DeusExMaxima

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I have seen some cars with front splitters. These are devices that go under the front of the car and stick out an inch or two to give the front wheel more traction in high speed turns. Also they give the car a bit more aggressive look. Here is an example of one on an older BMW:




On a 350Z:


On a G35:


On some car:


What do you guys think good or bad? (ya know Im gonna do it anyway )

DeusExMaxima

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Here is a link on how to make one:

http://e30m3performance.com/installs...er/split_1.htm

AllBlackMax

Dude, you need a real sports car. You're doin' a little too much.

!PrjctMax!

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What really "defines" a true sports car?

But to each his own...I'm 50/50 on that statement

AllBlackMax

A car that the manufacturer defines as a sports car.

redls1

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I dont like the adjusters or whatever they are holding it in in the front. Id be happy with just some type of front lip.

S_Klass

That some car is a VW R32

larsim

Unless you're looking to achieve a "snow plow" look, that lip is a

Mack

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I tend to agree with Allblack. I think they look great on the 350z, G35's etc. but not so much on the 4-dr sedan. But hey, you're a serious racer so if it helped you get traction in turns then why not? It'll probably look a bit awkward but man if you do it show us some pics!

madmik

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I think if properly designed it could look great on an OEM bumper. It may be a bit much on Deus but again, its all in the design. No adjusters please.

Not sure at what speed a splitter begins to make a difference for ground effect.

DeusExMaxima

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The splitter is subtle yet add a touch of aggressiveness to the car. It only sticks out a couple inches, so its not like a snow plow or anything. Some of the concept cars at the LA Auto Show and SEMA had these and it looks really sharp. Ill take pics when Im done with the project, like my rear diffuser.

maxspeed96CT

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If you car is fast then do it, this way you can back your **** up if ppl say its rice....

i think it might look good as long as you have rims and kit and the hole 9yrds to match it.

DeusExMaxima

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Will do

DeusExMaxima

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Here is a nice pic of a black scion with a splitter. Lookin good!!!


Since there isdownforce on the splitter, I probably would use turnbuckles as seen here in the Scion pic, but Id paint them black.

blackmax07

just wondering, how do you plan to make this? I think it would look sick on the 07's since our front bumpers are a bit more square..but anyhow good luck

RHMax

Your Stillen lip already has a splitter on each side. I think no more than about an inch, definitely not with the adjusting arms.

DeusExMaxima

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True, but this is slightly more aggressive, and functional.

DeusExMaxima

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I found an Altima with a splitter. Go to this link and enlarge the pic:
http://www.sfxperformance.com/parts/...4ALTBUMPER.htm

And a pic of a Sentra with a similar lip to the Stillen lip I have:

philoforlife

May look nice, but it is EVERYTHING but subtle...

Joshua

4MySwee

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Alright Deus, let's see it.....

To answer the 'sports car' question....

Why buy something labeled as a 'sports car' so insurance can ring him? Look what he has done already!

trance.addict

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alright deus, if you really wanna do it - then do it the altima way and please don't use any adjusters, our cars are meant for luxury and speed yet maintain a classy look, after all they are 50 k + Cars so in all honesty, do it if you really want to for the functionality but don't make it look ricey.

Also, if you don't mind - here's some suggestions i'd like to make - i'd like to add two things - your car is surely unique so the suggestions might not be the best options for you but have you ever considered the RLM Bumper and the Active Tuning Grill W/ the Red Strip (Just like you've done it now) I honestly think with these 2 added, your car will look much more hotter and not that it isn't already now :P

maxspeed96CT

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damm, thats a nice alitma in the the link, then u see the rims


WTF are ppl thinking

redmaxpa007

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it could work......

bdmaxima

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if your looking for splitters i think body-kits.org has them

blackmax07

yup^

This might actually look nice.

http://www.bodykits.org/cart/view_pr...php?ItemID=305

DeusExMaxima

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I made a cardboard mock-up of a splitter. Of course it needs trimming and shaping to get a final shape but I wanted to have some idea of what it looked like. So here they are:

blackmax07

hm might look a bit overdone since u already have the stillen lip..just my opinion though

DeusExMaxima

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Im gonna trim it on the sides a lot and keep most of it towards the front. This certainly isnt final form, but its getting there. Then I need to score a sheet of ABS plastic.

redmaxpa007

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your car is dirty...


you are the MAN... always searching for the next mod!!!

redmaxpa007

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you can trim the front to match your kits, the the one on the sentra you posted

DeusExMaxima

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It photographs better when its dirty, lol. I prefer to have the splitter come straight across the front instead of shaped like the Sentra splitter. It gives it a smoother look I think.

Mack

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Whaddya gonna do about that gap in the middle Deus?

DeusExMaxima

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Good question. Check out the Z in this pic which has similar front:

DeusExMaxima

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Here are many detailed pics of a 4th Gen Black Maxima with a splitter:
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/516006/5

Here is a thread on it:

http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....plitter&page=2

DeusExMaxima

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Here are daytime pics after I trimmed the sides:



The jacks are to hold the cardboard splitter in place. The next step is to get the ABS plastic and trace the cardboard mock up on to the plastic, leaving extra room so I can shape it. This shape isnt the final shape by any means. Also, the splitter will go back to the rear edge of the bumper so it will have a smoother line. Oh, and I might make it adjustable so it can stick out more for race and show, or tuck it in for street. I think if I slot the mounting holes, I'll be able to do that.

Mack

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LOL the cardboard looks like *** Deus. But to be honest, I don't think the REAL thing will look too bad. Kinda anxious to see it. Do you plan on using turnbuckles?

DeusExMaxima

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I know the cardboard is hoaky lookin but its to get the right shape. I painted it so it is slightly better. It really looked like a$$ when it wasnt painted. I am quite certain you will all be pleasantly surprised at the outcome. I am going to avoid turnbuckles if I can. Remember, there will be a lot of downforce on this which is why people use turnbuckles. If I have to use them, Ill paint them black of course.

trance.addict

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deus, hm - i'm still not feelin' it, try trimming the sides more, for some reason, it looks like it sticks out a little more then it's needed.

on the other hand, man I LOVE THOSE EYE LIDS !! they look SICK

DeusExMaxima

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Yeah, I was examining the pics just now and looking at the G/Z splitter in the above pictures, and I trimmed the sides. How does this look?



Also remember, the final product will be black so it will look MUCH narrower. It only sticks out about 2 inches at the front and an inch or less on the sides

trance.addict

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there you go, looks a lot better, bro. i'd still want to see a final product painted in black and please don't put on the adjusters it'll make the car look wierd. you're in the right direction, though


p.s: do you think the center piece should be cut out so the splitters look like they are on the sides, i don't know how to say this but hm, u know the center piece where your lip does not have what's on the right and left of the lip - lol how do i say this? i hope u get what i mean.