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Old Jul 11, 2013 | 10:01 PM
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Default Looking to upgrade from Supra TT wheels

So after making my new found power, I need new wheels. Honestly, I could really just use a new set of TT wheels for the front of the car. I have TT front brakes as well. I believe the front wheels are bent or something from the previous owner and are causing my rotors to warp. I have 275/40 NT05R on the rears.

I was looking to get CCW classics, but I don't think I will have enough money for that. Been paying off the cars.

So I was wondering what is another wheel setup I can do, that will clear the front brakes, are 17" and won't look stupid. I want to keep the same 8.5 and 9.5" sizes I have now. Or where can I find another set of TT front wheels? I have checked ebay, craigslist, finishlinewheels, amazon, Supraforums, Clublexus. No one is selling them.

I have already ordered new brakes for the front. And I am gonna have the front wheels looked at tomorrow to see if the wheels are bent or if the tires have damaged radials.

Thanks for the input guys.
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Old Sep 3, 2013 | 02:57 AM
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Are those tires actually hooking the power?
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Old Sep 3, 2013 | 07:47 AM
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Are those tires actually hooking the power?
They work when they are warmed up from a burnout. From a roll, I spin 1-3 gears. I wouldn't mind going with a wider set of wheels.
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Old Sep 3, 2013 | 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by drifterx27
They work when they are warmed up from a burnout. From a roll, I spin 1-3 gears. I wouldn't mind going with a wider set of wheels.
I figured it would be a bit small.. I was looking at some since I'm shopping around and think that a 285/50 would suit the rim better.

What would your recommend?
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Old Sep 4, 2013 | 06:55 PM
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I also have been looking. I did find a set that weren't polished and were in bad shape, plus missing a center cap. He wanted 400 with slick ol tires. I would pay top dollar for a good set of chrome set without or without tires. I love the look of them. Period. Good luck with your search as I continue mine.
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Old Sep 6, 2013 | 10:58 AM
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One you wear these tires out, get some R888 they hook like a dream.
Good for Road racing, roll racing.

Not good not dig racing because you will break some axles , atleast i did.

Get some front t wheels and be done.
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