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Old 09-17-2008, 05:21 PM
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Question removing the front-wheel pin to install aftermarket wheels

how easy/hard is it to do? can it be unscrewed, is it necessary to remove the disks? or cut with a Dremel tool? thanks, or it's hardened steel?
P.s. or maybe this pin can remain there?
Old 09-17-2008, 05:45 PM
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To install aftermarket wheels you'd have to replace the axles out as well, so it's best to just replace the entire subframe while you're at it. It's very affordable.
Old 09-17-2008, 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SlowInFastOut
how easy/hard is it to do? can it be unscrewed, is it necessary to remove the disks? or cut with a Dremel tool? thanks, or it's hardened steel?
P.s. or maybe this pin can remain there?
10 or 14mm wrench will take it right off. Can't remember which. It is obvious once the wheel is off. YOU CAN DO IT
Old 09-17-2008, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by lonewolf
To install aftermarket wheels you'd have to replace the axles out as well, so it's best to just replace the entire subframe while you're at it. It's very affordable.
That is craziness....all you need to do is remove the 12mm bolt....
I have 19's with no problems!!!!

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Question #2 in the Top 100 thread..
https://my350z.com/forum/350z/197329...questions.html
Old 09-17-2008, 07:13 PM
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Originally Posted by SlowInFastOut
P.s. or maybe this pin can remain there?
You would have to drill an additional hole in the wheel. Not too cool.
Old 09-17-2008, 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by lonewolf
To install aftermarket wheels you'd have to replace the axles out as well, so it's best to just replace the entire subframe while you're at it. It's very affordable.
what are you kidding me?
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lonewolf = the dumb
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i hope lonewolf never does a diy. set up for an epic fail.
Old 09-17-2008, 09:39 PM
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thanks guys, and I should have checked the 100 top questions, and lonewolf is a funny guy/gal.
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LOL @ people who have clearly never heard of SARCASM.
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Originally Posted by Arnold K.
LOL @ people who have clearly never heard of SARCASM.
I'm LOLing right along with you on that one. I can't believe the people who thought lonewolf was serious about replacing the subframe to install wheels. Insanity.
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Since we're both sharing the LOLLERcoaster, I think I should be eligible for discounts from Z1...

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