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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 03:55 PM
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Congrats on your new, to you, ZR.
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 03:58 PM
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just wait till summer and everyone is drooling over your car as you pass them by. You should check out our z club in Nebraska

www.zcarsofnebraska.com
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 06:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Phreakdout
There are a lot of members on here. You just have to ignore those that spend all their time ripping on people's rides just because it doesn't blend in with $4000 carbon fiber kits, twin turbos and high dollar Volk wheels.

Not everyone is like that. Some just need to learn a little manners and courtesy.

So welcome Spectatorbassguy and skingy! (BTW skingy, look for Michigan hook ups. We've got a great crew here. One of the first meets is in May at Dick Scott Nissan in Canton. Hope to see ya there.)
ok, cool. thanks phreak. there seems to be a wealth of knowledge here, and it's great that there are others that just primarily share the passion, regardless of the mods.

i'll join the crew in may... looking forward to it.
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 06:19 AM
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Congrats on your new ZR! You should really get rid of those wheels. They look like Mercedes/Lexus knock offs and are not sporty at all (you own a sports car now, get some sporty wheels)
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 09:36 AM
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Anyone know what brand the wheels are?
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:02 PM
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Dude. The brand is right there on the center cap.......

TIS

The model is 03

And just in case you haven't figured it out, they are 20's



Because you know, dat center cap be lettin' every foo know how strong you be rollin son. fo really son

They belong on something like this



That just the hard truth. You wouldn't put snow tires on your McLaren F1 would you? No.

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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:08 PM
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Please take off those horrendous wheels, lambo doors, and grill.
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:10 PM
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John,

I have been where you are. Chrome wheels and vertical doors.

The struts on the doors will eventually loose their charge, and the doors will not shut properly. Also, I would bet money that if you were to look at all your door, fender, and hood gaps . . . that they are not all even.

The chrome wheels are flashy, but you will discover that the majority of Nissan Z owners frown upon them. They prefer forged aluminum Volks or Rays that'll set you back a lot of money.

It is your opinion/taste that matters the most though. I can hear your exitement in your words.

Congratulations !
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:14 PM
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u shouldnt have boguth from european motors.. i was going ot buy a s4 or a sti from there b4 i bought my z and those dudes cars fall apart... from what i hear i live in san diego and like 4 miles from this dealer... nice ride tho
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by JCat
The chrome wheels are flashy, but you will discover that the majority of Nissan Z owners frown upon them. They prefer forged aluminum Volks or Rays that'll set you back a lot of money.



Congratulations !

No, we just prefer wheels that weren't designed for a freaking truck or dodge magnum.
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 07rdsterGT
No, we just prefer wheels that weren't designed for a freaking truck or dodge magnum.
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:29 PM
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Or a 300c....lol
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by 07rdsterGT
Dude. The brand is right there on the center cap.......

TIS

The model is 03

And just in case you haven't figured it out, they are 20's



Because you know, dat center cap be lettin' every foo know how strong you be rollin son. fo really son

They belong on something like this



That just the hard truth. You wouldn't put snow tires on your McLaren F1 would you? No.
Thanks for the info man. Not really wanting to win any shows or the approval of y'all forum members, just wanted to know what they were. My Z is definitely turning heads in our little podunk town of 4500 people. First thing people mention is how awesome the wheels look! HaHa! (BTW I owned an H2 for 5 years and that turned heads too - STOCK!)

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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 01:29 PM
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07rdsterGT posing with his choice of wheels.....

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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 04:43 PM
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hes not gonna get rid of the wheels, it was probably one of the reason why he bought the car.
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Old Feb 10, 2009 | 03:38 AM
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Originally Posted by skingy
07rdsterGT posing with his choice of wheels.....

Thats not me. You can tell because the lack of BLING.
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Old Feb 10, 2009 | 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by JCat
It is your opinion/taste that matters the most though.
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Congratulations...
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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 08:32 AM
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On the bright side, you might be able to sell those wheels for enough to pay for a new set. Not saying you HAVE to, but they do make the car look cheaper in my opinion. But, like people have said, it's your opinion that counts.
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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Flick Montana
On the bright side, you might be able to sell those wheels for enough to pay for a new set. Not saying you HAVE to, but they do make the car look cheaper in my opinion. But, like people have said, it's your opinion that counts.
^^^Good Point^^^

I think you will find the acceleration and handling better with slightly smaller wheels.

The doors will probably end up giving you more problems than they are worth in the long run and I think the vertical door fad has just about ran its course outside the ricer crowd.



All that being said, just enjoy your car. After all its your car, you're the one driving it and you're the one paying for it. If you like it the way it is, don't listen to a word that I or anyone else on here has said.
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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 09:21 AM
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That thing is horrendous Lose the wheels, grill, and vertical doors and it will be great.

Originally Posted by spectorbassguy
My Z is definitely turning heads in our little podunk town of 4500 people. First thing people mention is how awesome the wheels look! HaHa! (BTW I owned an H2 for 5 years and that turned heads too - STOCK!)
That's because obviously none of them know anything about cars.

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