rahail240 Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 hi guys,are there any more finished pics of the subtle z kit out there.found this in the search but would like to see some more just to make up my mind.bought another 240 from california getting shipped to england soon and would like to restore it with this kit in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 I was thinking the same....I have this kit for sale as of right now but I have been thinking of keeping the front fenders and air dam to use with YZ flares on my Z. If you go their site, there are a few more pics with Z with the kit on. Clive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mario_82_ZXT Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 That car looks familiar... Local club member Mario Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74_5.0L_Z Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 My car has the SubtleZ fenders and quarter panels. The hood and front air dam started life as the SubtleZ pieces, but I modified them just a bit. The tires on the car are 245/45/16 Hoosiers mounted on 16x8 wheels with a 5" backspace. As you can see, I have room for wider tires. I'm wanting to try some 275/35/15. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 Wow your car turned ou really good! Never had seen it painted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CArFAn Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 are these kits still for sell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
260DET Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 My car has the SubtleZ fenders and quarter panels. The hood and front air dam started life as the SubtleZ pieces, but I modified them just a bit. ............................................................. Well you've done a very good job, thats one of the best modded S30 shapes around. Plus it looks like you put it to good use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rahail240 Posted November 9, 2007 Author Share Posted November 9, 2007 thanks mario and 5.0l for those pics.just what i was looking for.i'm surprised these kits are not more popular.they suit the z body perfect and give you a chance to fit nice wide rims without affecting the lines of that classic sexy shape we all love.cheers boys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Juday Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 are these kits still for sell? http://www.reactionresearch.com/automotivedetails.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinOlson Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 For those that purchased the subtle Z kit: Where you happy with the fit and finish as received? Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roamer Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 I don't want to hyjack, but this question seemed appropriate to this thread. John Washington advertises that you can get a 9.5" rim underneath. I was thinking of using a 245/275 tire combo. Does anyone know if this will fit under the SubtleZ flares? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v8dats Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 that will fit under the stock body with minor mods and the right offset/backspacing. so yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74_5.0L_Z Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 If you look at the pictures that I posted above, you will see that the 245/45/16 tires have lots of clearance. This is on 16x8" wheels using a 5 inch backspace. So obviously, the 245 fits easily on the front. This same tire and wheel combo rubbed the lip of my stock fenders. Here is a picture of the car before the body kit: With the SubtleZ kit, I have about 1.5" clearance up front and 1" in the rear. With the extra clearance available, I lowered the car 1" up front and 1/2" in the rear. The 275 could be made to work on a 10" wheel if you use the correct combination of wheel diameter, backspace and spring. A 17x10" wheel with 5.5" backspace combined with a 8 inch coilover will allow the tire to fit inside the wheel well with the SubtleZ flares. The key is to get the spring perch above the widest part of the tire. For now, the 245/45/16 tires fit in such a way that I can lower the car onto the bump stops without fear of the tires rubbing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Juday Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 I have SubtleZ front fenders with 265/50/15's on 8" rims with 4" backspacing. There is plenty of clearance and I can lower it as far as the coilovers allow with no rubbing. As far as quality: I don't think you can find fiberglass pieces as fine as John's for less than twice the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilC Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 I have SubtleZ front fenders with 265/50/15's on 8" rims with 4" backspacing. There is plenty of clearance and I can lower it as far as the coilovers allow with no rubbing. As far as quality: I don't think you can find fiberglass pieces as fine as John's for less than twice the price. Pics of your car please..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Juday Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 Pics of your car please..... http://www.reactionresearch.com/280yz/danjuday/danjuday.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roamer Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 Thanks guys. So it sounds like the 275's will fit out back with careful planning. I was debating between 17's and 18's (don't really like the look of the 18's - out of proportion) and the 18's might be preferred to provide clearance on the coilovers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AkumaNoZeta Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 I got a question about the kit. Are they complete fenders and quarter panels or just flares molded onto the car's body? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 tuff z Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 http://www.reactionresearch.com/280yz/danjuday/danjuday.html your z is sooooo cool dan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Juday Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Grim, they are complete fenders. The fronts bolt on. They will require some carefull fitting and some minor triming. You will need to drill the mounting holes. Use your old steel fenders as a pattern. The rears bond on and are complete up to the beltline of the fender. Fit and secure them with 2" wide masking tape. Then attach them to the body with four or five self drilling sheet metal screws. The scews act as your alignment pins for bonding. Remove the tape and the screws and glue them on holding them in place with the screws. You may also need to use some tape in places for proper fit untill the epoxy is set. Then remove the screws and finish. 1 tuff z: Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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