What's up guys!? I'm back with another Maxima Modification. This time I've done something that I wanted to do ever since I got this car...
I finally got some new wheels & tires
They are 2005-2006 Nissan Altima SE-R 18×8 forged aluminum wheels. After months and months of looking for wheels I came across these for super cheap, $40 on Craigslist, and just couldn't them up despite the rough condition. Naturally, because of the rough condition, I decided to fully restore them.
The Restoration Process
1st: I cleaned & sanded down all of the wheels
2nd: I applied bondo to the curb rash
3rd: I sanded down everything so that it was smooth to the touch
4th: I cleaned the wheels again with rubbing alcohol
5th: I sprayed 2 coats of grey Automotive primer
6th: I sprayed 3-5 light coats of Rustoleum Charcoal Metallic paint on top
The whole process took about 2 weeks due to working around my School & Work schedule but I think it could easily be done over a long weekend
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currently working on a YouTube video of the whole process
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Pics Below
Final product
After I finished the restoration process I went down to my trusted tire shop & got some brand new Nexen N5000 tires thrown on them. I even got some new black lug nuts to complete the look. They're by no means perfect but I wasn't going for perfect. All I wanted was a good looking Factory set of Nissan wheels and I think I successfully accomplished that.
Until next time guys.... Thanks for reading and as always keep your eyes open for more mods
~Isaac (vette1999)~
Comments (34)
Those wheels look amazing on the car. The black on the wheels tie in with the black grille. Great looking car :heart_eyes:
Thanks bud, that's the whole reason I chose the color I did. :+1:
Thanks bud, that's the whole reason I chose the color I did. :+1:
Looks awesome. Makes me want to DIY mine.
Thanks, you should definitely DIY yours. Makes a world of difference for only a couple of bucks.
Those look really nice man
Thanks man!! I picked them up for super cheap and restored them myself.
Thanks man!! I picked them up for super cheap and restored them myself.
Reply to: AX5 Engineering
Yea they definitely fit the car really nice they give it a little more character.
Definitely fits the car very well. Great find on the SE-R wheels.
Thanks, someone has to continue with Maxima content on here!! I couldn't believe my eyes when I found those wheels but sometimes you just get lucky.
Those look great
Reply to: vette1999
Yea its awesome when stuff goes well. Anything planned for the Maxima soon
Reply to: ZacTak
Oh yeah, I've got quite a bit planned for 2019. Everything from exhaust to body work & lighting upgrades.
Reply to: vette1999
Thats awesome can't wait to see whats next