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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 03:59 PM
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Man just got rid of the stock tires and put on Michelin pilot sport as3+ and wow what a dramatic difference ! Cheap at Costco right now.. with the discount 173 a tire with the 1 cent installs.
Which Michelin-Pilot Sport A/S 3+s did you get?
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 04:11 PM
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Which Michelin-Pilot Sport A/S 3+s did you get?
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 06:43 PM
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Dipping

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Finally got my max here are some pics of the hydro dipping that was done. More to come soon
Where did you get your hydro dipping done at?
Old Jan 12, 2018 | 12:18 AM
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I got my hydro dipping done at RPM performance in Burlington Washington. They are a local outfit by the dealership I purchased my car at
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 11:40 AM
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Just installed the diffuser. My second mod and slowly more to come (first mod I wrapped the roof guards black). I’m only 20 in college and paying it myself so money is always tight �� my diffuser is not completely flush where the 3M tape is at the corners under the tail light near motion sensors have very small gaps. Did this happen to anyone else? I’m almost certain I lined it up correctly






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Old Jan 15, 2018 | 05:35 PM
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Just installed the diffuser. My second mod and slowly more to come (first mod I wrapped the roof guards black). I’m only 20 in college and paying it myself so money is always tight �� my diffuser is not completely flush where the 3M tape is at the corners under the tail light near motion sensors have very small gaps. Did this happen to anyone else? I’m almost certain I lined it up correctly





Is that Stillen or ikon?
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 06:07 PM
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Is that Stillen or ikon?
Stillen. I fixed it its like 99% good now. I used a blowdryer and heated the bumper/diffuser while applying more pressure so it would adhere better
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 06:58 PM
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Stillen. I fixed it its like 99% good now. I used a blowdryer and heated the bumper/diffuser while applying more pressure so it would adhere better
Looks good man!!! dumped too much money on the stillen exhaust and intake, gotta wait til i get can get the cosmetic stuff
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 07:03 PM
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Looks good man!!! dumped too much money on the stillen exhaust and intake, gotta wait til i get can get the cosmetic stuff
Thanks man! I'm more of a cosmetic guy so I like to make it look nice before performance mods next up is to slightly tint headlights/taillights, then front lip, wheels, then intake/exhaust. Might go for an intake earlier though
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 07:07 PM
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Thanks man! I'm more of a cosmetic guy so I like to make it look nice before performance mods next up is to slightly tint headlights/taillights, then front lip, wheels, then intake/exhaust. Might go for an intake earlier though
Keep an eye out for a used stillen intake if you want to save money, got mine off ebay for 80$ barely used, didnt even have to clean the filter.
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 07:12 PM
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Keep an eye out for a used stillen intake if you want to save money, got mine off ebay for 80$ barely used, didnt even have to clean the filter.
Thanks for the heads up man! Will definitely look out for that to save big time $$$
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 07:38 PM
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Looks good man!!! dumped too much money on the stillen exhaust and intake, gotta wait til i get can get the cosmetic stuff
How do u like ur intake and exhaust. I have them but haven't had time to install. I also got the rear sway bar as well. How many miles did u have on ur car before installing the intake and exhaust?
Old Jan 15, 2018 | 10:42 PM
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How do u like ur intake and exhaust. I have them but haven't had time to install. I also got the rear sway bar as well. How many miles did u have on ur car before installing the intake and exhaust?
The stillen intake/exhaust combo sounds amazing together, I kept it with the stock resonator for 3 weeks and wanted it a little louder so i ended up changing to a 12" resonator. I'm happy with it now, I put it on very late.. my car had 33k miles when i installed it, would of done it way earlier if i knew how simple it was. I posted a video clip of the sound in this thread. hard to hear unless you have speakers or headphones. it's a deep sound. also an intake sound video on there too. you will notice a dramatic difference in sound once installed for sure, im sure you wont be disappointed

