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Old Feb 22, 2015 | 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by sapik
Attention! these different eheels only for 2wd cars. For AWD is not good for the car electronics
I have AWD, I order the same wheels . I tested the wheel of my GS on NX and 10.5 is not problem
I have ordered Front 22/10,5/et 35 Rear 22/10,5/et 17 (Aimgain GIIM forged - Work wheels and Aimgain body ) my NX showcars only - 22" not is problem . I apologize for my language
thanks for the info!

OP, did u use clearcoat?
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Old Feb 22, 2015 | 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted by corradoMR2
sapik may be right about the staggered setup risking longer term issues with the AWD.

As for clearance between the suspension and the wheel, I have about 1 inch ( a little more at back) with my setup so for instance a square setup with 20x9 offset +40 will fit and should not rub if equipped like mine with 255/45/20s. As for this particular tire size, not it is slightly taller in diameter than OEM by 10 mm effectively "slowing down" the speedometer/odometer readings by 1.5% from reading with OEM 225/60/18 tires.
thanks a lot.

btw we hav the same color combo!
love these interior with red stitching.
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Old Feb 23, 2015 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by corradoMR2
sapik may be right about the staggered setup risking longer term issues with the AWD.

As for clearance between the suspension and the wheel, I have about 1 inch ( a little more at back) with my setup so for instance a square setup with 20x9 offset +40 will fit and should not rub if equipped like mine with 255/45/20s. As for this particular tire size, not it is slightly taller in diameter than OEM by 10 mm effectively "slowing down" the speedometer/odometer readings by 1.5% from reading with OEM 225/60/18 tires.
yeah yes but I thought the front 8,5 and rear example 10.5. size will never be the same that would be a problem with AWD
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Old Feb 24, 2015 | 03:33 PM
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omY! teach me your ways!
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 04:04 PM
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Default Carbon Fiber Wrap - Door Switch Trim

If there is one interior trim piece that is a little weak to my eyes and weak on scratch resistance, it's the power window switch trim on all four doors.

So I wrapped it in carbon fiber vinyl wrap.




















EDIT: DIY here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/nx-...itch-trim.html

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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 04:15 PM
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 06:44 PM
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That's freakkin awesome!!! If only you managed to find the vinyl wrap that matches the metal film trim above it...
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by legrunt
That's freakkin awesome!!! If only you managed to find the vinyl wrap that matches the metal film trim above it...
He'll probably cover that trim with the vinyl wrap to make it match!
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 11:32 PM
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Well, that might work too! Cool!
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Old May 19, 2015 | 08:20 PM
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Default 3M Paint Defender applied to front bumper

Applied 3M Paint Defender on the most exposed areas of the front bumper. As seen wit the IS, I expect this to work as well and prevent my NX from looking like the moon's surface.




3M Paint Defender for 25$ a can. Half a can was used to complete below.




All taped up. Exposed area to get protection film.




Applied 3 continuous coats.




After 3 hours drying time.




Closeup after 3 hours drying time.
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Old May 20, 2015 | 03:58 AM
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Thanks for sharing ! The switch trim looks awesome !
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Old Jul 18, 2015 | 03:47 PM
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Default Darth NX on new 22" Vossen VFS1








Wheel weight 29.5 lbs









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Old Jul 18, 2015 | 03:59 PM
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Great looking wheels, especially since they're not all black!
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Old Jul 19, 2015 | 06:56 AM
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Wow!!! I love the new shoes. How's the ride quality? I remember you saying to keep the weight as close to OEM to keep to the original ride quality.

EDIT: Nvrmd...just saw your answer on another post. Keep up the great job on "Darth NX!"

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Old Jul 19, 2015 | 07:08 AM
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Looks fantastic, perfect color choice for the wheels

+1 how is the ride?
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