Author Topic: Shopping for Some New Kicks (Read 17266 times)

Go-N Def · « **on:** January 28, 2010, 11:33:21 AM »

Since y'all are graciously funding my modding habbits in the form of your hard-earned tax dollars, I figured I ask you guys for some websites where I can buy a new set of wheels. Oh, I need the size and bolt pattern while we're at it. Thanks!

lil goat · « **Reply #1 on:** January 28, 2010, 02:36:29 PM »

Hi Mike, or should I say Chief, bolt pattern is a 110, knowing you and your lead foot, I would say get 18X9's for the rear with a 45mm offset or something close to that, you can get the same for the front or 18X8's with a 55mm offset, that is the stock size. The 18X9 will get you to a 275 tire in some brands and a 265 in others. I like the staggered look, but not everyone does. I think Tire Rack has the best prices and a decent selection, Discount Tire ahs a few that fit, Gravana has some, Werks has some and I believe Kappasphere has some too.That should get you started.

Critterman · « **Reply #2 on:** January 28, 2010, 10:30:23 PM »

I think you should write Foust and have him design some custom wheels for you

Go-N Def · « **Reply #3 on:** January 28, 2010, 11:42:16 PM »

I'm not trying to spend THAT much of your tax dollars!

1LILNDN · « **Reply #4 on:** January 29, 2010, 12:05:37 AM »

Mike Wheel Deals in Reisterstown ,MD has some Smart Wheels and performance tires to go with . They have good prices to.

IBDRINKEN · « **Reply #5 on:** January 29, 2010, 01:10:17 AM »

correct me if im wrong but I believe that you could run 35 offset as well but your wheels will stick out a little bit not sur how much. I think ghost is running them on his car

Go-N Def · « **Reply #6 on:** January 31, 2010, 01:28:07 PM »

I'm looking for something with a little more custom look to it. I want to go chrome with a black inlay.

LiquidPT · « **Reply #7 on:** January 31, 2010, 02:21:18 PM »

Quote from: Critterman on January 28, 2010, 10:30:23 PM

I think you should write Foust and have him design some custom wheels for you

Tanner Foust the rally car driver and drifter?

I'm really hoping you meant Chip Foose...

Go-N Def · « **Reply #8 on:** January 31, 2010, 07:51:03 PM »

Ok, enough about rotors and jet dynamics... Start your own threads! This one is about finding me some wheels...

Gentleman Jack · « **Reply #9 on:** January 31, 2010, 08:50:18 PM »

so selfish....

Gentleman Jack · « **Reply #10 on:** January 31, 2010, 09:04:03 PM »

Ok, Mike, here you go. Trying to get you back on track...

GJ

G8TR · « **Reply #11 on:** January 31, 2010, 09:33:49 PM »

Love the Foose wheels, hate all the little bumps that stick up. Must be hell to keep clean.

DeepBlueGXP · « **Reply #12 on:** January 31, 2010, 10:16:54 PM »

Mike, Discounttire, tirerack and http://customwheel.com/custom_wheels/carfigurator.php are some site to check

Go-N Def · « **Reply #13 on:** February 01, 2010, 09:27:54 AM »

GJ, I like those wheels, specially the top one, but I'm with G8TR on the little knobby things. Might go with that if I can't find anything else...

Joe, I looked at tire rack and discount tire already, but I'll try out the custom wheel site...

Critterman · « **Reply #14 on:** February 01, 2010, 11:23:36 AM »

How about something like this? http://customwheel.com/custom_wheels/product_info.php/products_id/33722
The have some wild ass wheels

Ben L · « **Reply #15 on:** February 01, 2010, 12:15:23 PM »

Go-N Def · « **Reply #16 on:** February 01, 2010, 12:31:18 PM »

Gee thanks Ben, I was actually looking at those...

wspohn · « **Reply #17 on:** February 01, 2010, 12:58:49 PM »

Afraid I have to vote with Ben on this one. Tastes vary, but for me, anything with fake rivets or flashy nonfunctiopal add-ons rub me the wrong way. Those particular wheels wouldn't look out of place in reduced size form hanging from a Christmas tree. No offence intended.

lil goat · « **Reply #18 on:** February 01, 2010, 01:12:04 PM »

Check this site out, it's than manufacturers site, lots of people sell enkei. And Solstice-Sport one of our sponsors sells them as special order.
http://www.enkei.com/performance09.html
This one looks about right for you, the wheels are gay too.

Critterman · « **Reply #19 on:** February 01, 2010, 01:26:00 PM »

Comedian,
We think alike, that is why I posted those wheels for Ben, errrrrr I mean Mike, sorry Ben forgot you are still in the closet, not out like Mike

wspohn · « **Reply #20 on:** February 01, 2010, 01:32:22 PM »

Funny, everyone seems to be dead set on lower weight, even the guys that aren't competing. Not that this is a bad thing, it is always good in principal (as long as strength isn't sacrificed).

But I can't help wondering what a Kappa would look like with some retro wire wheels as used on old British and new rods. As it happens, they make them in 18" x 8".....

Ben L · « **Reply #21 on:** February 01, 2010, 02:16:54 PM »

Its an appropriate response to the last few posts, so I'll do it again . . . .

You guys are dehydrating me with all these hideous wheels.

Remember, its Kappa PER-FORMANCE, not Kappa PIMP-FORMANCE

Sorry Go-N-Def, I gotta call 'em like I see 'em, and those are not for me. I'm sure they would look fantastic on your car; especially stylish for those ocassions when you are busy keepin' you beeatches in line.

wspohn · « **Reply #22 on:** February 01, 2010, 03:01:10 PM »

Ben, it could be worse.....

Critterman · « **Reply #23 on:** February 01, 2010, 03:09:11 PM »

WS, I think Ben was looking at those for his Daytona

Ben L · « **Reply #24 on:** February 01, 2010, 03:19:05 PM »

I love it! The "Care Bears" Coupe!!!

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