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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 08:02 AM
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That's how the RH multi-fit wheels work. They require an adapter which allows the wheels to be used with many different bolt-patterns. It's a special feature that RH offers on some of their wheels.
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Konky
actually got them for a great price from Ebay Ireland, brand new in boxes

I still haven't decided if I'm gonna run them or not, might just re-sell them for a couple extra bucks. I want wheels with dish this year, I just couldn't pass up the price for these.
Are you keeping the BBS'? Let me know if not!
 
Old Feb 3, 2008 | 05:53 PM
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Now i need to find a set for the GTI my dad just randomly bought
 
Old Feb 3, 2008 | 07:27 PM
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Your dad has just random good taste!
(but... Mini's obviously exhibit somewhat "better" taste!)
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 07:38 PM
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Quick pic of my track setup that i had for a while and newly installed aero grills- 16x7 konig bronze heliums with bridgestone re-01r's. (sorry its a bit dark)

 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 08:55 PM
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I wish they still made the Helium in 17" anthracite.
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 08:56 PM
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just paint em. takes like 2 hours.
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 07:29 PM
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Alright, so I've been toying with the idea of black wheels on my CR/W MCS, so I did a quick photoshop to see what it would look like. What does everyone think? (of the black wheels on a CR/W MINI, not my crappy photoshop job! LOL!)



These are ASA AR1s, but since they don't make them in an 18" anymore, I'm looking at the Konig Privat Netz, similar style.

Opinions?
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 07:39 PM
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the MC40 came CR/W with anthracite R90's. The black looks even better
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by PGT
the MC40 came CR/W with anthracite R90's. The black looks even better


Yeah, definitely not feeling the anthracite, but the black looks surprisingly good IMO! I highly value the opinion of a wheel ***** like yourself PGT! LOL!
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by rattmobbins
Alright, so I've been toying with the idea of black wheels on my CR/W MCS, so I did a quick photoshop to see what it would look like. What does everyone think? (of the black wheels on a CR/W MINI, not my crappy photoshop job! LOL!)



These are ASA AR1s, but since they don't make them in an 18" anymore, I'm looking at the Konig Privat Netz, similar style.

Opinions?
I say go for it.
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 08:20 PM
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just one wheel today...

 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 08:25 PM
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Sweet!

Originally Posted by WLSH BST
old81: I think they're loud here's a video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sfpE8MayRI
Love your "Conan" tag line
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 08:42 PM
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SeanKidd - I haven't posted to this thread for a long time unusual you should bring that up now - funny. Thanks anyway
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by rattmobbins
Alright, so I've been toying with the idea of black wheels on my CR/W MCS, so I did a quick photoshop to see what it would look like. What does everyone think? (of the black wheels on a CR/W MINI, not my crappy photoshop job! LOL!)

Opinions?
I like the black, but I'm not sold on the polished lip (but that's just me)

You could always tie it all together with checkered mirror caps
 

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Old Feb 5, 2008 | 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by SeanKidd
Love your "Conan" tag line
Conan stole it from Genghis Khan.
 
Old Feb 5, 2008 | 09:10 PM
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We just got a couple of sets of these in. Rota Torque in Hyper Black, 17x7.5". Sorry they're not on a car! But if we sell them locally, I'll try to snap some pics.

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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 05:03 AM
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What is the weight of these wheels?
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Originally Posted by Mach V Dan
We just got a couple of sets of these in. Rota Torque in Hyper Black, 17x7.5". Sorry they're not on a car! But if we sell them locally, I'll try to snap some pics.



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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 05:50 AM
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Dan, will those work with the new tire pressure units?
 
Old Feb 6, 2008 | 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by MisterDangerPants
these were just delivered this afternoon and I'm making a bee line first thing tomorrow morning to my favorite local installer. they're RH AQ wheels (17x8.5; ET35) and I really like the OEM look. selling my Compomotive MO wheels as they served me quite well.

so, I'm actually going to be able to install these. Joe from RH Wheels/GMP Performance called today and informed me that he really wants to get the wheel bolts for the adapters to work. he's going to have his shop custom machine a set (from OEM bolts), so I'm crossing my fingers that all will work and my MINI will be sporting these sometime next week. yippee!!! until then...
 
Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by chili_red07
I like the black, but I'm not sold on the polished lip (but that's just me)

You could always tie it all together with checkered mirror caps
Hmmm, and see the polished lip is what I love about them! I think it helps tie the wheels in with all the rest of the chrome, which I have no intention of "blacking out".

I've already got the checkered rearview mirror, valve stem caps, and sunroof, so I was thinking either checkered mirror caps or checkered side markers might look really nice.

We'll see...
 
Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:34 AM
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by ThePritchett
Wasn't sure about Black wheels on a CR/W, but I'm glad I did it. this photo is from a test fitting, they won't be on the car for real until Spring time. The black grill is photoshopped (poorly)



I bet they'll look even better on a clean car!
Your pic isn't working.
 
Old Feb 6, 2008 | 12:37 PM
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What is the weight of these wheels?
18.3 pounds.

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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by MisterDangerPants
so, I'm actually going to be able to install these. Joe from RH Wheels/GMP Performance called today and informed me that he really wants to get the wheel bolts for the adapters to work. he's going to have his shop custom machine a set (from OEM bolts), so I'm crossing my fingers that all will work and my MINI will be sporting these sometime next week. yippee!!! until then...
Those are cool!! Are they also available in 17x7.5 by any chance? You mention adapters - do they not come in MINI bolt pattern? Where did you find these?

EDIT: I found the website. 17x7, 4x100, +45 offset available. Veeeeeeery interesting...

http://www.rh-wheels.com/index.cfm?P...tail&PID=67574
 

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