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Old 11-13-2005, 05:59 PM
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NiCE...tyre's*********************langston******** *****

have u any pix from the rear to see how well they fill the fenders??!!
 
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langston: you still have the white roof, dude, what is the matter?
 
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different!!

so they dont stick out that much, i see from the pic...... what offset?
 
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Originally Posted by ariercetinberk
Yep 16x7.5, correct? that is the way to go, 11.5ibs, correct?
yep and yep. it's the ultimate street wheel for true enthusiasts.
I only consider SSR or Volks, sometimes BBS.
 
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I am between BBS RCs ('cause they are true German) and SSRs. The only thing makes me think on BBSs is that the wheel is only comes in 17s



Originally Posted by kenchan
yep and yep. it's the ultimate street wheel for true enthusiasts.
I only consider SSR or Volks, sometimes BBS.
 
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Old 11-13-2005, 07:19 PM
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BBS RCs

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I am between BBS RCs ('cause they are true German)
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that's my boy Angelo, he always knows what Berk is all about,

back to wheels, enough hijack for today


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Originally Posted by ariercetinberk
langston: you still have the white roof, dude, what is the matter?
LOL - Yeah I don't know what to do with the roof - I'll either go all black or a bad *** roof graphic
 
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Old 11-13-2005, 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by joker
so they dont stick out that much, i see from the pic...... what offset?
I think 45 - I THINK!!
 
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Old 11-14-2005, 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by ariercetinberk
I am between BBS RCs ('cause they are true German) and SSRs. The only thing makes me think on BBSs is that the wheel is only comes in 17s
yeh, if i get ever get a BBK 17's would be my choice. I just don't like
the wheel gap between the rotor and rim when using factory brakes.

but on the R90's the gap is minimized as the inner spokes are modular
and fills up the gap. kinda like th LM's.
 
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Originally Posted by kenchan
yeh, if i get ever get a BBK 17's would be my choice. I just don't like
the wheel gap between the rotor and rim when using factory brakes.

but on the R90's the gap is minimized as the inner spokes are modular
and fills up the gap. kinda like th LM's.
Just so I understand, you guys are just talking aesthetics here, right? (How the brakes "look" not how they "stop.") In theory, I'd think more clearance around the rotor/caliper = more air flow = better cooling, up to a point. I never thought of brakes as a fashion statement myself, but I'm not surprised some do.
 
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Very...

g00d point!!

but they sure l00k KiLLER behind sum open spoke wheels
 
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Well, the first statement is not 100% true, but you don't advocate the idea anyways. Second, the brakes are not fashion statement, however those Brembos, and AP Racing BBKs look damn good. Always bling factor, XALFA, always. Anyways, this would be a nice thread if you want to discuss more


Originally Posted by XAlfa
In theory, I'd think more clearance around the rotor/caliper = more air flow = better cooling, up to a point. I never thought of brakes as a fashion statement myself, but I'm not surprised some do.
 
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The stock brakes stop fine when coupled with 12lbs wheels like the
SSR Comps especially for street. I don't have any plans to swap them
out.

Rotors/Calipers are a fashion statement for some (not to me...I don't
care to paint my stock calipers), but when there's a HUGE *** gap
where there shouldn't be, it just looks damn awkward.

It's like love handles hanging from a guy wearing a nice 3pc suit.
you think they look good until you take a closer look.



Originally Posted by XAlfa
Just so I understand, you guys are just talking aesthetics here, right? (How the brakes "look" not how they "stop.") In theory, I'd think more clearance around the rotor/caliper = more air flow = better cooling, up to a point. I never thought of brakes as a fashion statement myself, but I'm not surprised some do.
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 02:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Taffy
Just mounted. They are Motegi Racing FF7 18x7.5 Black w/P Zero Nero M&S.
See gallery for more pics.
Looks good!
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 02:55 PM
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Yokohama Advan RG-II's
17x7.5 @ 16lbs
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 03:00 PM
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MSFIT, those are really, really nice. I always wanted to ask you about them but never got around to it. I know those are pretty expensive wheels, how much did they cost you(if you don't mind me asking ). Thanks.
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by benthevegan
MSFIT, those are really, really nice. I always wanted to ask you about them but never got around to it. I know those are pretty expensive wheels, how much did they cost you(if you don't mind me asking ). Thanks.
I bought the car with them on already, but they are about $475 a rim.
 
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nice!
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 03:56 PM
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man those are expensive my 18" 16 pound forged 003 were onley $239 a peice
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by 4GAZM
man those are expensive my 18" 16 pound forged 003 were onley $239 a peice
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 4GAZM
man those are expensive my 18" 16 pound forged 003 were onley $239 a peice
they are not exactly comparable... hhahaha

rgIIs are about comparable to Volks.. TE37s in that size are about 400 bucks each


by the way MSFIT... LOVE your wheels! wish i can afford them
 
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Old 11-15-2005, 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by kyriian
they are not exactly comparable... hhahaha

rgIIs are about comparable to Volks.. TE37s in that size are about 400 bucks each


by the way MSFIT... LOVE your wheels! wish i can afford them
I agree it just amazes me how people throw numbers around as if the quality is the same..

Anyone can make a forged wheel but the level of quality is very different..

A Rays, BBS, OZ, Yokohama are all super high quailty. If you ever get the chance look at the finish and the feel of a high end wheel compared to a low end forged wheel.. More than the price may surprise you.
 


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