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    Very Expensive Wheel

    Taken from an OT post on Maxima.org Featured at the 2004 Paris Tuning Show, AWR announced the world's most expensive wheel. A joint creation of AWR, a prestige brand specializing in car customization that markets several high-spec ranges of products throughout Europe, and the world famous...
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    Informal Testing/Review

    At yesterday's meet in Madison, WI, a fellow Maxima owner and I decided to perform an informal test. We wanted to see if there was any difference in Pinnacle Souveran and S100. We used his freshly detailed 2002 Maxima (Super Black) as the test vehicle. He applied S100 to the front door and I...
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    Question about cleaning "spinners" or "Spreewells"

    Every time I see a set of spinners, I wonder if the baskets are removable for easier cleaning. If not, how would they be cleaned?
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    Here we go......

    For several years, I have been contemplating opening up a shop. Being the (pun intended) detail-oriented person I am, I try to look at every possible angle to make sure things are going to be successful for me. Here's what I have in mind: a) Storefront Detail Shop b) Mobile Detail Service...
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    Smile.....

    Taken from the Chicago Sun-Times Website: http://www.suntimes.com/output/news/cst-nws-workzone31.html Cameras to bust speeders March 31, 2004 BY SHAMUS TOOMEY Transportation Reporter Radar-activated cameras would shoot photos of cars speeding through tollway work zones under a...
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    Copyrighted Material Warning

    Posting of copyrighted material without prior written permission from the authors will be construed as copyright infringement by the moderating staff. The offending thread will be removed immediately and the offender will be issued a warning via PM. Repeated offenses will be grounds for...
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    FYI: Auto Show Pics

    Considering that it is Auto Show Season, I know that many of us will take pictures to share on Autopia. With that in mind, there has been a new section in the Gallery for that purpose. Please submit any pics from Auto Shows to the new Auto Show Gallery.
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    Something from the files of Maxima.org

    One of the posters presented this problem to the folks on Maxima.org. Vehicle: 2003 Honda Accord Coupe When I saw that, I was beyond :angry: because I have an intense dislike for racists and hoped that the cops catch the perps who did this. I dispensed the following advice...
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    Interesting Article on Domestic vs. Import Quality

    I read this while putzing around on AOL. What do you think? Foreign car or domestic? Reputation isn't the only factor By Aviya Kushner • Bankrate.com Mechanics, consumers and car analysts all tick off the same names when asked for the most reliable cars: Honda and Toyota...
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    Volvo S60R

    I admit, there are very few cars that would make me reconsider getting another Maxima but this particular Volvo is intriguing. What do you guys think of it? Would it be as cramped as a WRX in the interior for guys of my stature?
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    New Car Prep

    This is a little something I am currently writing up for another detailing forum I moderate. I hope this can be of some help to those who bought a new car. :D http://www-new.nissanx.com/f0rums/thread.php?threadid=3394&boardid=54&page=1#6
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    Garage Organization and Cabinets

    Recently, I went to pick up a water heater with my father at a nearby Sears and saw some nice cabinets by Craftsman. What do you think?
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    Take a gander at this

    http://www.dpchallenge.com/?PHPSESSID=3f122d08e9ce5621fe62088bbce89e70
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    Anyone use these products yet?

    http://www.cragarcarcare.com/index.htm
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    The lemon list

    Here's a site with info on cars that are known lemons: http://www.lemonlaw.com/lemonlist.html
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    Buying a car out of state

    As you all have read in the Lesson Learned from Taxes thread, I am planning to buy a 2003 Maxima SE Titanium Edition in Polished Titanium from a private party in CT. What I will be doing in this thread is sharing my experiences and lessons learned as I go through this process. Lesson #1...
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    Lesson Learned from Taxes

    Someone once said that there are two certainties in life - Death and Taxes. Even when you make a purchase on a new vehicle, taxes come into the picture quite heavily. For instance if you are an IL resident living in the City of Chicago, you are liable to pay two taxes. The first tax is the...
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    4th Gen Maxima Cleaning/Detailing

    One of the most common of all Maxima Generations is the 4th Gen ('95 - '99). The model designation for these is A32. There are some particulars to cleaning those as well. a) Like the 3rd Gens, the grille design is quite difficult to clean (especially on the '95-96). You will need a brush to...
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    Most hilarous signs/bumper stickers seen while driving.

    What are some of the more humorous signs/bumper stickers you have seen while commuting or driving in general?
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    3rd Gen Maxima Cleaning/Detailing

    The Third Generation Maxima covers Model Years 1989 - 1994. This variant has an internal code of J30. These vehicles are fairly easy but have a few quirks. a) The wheels are clearcoated. However, the wheels are usually polished aluminum. The best way to deal with them is to clay, polish...
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