FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 17:22

Thank You

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 17:26

...yeah,I think you should send 'em my way for awhile so as I could test 'em for ya?I'll put 'em thru their paces..ya know?

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 17:32

Sure thing amigo! Tested wheels are always a plus!

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 18:18

Beautiful Rims !!! Good for a point on looks and price.

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Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 18:41

Thanks Dave. smile

Every once in a while Craigslist comes through.

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 20:15

Nice score Carl. I have them on my Riviera, and I paid double that.

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98 Riviera SC3800 All stock except gutted air box.
1970 Buick GS455 Stage1, TSP built 470BBB, 602HP/589TQ
Best MPH, 116.06 MPH, Best ET, 11.54
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Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 20:35

Thanks Larry. I think I'm going to follow your plan on the caps. Keep these for special days and run the knock offs daily.

I get the feeling these caps all have targets on them the way Caddy hood ornaments did in the 80/90's.

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sat 28 Apr 2012 - 20:44

The Roadmaster wrote:: Thanks Larry. I think I'm going to follow your plan on the caps. Keep these for special days and run the knock offs daily.

I get the feeling these caps all have targets on them the way Caddy hood ornaments did in the 80/90's.

Definitely. I have more peace of mind with the knock offs, and they don't look bad. Fit is perfect.

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98 Riviera SC3800 All stock except gutted air box.
1970 Buick GS455 Stage1, TSP built 470BBB, 602HP/589TQ
Best MPH, 116.06 MPH, Best ET, 11.54
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHCda-t_Jls
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfT2tEO4XcU

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue 1 May 2012 - 13:35

Carl (The Roadmaster), I think I am going to have to hate you. Just kidding. However, I do not like Vickie (the seller of those rims) because I saw those on sale on CL when she posted them on Thursday. I had my brother-in-law (who lives in Howell) ready to buy them on Friday when she emailed me to WAIT UNTIL SUNDAY to see her. I re-arragned my schedule so I could get out there on SUNDAY (I was not busy on Sat) and buy those rims. I had cash on hand, her address and I agreed to pay what she was asking. Then BAM, she emails me that they have been sold. mad

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue 1 May 2012 - 13:59

Oh My ... she did say that someone was interested in them.

I reminded her of the infamous "Craigslist Croakers" ... the ones that say I will see you tomorrow then never show. Roger, I'm not saying that you are a croaker but who hasn't dealt with one before?

Her apprehension was being alone at her home with a stranger showing up ... which I definitely understand. It was my good fortune that her son was home at the time or I wouldn't have gotten to see them either. Don't fault her for being careful. The internet is a scary place full of unsavory characters.

Sorry that another forum member was trumped on the deal.

Subject: wheel fitment Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 12:49

Ive oddly found 18x9 wheels ( they look like cobra replicas) with our correct offset and spacing etc. will a 9 inch wide wheel fit under there? i wont be running them ALL the time, swap them out in the winter. advice?

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 13:09

My 18x8.5 wheels fit fine all around. Not sure about 9" wide.

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'95 Celica GT 2.2L • 5-spd • 165k miles • 0-60: yes

'98 SC Riviera • 281k miles • 298 HP/370 TQ • 0-60: 5.79s • ET: 13.97 @ 99.28 • 4087 lb • 20.1 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:30
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Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 13:40

What size tires will you be running?

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 14:07

It might be close, but I think a 9" wide would probably fit. I'm running 18.5 like Aaron and I have no problems.

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 15:54

Good point by Dave. For 245 wide tires, a 45 profile might work; 40 profile would fit for sure, but ride starts getting harsh, and the tire/fender gaps look too large, imo. Maybe consider a 235 w/45 profile to be safe.

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'05 GTO 6.0L • 6-spd • 95k miles • 0-60: 4.8s • 16.9 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:26

'95 Celica GT 2.2L • 5-spd • 165k miles • 0-60: yes

'98 SC Riviera • 281k miles • 298 HP/370 TQ • 0-60: 5.79s • ET: 13.97 @ 99.28 • 4087 lb • 20.1 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:30
3.4" pulley • AL104 plugs • 180º t-stat • FWI w/K&N • 1.9:1 rockers • OR pushrods • LS6 valve springs • SLP headers • ZZP fuel rails
KYB GR2 struts • MaxAir shocks • Addco sway bars • UMI bushings • GM STB • Enkei 18" EV5s w/ Dunlop DZ101s • F-body calipers
EBC bluestuff/Hawk HP plus • SS lines • Brembo slotted discs • DHP tuned • Aeroforce • Hidden Hitch
^^^ SOLD ^^^ frown

'70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles
^^^ SOLD ^^^ frown

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 16:29

As long as you don't go taller than a 45 profile tire, the 9" rims should work out fine (post pics)

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 19:23

thanks guys, ill post pics when i can, i do plan on lowering the vehicle, 1-2 inches maybe. tire size was my next question but it seems that its already answered. btw, ghpcm, what size wheel and tire are you running on your riviera.? i also thought about putting newer buick rims on mine just in case.

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 19:57

highwaywarrior wrote:: ghpcm, what size wheel and tire are you running on your riviera.? i also thought about putting newer buick rims on mine just in case.

I'm running 245/45/18 Rims are off a Buick LaCrosse

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 20:28

very nice sir..

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 14 Jun 2012 - 20:51

Thank you and in case I haven't already said it...WELCOME TO OUR GROUP !!!

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sun 17 Jun 2012 - 17:02

whered you get the buick wheels?

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sun 17 Jun 2012 - 18:50

highwaywarrior wrote:: whered you get the buick wheels?

I got my rims and tires from MVP Wheels http://www.mvpwheels.com/ The tires (Michelins) and 18" rims are take-offs from a 2011 Buick LaCrosse w/ 0 miles. Price was $1100.00. Shipping was an additional $200.00. I also had my wheels professionally redrilled and machined to an exact fit, which was another $350.00. Total investment $1650 & WELL WORTH IT IN MY OPINION. (New car ride unlike many aftermarket rims) FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 26 Oem1010

FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 26 Oem1010

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Sun 17 Jun 2012 - 19:53

Speaking of rims...I ordered a set of these 18s for my wife's 3000GT
FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 26 Nano5h10

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 21 Jun 2012 - 0:07

I got the blue rims for the 3000GT mounted today and didn't like them at all (not my style). I sent them back mad

Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Thu 21 Jun 2012 - 0:23

yeah.I didnt want to say anything but dere hideous.

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