Advice - rims/tires got stolen
03-11-2002, 10:49 AM
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Need Advice - rims/tires got stolen
Some bastards 
stole the rims and tires off my 2000 Max SE at my apartment complex (Apparently the Seattle Eastside isn't that safe anymore).
They were the 17" stock alloy rims with the potenzas.
pictures are at http://sbggraphics.virtualave.net/maxima (6 pictures - left_back, left_front, left_full, right_back, right_front, right_full)
I'm going to choose a shop to get it checked out/fixed.
Couple of questions for all you maxima experts though
1. Can you see any damage to the rotors/plates/brakes from the close-up pictures?
2. What other damage should i have the shop check for?
3. How do i prevent this from happening again - does anyone have wheel locks on their maxes?
Oh well at least i'll get tires which are better for the weather here than the potz
Thanks! http://sbggraphics.virtualave.net/maxima
stole the rims and tires off my 2000 Max SE at my apartment complex (Apparently the Seattle Eastside isn't that safe anymore).They were the 17" stock alloy rims with the potenzas.
pictures are at http://sbggraphics.virtualave.net/maxima (6 pictures - left_back, left_front, left_full, right_back, right_front, right_full)
I'm going to choose a shop to get it checked out/fixed.
Couple of questions for all you maxima experts though
1. Can you see any damage to the rotors/plates/brakes from the close-up pictures?
2. What other damage should i have the shop check for?
3. How do i prevent this from happening again - does anyone have wheel locks on their maxes?
Oh well at least i'll get tires which are better for the weather here than the potz
Thanks! http://sbggraphics.virtualave.net/maxima
03-11-2002, 11:59 AM
#3
Wow I'm on the Eastside of Seattle also. Bellevue. I'll keep an eye out. Wheel locks are a must. Aftermarket alarm too.
And as I said before, use the insurance $ to get some badazzed 18" rims/tires. You should be receiving something north of 2 grand back.
Where on the Eastside? You should post this in the NW section
And as I said before, use the insurance $ to get some badazzed 18" rims/tires. You should be receiving something north of 2 grand back.
Where on the Eastside? You should post this in the NW section
03-11-2002, 12:03 PM
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So I can just put on wheel locks when I get my new rims put on?
I wonder why Nissan didn't put them on stock.. Don't a lot of manafacturers put them on?
Yes, I'm in Bellevue too - This happened in Bellevue Meadows (next to the pro sports club) - the cops were surprised something like this happened here.
I wonder why Nissan didn't put them on stock.. Don't a lot of manafacturers put them on?
Yes, I'm in Bellevue too - This happened in Bellevue Meadows (next to the pro sports club) - the cops were surprised something like this happened here.
Originally posted by Jeff92se
Wow I'm on the Eastside of Seattle also. Bellevue. I'll keep an eye out. Wheel locks are a must. Aftermarket alarm too.
Wow I'm on the Eastside of Seattle also. Bellevue. I'll keep an eye out. Wheel locks are a must. Aftermarket alarm too.
03-11-2002, 12:06 PM
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I know where that is. My friends used to live there. Just off of 156th or so? My Lexus has wheel locks when I got them. But most makers do not. I would suggest at least some decent wheel locks. You can just put them on.
Originally posted by madmax2000
So I can just put on wheel locks when I get my new rims put on?
I wonder why Nissan didn't put them on stock.. Don't a lot of manafacturers put them on?
Yes, I'm in Bellevue too - This happened in Bellevue Meadows (next to the pro sports club) - the cops were surprised something like this happened here.
So I can just put on wheel locks when I get my new rims put on?
I wonder why Nissan didn't put them on stock.. Don't a lot of manafacturers put them on?
Yes, I'm in Bellevue too - This happened in Bellevue Meadows (next to the pro sports club) - the cops were surprised something like this happened here.
03-11-2002, 12:13 PM
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That's not good stuff. No visible damage from your pictures. I could come and take a look with you...I'm in Kirkland and I would notice any problems. However, I'm pretty sure you'd notice damage to that area yourself. Check all the brake lines...that would be a must. If someone stole your rims, they probably didn't do much that would cause damage...just got them off and ran.
As far as replacement tires...do the Pilot Sport A/S...you won't be sorry...great traction on our wet streets.
