SGM Hell - Wheels, Tires, Springs, oh my... (Got Advice?)
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Oh and tirerack is definitely in the running for either of those tires. They are fairly competitive on pricing.
Thanks again for your comments! Hope you are having a great day!
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I have SGM too and agree it's a b***h to mod. I wish I had white.
Regarding matching rims, it's very unlikely that any of what we say matters. You are developing your own discriminating tastes. That's good. The best advice I can give you is to keep looking at a lot of pictures (with SGM) to narrow that taste even more, and eventually you'll come to your own best-informed decision. Good luck.
Oh but in case you do want my opinion, I LOVE the first link you provided. I'd go for that in 18s, with a subtle drop like you mentioned.
For tires - Go for the performance tires. If you don't need winter tires or aren't concerned about MPG, it doesn't really matter. (My other car is a Prius and mileage does matter to me, so I have to be a little more picky there)
Regarding matching rims, it's very unlikely that any of what we say matters. You are developing your own discriminating tastes. That's good. The best advice I can give you is to keep looking at a lot of pictures (with SGM) to narrow that taste even more, and eventually you'll come to your own best-informed decision. Good luck.
Oh but in case you do want my opinion, I LOVE the first link you provided. I'd go for that in 18s, with a subtle drop like you mentioned.
For tires - Go for the performance tires. If you don't need winter tires or aren't concerned about MPG, it doesn't really matter. (My other car is a Prius and mileage does matter to me, so I have to be a little more picky there)
You are right, my tastes will make the final decision; I'm definitely not looking for someone to decide for me. However, I've been researching wheels for about a year (and looked at hundreds of SGM pictures), so I'm looking for advice within the examples/parameters I've listed.
Perhaps there are some wheels I haven't seen and/or perhaps some of the examples I've listed look horrible in person. I also really appreciate any feedback I get on 18" vs 19". That Car & Driver article left a lasting impression on me.
I really appreciate your comments and feedback. Sounds like everyone loves those Hankooks
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If you are that picky about wheels, and you can't find anything you like, spend the extra money and get custom wheels made. You choose your finish, style, size, offset.....
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The OP and I are very similar: I, too, have a timetable for new rims based on when I need new tires. And like the OP, I also have been searching for perfect rims for over a year. It's tough. Many here go through several sets of rims like pairs of underwear. But I want to get it right the first time.
So I totally feel the OPs pain. I'm going through it too. (Although my timetable is not as rushed...yet).
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But as I said, that first link popped out at me the most. Let me know what you end up going with, cause I might very well copy you someday. Haha.
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I was just hoping for more feedback on 18" vs 19" or maybe some first hand experience, since I'm going off pictures, which are usually photo-shopped (and I don't think SGM depth photographs that well)
I sincerely appreciate your advice though; It's good to have options. :-)
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Oh god. I think that will send the OP's head spinning even more!
The OP and I are very similar: I, too, have a timetable for new rims based on when I need new tires. And like the OP, I also have been searching for perfect rims for over a year. It's tough. Many here go through several sets of rims like pairs of underwear. But I want to get it right the first time.
So I totally feel the OPs pain. I'm going through it too. (Although my timetable is not as rushed...yet).![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
But as I said, that first link popped out at me the most. Let me know what you end up going with, cause I might very well copy you someday. Haha.![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
The OP and I are very similar: I, too, have a timetable for new rims based on when I need new tires. And like the OP, I also have been searching for perfect rims for over a year. It's tough. Many here go through several sets of rims like pairs of underwear. But I want to get it right the first time.
So I totally feel the OPs pain. I'm going through it too. (Although my timetable is not as rushed...yet).
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
But as I said, that first link popped out at me the most. Let me know what you end up going with, cause I might very well copy you someday. Haha.
![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
I'll keep you in the loop on what I decide. I like the style of the 1st rims as well. The tough part comes in when different vendors, colors and sizes are involved.
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would go wit the volks if you have the cash. i cant spend that much on rims right now so im looking to pick up some lc818s soon. i think gunmetal rims look the best on sgm.
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