FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv

Good choice !!! thumbsup

Z-type wrote:: Lol Dave...

I think you guys helped me pretty good with this decision. I'll be getting the SE14's, likely wrapped in General Altimax's at 235/55/17. I still need to do more tire research, but I have a set limit I'm trying to keep myself under. I had those same tires on my Bonneville and they did great and lasted nearly 7 years between the former owner and me, and gripped pretty darn good.

What's your ETA to installation? I'm looking forward to pics! bounce

Haha sorry to disappoint you Charlie but I probably won't install them until Late March. There's no point in this area (PIttsburgh, basically the same as you) to get them until I know the weather will behave a little bit. I have saved about 3/4 of what I need, so I'll be buying them in the next few weeks but won't mount them until later.

I'm anxious too, very excited.

nah, that's the date I was hoping for. Not no, summer 2013 BS. RAD!!!

I waited until April to install mine. There was still a little snow on the ground though!

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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

Maybe I'll do it on my Birthday then, it's on the 16th of April happy

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Wait, that was soap on the ground, not snow. What was I thinking?!! bonk

https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t2p60-my-1998-sc-rivera

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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

AA wrote:: Wait, that was soap on the ground, not snow. What was I thinking?!!

https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t2p60-my-1998-sc-rivera

AA, these are the same wheels as yours, right?
http://toledo.craigslist.org/pts/3531876426.html
FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 28 3Ef3K63La5G45Kb5Jed18bf651db19e431dcd

FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 28 3Ef3K63La5G45Kb5Jed18bf651db19e431dcd

What do you think of that price?

They look alot like his, but I would have to say that one being damaged and repaired would hurt the price. I don't think they are worth that much IMO. I also don't know what these wheels go for new either.

These are exactly the same as mine (size, color, offset). In 2010 I bought 4 in perfect condition for $500 with 50% rubber, so price seems fair if they are in good shape. Don't really need the 5th wheel, but they don't make them anymore, so...

Things to consider:

Those 40 profile tires are a bit small - it will throw off your speedo/odom unless you get a tune.

You'll need hub-centric rings. See hub/bore/lug thread for info on that.

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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

I'm not getting them. I like them, but I can't have the same wheels as you, Aaron! tongue

Sure you can. I really don't care! Personally, I think this wheel looks better with darker paint though.

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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

I am looking for a light weight, 5 or 7 spoke, silver rim. maybe a polished lip, maybe not.18" or 19" would be nice wink

Hardest part is finding a wheel that's not made in China. Goodness!

Here you go guys - finally got these things delivered and installed!

Sport Edition SE-14's (17x7.5, +45 offset) with Continental ExtremeContact DW's in size 235/50/17. The tires are within 1/2" of stock height, being just slightly taller.

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FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 28 DSC05676

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More pics can be seen here:

https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t9360p195-back-in-black#158536

Those rims look just perfect on the Riv.
It's so nice to see someone buying new rims that are not black. Rivs were meant to be sporty & classy. (no offense intended to anyone)

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I myself prefer chrome but the wheels in black are a good match I reckon.No?

Those look awesome! i have always thought a set of the GTP Comp G wheels with different center caps would look really nice on a Riv

Thanks everyone!

You know what's funny Tyler, a friend of mine mentioned those same wheels just the other day for me. I think they would look awesome, if you mean these:

FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 28 40thAnnivGrandPrix

FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 28 40thAnnivGrandPrix

In what country are the Sport Edition SE-14s made?

China

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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

Unfortunately they're cast in China.

https://2img.net/h/i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m532/fbodyNATION/Casino18rims001.jpg
Those are nice too, but these are the ones i was talking about. I might even like those ones better though! haha

LINK

Anyone know what country these Savini wheels are made in?
FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv - Page 28 Avarus_av6_sm_ci3_l

I couldnt find by searching.

Last edited by th3fr4nchi5e on Fri May 03, 2013 9:12 am; edited 1 time in total

charlieRobinson wrote:: Anyone know what country these Savini wheels are made in?

I keep finding that their headquarters is in Anaheim, CA but cant find anything about where they are manufactured.

Edit: According to this, made in Germany
http://www.mambotheme.com/mitsubishi-avarus-wheels/

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