My baby is in the garage, so I'm hoping I don't end up on blocks myself. Bastards.
As far as replacement tires...do the Pilot Sport A/S...you won't be sorry...great traction on our wet streets.
My baby is in the garage, so I'm hoping I don't end up on blocks myself. Bastards.
03-11-2002, 12:18 PM
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Yes - I did post it on NW forum and warn everyone.
Thanks for the help - I will get it checked out at a shop - all the brake lines etc - there is no visible damage as far as I can tell.
Yes, I was already eyeing the Pilots - good to know you like them.
Thanks!
Thanks for the help - I will get it checked out at a shop - all the brake lines etc - there is no visible damage as far as I can tell.
Yes, I was already eyeing the Pilots - good to know you like them.
Thanks!
Originally posted by MichaelAE
That's not good stuff. No visible damage from your pictures. I could come and take a look with you...I'm in Kirkland and I would notice any problems. However, I'm pretty sure you'd notice damage to that area yourself. Check all the brake lines...that would be a must. If someone stole your rims, they probably didn't do much that would cause damage...just got them off and ran.
As far as replacement tires...do the Pilot Sport A/S...you won't be sorry...great traction on our wet streets.
My baby is in the garage, so I'm hoping I don't end up on blocks myself. Bastards.
That's not good stuff. No visible damage from your pictures. I could come and take a look with you...I'm in Kirkland and I would notice any problems. However, I'm pretty sure you'd notice damage to that area yourself. Check all the brake lines...that would be a must. If someone stole your rims, they probably didn't do much that would cause damage...just got them off and ran.
As far as replacement tires...do the Pilot Sport A/S...you won't be sorry...great traction on our wet streets.
My baby is in the garage, so I'm hoping I don't end up on blocks myself. Bastards.
03-11-2002, 12:37 PM
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Re: Need Advice - rims/tires got stolen
[QUOTE]Originally posted by madmax2000
[B]Some bastards stole the rims and tires off my 2000 Max SE...
I'm going to choose a shop to get it checked out/fixed.
Couple of questions for all you maxima experts though
1. Can you see any damage to the rotors/plates/brakes from the close-up pictures?
2. What other damage should i have the shop check for?
3. How do i prevent this from happening again - does anyone have wheel locks on their maxes?
Oh well at least i'll get tires which are better for the weather here than the potz
Thanks!
Hi madmax 2000, sorry to here some MF stole your wheels, first thing I can say is buy wheel lock with the next wheel, cuz those bastard know that you are going to get another set, so better watch out they can come back.
I dont see damage on you disk, but they may have been bent, they perhaps need to be resurface.
For you next wheel buy a set of wheel lock along with a Louisville Slugger, so when the bastard visit you again, you can stamp them free of charge.
Cheers
AA
[B]Some bastards
stole the rims and tires off my 2000 Max SE...I'm going to choose a shop to get it checked out/fixed.
Couple of questions for all you maxima experts though
1. Can you see any damage to the rotors/plates/brakes from the close-up pictures?
2. What other damage should i have the shop check for?
3. How do i prevent this from happening again - does anyone have wheel locks on their maxes?
Oh well at least i'll get tires which are better for the weather here than the potz
Thanks!
Hi madmax 2000, sorry to here some MF stole your wheels, first thing I can say is buy wheel lock with the next wheel, cuz those bastard know that you are going to get another set, so better watch out they can come back.
I dont see damage on you disk, but they may have been bent, they perhaps need to be resurface.
For you next wheel buy a set of wheel lock along with a Louisville Slugger, so when the bastard visit you again, you can stamp them free of charge.
Cheers
AA
03-11-2002, 12:43 PM
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Bummer. For wheels I would go with SSR
Integrals...nice, simple, sweet and at 17 lbs/wheel, about 6 pounds less per wheel than stock rims.
For tires I would use Pilots A/S if you're interested in all-out grip, Pilot MXM4s if ride quality is your primary consideration.
Good luck, let us know what u decide to do and first impressions
For tires I would use Pilots A/S if you're interested in all-out grip, Pilot MXM4s if ride quality is your primary consideration.
