new aero for the S14, OPINIONS????

[khilgers]

I got the final pieces for the 240 so now she's ready for paint. I was debating for a while whether to get the JDM rear valences or a complete replacement rear bumper. After looking around at several bumpers I didn't quite find one that would match with the subtle styling of the JDM sideskirts. So I finally decided on the JDM rear valences. Plus everythings and OEM prduct and I don't have to deal with fiberglass. Enjoy, opinions welcome:biggrin:

http://www.khilgers.com/forumpics/jdmkit1.jpg
http://www.khilgers.com/forumpics/jdmkit2.jpg
http://www.khilgers.com/forumpics/jdmkit3.jpg

REMEmBER, IT WILL ALL BE PAINTED IN 3 MONTHS

[PITCH]

Nice. Exactly my thoughts & personal aero combo. (minus the zenki sideskirts) I'm using the Zenki rear valences, kouki skirts, and USDM Kouki lip. Where did you get your Kouki lip from? I also wanted to steer clear of fiberglass and went all OEM.

[khilgers]

I got my front lip from a buddy of mine at cost, $100 BRAND NEW

[OptionZero]

Step 1: Remove USDM Bumper
Step 2: Burn it
Step 3: Apologize to us for posting pictures of it
Step 4: Buy JDM kouki bumper
Step 5: Sell kidney, find and buy JDM kouki optional aero lip
Step 4: Be happy you have the pimp shit shit

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v482/OptionAero/Kouki%20Twins/DSCN1199.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v482/OptionAero/Kouki%20Twins/DSCN1183.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v482/OptionAero/Kouki%20Twins/DSCN1174.jpg

Turdz car. Aero done right.

[khilgers]

I asked for opinions, but personally I think the JDM kouki front bumper is ugly. Thanks for your input though.

[SpeedMonkeyInc]

Step 1: Remove USDM Bumper
Step 2: Burn it
Step 3: Apologize to us for posting pictures of it


I agree 100% with the first three steps to recovery. The last three no. The stock kouki JDM looks just as akward as the USDM bumper.

[Nizzan4u2nv]

Not really feelin it. Not a big fan of usdm kouki front. At least get a jdm mesh grille. I dont like the rear valences either, doesnt match(maybe just your pics). Sunk wheels with jumbo tires dont do it for me either. But, if you like it, its all that matters. BTW, I have jdm aero rear bumper and valences and IMHO it matches well, but you cant please everyone. Some people like aggressive aero some people like oem aero.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/4972/p10100090er.jpg

[khilgers]

Not really feelin it. Not a big fan of usdm kouki front. At least get a jdm mesh grille. I dont like the rear valences either, doesnt match(maybe just your pics). Sunk wheels with jumbo tires dont do it for me either. But, if you like it, its all that matters. BTW, I have jdm aero rear bumper and valences and IMHO it matches well, but you cant please everyone. Some people like aggressive aero some people like oem aero.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/4972/p10100090er.jpg


JDM mesh grill will be ordered in the next couple weeks. I was thinking about the Kouki bumper and valences, but I don't really like the little lip on the back, but that's just me. As for the kit matching, it still needs to be painted. I am getting the entire car sprayed in the next couple months and I wanted to get everything ready before paint.

As for the wheels and tires, I got them cheap so I could do my 5 lug swap. I am looking into getting new ones this spring. Most likely some 17x9's in front and 17x10's in the rear.

[trsilvias13]

Nice. Exactly my thoughts & personal aero combo. (minus the zenki sideskirts) I'm using the Zenki rear valences, kouki skirts, and USDM Kouki lip. Where did you get your Kouki lip from? I also wanted to steer clear of fiberglass and went all OEM.


I am running the same combo.

usdm lip, usdem s/s and jdm rear zenki valence, but I have a kouki Jdm spoiler. Look nice. I wish there was a wrap around lip for the 240sx that fits the usdm bumper.

[OptionZero]

I agree 100%The stock kouki JDM looks 1000000x better the USDM bumper.

There, fixed it.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v482/OptionAero/New%20Wheels/DSCN13729676x507.jpg

[cgguy]

As for the wheels and tires, I got them cheap so I could do my 5 lug swap. I am looking into getting new ones this spring. Most likely some 17x9's in front and 17x10's in the rear.


Just make sure you paint the lip too.

I'm not a big fan of the JDM bumpers either. If I was going to spend that kind of loot on body mods I'd grab some Origin Labs stuff and do it right.

[khilgers]

the lip will be painted also. It's just stands out too much since it's the only black part on the car besides the black by the mirrors.