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Old Jan 22, 2018 | 08:37 PM
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Old Jan 23, 2018 | 04:07 PM
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Old Jan 27, 2018 | 02:10 PM
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Any of you guys that are using the front splitter have any problems with it coming off yet? Im looking to install mine soon, wondering if people did anything extra to make sure it stays put? ie: nuts more tape etc


curious.. not worried about the rear diffuser coming off.

i took the chance and ordered the ikon diffuser and front splitter.. i know there are mixed reviews but I'm going to try it out..some people say its great, hmm I can't justify the stillen price right now. if it looks like junk or fitment is bad i'll be sure you tell you guys

Stillen: $823 shipped for both
ikon: $297 shipped for both..

we will see...

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Old Jan 27, 2018 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by punkfs
Any of you guys that are using the front splitter have any problems with it coming off yet? Im looking to install mine soon, wondering if people did anything extra to make sure it stays put? ie: nuts more tape etc


curious.. not worried about the rear diffuser coming off.

i took the chance and ordered the ikon diffuser and front splitter.. i know there are mixed reviews but I'm going to try it out..some people say its great, hmm I can't justify the stillen price right now. if it looks like junk or fitment is bad i'll be sure you tell you guys

Stillen: $823 shipped for both
ikon: $297 shipped for both..

we will see...
This was a big issue for me too but let me know how the front lip fits because if its good then i might just do that instead! Will stay posted
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 04:57 AM
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Splitter install

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This was a big issue for me too but let me know how the front lip fits because if its good then i might just do that instead! Will stay posted
with something that requires glue and tape, I would take it to have professionally installed. Make them use more screws in the areas that usually detach. Just my 2 cents, take it for what its worth.
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 04:13 PM
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with something that requires glue and tape, I would take it to have professionally installed. Make them use more screws in the areas that usually detach. Just my 2 cents, take it for what its worth.
yeah most people do it themselves, i considered having it professionally installed so i have no issues, assuming they know what they are doing.. not even sure how to go about looking for a shop that would do that though
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 07:47 PM
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Resonator delete, quad exhaust tips, 20% tint.

Old Jan 28, 2018 | 07:48 PM
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Resonator delete, quad exhaust tips, 20% tint.
looks sick man, how do you like the resonator delete? I went with a tiny 12" resonator instead of a full delete. would of been way cheaper to just delete it but i was worried the drone would be too much
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 08:05 PM
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looks sick man, how do you like the resonator delete? I went with a tiny 12" resonator instead of a full delete. would of been way cheaper to just delete it but i was worried the drone would be too much
I like it. It sounds nice when I start the car and it's definitely the sound i wanted. As far as drone I don't hear it city driving and on the highway I can hear it a little bit only if the radio is off
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 08:48 PM
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I like it. It sounds nice when I start the car and it's definitely the sound i wanted. As far as drone I don't hear it city driving and on the highway I can hear it a little bit only if the radio is off
Do you have a video of the sound and revs?
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 09:09 PM
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Do you have a video of the sound and revs?
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb_...GlcqjbeyoHhB2g
Old Jan 28, 2018 | 09:17 PM
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Resonator delete, quad exhaust tips, 20% tint.

Where did u find the quad tips?
Old Jan 29, 2018 | 07:13 AM
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Where did u find the quad tips?
found em on eBay by searching for "4.0 quad exhaust tips" the inlet size on the tips I got are 2.5" with each tip outlet at 4".
Old Jan 30, 2018 | 01:27 PM
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Having the roof wrapped gloss black!

Old Jan 31, 2018 | 07:49 AM
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roof wrap came out nice. $250

Old Feb 2, 2018 | 09:08 PM
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Well my ikon diffuser and lip came in today... looks okay... test fitment seems alright. Need to decide if i want to try install it myself or look for a bodyshop.. hmm


Old Feb 3, 2018 | 07:17 AM
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Complete LED Changeout

Just got my maxima a month ago now and excited. Changed the front blinkers, Fog LEDs, back blinkers and brake light LEDs, backup light LED, and all interior LEDs.

