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what style wheels on a gs?

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Old 07-24-04, 08:14 AM
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Originally posted by legendary
congrats D....I found my answer.
Now, it is cool that you picked up IF with all the problems we have had....that is interesting...possibly a fix for us worrying about getting scammed like that guy last year. Site looks good so far
That is actually one of the things that led me to launch the project. While purchasing my wheels, I formed a rapport with the management over at iForged. I ordered my wheels one week before a buddy of mine. But my friend used a local vendor, and he had alot of issues (shop closed yadda yadda), so I had to intervene on his behalf to ensure iForged knew that HE was not doing anything funny and make sure he got his wheels. Luckily for him, he knew where the owner of the speedshop lived, so he was able to get his deposit $$$ back. I have done alot of research and a VERY large portion of iForged issues relate to their vendor. Such was the case with the whole RDM fiasco. In Brooklyn, NY there was one dealer that scammed ALOT of people, and that is not good.

Anyway, I figured I could use my professional experience to fill that gap (because we all know iForged personnel are not the best at customer feedback / rapport). I would be glad to help you out Leon, just let me know.
Old 07-24-04, 08:56 AM
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Originally posted by F4Luder
lol well i hope u understood what i was talking about ....... that price is not for the set ...... i was just saying that my budget for 4 rim WITHOUT the tires is around $1600. i hope its a lil more clear this time
20x 8.5s like these are in your price range



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Old 07-24-04, 02:16 PM
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Originally posted by rodel
20x 8.5s like these are in your price range


thanks rodel ...... thats kindda the answer im looking for, where i can kindda see the pic or something of a rim in my range .... more rim pics are welcome

thanks guys .......
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Diablo Lionhart 20" chrome is about 1650 wheels alone

Old 07-24-04, 04:39 PM
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Originally posted by DGOT20s
Diablo Lionhart 20" chrome is about 1650 wheels alone

that looks good ..... thanks DGOT20s ..... do you carry the diablo line?
Old 07-24-04, 08:01 PM
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My personal opinion if you go 20's you should shell out the extra dough for some quality wheels. For those wheels your looking at in the lower price range your just asking for headaches in the future. the larger the wheel the more likeliness to bend, crack your wheels...... get some nice multi piece and save yourself the headache.



I'm really startin' to feel the Lowenhart LDR's in black.... I bought the LD1's and powdercoated them black.... but the face curves out so it makes my lip action look alot smaller. the LDR's really let the lip be known..... anyone wanna trade
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Originally posted by F4Luder
that looks good ..... thanks DGOT20s ..... do you carry the diablo line?
yes, if you want some Diablo's I can get them for you.
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I actually found 20" wheels that are not only very affordable, but also available in a staggered set-up. The ADR Sterlings are available in 20x8.5(38offset) and 20x9.5(35offset). If I had a budget and need wheels right away, I would pick these. The design is clean and it comes with a decent lip.




I hope the owner of this car don't mind me using the pic.

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Old 07-25-04, 05:35 AM
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Originally posted by rodel
20x 8.5s like these are in your price range


I don't know about these wheels, I am sure you can do better than that. Not to offend, but they look cheap and on the GS they may look anorexic.

I will tell you right now, those wheels have very little lip action. You mentioned you want lippage on a budget, well you might want to check in to some Axis wheels if you refuse to purchase a higher end wheel due to your budget constraints. Axis makes wheels that have 2 - 4 " lip, and are not overly expensive.

Here are some examples....then go to DGot20s and get them.
The caveat here - they only go up to 19 x 8.5 and 19 x 9.5. Guess you got to give somewhere....but I think there is a GS here that had the Milano's, and it looked pretty good once lowered.


Axis Supermesh





Axis Milano





These wheels have like a 3.5" lip and are available staggered.



And D, I appreciate that - seriously, I may be talking to you on some staggered 20s for my next project. I will let you know as soon as I make a decision.

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