Good luck, let us know what u decide to do and first impressions
03-11-2002, 01:20 PM
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Re: Re: Need Advice - rims/tires got stolen
Thanks AA - I should take your advice and get the slugger - :bam:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by doublea
[B]
[QUOTE]Originally posted by doublea
[B]
Originally posted by madmax2000
Some bastards stole the rims and tires off my 2000 Max SE...
I'm going to choose a shop to get it checked out/fixed.
Couple of questions for all you maxima experts though
1. Can you see any damage to the rotors/plates/brakes from the close-up pictures?
2. What other damage should i have the shop check for?
3. How do i prevent this from happening again - does anyone have wheel locks on their maxes?
Oh well at least i'll get tires which are better for the weather here than the potz
Thanks!
Hi madmax 2000, sorry to here some MF stole your wheels, first thing I can say is buy wheel lock with the next wheel, cuz those bastard know that you are going to get another set, so better watch out they can come back.
I dont see damage on you disk, but they may have been bent, they perhaps need to be resurface.
For you next wheel buy a set of wheel lock along with a Louisville Slugger, so when the bastard visit you again, you can stamp them free of charge.
Cheers
AA
Some bastards
stole the rims and tires off my 2000 Max SE...I'm going to choose a shop to get it checked out/fixed.
Couple of questions for all you maxima experts though
1. Can you see any damage to the rotors/plates/brakes from the close-up pictures?
2. What other damage should i have the shop check for?
3. How do i prevent this from happening again - does anyone have wheel locks on their maxes?
Oh well at least i'll get tires which are better for the weather here than the potz
Thanks!
Hi madmax 2000, sorry to here some MF stole your wheels, first thing I can say is buy wheel lock with the next wheel, cuz those bastard know that you are going to get another set, so better watch out they can come back.
I dont see damage on you disk, but they may have been bent, they perhaps need to be resurface.
For you next wheel buy a set of wheel lock along with a Louisville Slugger, so when the bastard visit you again, you can stamp them free of charge.
Cheers
AA
03-11-2002, 01:22 PM
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Re: Bummer. For wheels I would go with SSR
Any pictures of SSR Integrals?
Originally posted by Galo
Integrals...nice, simple, sweet and at 17 lbs/wheel, about 6 pounds less per wheel than stock rims.
For tires I would use Pilots A/S if you're interested in all-out grip, Pilot MXM4s if ride quality is your primary consideration.
Good luck, let us know what u decide to do and first impressions
Integrals...nice, simple, sweet and at 17 lbs/wheel, about 6 pounds less per wheel than stock rims.
For tires I would use Pilots A/S if you're interested in all-out grip, Pilot MXM4s if ride quality is your primary consideration.
Good luck, let us know what u decide to do and first impressions
03-11-2002, 01:45 PM
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Go to Tirerack.com...they have a neat
site where you can select the wheel and the site will 'place' it on the car istself so u can see what it looks like...check it out.
Once on the site, access 'wheels' then follow the queries to load your car, then stroll thru the wheel options until you find the Integrals, select and you'll see what they look like on the car.
They are cool bean wheels, IMHO. I'll get them when my POS Potenzas wear to the nubs, then do a package deal. Will probably get the MXM4's as I wanna soften the ride a bit.
Once on the site, access 'wheels' then follow the queries to load your car, then stroll thru the wheel options until you find the Integrals, select and you'll see what they look like on the car.
They are cool bean wheels, IMHO. I'll get them when my POS Potenzas wear to the nubs, then do a package deal. Will probably get the MXM4's as I wanna soften the ride a bit.
03-11-2002, 01:46 PM
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Re: Re: Bummer. For wheels I would go with SSR
Originally posted by madmax2000
Any pictures of SSR Integrals?
Any pictures of SSR Integrals?
03-11-2002, 11:54 PM
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Dang!
Originally posted by madmax2000
So I can just put on wheel locks when I get my new rims put on?
I wonder why Nissan didn't put them on stock.. Don't a lot of manafacturers put them on?
Yes, I'm in Bellevue too - This happened in Bellevue Meadows (next to the pro sports club) - the cops were surprised something like this happened here.
So I can just put on wheel locks when I get my new rims put on?
I wonder why Nissan didn't put them on stock.. Don't a lot of manafacturers put them on?
Yes, I'm in Bellevue too - This happened in Bellevue Meadows (next to the pro sports club) - the cops were surprised something like this happened here.
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