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New wheels for 95 Triple black?? | Yes | | 33% | [ 1 ] | No | | 67% | [ 2 ] |
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al_roethlisberger Junkie
Name : Al Roethlisberger Age : 55 Location : Sanford, NC Joined : 2013-03-12 Post Count : 960 Merit : 24
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Sep 16, 2013 7:51 pm | |
| Well, I guess $5k+ offers some "exclusivity" to some degree ...and here I am obsessing on whether to "invest" $300-400 in some refinished wheels | |
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AA Administrator
Name : Aaron Age : 47 Location : C-bus, Ohio Joined : 2007-01-13 Post Count : 18452 Merit : 252
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Sep 16, 2013 8:14 pm | |
| The guys on the ATS forum had similar thoughts. I think one said something like: "wheels or turbo kit, which do I choose?" 400+ HP turbo kit is about the same amount, btw. They're outrageous, but I expect they're up there with BBS in quality. Probably USA made, too.
Most of us are spoiled on prices of Chinese alloy wheels, me included. _________________ '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 ^^^ '70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles^^^ SOLD ^^^ | |
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DEMonte1997 Aficionado
Name : Rick Age : 46 Location : CT Joined : 2009-03-03 Post Count : 1429 Merit : 37
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Sep 16, 2013 10:16 pm | |
| I get that those rivets are functional but man they really screw up the look of that style... and $5000??? Ugh... I'm toiling over spending $800 on a set of 20" truck wheels. | |
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AA Administrator
Name : Aaron Age : 47 Location : C-bus, Ohio Joined : 2007-01-13 Post Count : 18452 Merit : 252
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Sep 16, 2013 10:58 pm | |
| So I did some reading on 2-part rims...
Those rivets area actually titanium nuts & bolts, as they are a true 2-part design. They're going for the track look, so the fasteners have appeal in that respect, but it's really all about function.
2-part wheels allow the rim to be forged while the spokes are cast. This means the rim can be stronger while the spokes are lighter. They'll take hits from curbs without serious damage, and if you do manage to hurt one, just order a spare rim, not the entire wheel. This might even be covered under the warranty (better be for $5k!)
Also 2-part wheels give a lot more custom options for wheel widths and offsets. So to get the exact same options they did for ATS, a single piece might have been even more expensive.
These wheels are for racing hours on end without bending or cracking a rim. I could see how someone who purchases an ATS as a weekend track toy would buy them. They're already throwing money into the fire with all the other related expenses: fuel, tires, repairs, etc.
For a street rim, I agree they don't make much sense! _________________ '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 ^^^ '70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles^^^ SOLD ^^^ | |
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llamalor2112 Junkie
Name : Evan Age : 32 Location : Granite Falls, WA Joined : 2012-07-13 Post Count : 852 Merit : 13
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Oct 29, 2013 4:45 am | |
| Anybody know of a set of Buick Rally type wheels with our bolt pattern and 16"? Impossible dream? I'd like a set anyway.....sigh | |
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96_Juggernaut Fanatic
Name : Todd Balestrini Age : 41 Location : Beaufort S.C. Joined : 2013-07-08 Post Count : 293 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Fri Nov 01, 2013 1:48 pm | |
| I need honest opinions on these: Link was up late tearing my hair out deciding which rims to order. these are what im left with this morning. keep in mind im also doing most of the chrome trim on the car black:I have the tires selected, along with KYB struts and mounts. my finger is on the order button and they can be here by Wednesday next week but I need some input. | |
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96_Juggernaut Fanatic
Name : Todd Balestrini Age : 41 Location : Beaufort S.C. Joined : 2013-07-08 Post Count : 293 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Fri Nov 01, 2013 5:54 pm | |
| Ordered... I'll put picks up next week | |
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joshuadalegrimes Addict
Name : josh Age : 43 Location : harrodsburg, ky Joined : 2012-09-02 Post Count : 501 Merit : 13
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Fri Nov 01, 2013 5:54 pm | |
| i like them but when i get some i want more lip on them. these cars already make people think they are rwd, i wanna add to that lol | |
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charlieRobinson Expert
Name : Charlie Age : 39 Location : Knoxville, TN Joined : 2011-05-17 Post Count : 3924 Merit : 31
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Fri Nov 01, 2013 6:10 pm | |
| I can dig em. I wish tire rack had a bigger selection for the Riv or there was another website we could check out.
From what I gather, it's either craigslist or tire rack. | |
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96_Juggernaut Fanatic
Name : Todd Balestrini Age : 41 Location : Beaufort S.C. Joined : 2013-07-08 Post Count : 293 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Fri Nov 01, 2013 6:16 pm | |
| - joshuadalegrimes wrote:
- i like them but when i get some i want more lip on them. these cars already make people think they are rwd, i wanna add to that lol
I totally agree, that was one of the few things that I did not like about them, they practically have a flat face. also, I'm gonna spray those center caps to cover up the lame "sport tuning" logo | |
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96_Juggernaut Fanatic
Name : Todd Balestrini Age : 41 Location : Beaufort S.C. Joined : 2013-07-08 Post Count : 293 Merit : 5
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Nov 04, 2013 12:23 pm | |
| Rims/Tires came in, 2 days before estimated, Gotta love TireRack ! | |
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Abaddon Expert
Name : Scott Location : Macomb, Michigan Joined : 2010-02-24 Post Count : 4315 Merit : 185
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Nov 04, 2013 1:13 pm | |
| Those wheels kind of look like mine, but black | |
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Johnny5 Fanatic
Name : Going Nowhere Fast Age : 38 Location : Louisiana Joined : 2013-09-11 Post Count : 459 Merit : 1
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Wed Nov 06, 2013 7:21 pm | |
| - 96_Juggernaut wrote:
- Rims/Tires came in, 2 days before estimated, Gotta love TireRack !
