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Old 10-31-09, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Chancellor
The more pics I see the more they are growing on me. Looks good! Ever think about droping the car another 1/2 inch or so?
Yeah, I like them more every time I see more pics and every time I wash them. If the windows were painted or polished, these would be one of the hottest wheels out there.
Not considering lowering the car more. I have suffered through more than 2 years of rubbing. Now that I have changed the front tires ti 245-30, there is no rubbing and I am loving it. No way I'm gonna lower it more and deal with rubbing again.
Old 10-31-09, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Ice350
If the windows were painted or polished, these would be one of the hottest wheels out there.
I hear that. Thats been my plan for a long time. When I get my wheels this winter they will be Brushed Face, Polished Windows and Chrome lip.
Old 10-31-09, 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Ice350
Okay, you keep asking so I give up. Where do you wanna meet up?
I always get my way! j/k Reggie. I'll talk to you at the BBQ when your not busy.

Originally Posted by Ice350
Yeah, I like them more every time I see more pics and every time I wash them. If the windows were painted or polished, these would be one of the hottest wheels out there.
Not considering lowering the car more. I have suffered through more than 2 years of rubbing. Now that I have changed the front tires ti 245-30, there is no rubbing and I am loving it. No way I'm gonna lower it more and deal with rubbing again.
LOL, Reggie your not going to rub. Your offsets now are not enough to cause rubbing and the tires... like I told you! Perfect size and no issues.

That's great that you love them the way they ride!
Old 10-31-09, 08:37 PM
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metal file is an amazing tool. You can make the fit
Old 10-31-09, 08:43 PM
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metal file is an amazing tool. You can make the fit
The GRINDER is my friend.
Old 11-03-09, 08:31 AM
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After seeing these wheels in person I have to say the pics dont do the wheels justice. I really love the finish and it blends well with the paint on the car.
Old 11-23-09, 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by johnee78
After seeing these wheels in person I have to say the pics dont do the wheels justice. I really love the finish and it blends well with the paint on the car.
I agree, the car is beautiful in pics. But It's so much sicker in person.
Old 11-27-09, 10:58 AM
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I posted a few more pics in the Florida section. I think these are the best I've taken yet with the new wheels. I took my time this time. Take a look: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/flo...last-pics.html
Old 11-27-09, 01:25 PM
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i like these 5 spoke wheels better than your previous choices
Old 11-28-09, 02:37 PM
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for the longest time i thought the oem 5 spoke rims from the 06 GS430 were the best looking on 3GS's. these rims just blew them out of the water! i loved them from the first picture u posted. wish i could put these on mine but it would look weird on stock ride heights. i'm too scared to lower my car. and NYC streets will destroy them.

excellent choice IMO
Old 11-28-09, 05:01 PM
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nice wheels. very clean car!
Old 11-29-09, 08:05 AM
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The more I looked at the pics the more I liked. Its very clean, tough yet sophisticated.
Old 11-29-09, 11:55 AM
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Thanks again everyone.
As much as I wanted a true 5 spoke wheel it's just a part of modding madness to want something different. This wheel being a new creation, with no other wheel quite like it was a big reason I chose it...over the nice 5 spokers Andy has available. Also, I recommend to everyone get a chrome lip, it makes the wheel look sharp and is easy to maintain.
Old 11-30-09, 07:54 PM
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I'm not a big fan of 5 spoke but to each is own....
Old 11-30-09, 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by blckwidow
I'm not a big fan of 5 spoke but to each is own....
Amen to that..........
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