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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 06:56 PM
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if your not going to race or track the car. it really doesnt matter what wheels you get.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 07:04 PM
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if your not going to race or track the car. it really doesnt matter what wheels you get.
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There are more pics where those came from.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 07:07 PM
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^^ what rims are those because i wont get those, and i know i don't want to settle if im gonna do it im gonna do it the right way you know, which is usually the more costly way, and that's what i'm afraid of knock off website selling products that aren't reliable
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 07:57 PM
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Brand name, proven rims. Car was involved in a lateral impact enough to do severe damage to the vehicle. Rims were a bit scuffed up, and bent, but still holding air, allowing the car to safely get off of the freeway.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:04 PM
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they were forged i am assuming a huge selling point and favoring toward forged rims correct?
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by abice
they were forged i am assuming a huge selling point and favoring toward forged rims correct?
Forged rims generally are lighter than an equivalent strength cast rim. They also tend to cost 3x as much or more.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Gamedog
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There are more pics where those came from.
Holy $hit I take back what I said what wheels are these and would like to see more pics of this what should i google??
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:51 PM
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Just for reference, you guys should look up how much OEM wheels go for. There's a reason they cost that much
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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Don't skimp out on wheels, tires, or suspension. It's what your 3800lbs, $40K+ car is running on when you're going 80mph.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 10:34 PM
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i know exactly and the oem rims are forged right? and i do like them? and i don't want to skimp out anywhere on my car it's my baby i love it i want only the best for her you know what i mean the best quality the best parts, and if i can spend 4 grand next year and buy forged rims and really afford it then that would be better the oem are really good as is maybe a powdercoat of black would enhance the look
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by abice
i know exactly and the oem rims are forged right? and i do like them? and i don't want to skimp out anywhere on my car it's my baby i love it i want only the best for her you know what i mean the best quality the best parts, and if i can spend 4 grand next year and buy forged rims and really afford it then that would be better the oem are really good as is maybe a powdercoat of black would enhance the look
OEM not forged, but I'd be willing to put money down that they're stronger than a lot of aftermarket forged rims. They're also REALLY heavy, but they're made to take some heavy abuse.

Also, don't powdercoat rims. It's popular, but it does compromise the integrity of the metal due to the heat involved.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 11:05 PM
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So what should I do to give them a good paint job painting the stocks would be much cheaper for the time being I want black I know that
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Clutchr6
if your not going to race or track the car. it really doesnt matter what wheels you get.

I would say for race you need as lighter setup as possible, going from 18 inch to 19 for example will add at least 5 pounds of weight extra per rim + additional weight for bigger tire size.
I am upgrading my stock 18 to 19 OZ's soon and that fact doesn't make me very happy since more weight - > more gas as well.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 08:26 AM
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well i know that about the weight issue, however, if i was gonna race i would have a lot more money and be able to afford a lot more for parts, wheels and fi new block all that, but i'm not a racer not yet at least.....
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 10:31 AM
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If you want to race, buy a race car. You buy a sporty lux car to drive in comfort with a touch of performance
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