"How to make the maxima light" Website now gone, anyone have the info?

[MOHFpro90]

The website is now gone, does anyone have the info? Ive got a few numbers, but nothing exact, and nothing like the amount that was on there. Just checking because I know this site really had some good stuff.

http://lighter.maxdes.net/

[DrunkieTheBear]

You can thank me later, because I know you love me kyle.

http://web.archive.org/web/200804271...er.maxdes.net/

[MOHFpro90]

Pmohr did the same thing. Where was you earlier bro? lol.

Anyhow, just for future reference:







How to Make the Maxima Weigh Less:

“*” Means that the track car has done part or all of the step. Other numbers have come from research and other maxima.org members that have kindly donated their numbers.

Some 4th generation Maxima Weight Facts:

Specs from a 1996:

GLE 2982lb (extra weight items include the moonroof, climate control, automatic, dual power seats, BOSE, heavier wheels)

GXE 2886lb (bare bones 5 speed)

SE 2895lb (bare bones 5 speed)

*These weights are without fluids.


Stage 1: (Still an everyday car.)

* Aftermarket y-pipe (15lbs)*
* UR or RVM UDP (3lbs)
* Aftermarket Cat-back (5-10lbs)*
* Remove Carpeting, cardboard, and everything else in trunk (6lbs)*
* Remove Plate Under Steering Wheel. (2lbs)*
* Remove support bar behind glove box. (2lbs)*
* Remove plate behind back seat (6lbs)*
* Remove Sound deadening under hood. (2lbs)*
* Remove handles on ceiling (1lb)*
* Miscellaneous bolts due to removing things. (2lbs)*
* Aftermarket Cat (2lbs)*
* Lighter rim/tire combo (I have not personally fulfilled this with my 18”s, but it really does help.) (Varies)
* Aluminum Flywheel (12lbs)*
* Swap stock seat for ultra light racing seat (32lbs each/64lbs total)
* Swap out hood for CF hood (29lbs)
* Change body to CF (Bumpers, fenders) (Fiberglass Bumper 5-10lbs , Fiberglass Fender 12-18lbs)
* Ground Control Coilovers (34lbs)*
* Floor mats (Can switch to diamond plated and still save (3lbs) or remove for (10lbs)
* Switch from glass headlights to plastic (95/96-97-99) (4lbs)
* Stock Fog lights (6lbs)*
* Lighter Battery (Varies)
* Replace Stock antenna with aftermarket(2lbs) (Get rid of antenna all together 4.5lbs)*
* Fast Brakes Kit (Those with at least 16” rims) (32lbs)


Total Savings of Stage 1: 229lbs-+274.5lbs



Stage 2: (Even more, maybe for track use.)

* Remove Visors (3lbs)*
* Remove rear view mirror
* Underbody Plastics (Total of 15lbs, to include under engine and in fender wells)*
* All non-essential hoses air boxes and other things Removed from engine (Net weight of 10lbs)*
* Trunk arms (Things that hold up trunk when open) (2lbs)*
* Extra bar in front bumper (97-99)
* Windshield wipers (2lbs w/out motor 7lbs w/ motor)
* Side view mirrors (5lbs)
* Owners Manual (1lb)
* Headrests (3lbs)
* Underbody hitches (4lbs)
* Brake dust shields (3lbs)
* Remove Jack (4lbs)*
* Remove Metal piece that holds jack (2lbs)*
* Remove Spare Tire (May be included in stage one, if not afraid of flat tires.) (28lbs)*
* Remove Heat Shielding for exhaust system (8lbs)*
* Remove Sound Deadening under carpet (aka tar) (So far removed 13lbs)*

* Remove Back seat (30lbs)*
* Remove Passenger Seat (48lbs)*
* Remove interior panels (per panel 3-4lbs)*
* Remove ceiling (7lbs)*
* Remove Carpet (12lbs)*
* Remove Unnecessary dash pieces (approx 2lbs but could be more)*
* Remove AC (~33lbs)*
* Remove Power steering (Papasmurf does not recommend doing this one)
* Remove all seat belts accept for driver (10lbs)*
* Swap out steering wheel for aftermarket (3lbs)*
* Remove airbags (May be illegal.) (Just driver side total of 12lbs w/ passenger 26lbs)*
* Remove e-brake and all components
* Remove Stereo, speakers and all sound components. (approx. for factory 18lbs)
* Remove power windows and locks.
* Cruise Control System (1lb)*
* Remove Rear Heating Ducts (3lbs)*
* Replace Gas Tank with Aluminum Fuel Cell (Weight reduction will be different depending on size of tank)
* Replace sunroof with solid plexiglass roof (Will weigh less than even cars without sunroofs)
* Cutout unneeded metal
* Cutout spare tire well and replace over with sheet metal

Total Savings of Stage 2: 294lbs-317+lbs *Will be much more once all the items’ weights are included.


Total Savings of both stages: 523lbs-591.5+lbs *Will be much more once all the items’ weights are included.



Things to Remember:
· Gas in tank (6lbs/gallon)
· Water in windshield reservoir (8.3lbs/gallon)

The list is growing. I am searching through old posts and many other sites on the internet to provide an accumulation of all ideas on loosing weight off your car. Remember these are just ideas so hold the criticism on some because it’s your car and you can do whatever you want. Special thanks to ptatohed, Papasmurf, Dave B, and Nealoc187.

***I am in the process of weighing new items. Check back for updates on how much you will really gain by removing components.

***Papasmurf has graced us with a ton of additions to the list. Check out everything that he has helped weigh.

[MrDicks95SE]

sticky plz. kthx.

[tigersharkdude]

so in reality you could make a max 2,000 pounds or less if you put some money into and threw out safety

[secondtonone317]

nice, I was looking for this too

[Matt93SE]

Originally Posted by tigersharkdude

so in reality you could make a max 2,000 pounds or less if you put some money into and threw out safety

No. the unibody, engine, tranny, and suspension weighs that much.

[amech]

good info...subscribed

[98SEBlackMax]

There is alot of weight that can be trimmed off a 4th gen if you get creative. My car weighs in at 3004 pounds with a full tank of gas and I have an '96 SE with every option. Also has subframe connectors and chassis foam.

However I still think this list is not that accurate and Krismax always thought this thing was outright BS. He was making a list with everything he removed off his car and some of the stuff off of my car that was accurate to an ounce. Doubt he will be back to post ever again and I don't even know if he still has that list.

[321VQ35MAX]

Oh man, Kyle is taking this seriously....

[MOHFpro90]

Originally Posted by 321VQ35MAX

Oh man, Kyle is taking this seriously....

I am my friend. Since I have no money to dump into the car, why not take things out? haha.


Oh, and its getting cooler

[ajcool2]

Nice I just put this in a spreadsheet and saved it on my phone. Many of these things Ive done already might try some more.