Wheel Upgrade
05-23-03, 08:37 PM
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Wheel Upgrade
Hi All,
I'm looking to upgrade my wheels. I've got a 1999 Pearl White GS300...with Stock 16" Chromes.
I don't want to do any suspension work just yet.
I really love the VOLK GT-N Gold wheels. I think the GOLD would match the Gold Package on my car the best! Anyone have an opinion on the VOLK GT-N's versus the Blitz Techno Z1's both in GOLD?
I need to know the offset and possible Tire Sizes for 17", 18", 19" upgrades.
Any feedback would be much appreciated!
Thanx all!
Regards,
I'm looking to upgrade my wheels. I've got a 1999 Pearl White GS300...with Stock 16" Chromes.
I don't want to do any suspension work just yet.
I really love the VOLK GT-N Gold wheels. I think the GOLD would match the Gold Package on my car the best! Anyone have an opinion on the VOLK GT-N's versus the Blitz Techno Z1's both in GOLD?
I need to know the offset and possible Tire Sizes for 17", 18", 19" upgrades.
Any feedback would be much appreciated!
Thanx all!
Regards,
05-24-03, 06:57 PM
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why get the 16' chromes when u can upgrade to the 17' chromes?? there so much nicer and u dont have to change ur suspension or anything since there stock? just a thought...
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05-24-03, 11:07 PM
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16" Chromes
I've got the 16" chromes currently....just looking for an upgrade for a stiffer ride. Anyone got any clue if the ride height on the GS300 is different from a GS400??
05-25-03, 01:18 AM
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I suggest for u to lower ur car if u get any wheel over 17in. or else ur car will have major wheel gap. Trust me it doesnt look pretty, I speak from experience.
05-25-03, 10:55 AM
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Well, upgrading the wheels won't give you a stiffer ride. You'll get more feedback from the road and the car will feel more planted.
I've seen white/gold GSs before, it looks good. But since your putting on racing wheels I'd suggest a drop at the same time. Racing wheels and no drop kinda sends a mixed message.
Let me see if I can find a pic or 2.
I've seen white/gold GSs before, it looks good. But since your putting on racing wheels I'd suggest a drop at the same time. Racing wheels and no drop kinda sends a mixed message.
Let me see if I can find a pic or 2.
05-25-03, 01:42 PM
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Effects on droppin.....
I know I know I know.....hehe....I hate the WHEEL GAP!!
I dropped a few cars in the past, and I've had nothing but numerous problems with suspension.....along with bent rims...etc..
If I do attempt another aftermarket drop, especially on my new GS300, I'm going to have to do it RIGHT! =)
Got any suggestions as to what I need to do to perform a complete Coilover drop? I am really concerned about a few issues here though:
1. CAMBER
2. WHEEL OFFSET
3. EFFECTS ON AXLES, CV BOOT...etc..
4. Effects of Weather on aftermarket suspension components...(Chicago's Weather SUCKS!)
I dropped a few cars in the past, and I've had nothing but numerous problems with suspension.....along with bent rims...etc..
If I do attempt another aftermarket drop, especially on my new GS300, I'm going to have to do it RIGHT! =)
Got any suggestions as to what I need to do to perform a complete Coilover drop? I am really concerned about a few issues here though:
1. CAMBER
2. WHEEL OFFSET
3. EFFECTS ON AXLES, CV BOOT...etc..
4. Effects of Weather on aftermarket suspension components...(Chicago's Weather SUCKS!)
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