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ChapChap 6-Speed Build
Well I have had my 06 Maxima since July of last year doing just maintenance and keeping it running but now is the time to start doing it justice and actually upgrading and modifying. I have quite a few parts that have just shipped in now and waiting on a few more things , BUT fun things to come ! Can’t wait to share with everyone! |
Just to catch up to speed with what I’ve done to car so far. -replaced back left wheel hub and bearing. -replaced clutch master cylinder. -dyed all fabric interior with a black dye As well as typical synthetic oil changes , filters, and used marvel mystery oil in last oil change as well as various fuel fill ups. |
What is being shipped and or I have waiting to be done.
-Mishimoto Radiator -New catalytic converters for bank 1 and 2 -new clutch slave cylinder -modding my grille -LED headlights and headlight restoration -repaint the trim along roof and windows -vinyl wrap my roof gloss black. all of this I’m trying to get done in the next couple weeks |
Originally Posted by ChapChap
(Post 9176234)
What is being shipped and or I have waiting to be done.
-Mishimoto Radiator -New catalytic converters for bank 1 and 2 -new clutch slave cylinder -modding my grille -LED headlights and headlight restoration -repaint the trim along roof and windows -vinyl wrap my roof gloss black. all of this I’m trying to get done in the next couple weeks |
Originally Posted by follyburr
(Post 9176239)
Any tips on vinyl wrapping the roof? I have never applied vinyl wrap but would like a black, gloss or matte. My roof has a bad sun damage. is it a 2 man job? thanks!
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Headlight Restoration
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....819264e9e.jpegBefore https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....779318c15.jpegAfter . Still think I will hit it again with the 2500-3000 grit and polish. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....6ac7e712e.jpegUsed the 3m headlight restoration kit |
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....48559d6e6.jpeghttps://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....ca19c3433.jpeg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....1823c64ba.jpeg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....b522f37ce.jpegRepainted grilles gloss black , cut out inserts and put up a wire mesh. Also installed 6500k LED headlights and fog lights ! I’m loving the new look!! |
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Out with the old in with the new! Pulled my Cats and found 2 out of 3 were hollowed out so I went ahead , due to issues with the new cats I bought, and hollowed out the third one which was Bank 1 firewall side. I love the sound I’m getting now I thought I would hate it |
Also replaced my old radiator; had a lovely crack down the plastic top end. Replaced with a Mishimoto Radiator! So far so good have been running it for a couple weeks now. Replaced the Master Clutch Cylinder a month or so ago so while I was at it with cats and radiator I replaced the Clutch Slave Cylinder. Car is shifting like a dream now. |
ChapChap,
Would you like to share your experience with LED headlights replacement? Which brand did you use and how is your new light? How difficult was that? Did you get HID before? About headlight lens restoration: did you use any clear coat after buffing your lights? I was told that without protection the lights will yellow again in 6 months. |
Originally Posted by Barmaley
(Post 9181998)
ChapChap,
Would you like to share your experience with LED headlights replacement? Which brand did you use and how is your new light? How difficult was that? Did you get HID before? About headlight lens restoration: did you use any clear coat after buffing your lights? I was told that without protection the lights will yellow again in 6 months. I didnt put any coating on the headlights I couldn’t get them as clear as I wanted but i plan on doing them again and as far as a coating I think I’ll just stick with wax often. Hear horror stories with clear coat. |
ChapChap, any new updates? I have the prototype Mishimoto radiator in my 05 Max and its still going strong many years later.
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Originally Posted by DeusExMaxima
(Post 9185063)
ChapChap, any new updates? I have the prototype Mishimoto radiator in my 05 Max and its still going strong many years later.
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Originally Posted by DeusExMaxima
(Post 9185063)
ChapChap, any new updates? I have the prototype Mishimoto radiator in my 05 Max and its still going strong many years later.
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Ok now that life is settling down after hurricane Michael I will be shifting more focus back to the Maxima!! So on my plate I’ve got timing chain rattle what’s some experiences / pricing from shops that have been quoted if anyone can help |
Timing
Originally Posted by ChapChap
(Post 9190044)
Ok now that life is settling down after hurricane Michael I will be shifting more focus back to the Maxima!! So on my plate I’ve got timing chain rattle what’s some experiences / pricing from shops that have been quoted if anyone can help https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....a8cf864acc.jpg I did mine and i got the kit from ebay for a little over 200 bucks. https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....1281beed45.jpg |
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....a2e888fe2.jpeg Picked up some 19” G35 Rays wheels this weekend ! Has cracks and chips in powder coating so I will need to refinish them but I’ll test fit this week and see if I like the color |
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....173c81e2b.jpeg Anybody run this setup have advice on needing spacers, etc.?? |
Random update , working on the Rays have had them sandblasted and now I’m going through priming and sanding should have them on the car within a couple weeks. Will also replace rear wheel bearings at same time which I have already. Then onto coils then brakes
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You don't need spacers or anything for the Ray's to fit right. They're within oem spec bro. I was going with the same setup, but the deal fell thru. I opted for a set of 18" 350z Ray's instead. I'm refinishing mine right now. I scored a bonus set of 18" Lorenzos for $50 on the same day. Those have been refinished, but I still need to wet sand the lips. I might use them as my winters. I like what you're doing bro. Keep it going.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....22a2636dd1.jpg This is the bonus set. Unsure if I will use them or not. |
Originally Posted by Kone35
(Post 9202960)
You don't need spacers or anything for the Ray's to fit right. They're within oem spec bro. I was going with the same setup, but the deal fell thru. I opted for a set of 18" 350z Ray's instead. I'm refinishing mine right now. I scored a bonus set of 18" Lorenzos for $50 on the same day. Those have been refinished, but I still need to wet sand the lips. I might use them as my winters. I like what you're doing bro. Keep it going.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....22a2636dd1.jpg This is the bonus set. Unsure if I will use them or not. Nice man! Thanks for the reply , yea I tested fitted the wheels the other day and yeah if I do run spacers they will be maybe 10mm. Can’t wait to get them on the car though wait on new tires to come in. |
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https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....85d4d734f.jpeg Another quick project knocked out this weekend ! Loving them so far |
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Just realized I never posted an actual after pic of the wheels on the car ! Love the way they came out. Put Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 255/35/19 all the way around
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