[ispypsi]

yeah painted lip, a little lower, and some nicer wheels will make it look nice.

i dont mind the jdm bumper but it, like th usdm bumper, only works with the lip for it.

[PITCH]

I like the USDM Kouki bumper on black or darker colored cars. The optional lip just sets it off... USDM looks more "unique" AKA slightly borderline ugly but ath the point where you just like it. .The JDM Vs. USDM Kouki Bumper debate is just as hardcore as the SR Vs. KA LOL.

I got my front lip from a buddy of mine at cost, $100 BRAND NEW


Score. For the price I paid for mine last week I could have brought 3 of your lips + 16 Dbl Cheesburgers & Lg. Sprite from Mikey D's.

[SpeedMonkeyInc]

There, fixed it.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v482/OptionAero/New%20Wheels/DSCN13729676x507.jpg

Hella funny. This photo, it looks better. I will give you that. Maybe its because of the ride height or nice wheels.

[FRpilot]

I'm not a big fan of the JDM bumpers either. If I was going to spend that kind of loot on body mods I'd grab some Origin Labs stuff and do it right.

what do you mean do it right? its all preference on what kind of aero you want. theres no right or wrong way to do it unless you get cheap ass knock off shit that doesnt fit. i rather much have subtle clean looking jdm aero than aggressive gigantic origin or version select frp that will crack when you hit a racoon. (no offense daniel)

[IGSDann]

Or, do a turn signal delete... I've seen the USDM bumper become a much nicer one... http://www.image-upload.net/files/1640/crw_1411.jpg%20

I think it looks nice but whatever... the JDM one is cool too...

[OptionZero]

i hate how the bottom half flares out rather than in like the JDM version. that, and its still...awkward looking IMHO.

radical suggestion since I hate the USDM bumper with a vengeance:

sell kouki fenders, headlights, grill

buy Final Konnexion covers + zenki headlights, zenki fenders, etc, HID Retrofit + custom paint black housing
and...NAVAN BUMPER, which is designed for those sides and rear.

oh and sell the wheels
i learned my lesson. keep it stock till u can afford proper sizes. Never again do i go with random used unknown stuff just cuz its cheap.

[PITCH]

Or, do a turn signal delete... I've seen the USDM bumper become a much nicer one... http://www.image-upload.net/files/1640/crw_1411.jpg%20

I think it looks nice but whatever... the JDM one is cool too...


Man I should have done that when I repaired my kouki bumper. Maybe when I get some FMIC luv going on.

[khilgers]

Or, do a turn signal delete... I've seen the USDM bumper become a much nicer one... http://www.image-upload.net/files/1640/crw_1411.jpg%20

I think it looks nice but whatever... the JDM one is cool too...

damn, that looks badass. Much better than the JDM one. Any more pics???????

I've got a buddy that's really good with ABS plastic and he could definately do this. I mean he did put a Cayenne bumper on his Jetta and it fits perfectly.

[ayuaddict]

so deleted the turn signal and extended the front opening upwards.

looks hot

[!Zar!]

http://www.vadriven.com/eng/aero/brash-boy-front.jpg
Sell your aero and buy brash boy. Done.

[S14DB]

Paint it.

[TurDz]

OptionZero,

Don't be showin those stock pics of my car anymore...lol...

I was convinced to get the whole JDM aero package after seeing this pic:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v607/turdz/s14_jdm_aero.jpg

As you can see, when the car is lowered, the front lip awkwardness goes away completely, and its great features start to shine.

Anyway,

Suggestions to the Thread-starter
1) More flush wheels and tires
2) Paint match rear bumper & valences (even mine is off color)
3) Paint front Lip
4) Get a nice exhuast to finish it off :)

[Dunkee]

My opinion, I think kouki is very aggressive...bigger works better. I think a modified USDM looks better than JDM cause it's more aggressive. Like the one posted above and this..
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i303/dunkee1/DSCN1071.jpg
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i303/dunkee1/CRW_1381.jpg

JDM looks better when it has greddy or other aftermarket bigger lip. Like so..
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i303/dunkee1/226_2694.jpg

but for that you can just get a whole aftermarket bumper and it will be much cheaper.

[mistaanime]

check version select or origin body kits..kouki bumpers are great..but its just that a lot ppl have them.

[OptionZero]

Lip or not, the USDM front is boxy, flares outward awkwardly, and way too busy with all the holes and shit. It's gives the impression that the entire kouki front is puckering up, squishing together.

That red car needs to have its front end chopped off.

[IGSDann]

Jesus man, we get it! YOU don't like it. You can stop now and let everyone else get their 2 cents in.

That blueish purple one is hot.

