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12-11-2007, 09:24 AM

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LOL, actually we get more Maximas at our annual RCP BBQ in DC then Maxus got last year, and the first picture was taken after about 20+ other Maxes had left. Always an awesome meet every year (DC, VA, MD crew).

I'll definitely be at this meet next year! Is this usually in the Fall? Does the DC/MD crowd ever have a big meets in the Spring?

12-11-2007, 09:39 AM

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I'll definitely be at this meet next year! Is this usually in the Fall? Does the DC/MD crowd ever have a big meets in the Spring?

Actually we had some Maxes from NC caravan up to attend this year. By tradition in is normally held in June or July. Would be great to meet you in person!!!

12-11-2007, 09:47 AM

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Actually we had some Maxes from NC caravan up to attend this year. By tradition in is normally held in June or July. Would be great to meet you in person!!!

Same to you. Because of NWP Engineering, I am interested in sponsoring and attending more meets than I have in the past. I plan to make my way up to DC, MD and NY for the big meets next year.

12-11-2007, 09:50 AM

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AMAZING work Chern! Love the vids and the car is looking tight.

Would love to see the dyno to see the real numbers the beast is putting down now.

Looks wicked quick but I still wince everytime I see FW tire squeals - lol.

Much repsect & keep up the good work!

12-11-2007, 04:11 PM

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New brakes look sexy good job man.

12-12-2007, 08:52 AM

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Thanks for the feedback and props, work unfortunately takes precedence over tune right now because I have limited work week days off and all the tuning shops in my area are not available (or have full schedules) on Sat/Sun...

12-12-2007, 11:52 AM

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Ok, thats it. Chris youve inspired me to enter a level of greatness on a level of funds that is nearly non-existant. I'm thinking of kicking off "Maxinuff phase .10". Im getting 2, count em' 2 of these bad boys. Even thinking of doing the install myself.

Try to contain yourselves....

Germany-watch out!!!!

12-12-2007, 11:58 AM

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did your dishwasher ever get fixed?

I can't wait til your finished and everything is painted and looking all pretty.

12-12-2007, 11:59 AM

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Try to contain yourselves....

That's kewl! Now I dont have to make the sound myself!

12-12-2007, 01:03 PM

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Try to contain yourselves....

Germany-watch out!!!!

Post up some vids after the install!!!

12-13-2007, 03:26 AM

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Try to contain yourselves....

Germany-watch out!!!!

LOL, ensure you post Dyno numbers once complete...

12-13-2007, 03:29 AM

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did your dishwasher ever get fixed?

I can't wait til your finished and everything is painted and looking all pretty.

Dishwasher is fixed

finally and I'm setting up the appointment at the body shop today...

12-13-2007, 04:12 AM

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Dishwasher is fixed

finally and I'm setting up the appointment at the body shop today...

That dishwasher vid was funny.

12-17-2007, 10:52 AM

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OK last update this thread, Fixed the bracket and reinstalled the driver side PIAA 9000 fog (would not fit with the intercooling piping before), powder coated the side silver intercooler piping (sides) and started the cutout for the new full size spare (those of you just catching up, with Wilwood BBK front/rear my donut spare no longer fits). Car heads to the paint shop on January 7th...

12-17-2007, 11:22 AM

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And is that how your trunk is going to be? No carpet over that?

Grocery getter no more!

12-17-2007, 11:28 AM

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And is that how your trunk is going to be? No carpet over that?

Grocery getter no more!

I have an SUV for groceries...

12-17-2007, 11:42 AM

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I have an SUV for groceries...

Hey Chern how do you like the KDW's for handling and wet driving? I am eyeing some Michelins for the Z wheels but have always wanted a set of the BFG's. I had ZR's on my first car and loved them. Also did the 255/45's mess up your spedometer? Tad taller etc. Thanks in advance.

12-17-2007, 12:03 PM

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OK superb tire for wet / dry, definitely a no no for snow. Grip, traction and top speed are all top notch and the side wall is only a tad higher which really has not impacted by speedo. And this is my second set of KDW's (sold the last set with my older rims) that I've purchased so that says a lot for how much I like them. I also considered Nitto 555 and others but these just sit and handle right for my goals...

12-17-2007, 12:34 PM

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Ok thanks, I don't have to worry about snow thank god. We had a little later of frost on the cars this morning but roads are fine. Main concern is wet/dry handling. Awesome looking tire. How about road noise at highway speeds?

12-17-2007, 01:07 PM

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Little noisy during breakin but now they sound great...

12-17-2007, 01:18 PM

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your taking it to the paint shop? why not paint a car that actually needs it, like mine?

12-17-2007, 03:24 PM

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your taking it to the paint shop? why not paint a car that actually needs it, like mine?

Let me think......

12-17-2007, 09:57 PM

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Oh and those who have been asking, new sig with a special thank you to ChinoX from NYCmaximas who IMO did an awesome job...

12-17-2007, 11:00 PM

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great update... new sig is HOT as well...

I love the sides powdercoated... looks great man

I need new tires around jan... i have been looking at both the 555's and the KDW's

my dad has a 2005 g35 coupe ... he has had both of the tires... says that the KDW's kick ***... but are loud... and the 555's noise wise are not bad at all.. but cant touch the KDW's...

anyway... nice pics... lookin good fella'

12-18-2007, 08:24 AM

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great update... new sig is HOT as well...

I love the sides powdercoated... looks great man

For Cali, hands down KDW-II IMO...

12-18-2007, 08:32 AM

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Chris, your car is at the next level. My congratulations sir, great job!

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12-18-2007, 10:12 AM

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Chris, your car is at the next level. My congratulations sir, great job!

Appreciate the feedback bro, trying to do it right and still make the car look sleek, clean, performance driven with a somewhat aggressive stance...

Also the feedback on the street has been phenomenal as well, zero bad comments and LOL, the same question always gets asked. What kind of car is that???

12-18-2007, 09:05 PM

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Are you planning on doing any body panel shaving (door moldings) before paint? It'd be the perfect time to do it, and I think it would definitely clean up the sides of the car.

12-18-2007, 09:38 PM

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Are you planning on doing any body panel shaving (door moldings) before paint? It'd be the perfect time to do it, and I think it would definitely clean up the sides of the car.

Thanks for the input but NO, this is my daily driver and too many butt heads still do not know the fundamentals of opening a door and the last car I did see that shaved the trim off his doors just swapped from the door protector to a door indentation with no protection...

12-19-2007, 12:45 AM

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Chris, any thoughts to powdercoating a red op lip on ur rims?

12-19-2007, 01:04 PM

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Haha well put. I doubt you're parking that beauty anywhere near other cars, though...

12-19-2007, 01:43 PM

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simply amazing.

12-19-2007, 01:56 PM

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Chris, any thoughts to powdercoating a red op lip on ur rims?

No I'm going to pass on that, I really like the all black look of the wheel...

12-19-2007, 01:58 PM

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Haha well put. I doubt you're parking that beauty anywhere near other cars, though...

Sometimes you don't have a choice, it's always best to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it...

12-19-2007, 03:10 PM

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Wow Chris. Your car is looking hella sharp. Sporty but classy, aggressive but not ricey looking at all.

And...you're still making visual improvements (Phase III).

Absolutely unreal. No question about it, the baddest 6th Gen on the planet and the universe bar none!!!

I love the fact that people are asking "what kind of car is that"? I bet the compliments come very often. Awesome customization. Truly a work of art. I love the spare wheel/tire idea. Get a flat and you're still rollin' clean and ready to kik some boootay.

Slap me five on the high side Bro (old school).

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