Veilside V1 versus Aerosync
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Veilside V1 versus Aerosync
I can't find any direct comparison's on here, so does anyone know which one of these options sits lower with all other things being equal: OEM front bumper cover with Veilside Version 1 lip, or Aerosync full front bumper cover?
I got to work this morning after taking the Z to the local Nissan dealer for oil consumption test, and when I got to work I noticed this on the front passenger side:
You guessed it, that's a very large piece missing from my authentic Veilside V1 frp front lip. So now I am waiting for the service manager to call me back and I guess we'll see where it goes from there. The dealership has angled head-in parking, and I think the tech pulled in way too far when he parked it and hit the curb. Being that it is only high 20's out today, the lip was probably brittle as could be and cracked off no problem.
So anyway, I'm considering going with the Aerosync to replace this, but ground clearance is an issue. Thanks in advance for any advice.
I got to work this morning after taking the Z to the local Nissan dealer for oil consumption test, and when I got to work I noticed this on the front passenger side:
You guessed it, that's a very large piece missing from my authentic Veilside V1 frp front lip. So now I am waiting for the service manager to call me back and I guess we'll see where it goes from there. The dealership has angled head-in parking, and I think the tech pulled in way too far when he parked it and hit the curb. Being that it is only high 20's out today, the lip was probably brittle as could be and cracked off no problem.
So anyway, I'm considering going with the Aerosync to replace this, but ground clearance is an issue. Thanks in advance for any advice.
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This may or may not help, but I have the aerosync bumper and I can tell you that it will not crack off like that. In really cold weather if you hit something it may crack the paint, but it will not hurt the actual urethane bumper.
I have smacked auto-x cones in 30 degree weather moving at around 45mph and yes it did crack my paint, but the bumper didnt budge. I have also scraped numerous times coming in and out of steep drives and yeah, UNDER the lip there are scratches, but no rips, cracks, or anything else on the actual urethane bumper.
Ride height I couldnt tell you because I have never had my car at stock height since the aerosync.
I have smacked auto-x cones in 30 degree weather moving at around 45mph and yes it did crack my paint, but the bumper didnt budge. I have also scraped numerous times coming in and out of steep drives and yeah, UNDER the lip there are scratches, but no rips, cracks, or anything else on the actual urethane bumper.
Ride height I couldnt tell you because I have never had my car at stock height since the aerosync.
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This may or may not help, but I have the aerosync bumper and I can tell you that it will not crack off like that. In really cold weather if you hit something it may crack the paint, but it will not hurt the actual urethane bumper.
I have smacked auto-x cones in 30 degree weather moving at around 45mph and yes it did crack my paint, but the bumper didnt budge. I have also scraped numerous times coming in and out of steep drives and yeah, UNDER the lip there are scratches, but no rips, cracks, or anything else on the actual urethane bumper.
Ride height I couldnt tell you because I have never had my car at stock height since the aerosync.
I have smacked auto-x cones in 30 degree weather moving at around 45mph and yes it did crack my paint, but the bumper didnt budge. I have also scraped numerous times coming in and out of steep drives and yeah, UNDER the lip there are scratches, but no rips, cracks, or anything else on the actual urethane bumper.
Ride height I couldnt tell you because I have never had my car at stock height since the aerosync.
Side note: Did you install yourself or have a shop do it? Was fitment pretty good or was there modification required?
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This may or may not help, but I have the aerosync bumper and I can tell you that it will not crack off like that. In really cold weather if you hit something it may crack the paint, but it will not hurt the actual urethane bumper.
I have smacked auto-x cones in 30 degree weather moving at around 45mph and yes it did crack my paint, but the bumper didnt budge. I have also scraped numerous times coming in and out of steep drives and yeah, UNDER the lip there are scratches, but no rips, cracks, or anything else on the actual urethane bumper.
Ride height I couldnt tell you because I have never had my car at stock height since the aerosync.
I have smacked auto-x cones in 30 degree weather moving at around 45mph and yes it did crack my paint, but the bumper didnt budge. I have also scraped numerous times coming in and out of steep drives and yeah, UNDER the lip there are scratches, but no rips, cracks, or anything else on the actual urethane bumper.
Ride height I couldnt tell you because I have never had my car at stock height since the aerosync.
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I had both as well. Can go wrong with either one. Arosync sits lower, so you're gonna scrape. The bumper hits the ground hard one time but only crack the paint. I regret not buying a spare one that sell locally for $250. Its $495 shipped right now.
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So after you picked up the car from the dealer and drove it to work, then you noticed this. Now your blaming it on the dealer for the damage. If i were the dealer, i would say get bent.
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They are going to make the situation right. They offered to order the Veilside lip and have it shipped to their body shop, then bring my car over there and give me a loaner until the work is finished. I told them I may pick a different lip or bumper and they said that's fine, I will just pay the difference for the cost of the part.
To the others who actually gave some info on the bumper, thank you, that helps a good bit. If the Aerosync sits a bit lower but does not stick out as far, it may work out just fine. As a point of reference, here is what I have to deal with going in and out of my driveway:
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Good luck finding a Veilside V1 these days :/
I'm about to go pick up my Z with my new fiberglass lip installed. Now I'm scared of driving :O
EDIT: glad to hear the shop is taking full responsibility
I'm about to go pick up my Z with my new fiberglass lip installed. Now I'm scared of driving :O
EDIT: glad to hear the shop is taking full responsibility
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If you had to estimate how much lower...what's your guess? Also please see the two pictures I posted later....think the aerosync would clear? In those pics I probably have half an inch clearance between the front most point on the VS lip and the pavement in the worst-case condition.
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Yeah I am a little worried about it but I'm gonna snag one anyway and cross my fingers. If I have to park it out in the street until I figure something out, so be it. I actually don't mind if it rubs a little....I just don't want to be really catching the edge.
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going in on that drive will be fine with the aerosync if you go in and a pretty good angle. I would only back out of that though, again at an angle.
My drive is steeper than that and most times I do not rub, and if I do it is just barely and it is because I did not angle it well enough.
Here is my ride height for reference.
My drive is steeper than that and most times I do not rub, and if I do it is just barely and it is because I did not angle it well enough.
Here is my ride height for reference.
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Thanks for the pics man. I think I'm just gonna go for it and see what happens. The angle on mine is too steep to go in forwards....at least, it was with the Veilside lip. Could be due to how far the VS lip sticks out at the very front. Maybe I'll be able to get up with the Aerosync if I cut it at a good angle. We'll see...it's a new adventure!
What are you lowered on? Amy do you have any pics of the end of your driveway? Sorry I know that's a weird question, but it might put my mind at ease a bit.
What are you lowered on? Amy do you have any pics of the end of your driveway? Sorry I know that's a weird question, but it might put my mind at ease a bit.
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