07 Sedan Pics with Aftermarket Wheels and Tires
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Originally Posted by caveman666
Ok, wheels showed up yesterday, still early weather wise here but had to see them on. Drove around a little, took some pics. looks sharp in my opinion as is , but I will still lower it soon and it will look even better I think. I like how the paint in between is a pretty darn close match to the car. Whatd'ya guys think of my choice?
They look great and match well to!
Originally Posted by EWG35
terrycs, I see you have Eibachs, which is what I planned to install. Sorry if this is a bit of topic, but it seems most who are installing wheels are also considering lowering as well. Since you went right to the source what do the rest of us need to know when having them installed by a less knowledgeable shop? Obviously Eibach is going to know there springs better then others will. Is there a bushing that can be adjusted to change the height slightly to get the prefect look or do the springs just drop in and you’re done?
How did you pull off “no charge” from Eibach? Good salesmanship!
The highlights are they look great, they’re probably a bit more rigid (that's both good and bad) and it will corner better. What would you say are the drawbacks you’ve experienced so far if any? I put 245 tires up front and I must say the steering feels a little heavier. It's not bad and it's something I've gotten used to. It's more noticeable when you drive on a road that has a groove. It seems that a tighter grip is needed at times. Obviously every mod from stock will make the car better or worse, that's why I'm curious.
Any word on a camber kit yet?
How did you pull off “no charge” from Eibach? Good salesmanship!
The highlights are they look great, they’re probably a bit more rigid (that's both good and bad) and it will corner better. What would you say are the drawbacks you’ve experienced so far if any? I put 245 tires up front and I must say the steering feels a little heavier. It's not bad and it's something I've gotten used to. It's more noticeable when you drive on a road that has a groove. It seems that a tighter grip is needed at times. Obviously every mod from stock will make the car better or worse, that's why I'm curious.
Any word on a camber kit yet?
I couldn't watch the technician while he worked. Because of liability issues, I had to leave the immediate work area. I don't think there are any tricks to removing and installing the springs, but there are plenty of others here that are more knowledgeable than I am to confirm this.
There are rubber bushings on the springs, but they are not meant to adjust the ride height. If designed right, the springs will do the job. You can always look into adjustable coil-overs like a lot of 350Z and coupe owners have done. I can't say if there will be fit or clearance issues, but you would get infinite adjustability.
The no charge thing was their bone to me for allowing them the use of my car. I called them and since I lived close by, I was literally in the right place at the right time. They do this for all their R&D cars.
The only draw back is obviously ground clearance. The sedan is normally higher than the Z or coupe by design. Now that the sedan is lowered to coupe height the draw back to me is not that big an issue. I've also had two other lowered cars in the past, so I may be biased.
As for the camber kit, they are working on it and are aware of the demand so as soon as I get them in, you guys will know about it.
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Originally Posted by terrycs
If you can't do it yourself, it's always better to take it some place that is familiar with the G35 suspension and some place you can trust. Get recommendations from the forum for shops in your area.
I couldn't watch the technician while he worked. Because of liability issues, I had to leave the immediate work area. I don't think there are any tricks to removing and installing the springs, but there are plenty of others here that are more knowledgeable than I am to confirm this.
There are rubber bushings on the springs, but they are not meant to adjust the ride height. If designed right, the springs will do the job. You can always look into adjustable coil-overs like a lot of 350Z and coupe owners have done. I can't say if there will be fit or clearance issues, but you would get infinite adjustability.
The no charge thing was their bone to me for allowing them the use of my car. I called them and since I lived close by, I was literally in the right place at the right time. They do this for all their R&D cars.
The only draw back is obviously ground clearance. The sedan is normally higher than the Z or coupe by design. Now that the sedan is lowered to coupe height the draw back to me is not that big an issue. I've also had two other lowered cars in the past, so I may be biased.
As for the camber kit, they are working on it and are aware of the demand so as soon as I get them in, you guys will know about it.
I couldn't watch the technician while he worked. Because of liability issues, I had to leave the immediate work area. I don't think there are any tricks to removing and installing the springs, but there are plenty of others here that are more knowledgeable than I am to confirm this.
There are rubber bushings on the springs, but they are not meant to adjust the ride height. If designed right, the springs will do the job. You can always look into adjustable coil-overs like a lot of 350Z and coupe owners have done. I can't say if there will be fit or clearance issues, but you would get infinite adjustability.
The no charge thing was their bone to me for allowing them the use of my car. I called them and since I lived close by, I was literally in the right place at the right time. They do this for all their R&D cars.
The only draw back is obviously ground clearance. The sedan is normally higher than the Z or coupe by design. Now that the sedan is lowered to coupe height the draw back to me is not that big an issue. I've also had two other lowered cars in the past, so I may be biased.
As for the camber kit, they are working on it and are aware of the demand so as soon as I get them in, you guys will know about it.
Hikos_G: This is what's freaking me out. I realize you have an S and the front bumper is completely different. Look at the difference compared to my photo not lowered. No, that is not a miniature coke. That looks like a 3.5 inch difference compared to your shot.
Thanks for the referrence photo. It's very helpful.
..I need to wash my garage floor
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Caveman- Thats looks good. I wouldnt have picked those wheels seeing them for our cars, but it looks really good! Good vision in picking those out! Gotta love you guys putting wheels and lowering the Xs!
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Originally Posted by hokiesean24
Caveman- Thats looks good. I wouldnt have picked those wheels seeing them for our cars, but it looks really good! Good vision in picking those out! Gotta love you guys putting wheels and lowering the Xs!
I just wanted something that leaned more toward classy over sporty. It is good to see all the different choices on here.
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Originally Posted by caveman666
Thanks for the comments guys. Well,....I'm not sure about the photoshop comment......hmmm. I just wanted something that leaned more toward classy over sporty. It is good to see all the different choices on here.
I just wanted something that leaned more toward classy over sporty. It is good to see all the different choices on here.
Originally Posted by caveman666
Thanks for the comments guys. Well,....I'm not sure about the photoshop comment......hmmm. I just wanted something that leaned more toward classy over sporty. It is good to see all the different choices on here.
I just wanted something that leaned more toward classy over sporty. It is good to see all the different choices on here.
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Originally Posted by terrycs
Sorry ... clarification ... I thought someone would lower the car for you in photoshop.
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Originally Posted by caveman666
Ahhh, I see. That would be cool actually. I would like to see that but lack the photoshop skills required.
Originally Posted by EWG35
I don't have photo shop either, (I have paint shop and have not mastered) but the po'man Photoshop is Microsoft Paint. Simply copy the photo and paste it into a new screen in MS Paint. Just about everyone has paint. You can use the from form select tool "the star shape" and select and area then simply click then drag it up to create the same effect, on the cheap. Check it.
Originally Posted by caveman666
I like the shopped pic. I need to hurry and decide which way to go with lowering. Thanks for the comments guys. Makes it worth every penny.LOL.