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I got R90's on my MCS 17x7s with the DSST SP9000's. They're great
for show, but the weight of the wheelset is bothering me while braking. I want to keep the mesh-type style for 17's as the brake discs (especially on the back) are super tiny. Im very materialistic about wheels and do not like to buy knock-offs on my cars. I am looking at the BBS RGR's but the offset is an agressive +38mm. I am worried that since my ride is not lowered, the wheel would look like it's sticking out too far. The ASA AR1 are +42mm @ 21lbs, but literally a knock-off of BBS. I only plan to wrap Yok Spec2's in 205/45/17 as I want to keep the shoulder of the tire rouneded to keep the wheel gap from standing out too much. I do not want to alter my suspension on this car (no lowering springs). My cheapest route would be to just get some Spec2's wrapped on my R90's...but I want to keep the runflats for long trips. suggestions??? (its been bugging me for the last few weeks)... |
Ken, I have actually been considering the BBS RGR’s as well. It’s not that I don’t like the OZ Chrono EVO’s, it’s more that I really want the RGR’s…my spare is useless for the front wheel, so I have fix a flat in the boot. I have heard the RGR’s are a fantastic wheel, but have not seen them on an IB MINI yet.
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Thanks for the input.
dan, I checked tirerack's site..I was about to place the order for the RGR's when they gave me notification that they are out of stock. kinda lost the momentum... :roll: The volks are nice, but I want to keep my MCS looking some what 'pretty' not too sporty. I have a modded WRX for that. |
out of stock? dang...although maybe it's better for the time being. Weather is still iffy around here for summer tires.
It really is a gorgeous wheel. A very classy choice. |
>>Thanks for the input.
>> >>dan, I checked tirerack's site..I was about to place the order for the RGR's >>when they gave me notification that they are out of stock. kinda lost the >>momentum... :roll: >> >>The volks are nice, but I want to keep my MCS looking some what 'pretty' >>not too sporty. I have a modded WRX for that. >> >> If you're looking for something pretty, I such a set of Panasports. They're only available up to 16" but they are a classic look for the Mini. And you can get them in IB. See... http://panasport.com/Mini%20Cooper.gif |
What's the weight on the panasports? They're pretty cool. I've seen that style on the classics...
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...color matching wheels in those colors are kinda ugly...
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Kenchan,
Take a look at Superlites http://www.superlite-wheels.com/ IMHO they are incredible...but real pricey... Many models to choose from. Here's a few examples... http://www.superlite-wheels.com/wheelpage.asp?cat=4 Peace, D :cool: |
Ken, another thing to consider with the Parada Spec2's is the noise factor after 6 or 7 thousand miles. Even after recommended rotation, the road noise is significant. They are a very sticky and attractive tire, but do get loud. You may be running them already on the WRX though, so I am not sure if you had experience with them....
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I'll add another vote for the Panasports. Jerseygirl has them on her MCS and they are the best looking wheels for a MINI in my humble opinion. Additionally, 17" wheels just don't look right on a MINI to me...
We weighed the wheel/tire combo and with a SP9000 they are about 41 lbs. I believe the bare weight is about 17 lbs. |
Yeh, the panasports are cool wheels, I've yet to see it in person on a
mcs.. d- wow, i didn't even know about Superlites. this one kinda looks like yours in a different color. thanks. I looked at their designs, but not sure if its the direction I want to go as they look super sporty. Some of those wheels would look good on a AE86 (drift machine). :sad: The TK5's (speededitions) I got as my winter set is kind of the direction i want to go for aftermarket. I don't want the elaborate tuner type design, but more of a subtle factory look. Maybe I should just get a factory set??? _________________ 03MCS IB/Blk: 123, Aerokit, R90 17x7, Anthrasite Int, TK5 16x7, 6CDMP3, etc. http://members.aol.com:/teined/images/tny.mcs |
Check out these links. You can have a wheel made to preferrance; offset, look, size. Price very competitive with the RGRs and VERY orginal.
Keizer wheels Kinesis wheels Kodiak wheels Jongbloed wheels HRE wheels |
HRE's are awesome, but not in the same price league as the RGR's...they start at over $600 a wheel. But you can bet you will be among the few running them on a MINI....
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I like the Superlites. They even have a magnesium wheel. But they don't show their weights. Anyone know what they weigh?
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