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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-16-2004, 02:23 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,049
Posted By Matthew

2k2, has 54.5 k on it... Seems like thats about...

2k2, has 54.5 k on it... Seems like thats about average, I have had it since Feb. 2002... :-)
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-15-2004, 08:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,055
Posted By Matthew

yup, that sounds about right... :grinno:

yup, that sounds about right... :grinno:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2003, 11:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,026
Posted By Matthew

...I have tranny cooler and Mobil1 syn tranny...

...I have tranny cooler and Mobil1 syn tranny fluid and 38k... No problems. The oocasional hard shift in stop and go traffic when the tranny fluid gets too hot.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-04-2003, 09:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,167
Posted By Matthew

Yeah Mazda 6 did some things right, others not...

My co-worker/friend has a 6... I like the dual exhaust look in the rear and their headlights are almost as nice looking as the 2k2-2k3 Max Xenons...

But the torque is a killer, I know it gets...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-28-2003, 10:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 687
Posted By Matthew

...I have had the RSB for over a year now and...

...I have had the RSB for over a year now and here are my observations:

1) I also have lowering springs (H&R) which I had before the RSB so my results may be different from someone who is running...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-26-2003, 08:59 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,895
Posted By Matthew

...Ok, well I want em, do you do paypal? Thanks!...

...Ok, well I want em, do you do paypal? Thanks! I forgot how I paid you for the dead pedal last time... Just let me know. You are the man...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-26-2003, 08:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,895
Posted By Matthew

Willy, you have 2002 Max auto pedals now too? I...

Willy, you have 2002 Max auto pedals now too? I want those! How much? They just screw right into the existing pedals right??? Let me know, I already had your dead pedal but haven't gone thru the...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-25-2003, 08:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By Matthew

Re: Re: ...And I thought the little things don't get noticed...

...Yes, Falken Ziex ZE 512, its 225/50 r17 so its totally stock size, but in my first few days of driving I must say a vast improvement over the Bridgestones, the Falkens were $107 a tire at...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-23-2003, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By Matthew

...And I thought the little things don't get noticed...

So I am at Discount Tire getting my new Falken Ziex 512's put on this afternoon (love them so far by the way) and I am at the counter bs'ing with the sales rep and a thirty-something black guy walks...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-22-2003, 01:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,028
Posted By Matthew

..Uh ya thats what I call a 'bulge' :eek: :wall: ...

..Uh ya thats what I call a 'bulge' :eek: :wall:

Here comes the tire po-pos... :Police:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-21-2003, 03:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,028
Posted By Matthew

...Unfortunately .2 inches will make a big...

...Unfortunately .2 inches will make a big difference when calculatiing your miles on the odometer, especially over time, as well as the speed on your speedometer. Look at the poll results, go with...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-21-2003, 12:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,028
Posted By Matthew

...Matt is right. In fact, 235/40 needs a WIDER...

...Matt is right. In fact, 235/40 needs a WIDER rim than 245/40, not a narrower one. The 245/40 is approved on 8" 235/40 needs 8.5"... The reason is the sidewall. The 245/40 has more sidewall so it...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-21-2003, 11:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,028
Posted By Matthew

...All of the major tire manufacturers quote 8"...

...All of the major tire manufacturers quote 8" width as an approved rim for 245/40r18... So it should be fine. The difference in ride quality should be almost unnoticable, but the speedo difference...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-20-2003, 08:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,028
Posted By Matthew

Re: 18x8 wheel, what size tire?

245/40r18 no question. Large variety of tires to choose from in that size, better width and traction, and the speedo will be off by much less...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-20-2003, 08:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 841
Posted By Matthew

Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Tire question

...Well, I don't have them yet, I just ordered them, but they have a 300AA treadrating and the stock Potenzas have 160AA... The 300 indicates that the tread is fabricated to last much longer than the...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-19-2003, 01:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 841
Posted By Matthew

Re: Re: Re: Re: Tire question

'Max, thats not rain, thats your sweat from all the humidity!!! :D :eek: :tard:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-19-2003, 01:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 841
Posted By Matthew

Re: Re: Re: Tire question

Falken Ziex 512... 225/50r17 and all-season, V-speed rated... I am buying this week. They were $107 a piece at my local Discount Tire, and they seem to have a pretty good rep on here. Good luck.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-18-2003, 02:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,663
Posted By Matthew

...Nice, nice 'mike, all you really need on it...

...Nice, nice 'mike, all you really need on it now to set things off in a big way is some springs. You have reduced your overall wheel circumference quite a bit with 225/40 r18's and your wheel gap...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-18-2003, 01:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 797
Posted By Matthew

Settled on the Falken Ziex 512's...

Several reasons:

1) Seems to have a better reputation on the .org than other 225/50 r 17 (stock size) tires offered...

2) Wanted to stay stock size on a 7" rim to minimize bulges, changes in...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-15-2003, 10:27 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 6,141
Posted By Matthew

...I didn't even like gunmetal rims 'till I saw...

...I didn't even like gunmetal rims 'till I saw Kev's Volk 18's on his car with that tight chrome lip... His paint job is perfect for those rims too. One of my favorite pics is the one of Kev next to...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-15-2003, 10:13 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 6,141
Posted By Matthew

Kev, no question... Not just buttering up the...

Kev, no question... Not just buttering up the Administrator, but for looks and performance he wins I think in both categories... :cool:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-13-2003, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 812
Posted By Matthew

easy there killer. Don't jump on my thread and...

easy there killer. Don't jump on my thread and start insulting me. I am asking for opinions on a set of tires. Not YOUR opinion of my car maintenance. :rolleyes:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-13-2003, 08:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 812
Posted By Matthew

..Yeah I am also looking at the Falken Ziex 512...

..Yeah I am also looking at the Falken Ziex 512 and the Kumho KH-11... Any thoughts on these specific tires from current or past buyers?
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-12-2003, 01:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 812
Posted By Matthew

...Just checked the tire and wheel forum and the...

...Just checked the tire and wheel forum and the general consensus was that these tires are a pretty good buy, better in the rain than the Bridgestones OEMs...

Even Andy (who is pretty critical...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-12-2003, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 812
Posted By Matthew

...Ok but I really wanted to stick with something...

...Ok but I really wanted to stick with something that will fit the 17x7 rims since I am not getting new wheels, are there any other 225/50r17 tires to recommend?
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