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Old 12-17-2004, 02:29 PM
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What do you think?

http://www.custom-wheels-car-rims.co...earch=&Sortby= The one im thinking about is the second from the bottom on a SSBN with spolier a-spec eventually.
Old 12-17-2004, 04:31 PM
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MY Vote

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Old 12-17-2004, 04:37 PM
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Gotta agree, pretty ugly... IMO
Old 12-17-2004, 04:40 PM
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Daat DA61 Chrome 18x7.5 inch???

Don't like it...
Old 12-17-2004, 05:26 PM
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ehhhhhhh.... srry but its kinda
Old 12-17-2004, 06:03 PM
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One good thing about that wheel, you won't see too many of them because you will probably be the only one in the whole world driving on them.
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IMO, DA60 looks better, but i don't like any of those for TL.
Old 12-18-2004, 07:16 PM
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I couldn't put anything chrome on my TL. Get some gun metal wheels.

I say no. Don't do it.
Old 12-18-2004, 07:26 PM
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Please step AWAY from the chrome wheels...

especially those...

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Old 12-20-2004, 03:36 PM
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Ok what about http://www.aaarims.com/custom/baccarat.shtml KOLOGNE
Old 12-20-2004, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by RJANACONDA
Yeah get those, the Gold Emblem package, Have all of your brushed aluminum chromed, limo tint the windows and throw some curb feelers on .... maybe one of those big boomerang antennas on the trunk ...

Or to put it another way ... umm no I don't like it
Old 12-20-2004, 05:37 PM
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Im open for suggestions i havent really seen any that i really would like with out getting something everyone else has or looks like what everyone has i want it to stand out in a good way but not be too copy cat.
Old 12-20-2004, 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by RJANACONDA
Im open for suggestions i havent really seen any that i really would like with out getting something everyone else has or looks like what everyone has i want it to stand out in a good way but not be too copy cat.
if you get those rims , you wont have to worry about having a copy cat

because nobody else will own those
Old 12-20-2004, 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by RJANACONDA
Im open for suggestions i havent really seen any that i really would like with out getting something everyone else has or looks like what everyone has i want it to stand out in a good way but not be too copy cat.

My friend it looks like you like large overstated chrome Bangers, There's absolutely nothing wrong with that my friend, I dont understand why people dont appreciate the fact that many different people have different tastes . I personally wont be going chrome with my set-up, however I can see what your looking for and here are some suggestions.

Siren Detata


Koatic Z-5


Lsportline Model1


Niche F16


Thats just a taste, hopefully you will find something you like man
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Can anyone here recommend a good set of 18" rims. I'm looking for something with no bright crome (least amount of bling possible), yet has a sporty look. I like the OEM A-SPEC rims, except they are crome!
Old 12-21-2004, 09:43 AM
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Originally Posted by gbriank
Can anyone here recommend a good set of 18" rims. I'm looking for something with no bright crome (least amount of bling possible), yet has a sporty look. I like the OEM A-SPEC rims, except they are crome!
The OEM A-Spec rims can be had in silver or chrome. Also, you can still find last year A-Spec rims on E-Bay in gunmetal (close to anthracite).
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Sweet! I think I may have found a set of gunmetals! Now, the question is what type/brand tire should I use? Since i'm in North Texas and I do travel to Chicago on occasion, i'm thinking about a set of ultrahigh perf all-seasons. I've narrowed it down to three choices:

1. Yokohama AVS dB S2 ($166 per tire at Tire Rack)
2. Pirelli Pzero Nero M&S ($150 per tire at Tire Rack)
3. Michelin Pilot Sport A/S ($241 per tire at Tire Rack)

Size choices? 235/40R18 or 245/40R18?

Lastly, the guy at the Rack suggested that I get a TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). Something to do with having low profiles and low pressure that can lead to rim damage. Ideas?
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Originally Posted by gbriank
Sweet! I think I may have found a set of gunmetals! Now, the question is what type/brand tire should I use? Since i'm in North Texas and I do travel to Chicago on occasion, i'm thinking about a set of ultrahigh perf all-seasons. I've narrowed it down to three choices:

1. Yokohama AVS dB S2 ($166 per tire at Tire Rack)
2. Pirelli Pzero Nero M&S ($150 per tire at Tire Rack)
3. Michelin Pilot Sport A/S ($241 per tire at Tire Rack)

Size choices? 235/40R18 or 245/40R18?

Lastly, the guy at the Rack suggested that I get a TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). Something to do with having low profiles and low pressure that can lead to rim damage. Ideas?
Pzero. and at least a 245/40/18 tire size. no drop? you may want to look at a 245/45/18. TPMS is nice to have.
Old 12-22-2004, 09:18 AM
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I have the Mich Pilot Sport A/S 245-40-18. I really like them. I wouldn't go with 245-45-18, that size will furhter mess up your speedometer, mileage, abs, etc...

The 245-40-18 is also slightly off from the stock circum, but is better than 245-45-18.
Old 12-22-2004, 10:23 AM
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Yuck!
Old 12-22-2004, 11:14 AM
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Lokius I like the Koatic z-5 thanks. I probably wont be getting rims until after i get my body kit put on first
Old 12-22-2004, 03:27 PM
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id stick w/ some more angular rims. the round spokes dont suite the TL in my opinion
Old 12-22-2004, 05:39 PM
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I've got the rims!!!! YES! If you are looking for the gunmetals, it appears that there are a few left in California and my local dealer has 2 more. On to tires.....

Captain: I looked at the Michelins on Tire Rack and they appear to be a great tire. Got to reading the review posts and it appears that the center rib on the tires tend to wear prematurely (wear range 15000-20000 mi). For $241, I expect to get something that will wear a little longer (30000 mi). I've heard the Pirellis have issue with tramlining. That leaves the Yokohamas. They're snow traction isn't the best, but are "supposed" to be quiet as all get out. Any other recommendations before I purchase? Toyo?
Old 12-23-2004, 05:58 PM
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I chose the Pirellis and got the SmarTire TPMS.
Old 12-23-2004, 11:43 PM
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Originally Posted by gbriank
I chose the Pirellis and got the SmarTire TPMS.
The Pirellis were my second choice. I chose the Michelins because Costco had them cheap and NTB matched the price of the tire and install. However, NTB included a mileage warranty with this tire which no one else does. I got all 4 installed with a mileage and road hazard warranty for $980, driveout.
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I checked Costco too....with tax and install $1183. I got the Pirellis + TPMS for $1013 delivered. $80 for mounting and Hunter roadforce balance + $90 for 4 wheel alignment + free stems + free install of TPMS = $1183

It's expensive. I hope that the new rims and tires improve the ride.

After all is said and done, I have 4 17" rims and 4 BS tires. What to do..... How long can you store these things? Any special storage? Would it be better to sell them? E-bay?




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