The Moderately Low (Not Slammed) and Functional Thread

[roy obanion]

Looks great!

thanks! I've been wanting to get a set of new wheels, but I can't really find anything else I like (within my budget).

PM me if you want to get rid of the RX8s..

 

[PrinceValorum]

Hahaha. I have a few more B-Spec photos I can show. I wish I hadn't sold those springs, but I'm glad they went to someone who is enjoying them a lot.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3170/2961347562_99f3cc9ae1_z.jpg

The rust has erm, "matured" a bit since then..

I don't know how I've missed this thread??? I've just turned in my non-slammed status membership.

http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv106/oem-plus/cul-de-saciv.jpg

Probably the best looking OEM wheels I've seen on a P5! It keeps that super clean look that makes you do a double take and then ask yourself if it came from the factory that way. You then realize it didn't come from the factory that way, but decide it should have!

 

[oem plus]

^Ha! That is exactly what I was going for! I used BMW as an inspiration for the look. I love how BMW's look great from the factory. They always have the best OEM wheels and factory ride height. I just tweaked mine a little more. Thanks everyone for the comments!

 

[CTt3P5]

Looking good OEM.....the wheels look great on the P5. I have a set currently mounted on the wife's 3 but since she's not lowered I won't clutter this thread with stock height pics. lol She saw a pic of them on ebay and fell in love with them.

 

[02.5MP5]

Very nice P5! Have you considered painting the top grill piece silver to match the car? I think it adds just a touch of completion to the P5's.

hmm never thought about it...now im def considering it

 

[THE Phen]

You've seen it right? If not, look at my first post in this thread. I think I have a pic of my car with it done.

 

[02.5MP5]

what did u use to paint it with?

 

[justanothermp5]

what did u use to paint it with?

car paint...lol

Looking good OEM.....the wheels look great on the P5. I have a set currently mounted on the wife's 3 but since she's not lowered I won't clutter this thread with stock height pics. lol She saw a pic of them on ebay and fell in love with them.

why not? wagon did, so go ahead and post those up (thumb)

 

[Wagonbacker9]

why not? wagon did, so go ahead and post those up (thumb)

what did I post that was stock height? or, is this just another retarded troll attempt of yours to piss me off?

 

[justanothermp5]

just making a statement, and dont you have stock rear ride height?
or was i misinformed?

edit: ment suspension, not ride height
and while im editing...can you define troll for me, just curious, thanks!

 

[Wagonbacker9]

just making a statement, and dont you have stock rear ride height?
or was i misinformed?

edit: ment suspension, not ride height
and while im editing...can you define troll for me, just curious, thanks!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troll_(Internet)http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y42/BlueBatmobile2005/Mazda Overlays/P1010002.jpg

so, as I understand it, you would find it more acceptable if I put in tein drop springs, which would actually raise the height of the back of the car? or spend the time and energy to put the spools I have in the basement in, which would barely change the ride height, if at all?

 

[ucMP3]

Yes, he's on stock struts, and 2 stock springs.

 

[justanothermp5]

would it not improve the handling to put the rear 2 in? (the spools)
i didnt think you really cared about ride height, figured you cared more about fuction

 

[Wagonbacker9]

would it not improve the handling to put the rear 2 in? (the spools)
i didnt think you really cared about ride height, figured you cared more about fuction

only definite change would be linear (stock) vs progressive (spools... and I don't care what you read, I've seen the springs, they're definitely progressive) springs. I prefer the predictability of my linear rears, because then the point where traction is lost is more consistent than with a progressive spring. With how it is set up now, it oversteers as long as I'm not mashed on the pedal, so I prefer it this way.
seeing as nobody knows what the spring rates on the spool springs are, it would be impossible to say if it would improve the handling or not even if you're factoring out my preference in driving style completely.

so... do I still not belong posting in this thread?

 

[ucMP3]

Enough of the pissing contest. I think it was more or less a joke, Wagon.

 

[batou079]

they're being kosher, i see no problems.
discussion & debate is fair.

 

[Droopy]

Let Wagon in!

 

[ucMP3]

He is... lol

 

[Tungsten6]

theres really isnt a In/out for this thread. basically if your lowered and dont have illest stickers on your car, your in.

 

[justanothermp5]

only definite change would be linear (stock) vs progressive (spools... and I don't care what you read, I've seen the springs, they're definitely progressive) springs. I prefer the predictability of my linear rears, because then the point where traction is lost is more consistent than with a progressive spring. With how it is set up now, it oversteers as long as I'm not mashed on the pedal, so I prefer it this way.
seeing as nobody knows what the spring rates on the spool springs are, it would be impossible to say if it would improve the handling or not even if you're factoring out my preference in driving style completely.

so... do I still not belong posting in this thread?

okay, makes sense, i just always wondered why u didnt put the backs on
i mean your lowered in the front, and this is a function thread too so you fit right in

Enough of the pissing contest. I think it was more or less a joke, Wagon.

no lol for once i actually WASNT trying to piss wagon off