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Feb 25, 2011 | 08:30 PM

#526

1supra

Pole Position

Joined: Dec 2009

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From: va

Quote:

Originally Posted by passnu2

Rear Rims:
WORK SCHWERT SC-1
Finish-BP
20x10.5
Offset +40
TPMS - Yes
Tire = 295/25-20
Rear Fender Shaved

Front Rims:
WORK SCHWERT SC-1
Finish-BP
20x9.0
Offset +35
TPMS - Yes
Tire = 255/30-20
No Fender Mods

Car is ~ 2" lowered on springs.

I will get some better side shots and angles soon...

what front lip is on this car its pretty nice looking

Feb 25, 2011 | 09:21 PM

#527

rominl

exclusive matchup

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From: Lovely OC

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chancellor

Just did mine for the 2nd time, needed a little more clearence. I used the grinder to start, then the dremel to smooth down. One tip worked fine.

smooth out is one thing, cut is another

Feb 26, 2011 | 01:36 PM

#528

Chancellor

Lexus Champion

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From: Fairfax VA

Quote:

Originally Posted by rominl

smooth out is one thing, cut is another

Very true........

Feb 28, 2011 | 07:21 PM

#529

twofer

Driver School Candidate

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From: CA

How do you guys feel about buying used wheels? Saw a post near my area on Craigslist for a set of used wheels and tires which could potentially save me 600-800 dollars versus a set of new ones. Has anyone experienced buying used?

Feb 28, 2011 | 11:31 PM

#530

telmz1

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From: NV

Quote:

Originally Posted by twofer

used is fine as long as you thoroughly inspect them. Meet the seller at a discount tire or something and have it inspected for leaks and make sure its road force balanced on a hunter machine. This way you can make sure the rims are true, the tire is not out of round, and not leaking air.

like having a 'holmes inspection' before you buy a house