Tip: If you are going to change the front blinkers and the fog lights, do them at the same time because you will have to remove the front bumper for the turn signals and have access to the fog lights. If you change the fog lights only, go from underneath. Don't do the wheel well access that you see on youtube.

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After LED replacement. Left rear blinker LED, brake light also changed.
Old Feb 4, 2018 | 05:15 AM
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Just got my maxima a month ago now and excited. Changed the front blinkers, Fog LEDs, back blinkers and brake light LEDs, backup light LED, and all interior LEDs.

Tip: If you are going to change the front blinkers and the fog lights, do them at the same time because you will have to remove the front bumper for the turn signals and have access to the fog lights. If you change the fog lights only, go from underneath. Don't do the wheel well access that you see on youtube.
Looks good! I’m assuming you had to use the resistors only on the turn signals? Did you go with a switchback for the front? I’ve been curious if that would work since it’s not always on.
Old Feb 4, 2018 | 05:34 AM
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Looks good! I’m assuming you had to use the resistors only on the turn signals? Did you go with a switchback for the front? I’ve been curious if that would work since it’s not always on.
I did not use any resistors on the car. These anti hyperlink LED bulbs by iJDMTOY work as advertised:
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I'm not a fan of the switch back mod, and I did not want to open the headlight housing to install that mod either. The LED's are very bright anyway.
Old Feb 4, 2018 | 05:55 AM
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I did not use any resistors on the car. These anti hyperlink LED bulbs by iJDMTOY work as advertised: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not a fan of the switch back mod, and I did not want to open the headlight housing to install that mod either. The LED's are very bright anyway.
Good to know - thanks for the link and your input. If these really work without a resistor then it’s the way to go. I didn’t mean the DRL switchback mod from DD. I was just curious because I have seen actual LED turn signal bulbs that supposedly do the same thing.
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by punkfs
Well my ikon diffuser and lip came in today... looks okay... test fitment seems alright. Need to decide if i want to try install it myself or look for a bodyshop.. hmm


Did you ever get it installed? Hows the fitment?
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great thread !!! keep the mods coming !!
Old Feb 9, 2018 | 07:37 AM
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Ok, not really "mods", but I recently got the cup holder lights that say Nissan. Ordered them off Amazon for $20, took about 4 weeks to arrive from China, but they look great for the price.

Also just got the back seat Weathertech mat. Was originally planning on getting Weathertech mats, but the dealer threw in the Maxima rubber mats so I didn't bother. Finding the back seat carpet taking a beating this year (doesn't seem to be good quality) with my kids getting in and out with all the snow, wet sludge, and such. Love how it covers pretty much everything. Nice piece of mind.
Old Feb 11, 2018 | 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by SpecialOpZ
I did not use any resistors on the car. These anti hyperlink LED bulbs by iJDMTOY work as advertised: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not a fan of the switch back mod, and I did not want to open the headlight housing to install that mod either. The LED's are very bright anyway.
I ordered a pair, coming next week. What was the easiest way to access the bulbs? Looks like you can't get it from the top, and wheel well seems like it may be too far to reach. Did you drop the bumper or unscrew the headlight assembly.? thanks!
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I ordered a pair, coming next week. What was the easiest way to access the bulbs? Looks like you can't get it from the top, and wheel well seems like it may be too far to reach. Did you drop the bumper or unscrew the headlight assembly.? thanks!
I also ordered. I found this video on how to do it: link below. Definitely not going to be a “quick” swap. It’s amazing how un-user friendly it is to maintain these cars. Need to remove the bumper and the headlight to change a turn signal bulb...

https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/2...n_signal_front
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I also ordered. I found this video on how to do it: link below. Definitely not going to be a “quick” swap. It’s amazing how un-user friendly it is to maintain these cars. Need to remove the bumper and the headlight to change a turn signal bulb...

https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/2...n_signal_front
wonderful, how fun..



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