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GS wheel test fit pictures: did I go too far?

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Old 11-08-05, 01:58 PM
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looks too streched and far outside of fender for me. also,if you drove through a puddle or something it would roost the whole side of your car. even my 245/40 18x8 +45 do that in front a little.
Old 11-08-05, 02:24 PM
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Right click , save to ZONE folder, upload to site!!! lol

Although it is more on the aggressive it, its not TOO much, also the tires are still meaty! As we discussed it was these types of aggressive fitments that truly pushed the envelope at HRE, this is IMO what ZONE truly needs to establish a secured footprint in the marketplace. Agressive, yet reasonable fitments on fully modified vehicles

Those that think its too far, remember that Falken Fk451 has a really thick shoulder, I bet withh 255/30 add 285/25 spec this setup would look even more audacious. Sometimes its better to just debut, preview pics lead to debate and conjecturing!! LOL
Old 11-08-05, 03:31 PM
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Whats the lip sizes?
Old 11-08-05, 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Ronsully
just my opinion. I think the rims are too wide for that tire or vice/versa (tires are stretched). Also, I think that might be too agressive of an offset (it looks like it will rub the rim lip )

The tires are stretched on purpose. Part of the vip look. That's not even that radical of a stretch either, from the looks of it.

Looks good to me.
Old 11-08-05, 03:43 PM
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That's perfect. Those tires are not even stretched that much. I'd say keep it as is.
Old 11-08-05, 04:20 PM
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Haha... I knew what Derrick would think! Good points, all - as Chuckb said, I am also concerned a little bit about showering the sides of the car with rocks and debris- especially with a new paint job!

The good news is that the tires a stretched a little, so the tread width (effectively) isn't as aggressive as the lip of the wheel. Derrick is also right about the shorter tires looking cooler- the 255/30-20 and 305/25-20s are quite a bit shorter than my current set-up.

I have been considering our new 21" wheel (forged one-piece), but I can't get as much lip as the three-piece stuff. 21s would be sick, though... and they'd be about the same overall diameter as my current 255/35 & 285/30-20 set-up (I would use Toyo T1-R 255/30-21 + 295/25-21).

Here are two more pics with different angles. In person, the wheels don't look quite as aggressive= the wide angle lens distorts the pictures somewhat and emphasizes the center of the image (in this case, the wheels) more.

Bob
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Old 11-08-05, 04:21 PM
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Here's the rear, as seen from the front of the car:

-Bob
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Old 11-08-05, 05:44 PM
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Hell yeah, now that's what I'm talkin' bout...somone not afarid to get crazy-aggressive with their offsets. Looks proper
Old 11-08-05, 05:49 PM
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same here bob, i think it's a bit too much. it looks to me they stick out too much now. with your old setup i already think the rear is right against the "wall" and the front is a bit too much out.

you are crazy and yeah, with these wheels, i would be concerned with all the rock chips
Old 11-08-05, 06:45 PM
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If this is what you're after it looks great. Personally I would go with a little less +offset.
Old 11-08-05, 06:46 PM
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Looks just rite
Old 11-08-05, 10:34 PM
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It is a little out there for me too. The stretched tires are helping to keep the look reasonable. If you wanted VIP, this is what they do.
Old 11-09-05, 12:47 PM
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Bob, I like it.
Go for it dude!!!
Old 12-04-05, 07:23 PM
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dont know how i missed this but it looks great Bob
Old 12-04-05, 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Seize
Hell yeah, now that's what I'm talkin' bout...somone not afarid to get crazy-aggressive with their offsets. Looks proper
I agree....Very proper!! Not too many willing to do something this agressive, but it looks absolutely beautiful!

John


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