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08-06-2005, 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by MyV6IsFaster
I think the z's now are tough to stear, could be smoother and easier...
08-06-2005, 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by mc350z
i think it will look fine. that how my C6 came 18/19 staggered, except it is running 285's in the rears 
08-06-2005, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Blue Komodo
Hey, congrats man. With those numbers, it only made sense. Anything that you really like about the '06 should be an easy retro-fit. The cost may be another matter, but there's always the after market. I always say, "Don't talk about it, be about it". So props on getting it done.
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08-06-2005, 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Blue Komodo
No. The bulb used in an actual projector housing is different from the bulbs used for reflector applications. In addition to this, actual projector lenses are much larger than the sudo projector lens on the current Z. What is current is an imatation of a projector set up, but not the real deal. The much larger bi-xenon housing will make far more effecient use of actual light. They will have a longer, wider, brighter and more true beam pattern, with a cleaner cut-off.
Also the current headlight should be referred to as different design projector headlight that is not bi xenon. The housing design will also have reflector inside of the housing to efficiently redirect the light off of the bulb.
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08-06-2005, 11:40 PM
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I think he means "pseudo" because it looks projector, but isn't a true projector... plus the fact that it IS pretty small. I don't think i've seen that small of a true projector on any car. Even the tl's is fairly small, but is double the diamter of the z's.
08-07-2005, 12:10 AM
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My definition, or how i interpret a true projector, is a light housing where all the light is sealed off and only escapes through the lens.
So i dont consider the z's a true projector as quite alot of light is output by the reflectors on the side, and the lens seems like it's maybe only used for a sharper cut-off, and for appearance.
Now the z's light isn't as "only-for-looks" as the new eclipse (they have a blue-tinted lens suspended by 3 little pins in front of a large reflector housing), but i still dont consider it an all-projector light.
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Attached a couple pics, one of Z's light, one of TL's. That's how i view true projector anyways. And also, the TL's cut-off line is much sharper than the Z's... everytime i drive it at night, i get jealous at how much better/tidier it's light output is.
So i dont consider the z's a true projector as quite alot of light is output by the reflectors on the side, and the lens seems like it's maybe only used for a sharper cut-off, and for appearance.
Now the z's light isn't as "only-for-looks" as the new eclipse (they have a blue-tinted lens suspended by 3 little pins in front of a large reflector housing), but i still dont consider it an all-projector light.
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Attached a couple pics, one of Z's light, one of TL's. That's how i view true projector anyways. And also, the TL's cut-off line is much sharper than the Z's... everytime i drive it at night, i get jealous at how much better/tidier it's light output is.
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08-07-2005, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by dkny_boi
My definition, or how i interpret a true projector, is a light housing where all the light is sealed off and only escapes through the lens.
So i dont consider the z's a true projector as quite alot of light is output by the reflectors on the side, and the lens seems like it's maybe only used for a sharper cut-off, and for appearance.
Now the z's light isn't as "only-for-looks" as the new eclipse (they have a blue-tinted lens suspended by 3 little pins in front of a large reflector housing), but i still dont consider it an all-projector light.
-edit-
Attached a couple pics, one of Z's light, one of TL's. That's how i view true projector anyways. And also, the TL's cut-off line is much sharper than the Z's... everytime i drive it at night, i get jealous at how much better/tidier it's light output is.
So i dont consider the z's a true projector as quite alot of light is output by the reflectors on the side, and the lens seems like it's maybe only used for a sharper cut-off, and for appearance.
Now the z's light isn't as "only-for-looks" as the new eclipse (they have a blue-tinted lens suspended by 3 little pins in front of a large reflector housing), but i still dont consider it an all-projector light.
-edit-
Attached a couple pics, one of Z's light, one of TL's. That's how i view true projector anyways. And also, the TL's cut-off line is much sharper than the Z's... everytime i drive it at night, i get jealous at how much better/tidier it's light output is.
