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With all the wheels threads, here's what I'm thinking....

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Old 03-27-08, 08:00 AM
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Default With all the wheels threads, here's what I'm thinking....

... maybe this year...for my Smoked Granite, 18x8 all around.... thoughts?
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That will work.

I love that finish with SGM.
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Me too... will see if I can work it in for this year.... if they ever fix the roads after this winter!!!!
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why not 19?
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If you're going to buy new wheels, you might consider going to 19's. It'll definitely improve the look of your car.
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stick with 18" if you are not going to lower the car. 19' for sure if you do plan or have already dropped the car! 19" rims will still allow enough rubber for those roads. Have the same issues in IL
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18 is too small. Go 19 with different rims (maybe TE37s even though they are damn expensive...)
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Originally Posted by Signal_jp
why not 19?
I second that!
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Originally Posted by Seize
I second that!
Decisions, decisions.... haven't decided on lowering yet.... so for now 18s... appreciate the input!!!
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Try this:

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/tweel-airless-tire.htm
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Those will look like 17s. Go at least 19s.
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nooooooo, i dont like em, go with 19's
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19s or nothing!!!!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by rdgdawg
Decisions, decisions.... haven't decided on lowering yet.... so for now 18s... appreciate the input!!!
18"s are fine.

I have 18"s, and they have a great balance of comfort and sport, and tires will last a little longer and be less expensive to replace. Also helps with gas mileage.

I did drop it with Eibach springs, though...
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weaksauce......20s


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