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#111 of 130 Re: aftermarket fog lights [ken75] by pure_hp

Feb 20, 2008 (7:38 pm)

Replying to: ken75 (Feb 20, 2008 8:20 am)
I just went to the dealership......looks like I'll be doing without the fog lights too. He just had a person get there's installed on an '07. Cost was $574!!!!! I may be crazy but I'm not stupid! As long as my headlights work that's enough. If those burn out, I'll get flashlights! They are crazy to charge that much, I don't care if they have to literally take the car apart! I asked about bringing in a set and they won't do it, may void the warranty and they'll have no part of that either.
 
Keep your head up, warm weather will be on the way up there too. I've been in that part of the country, brutal! Stay warm, my friend, stay warm!

#112 of 130 Re: aftermarket fog lights [pure_hp] by ken75

Feb 21, 2008 (8:11 am)

Replying to: pure_hp (Feb 20, 2008 7:38 pm)
Thank you for the heads up and the kind regards. I did not think in my wildest dreams that installed fog lights would cost that much. I guess Nissan can put them where the sun don't shine, maybe that will light up there perspective.
 
Yep, we got warm weather on the way. Might even get above freezing. Whoo hoo

#113 of 130 Re: aftermarket fog lights [ken75] by vanphan

Mar 22, 2008 (7:07 am)

Replying to: ken75 (Feb 21, 2008 8:11 am)
When we bought our '07 2.5 SL a year ago, we wanted factory-installed fog lights, or no deal. We settled on one that had everything we wanted; except no fog lights. But they would install them just like the factory. It was a long drawn out ordeal but they finally got them in and working perfect after over 2 months. There supposedly was a "kit" that was in the works that we had to wait on. Anyway, the reason they are so expensive is that they have to replace the entire wiring harness and the turn signal stalk for the switch. This was the first kit the dealer had to deal with and it probably cost him a tidy sum. The one thing about them, though, is there is no dash indication they are on, like most other cars. If anyone wants factory fog lights on their Altima, put it in the deal before laying down the cash!

#114 of 130 Re: aftermarket fog lights [vanphan] by ken75

Mar 22, 2008 (8:25 am)

Replying to: vanphan (Mar 22, 2008 7:07 am)
I just gave up on them. I had traded a 2002 F-150 for the Altima and that truck had fog lights which I used maybe three times in five years. Spending more than a couple hundred bucks on something I do not find useful is out of the question. Maybe that comes with finally growing up at 60.

#115 of 130 Re: Cold Air Intake by jamesgarrett3

Jun 16, 2008 (8:27 am)

Replying to: afty (Jun 24, 2002 7:36 am)
What is the best CAI system for an '07 3.5 SE?

#116 of 130 Re: Cold Air Intake [jamesgarrett3] by karpediem

Jun 16, 2008 (3:30 pm)

Replying to: jamesgarrett3 (Jun 16, 2008 8:27 am)
There are ZERO CAI's available....only SRI's and they all add about the same HP and sound the same. Best bet is to go with Fujita.

#117 of 130 Suspesion by luckydrawz

Jul 01, 2008 (5:38 am)

I wish I could figure out a way to soften this suspension a little it seems a little stiff.
The first time I saw the standard wheel and hubcap I thought someone had invented something to reduce the amount of brake dust that collects on the wheels. Needless to say I'm also interested in some alloy wheels anyone know anything?

#118 of 130 3.5 Tires on 2.5 Coupe by milo57

Jul 09, 2008 (4:21 pm)

I am probably going to buy an '08 Altima 2.5 Coupe. The 4 cylinder is so powerful I see no reason to accept the higher price and gas consumption of the 3.5 However, I really like the 17 inch wheels which, supposedly, are only available on the 3.5. I may ask if I can have them installed on a 2.5 as part of negotiations.
 
However, would the larger wheel affect handling, braking, etc? I have read many manufacturers disclaimers about the alleged dangers of aftermarket wheels. Is the 2.5 somehow "engineered" for 16 inch wheels in ways which would make the larger wheels a bad idea?

#119 of 130 Re: 3.5 Tires on 2.5 Coupe [milo57] by busiris

Jul 09, 2008 (6:16 pm)

Replying to: milo57 (Jul 09, 2008 4:21 pm)
However, would the larger wheel affect handling, braking, etc? I have read many manufacturers disclaimers about the alleged dangers of aftermarket wheels. Is the 2.5 somehow "engineered" for 16 inch wheels in ways which would make the larger wheels a bad idea?
 
There are many reasons that manufacturers have disclaimers about aftermarket wheels. But, they have nothing to do with the specific diameter. Those disclaimers usually refer to wheel offset, reliability, etc. Of course, if you put, say, 20" wheels on the car with a tire roughly 1" thick, it would "wreck" the suspension eventually, simply from the rough ride. However, you are referring to factory wheels, not aftermarket, so that qualification is irrelevent here.
 
And, it is possible that the suspensions could be tuned differently, one for more of a sporty ride, the other for a more cushioned ride. Therefore, the sport suspension would generally have a lower sidewall ratio tire (50, 55 or 60 series) and a larger wheel, to lessen the sidewall "flex" when cornering.
 
In the end, the difference between a 16" to 17" wheel should not cause any reliability or safety issues, but it may indeed have an effect on the ride which you may or may not notice. Also, depending on the tire size, it could potentially have an effect on the speedo calibration....the dealer should be able to answer that question for you.
 
In the end, if you find some aftermarket wheels that you like and wish to buy, it shouldn't be an issue if they are quality wheels and not significantly different from the factory wheels....Good Luck!

#120 of 130 Trunk liner for 2008 Altima by kapnbill

Jul 27, 2008 (9:37 am)

I just purchased a 2008 2.5 SL. Does anyone know if any companies sell custom fit trunk liners for this car. I'm looking for a waterproof liner with raised edges similar to Husky liners for SUVs. I'm not looking for a mat.
 
Thanks!

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