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Old 01-08-03, 10:09 PM
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Hi guys,

My front tires are Michelin pilot 245/35 on the front and 295/35 on the back. When these tires wear out, I will need to replace them. These Michelin Tires are not inexpensive. Do you guys have any suggestions as to the most inexpensive brand of tires at this size? I've heard KUMHO makes these sizes. Any input or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. thanks
Old 01-08-03, 10:46 PM
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dam DTP. your a new guy. i read a lot of your replies but haven't heard much about your car. post some pics man. i don't care if its dirty. go snap me a pic of your car. dam 295?? lol. thats crazy. i want that setup.
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lol SUP JMAI,

I have 2 on my CPU. i will go to the garage right now to take a pic of it. BRB>
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i'm waiting......
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heres one.
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Old 01-08-03, 11:28 PM
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are those MB rims drilled 2mm wider?
Old 01-08-03, 11:30 PM
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nice rear dish.
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Old 01-08-03, 11:31 PM
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got any pics from the back of the car?? i wanna see how much these tires stick out. they must look mean.
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my car in the garage.
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damn it the whole car!
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Hey Jmai,

These are carlsson rims. The back is different from the front. Yes these rims/ tires look VERY MEAN!!!! I will take pics for you tomorrow morning. I am going to wash and wax it sunday so I will have some sweet pics for you.
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what do you mean the front is differnet from the back?? just the width right?
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The front doesn't have any depth. The back goes in. I dont know how to explain it. lol Compare the first pic.( the one outside) and the other pic of the rim(the rear). Theres a difference.
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Yeah the width of the back is bigger but it goes in like 2-3 inches deep.
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i'm wating for my daytrimes pics. lol


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