grill and if you did what do you think about it?

09-22-2004, 12:26 PM

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Not a fan of it, i personally like the one i have, the trenz grille. The tooth idea in general is what i dont like, thats why i passed on it.

09-22-2004, 12:32 PM

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Yeah I like the window spoiler but the pricing is just nuts. At $99 I'd likely pick it up. It should NOT cost $250 for that little bit of trim. A nice painted aftermarket spoiler with brake light doesn't cost that much and has much more material and complication in manufacturing.

CM.

09-22-2004, 12:41 PM

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I think its actually $299 for the window spoiler. I believe andymax has it and i think it used 2 sided tape as well for install. 300 bucks for that is not worth it at all.

09-26-2004, 08:35 PM

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I dont even concider the OEM one a spoiler. It is just a clip on.

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09-26-2004, 08:50 PM

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I'm actually going to purchase a spoiler for my car, but not any of the ones that have been shown. The spoiler I'm going to get for my car is off of eBay it's the g35 spoiler.

09-26-2004, 09:33 PM

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Quote:

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I'm actually going to purchase a spoiler for my car, but not any of the ones that have been shown. The spoiler I'm going to get for my car is off of eBay it's the g35 spoiler.

You mean the one 3 people posted on page 1? That G35 with leds is sweet. Or have you found yet another one?

09-27-2004, 06:53 AM

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Its probably the same one as we posted.

09-27-2004, 08:56 PM

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The one they sell, is basically a G35 sedan spoiler. They used to have the pic of it on a g but for a maxima. So he is probably mistaken. For the coupe, he's probably right tho.