[EchoOfSilence]

I don't like USDM front either. looks awkward.

[OptionZero]

Sorry I pulled a chmercer.

[spools14]

sell kouki fenders, headlights, grill

buy Final Konnexion covers + zenki headlights, zenki fenders, etc, HID Retrofit + custom paint black housing
and...NAVAN BUMPER, which is designed for those sides and rear.



You mean like this?

http://www.fortune-auto.com/images/ps_3.jpg

[BillKlineVT]

cmon Chris, stop showing off your sick ass car, it's making me jealous. I really like the look of that purple/blue kouki front... definitely would do that if I had a spare bumper laying around...

[OptionZero]

those look like glass...and in anycase, there's no HID retro in there

[spools14]

those look like glass...and in anycase, there's no HID retro in there

They are FK, and no.. there is no HID retro in there... although I have been considering doing a Q45 projector retro fit in there for a while now.

Here's a better pic for ya

http://www.msprotege.com/members/[email protected]/paint%204%20(Small).JPG

[partymonster 975]

there are some tough choices there.

[ManoNegra]

spools14 - Your car is beautiful. Makes me nostalgic about my old S14.

[khilgers]

I decided to send the zenki valences back in exhchange for the kouki valence and rear bumper.

Quick chop with new valences, bumper and painted lip
http://www.khilgers.com/forumpics/valence.jpg

Better??????

[OptionZero]

keep the zenki rears, they seem to be pretty unique

[lucky7]

ive been trying to figure out what the hell to do with mine. at first i really liked the Jdm front. but now i cant stand it really.... i hate it even more with a lip. i prefer the USDM WITH a lip. stock skirts, and im thinking jdm kouki rear and valences. hmmm. im not a body kit guy at all. so im having a hard time. i liked how on my honda, i had 50 billion lips to choose from. and that was all i had to do. lol. still not sure what im going to do with this car.

[Hailtothesilvia]

lower the rear more and get spacers

personally i like USDM kouki bumper w/ lip

that's just me tho

[khilgers]

lower the rear more and get spacers

personally i like USDM kouki bumper w/ lip

that's just me tho

no need for spacers, new wheels coming this spring. I was thinking of the Greddy Gravity's in gold:rawk:

http://storesense.megawebservers.com/stores/HS318/catalog/greddygravity_full.jpg

[Nizzan4u2nv]

I dont think those are greddy wheels.

[IGSDann]

Who cares, they look fucking mean as hell.

[chmercer]

lol greddy dosent make anything good.

thoes wheels are GPSPORTS. they sell them under "gravity" which is like their vip stuff, sedan kits etc. same thing as car-gallery.

if you get thoes deffinitley get them in the gunpolish finish. or at least white. that gold color is so cheesy.

18x9.5 +15 all around, only way

[Johny5]

you didn't pull a "chmercer" you pulled an OPTIONZERO. where you're opinionated crap is as one-sided as ours, only you happen to like aero thats completely disgusting and makes me barf 10x harder than food poisoning.

[khilgers]

they were labeled under greddy on the enjuku site. I like the gold, but I would rather have bronze. Definately not white though.

[khilgers]

To make you JDM whores happy. My kouki bumper and valences comes next week along with my gracer front lip. All I need now is the front bumper. happy?????

[ispypsi]

why are you building your car to please the zilvians? to me, that's worse than having no aero at all and running FWD wheels on your car.

[atom]

To make you JDM whores happy. My kouki bumper and valences comes next week along with my gracer front lip. All I need now is the front bumper. happy?????

Wait, so did you buy all that shit because a) you wanted it or b) because everyone else here told you the JDM bumpers were better? Cuz if it's B thats is totally weak. Who gives a shit what everyone else thinks it's your car.

[Edgar]

lol greddy dosent make anything good.

thoes wheels are GPSPORTS. they sell them under "gravity" which is like their vip stuff, sedan kits etc. same thing as car-gallery.

if you get thoes deffinitley get them in the gunpolish finish. or at least white. that gold color is so cheesy.

18x9.5 +15 all around, only way


Well Greddy just brings them over.
http://www.gravity-style.com/whe/whe.html

[khilgers]

I did it for myself. After looking at the zenki rear valences more I thought they looked funny. So I go the kouki valences and bumper instead. The valences tie into the rear bumper more, instead of just sitting on the side and looking awkward. I liked the USDM bumper with lip, but after seeing a couple pics of the JDM bumper with the greddy lip I immediately fell in love with it. I was just asking for peoples opinions. I can make up my mind for myself and that's exactly what I did. Of course some people are going to say that they like the USDM bumper better, but after careful consideration I decided to go JDM instead. I appreciate your opinions, but I can assure you this, I made my decision to make myself happy. And although I spent a lot more than I wanted to I am COMPLETELY HAPPY with everthing. Now I'm ready for paint in 3 months and motor swap in 4 months!!!!

