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Old May 29, 2011 | 01:40 PM
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I was thinking of going with blue lugnuts on my car but my I can't decide I'm would like your guys input on it. My brother thinks it will look to "ricer" lol and I'm kinda think it will look ok bit idk of you will notice it.



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Old May 29, 2011 | 02:38 PM
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Its personal preference, you already have a dark theme going on, so gunmetal or black lugs would match good. However, neo chrome, or in ur case blue, would give it some color and contrast. Do what makes you happy! Looks good so far
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Old May 29, 2011 | 04:40 PM
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Neo Chrome :

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PROJE...Q5fAccessories

or...

black chrome :

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...04325795245310
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Old May 29, 2011 | 05:57 PM
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I went with project kics neo chrono . Looks sweet.
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Old May 29, 2011 | 07:05 PM
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I just debated that because I like blue but I decided against it. But if you really like it then go for it.
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Old May 30, 2011 | 08:50 PM
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I was thi
King somewhere along the lines of the blue to match my calipers
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Old May 30, 2011 | 09:14 PM
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I don't think it's worth those prices for tiny blue accents. I'd say unless you're gonna add more blue.
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Old Jun 10, 2011 | 10:11 AM
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Well it finally happened. My wheels shipped last night! Woo!

Anyway I'm resurrecting this thread because I need to know what types of lugnuts I need.

What kind of lugs do you guys use with aftermarket wheels? Lockers? Discount tire said they could source lugs when I take the car in to have the tires mounted but I'm not sure if those are junky.

Also my wheels are brushed titanium with polished lips. What color do you guys think will go well with that on my MRM car?
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Old Jun 10, 2011 | 10:17 AM
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Red, black, gunmetal, neo-chrome would all look good with your MRM.

In my opinion, don't worry about the locking mechanism or the keys for the lugs. If thieves want the wheels, they could break any lugs you have.

Only thing I would concern myself with is the build quality.
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Old Jun 10, 2011 | 10:43 AM
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So the rays lugnuts look nice. How do you choose if you need regular or extended?
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Old Jun 10, 2011 | 10:48 AM
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I think black would look good since the area around the lug is black. If you want to stand out, then go with neo chrome, red, blue, etc.
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Old Jun 10, 2011 | 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by dmk08
So the rays lugnuts look nice. How do you choose if you need regular or extended?
Regular, extended, closed, or open is all about style.

All function the same in securing the wheel.
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 08:04 PM
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I had blue lug nuts before (temporarily). They are definitely eye-catching, but a bit over the top for my subdued taste.
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 09:10 PM
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I like the neo chrome, don't know how they look like on ur ride tho, maybe black will be nice
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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 01:29 PM
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So I think I'm going to go with these for my MRM car w/ Brushed Titanium wheels.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/VOLK-...#ht_5144wt_939

Any comments?
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