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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 11:22 PM
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Default Difference between JDM nismo body kit and USDM

i've noticed that there are some say lip, and some say front bumper! some say different look in side skirts!
anyone could help putting pics of each kit?

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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 11:50 PM
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Originally Posted by mc350z
here is a pic of just the lip
thanks dude for your quick reply!!
but i only can see your ride! no pic of just the lip!
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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 11:51 PM
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JDM nismo = full bumper
USDM nismo = front lip

that's the different..
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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 11:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Volk350Z
JDM nismo = full bumper
USDM nismo = front lip

that's the different..
but does both lips look the same?
how about the sides?
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 12:00 AM
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thank you guys...
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 12:06 AM
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As for the spoiler, IIRC, JDM one has a wider base and when installed correctly, its edges touch the hatch. The wide base is the reason why those with OEM spoiler often use the JDM Nismo spoiler when adding a bodykit, as the base covers the OEM's mounting holes.
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 12:18 AM
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i'll say what's in my mind and you guys tell me what do you think.
i'm not into performance...
so far i got Fuji Legalis R exhaust and Y pipe, HKS replacement filter.

i'm thinking of:
1- nismo USDM front lip only
2- nismo JDM side
3- nismo US or JDM rear
4- VOLK GT-7 19" wheels, 8.5"F, 9.5" rear
5- Eibach 1.2" drop..

would this work?
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 12:19 AM
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mc, you're absolutely right. I discovered just three days ago that JDM v1 spoiler is nowhere to be found. Even japanparts.com doesn't have it (I was 100% positive they will). Above all, when Google is unable to point to ANY site selling it, that's definitely not good. As Performance's site is down, I can't see if they have it, but I doubt they do.

I am now having to look into getting USDM version and getting the holes filled...something I did NOT want to have to do.
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 12:25 AM
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Yes, they don't even have a listing for it.

EDIT: I just rechecked. They only have it listed for sale with the entire kit, not separately like they have the sides, lip, and rears.

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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 12:47 AM
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Thanks much. I will give that a try.
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 01:01 AM
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Originally Posted by mc350z
pics of side skirts

mine JDM







USDM


the rear under spoiler is different on the JDM vs USDM as well. The USDM rear under spoiler is more rounded and overall a larger piece (both pictures above). The JDM piece, in keeping with the skirts, is more subtle and has a flat edge where the wheel arch is. It also doesnt extend as high up the bumper

Ive got my JDM V1 bumper and skirts to fit now (had to wait 3 weeks for manufacture in Japan), and just deciding whether to fit the JDM rear under spoiler as well.

Also worth noting, all the JDM Nismo parts are FRP. The USDM parts are urethane

JDM skirts + rear


USDM skirts + rear

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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 02:39 AM
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fair enough, everyone has their preference. I only began noticing the difference recently when looking at rear add-ons

i chose the V1 bumper over the V2 because its more subtle, especially on black. And it's that reason i originally ordered skirts and bumper only, the rear under spoiler is only starting to grow on me now. But id go the JDM so it flows with the skirts and front bumper. It's either those or Ganador mirrors

btw i dont understand why the V2 bumper is so expensive/rare in the US. My importer quoted me AUD $1180 shipped on the V2, only $50 more expensive than the V1, and the same 3 week wait to be manufactured in Japan
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Originally Posted by Spy Guy
i'll say what's in my mind and you guys tell me what do you think.
i'm not into performance...
so far i got Fuji Legalis R exhaust and Y pipe, HKS replacement filter.

i'm thinking of:
1- nismo USDM front lip only
2- nismo JDM side
3- nismo US or JDM rear
4- VOLK GT-7 19" wheels, 8.5"F, 9.5" rear
5- Eibach 1.2" drop..

would this work?
but no one answered the above!! how the car will look??
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