I love the interior colors I wanted mines peanut butter but I have to settlel with this green instead | |
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Johnny5 Fanatic
Name : Going Nowhere Fast Age : 38 Location : Louisiana Joined : 2013-09-11 Post Count : 459 Merit : 1
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Wed Nov 06, 2013 7:34 pm | |
| And these 20's make it hard to take a cruise in the neighborhood now without feeling every pebble | |
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Sir Psycho Sexy Junkie
Name : Tyler Age : 30 Location : Temperance, Michigan Joined : 2012-06-22 Post Count : 948 Merit : 20
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Jan 20, 2014 12:32 pm | |
| http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4231554403.html
What do you guys think of these?
Im getting tired of my chrome wheels... | |
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deekster_caddy Master
Name : Derek Age : 52 Location : Reading, MA Joined : 2007-01-31 Post Count : 7717 Merit : 109
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Jan 20, 2014 12:48 pm | |
| - Sir Psycho Sexy wrote:
- http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4231554403.html
What do you guys think of these?
Im getting tired of my chrome wheels... Not sure what "brand (repaved)" means, but they look nice. For $450 w good rubber that's not a bad deal. | |
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AA Administrator
Name : Aaron Age : 47 Location : C-bus, Ohio Joined : 2007-01-13 Post Count : 18452 Merit : 252
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Jan 20, 2014 12:49 pm | |
| Those are nice wheels, good price. Make sure the wheel offset, width, and tire size will fit your car. 45-50 profile tires look best on 18"s, imo. _________________ '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 ^^^ '70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles^^^ SOLD ^^^ | |
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Sir Psycho Sexy Junkie
Name : Tyler Age : 30 Location : Temperance, Michigan Joined : 2012-06-22 Post Count : 948 Merit : 20
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Jan 20, 2014 1:18 pm | |
| He said they are 225/50/18s, and they were on a Pontiac Montana, which i would have to assume is a similar offset. It seems like those tires dont get great reviews, but if they are nearly new, it would be hard to pass up. | |
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matt270avian Expert
Name : Matt Age : 28 Location : Frederick, MD Joined : 2012-01-15 Post Count : 2681 Merit : 54
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Mon Jan 20, 2014 2:15 pm | |
| Those look really nice. I would hop on it if I were in Michigan. If worst comes to worst you can resell them for profit. | |
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th3fr4nchi5e Addict
Name : Dave Age : 31 Location : Cheektowaga, NY (Buffalo) Joined : 2010-10-31 Post Count : 572 Merit : 30
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:50 am | |
| By "repaved" he might mean the tires were retreaded. I would definitely ask about that as well because generally, retreaded tires kind of suck. | |
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deekster_caddy Master
Name : Derek Age : 52 Location : Reading, MA Joined : 2007-01-31 Post Count : 7717 Merit : 109
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Jan 21, 2014 11:18 am | |
| - th3fr4nchi5e wrote:
- I would definitely ask about that as well because generally, retreaded tires kind of suck.
yup | |
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ghpcnm Aficionado
Name : Dave Age : 72 Location : FLORIDA / The Stand Your Ground State Joined : 2011-02-21 Post Count : 2044 Merit : 23
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Jan 21, 2014 3:23 pm | |
| I didn't even know they did retreads anymore for passenger cars. | |
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Sir Psycho Sexy Junkie
Name : Tyler Age : 30 Location : Temperance, Michigan Joined : 2012-06-22 Post Count : 948 Merit : 20
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Jan 21, 2014 3:45 pm | |
| I didnt know retreading was ever a thing... That seems super sketchy. | |
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ghpcnm Aficionado
Name : Dave Age : 72 Location : FLORIDA / The Stand Your Ground State Joined : 2011-02-21 Post Count : 2044 Merit : 23
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Jan 21, 2014 4:01 pm | |
| - Sir Psycho Sexy wrote:
- I didnt know retreading was ever a thing... That seems super sketchy.
Back in the '60s it was quite common. Today, it's still common for heavy duty semi-truck applications, but I didn't know they were still doing it for passenger cars. | |
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Sir Psycho Sexy Junkie
Name : Tyler Age : 30 Location : Temperance, Michigan Joined : 2012-06-22 Post Count : 948 Merit : 20
| Subject: Re: FAQ: Rims, Wheels that Look Good on the Riv Tue Jan 21, 2014 4:17 pm | |
| Similar concept to re-soling a boot? I will definitely have to ask the guy about that. That might be a deal breaker, especially since the tires arent anything special to begin with. | |
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