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Old 12-08-01, 04:45 PM
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Hi Guys,

My Wheel project is now complete. I have converted my SS7's from Gun Metallic Gray to Stardust silver. I am very happy as the design of the rim is more prominent. Let me know what you guys think...
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Old 12-08-01, 04:46 PM
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A second view...
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Old 12-08-01, 04:50 PM
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before....and after...GREAT, now the BIG break is even more prominent...talk to you soon, Brent
Old 12-08-01, 04:52 PM
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wow looks really good, like them better than the old.
Old 12-08-01, 05:13 PM
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Looks good guy, but now there's something wrong with your sig pic...
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Looks great Brent.. Wheels actually appear to look bigger now.. Good job and it didn't cost too much either!
Old 12-08-01, 05:58 PM
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It looks much better now.Nice work
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looks much better, but you do loose that stealth look that you had before...

and your brakes look REALLY nice!
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One thing that really stands out and doesn't look too good in my opinion is the orange side markers....they look ok my GS cause its gold, but on a black it messes everything up, you should try to make them white/clear and see if you like it better
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The silver looks nice. I think they even make the wheels look bigger than before. Looks like they really did a nice job on the powder coating.
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I agree that they do look a bit bigger! I think it's because there is bigger distinction between where the wheel ends and the tire begins. With the darker color the wheel blended with the tire and was lost in the shadows. As for the stealth look, I am happy to trade it with a better look overall. Thanks for all the input! New sig will be forthcoming...

Brent
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new sig uploaded. Nice design Brent!
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Hey Brent, looks sharp! Although I'm kind of a fan of black/dark grey wheels, I think that look only works if you have a silver or high polished lip...

Anyways, nice .sig too...
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Default Much nicer!

Brent,

the new (sort of) rims look great. That color is a nice choice.
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Looks very good!!!


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