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Old May 1, 2003 | 03:37 PM
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Here are a couple of shots of the Balsarini kit installed on my Super Black Z.

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Old May 1, 2003 | 03:38 PM
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Old May 1, 2003 | 04:14 PM
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Hi Victor,

I'll try to get some more up tomorrow. It will probably show up better in the sun.

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Old May 1, 2003 | 04:28 PM
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Question hey jeff...

looks like u didn't get the rear spoiler...
why not?
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Old May 1, 2003 | 04:36 PM
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Hey Hardy,

Just went for the front bumper for now. I never really liked spoilers much probably because they are over done and on a lot of cars. If I did do one, I would do the Balsarini because it is subtle. Maybe the Karminari.

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Old May 1, 2003 | 04:45 PM
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that looks great! What kind of rims are those?
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Old May 1, 2003 | 04:53 PM
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Thanks do you think the Nissan emblem should go back on? The wheels HRE 445r's

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Old May 1, 2003 | 06:16 PM
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Did you get the spoiler?
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Old May 1, 2003 | 06:18 PM
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No. Didn't order it.
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Old May 1, 2003 | 07:58 PM
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Looks great! I am wondering:

- Is the new front end any lower than stock?
- How is the fit and was it difficult installing it?
- Does it still have the "bars" going across the grill?
- Who did you order it from?
- Is there a "depression" for the emblem?

Thanks and additional photos would really be appreciated!
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Old May 2, 2003 | 03:44 AM
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Thanks.
-The front end is the same height from the ground as stock
-The nose of the car is a little longer.
-The fit was perfect without any problems unlike some other kits on this board. I was worried about this but am pleased.
-The grill is more of a mesh like the Street Scenes grill. I will take better pictures and post them. I was thinking of doing it in aluminum instead of black?
-I ordered it from www.vividracing.com. Talk to Mike, he is a real good guy.
-No depression for the emblem but my body guy said it would be no problem putting the emblem back on if I wanted it. He said it would look just like the back emblem which doesn't have a depression.

I am debating whether to put the emblem back on or not. Anyone here have any opinion?

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Old May 2, 2003 | 04:28 AM
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I am debating whether to put the emblem back on or not. Anyone here have any opinion?
I vote no.

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No. Didn't order it.
Booo! I really want to see better shots of that spoiler. I'm seriously considering one. Don't think I want the nose (already got 3m'd on mine), but I might do a small spoiler like that one.
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Old May 2, 2003 | 04:31 AM
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I think a z emblem like those on the side of the car would look sweet on the front.
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Thanks for the response to my questions. I am still debating about the emblem. I tried looking at other Zs with the emblem removed but could only find one (my search was brief as I have a stupid job I have to go to...), which had the Nismo front end installed. I'm sure there are more. [hint] It would help if someone could photoshop the "Z" emblem on to the front [/hint].

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How long did it take to get it? I am going to get one soon. Also, how was the fit on it? Any complaints?
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Old May 5, 2003 | 08:23 PM
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Oops, missed that the fit was perfect.

Did the mesh come with the bumper?
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Old May 6, 2003 | 05:07 AM
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khacken2,

It took about 5 weeks to get. The mesh came with the bumper and is painted a glossy black from the factory. I am thinking about re-painting mine to match the silver on our door handles. The black mesh seems to get lost on the black car.

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Old May 6, 2003 | 05:22 AM
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Jeff, any luck in getting a couple of additional pictures of the grill/front? Thanks!
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Old May 6, 2003 | 05:54 AM
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It's been raining here. If it clears today I will post some more pics.

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Old May 6, 2003 | 08:35 AM
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Here are some more pics of the grill in better light.

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