Project: Nismo roadster
02-19-2015, 11:36 AM
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Nicely done--I thought I would give you my opinion over here about the Nismo badge versus the Nismo forum. If you want to do it, that's cool it's your car so don't listen to the haters.
However, looking at your pics I can't help but think this would look really clean shaved--I know that goes against your Nismo theme but that could look really slick. As noted the V1 wing doesn't look quite right with the Nismo bumper because of the size--kinda like a girl with a dimensions of 30/26/48. Lastly, I really like the staggered Nismo wheels--yes I know they're expensive but if memory serves didn't the 07/08 Grand Touring have similar staggered wheels--different color and missing some dimples? If so those might be a bit cheaper.
All in all great job.
However, looking at your pics I can't help but think this would look really clean shaved--I know that goes against your Nismo theme but that could look really slick. As noted the V1 wing doesn't look quite right with the Nismo bumper because of the size--kinda like a girl with a dimensions of 30/26/48. Lastly, I really like the staggered Nismo wheels--yes I know they're expensive but if memory serves didn't the 07/08 Grand Touring have similar staggered wheels--different color and missing some dimples? If so those might be a bit cheaper.
All in all great job.
02-19-2015, 05:51 PM
#125
Nicely done--I thought I would give you my opinion over here about the Nismo badge versus the Nismo forum. If you want to do it, that's cool it's your car so don't listen to the haters.
However, looking at your pics I can't help but think this would look really clean shaved--I know that goes against your Nismo theme but that could look really slick. As noted the V1 wing doesn't look quite right with the Nismo bumper because of the size--kinda like a girl with a dimensions of 30/26/48. Lastly, I really like the staggered Nismo wheels--yes I know they're expensive but if memory serves didn't the 07/08 Grand Touring have similar staggered wheels--different color and missing some dimples? If so those might be a bit cheaper.
All in all great job.
However, looking at your pics I can't help but think this would look really clean shaved--I know that goes against your Nismo theme but that could look really slick. As noted the V1 wing doesn't look quite right with the Nismo bumper because of the size--kinda like a girl with a dimensions of 30/26/48. Lastly, I really like the staggered Nismo wheels--yes I know they're expensive but if memory serves didn't the 07/08 Grand Touring have similar staggered wheels--different color and missing some dimples? If so those might be a bit cheaper.
All in all great job.
02-19-2015, 05:55 PM
#126
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Good thread, Deus.
02-20-2015, 12:16 PM
#127
Thank you for the kind words. I'm considering the V 2 spoiler since the v3 spoiler is very large and would render the topless car out of balance I believe. Any other suggestions on spoiler? Keep in mind not all spoiler will fit the rear because I have a trunk and the coupe has a hatchback
I've seen an EVO-R Blitz on a convertible a while ago on a car from the UK. Looked great!
But an amuse superleggera would look good too. I'd be really interested to see the type 3 on your car
02-20-2015, 12:35 PM
#128
Im seriously considering the V3 spoiler now since I have secretly loved that wing but just wasnt sure it would look good. I found a used black OEM V3 wing for $1700 (yikes!!!) although a new one is about $3000 (!!!!). Replicas can be had for about $400-700.
I would do my own work most likely, in order to get the spoiler to fit.
I found some OEM Nismo frame dampers (dampeners) made by Autech and they should be here in a week or so.
I would do my own work most likely, in order to get the spoiler to fit.
I found some OEM Nismo frame dampers (dampeners) made by Autech and they should be here in a week or so.
Last edited by DeusExMaxima; 02-20-2015 at 12:37 PM.
02-21-2015, 01:38 AM
#130
Im seriously considering the V3 spoiler now since I have secretly loved that wing but just wasnt sure it would look good. I found a used black OEM V3 wing for $1700 (yikes!!!) although a new one is about $3000 (!!!!). Replicas can be had for about $400-700.
I would do my own work most likely, in order to get the spoiler to fit.
I found some OEM Nismo frame dampers (dampeners) made by Autech and they should be here in a week or so.
I would do my own work most likely, in order to get the spoiler to fit.
I found some OEM Nismo frame dampers (dampeners) made by Autech and they should be here in a week or so.
02-22-2015, 03:50 PM
#132
The APR wing is too aggressive for my taste. My understanding is that the Nismo Z wing combined with the body kit is a functional aero kit. Id love to find an OEM wing for a good price but the only used one I can find is $1700 and its across the country. Im probably going to be getting a replica V3 wing.
02-22-2015, 04:24 PM
#133
The problem I see with any wing designed for the hatch is the mounting angle. The convertible's trunk lid doesn't have the same angle as the hatch so the hatch wings slope down when mounted on the convertible.
You need a way to get the wing to sit at the right angle, be secure, and not look like it's rigged up.
You need a way to get the wing to sit at the right angle, be secure, and not look like it's rigged up.
02-23-2015, 08:36 AM
#136
The problem I see with any wing designed for the hatch is the mounting angle. The convertible's trunk lid doesn't have the same angle as the hatch so the hatch wings slope down when mounted on the convertible.
You need a way to get the wing to sit at the right angle, be secure, and not look like it's rigged up.
You need a way to get the wing to sit at the right angle, be secure, and not look like it's rigged up.
02-23-2015, 11:37 AM
#138
As for aero, I think that wing would probably just reduce lift. I don't think it would truly add downforce. Although, it would behave differently on the convertible... Not sure what it would do on a roadster
02-23-2015, 11:59 AM
#139
Yeah I actually think it would work, especially with the long nose. I think it would be better than the v1.
As for aero, I think that wing would probably just reduce lift. I don't think it would truly add downforce. Although, it would behave differently on the convertible... Not sure what it would do on a roadster
As for aero, I think that wing would probably just reduce lift. I don't think it would truly add downforce. Although, it would behave differently on the convertible... Not sure what it would do on a roadster
Here it is with rest of Nismo body kit:
Last edited by DeusExMaxima; 02-23-2015 at 03:23 PM.
02-23-2015, 05:41 PM
#140
Nismo V3 on roadster
I have been debating whether or not to leave my Nismo V1 rear spoiler on my roadster or change to a V3 which would match my OEM Nismo V3 body kit. Since I cant find any roadsters with a V3 spoiler, I had to use MSPaint to graft it on to see what it would look like.
This isnt my car, but looks very much like it.
This isnt my car, but looks very much like it.
Last edited by DeusExMaxima; 02-23-2015 at 05:43 PM.