[PITCH]

Man If I would have known that i'd have brought your Kouki lip.

[az_240]

Between the jdm bumper and the usdm bumper I like the usdm bumper with the lights shaved and front lip like that red automotion kouki... looks mean
The jdm bumper isnt agressive enough for me I dont think.

As for all aero... I have a VS 1 bumper along with zeal sides and nismo rear waiting to be installed/painted on my kouki this winter. Ill post pics when its done. If I dont end up liking the combo ill prolly just go all VS 1

[OptionZero]

so basically you're just gonna copy KOUKI KA-T's car

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v378/srhamlin/davidspics/226_2694.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v378/srhamlin/davidspics/226_2645.jpg

[chrisstroud]

so basically you're just gonna copy KOUKI KA-T's car.
There's worse cars out there to copy.

[OptionZero]

true, but that pic lets him know how it'll turnout

[TiNMAN]

You mean like this?

http://www.fortune-auto.com/images/ps_3.jpg

BLINNNNG!


OptionZero: yea man, i wanted to do the same setup as that silver one..but as far as the lip goes im still running my gracer. one of these days im gonna run up to davis and jack me a lip! j/k is it you or turdz that i sold my mudguards to? i remember it was one of you two from davis. anywho....................



TO THE THREAD STARTER: JDM owns. painted or not your car isnt gonna line up right. i never really liked the zenki valences though, so eh. the car just looks confused.

1. go jdm kouki rear bumper+valences, kouki sideskirts, unpainted frontlip.
2. keep the side+rear aero and slap a zenki frontend on there.
:coold:

[AzNCmB]

http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/6039/dscf0762smallmedium5gy.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
hey man, paint that lip white....it's pretty easy,....
I rattle canned mine....
process:
if that is black paint, remove it...if not
scuff it...
rattle can prime it...
then rattle can paint it...
easy, 20mins...

I didnt shoot any clear so that i can always touch it up if i were to scrape or kill cones....just keep a can in my trunk :)

[Brian]

No wing going on to this whip?

[vspec15]

Personally, i think the JDM front bumper looks best if the car is turbo'ed, hence the fatty innercooler being shown.
IGSDann- I agree, the bluish purple kouki is hot, except that i might change the rim color.
Rear spoiler Khilgers?

[OptionZero]

BLINNNNG!


OptionZero: yea man, i wanted to do the same setup as that silver one..but as far as the lip goes im still running my gracer. one of these days im gonna run up to davis and jack me a lip! j/k is it you or turdz that i sold my mudguards to? i remember it was one of you two from davis. anywho....................



TO THE THREAD STARTER: JDM owns. painted or not your car isnt gonna line up right. i never really liked the zenki valences though, so eh. the car just looks confused.

1. go jdm kouki rear bumper+valences, kouki sideskirts, unpainted frontlip.
2. keep the side+rear aero and slap a zenki frontend on there.
:coold:

Turdz bought your mudgards IIRC. Neither of us is in Davis anymore, good luck finding us! haha

[khilgers]

NO SPOILER!!!!! I was debating on getting the C-West mini spoiler, but I think I will go spoilerless. I saw a couple pics of it and I don't think I'm gonna get it. It WOULD go well with the subtleness of the kit, but I would rather go spoilerless.

[abunai]

Not really feelin it. Not a big fan of usdm kouki front. At least get a jdm mesh grille. I dont like the rear valences either, doesnt match(maybe just your pics). Sunk wheels with jumbo tires dont do it for me either. But, if you like it, its all that matters. BTW, I have jdm aero rear bumper and valences and IMHO it matches well, but you cant please everyone. Some people like aggressive aero some people like oem aero.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/4972/p10100090er.jpg
what s/s are these?

[Pstl_pete]

I personally love the Cwest front lip. Cheaper than the Nissan one and looks hella tight.

http://www.gonrad.com/200807/koukis141.jpg

[blueshark123]

nice 2 yr bump and their oem zenki skirts dumbass

[abunai]

nice 2 yr bump and their oem zenki skirts dumbass are they usdm zenki skirts?

[OptionZero]

they are optional jdm side skirts available on all jdm S14's

there is an identify this

or u could have PM'd the owner

let the thread retire

[mekaw]

nice but i dont think rear valence flows well though

[S14DB]

what s/s are these?

2006? for something you could have PMed the poster for? :rolleyes: