Rims
03-03-2009, 08:55 AM
#44
Sponsor
Performance Nissan
Performance Nissan
iTrader: (92)
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Pasadena/Bay Area
Posts: 6,151
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Eh, I can't really comment as I know nothing about the integrity or quality of the product itself. I understand the image of the brand and is probably something I would sway away from but end-user's that are within the budgets of this type of brand should stay away from manufacturer's that directly knock-off the premium brands. My best recommendation for budget builder's are to look into FIVE:AD wheels. Its completely original and innovative, targeted for the price conscious consumer and you still see A-List vehicles and companies rocking the wheels.
03-03-2009, 09:09 AM
#45
Sponsor
Performance Nissan
Performance Nissan
iTrader: (92)
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Pasadena/Bay Area
Posts: 6,151
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Man, this is a tough crowd. I really think you guys should give a lot of these young kids a break. They're new to this community and with the negative comments that you guys give, its just going to deter them away from becoming more active on this site. Lately, a used 350Z has become very affordable and your average 16-18 year old kid is now in the realms of being able to afford this car. The problem is, the parts are still expensive. I feel as though that members that have been on this forum for many years have a civic responsibility to nurture these young kids so that they're properly building their cars. Remember, members that have seniority in this community have a strong influence over the young and impressionable minds that are new to this community and it is our influence and actions that will help reduce all the riced out 350Z's we see out there.
This is just my two cents and I know many members will feel differently when it comes to the new and younger crowd. Personally, as long as I'm active on this forum and in the community, I will help those that are willing to hear and value what I have to say whether you're 16 or 45.
This is just my two cents and I know many members will feel differently when it comes to the new and younger crowd. Personally, as long as I'm active on this forum and in the community, I will help those that are willing to hear and value what I have to say whether you're 16 or 45.
03-03-2009, 09:31 AM
#46
Registered User
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: PLANET EARTH!
Posts: 850
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Man, this is a tough crowd. I really think you guys should give a lot of these young kids a break. They're new to this community and with the negative comments that you guys give, its just going to deter them away from becoming more active on this site. Lately, a used 350Z has become very affordable and your average 16-18 year old kid is now in the realms of being able to afford this car. The problem is, the parts are still expensive. I feel as though that members that have been on this forum for many years have a civic responsibility to nurture these young kids so that they're properly building their cars. Remember, members that have seniority in this community have a strong influence over the young and impressionable minds that are new to this community and it is our influence and actions that will help reduce all the riced out 350Z's we see out there.
This is just my two cents and I know many members will feel differently when it comes to the new and younger crowd. Personally, as long as I'm active on this forum and in the community, I will help those that are willing to hear and value what I have to say whether you're 16 or 45.
This is just my two cents and I know many members will feel differently when it comes to the new and younger crowd. Personally, as long as I'm active on this forum and in the community, I will help those that are willing to hear and value what I have to say whether you're 16 or 45.
i agree on you andy.
03-03-2009, 01:48 PM
#47
New Member
iTrader: (5)
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Bx 2 Georgia
Posts: 493
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
man give the kid a break not every 16 year old is spoiled off of dads money. you guys r just mad cus u were driving rice *** honda civics when you were 16. he picked out a decent set of rims,probably doesnt know what the cost of parts are for a z until now so i dont see nothing to flame him on
p.s. OP if u think your dom torreto from the fast and the furious in your z,then i retract my statement lol
p.s. OP if u think your dom torreto from the fast and the furious in your z,then i retract my statement lol
03-04-2009, 11:20 AM
#50
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Palm Desert, CA
Posts: 434
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Here's what I got for $1700 out the door w/ locks.
19x8-19 +20 1.75" lip
19x9.5-19 +20 3" lip
Tires - Falken 452 in 245/35-19 and 275/35-19
TSW Cadwells are in gunmetal grey w/ a machined face and lips. It's a new wheel they just came out with. I'm very happy with them. They ride much smoother than my stock bridgestones they replaced.
19x8-19 +20 1.75" lip
19x9.5-19 +20 3" lip
Tires - Falken 452 in 245/35-19 and 275/35-19
TSW Cadwells are in gunmetal grey w/ a machined face and lips. It's a new wheel they just came out with. I'm very happy with them. They ride much smoother than my stock bridgestones they replaced.
Last edited by ssawa; 03-04-2009 at 11:34 AM.
03-04-2009, 11:38 AM
#52
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Palm Desert, CA
Posts: 434
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
thanks. Yea, a drop, but no spacers. The tires are flush with the fenders right now. The drop will probably have to wait till my mother-in-law moves out of her house. I scrap now on her driveway if I don't go up perfectly. The street isn't real safe cuz of errand cars.
03-04-2009, 02:27 PM
#54
Registered User
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Midland TX
Posts: 1,405
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'm gonna have to agree with Andy on this one. Give the kid a break. Just look around on the marketplace you can find some great deals on slightly used wheels. Five AD wheels are gorgeous wheels that look really nice on Z's for a decent price. If still not in the price range I suggest saving and getting a set of quality wheels because if you don't now you will end up buying new ones down the road anyway. But also saying that don't make me eat mine and Andy's words by goin out and totalling your Z. And if you do don't make a post about it
03-09-2009, 04:35 PM
#55
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: LA
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
hey thanks a lot guys for sticking up for me. and fyi people that think im spoiled the z was my dream car besides the m3 lol. and i had worked for over a year to save up some money to convince my parents i ended up saving about 8k and i bought my car used for 16500 out the door. so i paid half. anyways thnks guys for all ur help and support and all the haters keep hating like always.
03-09-2009, 07:10 PM
#56
Registered User
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Kent, WA
Posts: 1,270
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
hey thanks a lot guys for sticking up for me. and fyi people that think im spoiled the z was my dream car besides the m3 lol. and i had worked for over a year to save up some money to convince my parents i ended up saving about 8k and i bought my car used for 16500 out the door. so i paid half. anyways thnks guys for all ur help and support and all the haters keep hating like always.
03-10-2009, 06:56 AM
#57
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Palm Desert, CA
Posts: 434
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
hey thanks a lot guys for sticking up for me. and fyi people that think im spoiled the z was my dream car besides the m3 lol. and i had worked for over a year to save up some money to convince my parents i ended up saving about 8k and i bought my car used for 16500 out the door. so i paid half. anyways thnks guys for all ur help and support and all the haters keep hating like always.
Btw, here's a picture of my 19" TSW Cadwells and Falken 452's (real nice riding) I got for under $1800 from HW Motorsports in Garden Grove.
Good luck with the Z and enjoy.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ars88
Zs & Gs For Sale
18
04-04-2016 07:52 AM
Tonyz_2004_350z
South East Marketplace
1
10-04-2015 12:53 PM