08-07-2005, 07:24 AM
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Originally Posted by dkny_boi
My definition, or how i interpret a true projector, is a light housing where all the light is sealed off and only escapes through the lens.
So i dont consider the z's a true projector as quite alot of light is output by the reflectors on the side, and the lens seems like it's maybe only used for a sharper cut-off, and for appearance.
Now the z's light isn't as "only-for-looks" as the new eclipse (they have a blue-tinted lens suspended by 3 little pins in front of a large reflector housing), but i still dont consider it an all-projector light.
-edit-
Attached a couple pics, one of Z's light, one of TL's. That's how i view true projector anyways. And also, the TL's cut-off line is much sharper than the Z's... everytime i drive it at night, i get jealous at how much better/tidier it's light output is.
So i dont consider the z's a true projector as quite alot of light is output by the reflectors on the side, and the lens seems like it's maybe only used for a sharper cut-off, and for appearance.
Now the z's light isn't as "only-for-looks" as the new eclipse (they have a blue-tinted lens suspended by 3 little pins in front of a large reflector housing), but i still dont consider it an all-projector light.
-edit-
Attached a couple pics, one of Z's light, one of TL's. That's how i view true projector anyways. And also, the TL's cut-off line is much sharper than the Z's... everytime i drive it at night, i get jealous at how much better/tidier it's light output is.
You beat me to it. Nice work with the photo's and explanation. Your post clearly shows the difference between a reflector, and a projector.
08-07-2005, 11:25 AM
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Oh and jdg345... i don't really like the new eclipse at all, so i look at it as having the shape/lines of the 95-99 gen eclipses instead.
I liked the concept, but something went really wrong with the front end between then and now that it looks too pontiac. I compared concept photo next to production once, it almost looked like they took the driver side headlight, turned it 90 degrees or so to the left, and mounted it on the passenger side... that's wat i think of the shape and it ruined it for me.
08-08-2005, 12:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue Komodo
HID low beam, and HID high beam from the same projector lens. It's HAWTNESS if you're into stuff like that. Especially since the curent set up uses a reflector and not true projector.
08-08-2005, 12:26 AM
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Well that's the trick with bi-xenons. is that your light is actually already on high beam mode... there's just a piece inside that blocks the light so you project a low beam pattern. When you flash the highs or just turn them on, that block moves out of the way (very quickly, and on the TL, you can actually hear it moving in and out of place if your standing beside the headlight) to go into high beam pattern. I played with it on the TL for a few minutes the other night, flashing it on and off and it's very quick, just like a normal headlight.
08-12-2005, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Blue Komodo
The talk is late August, early Sept. I was told that some '06 Nissan's are already at the yard, but we're all trying to clear the 2005's and the rates haven't been released for '06.
Sorry, looks like production has been delayed. The cars are now expected later in the fall. I've noticed that others have been reposting this info. Does anyone have a photo of the Grand Touring Coupe
08-12-2005, 08:44 PM
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OK guy's, here's an update on Magnetic Black. I received a new paint sample today that's much clearer. It's a black base covered with a subtle oyster of pearl. The effect over the black is mostly a goldish, red effect. The red is pretty noticeable, yet subtle. Very cool effect.
08-12-2005, 09:41 PM
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there is a black like that on the wrx STI. in the direct sunlight it looks almost like a root beer gold. i think its a little much for the black purest. but like you said very cool
can you compare the silver alloy vs chrome silver? im guessing its probably paler like liquid aluminum was
can you compare the silver alloy vs chrome silver? im guessing its probably paler like liquid aluminum was
08-13-2005, 02:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue Komodo
Hey guy's,
Sorry, looks like production has been delayed. The cars are now expected later in the fall. I've noticed that others have been reposting this info. Does anyone have a photo of the Grand Touring Coupe
Sorry, looks like production has been delayed. The cars are now expected later in the fall. I've noticed that others have been reposting this info. Does anyone have a photo of the Grand Touring Coupe
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