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Old Jul 16, 2003 | 06:13 PM
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Default Hey...Those aren't 16's!

Uh, oh...Daddy-O had a visit from the UPS fairy...

...and Petey the Lexus kitty, says, "I likey!"
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Old Jul 16, 2003 | 06:14 PM
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Are those 17's, Daddy-O? No, no, my child, I would not settle for 17" wheels.

Here's a little peek inside the box:
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Old Jul 16, 2003 | 06:16 PM
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Can you dig it?

I knew you could....
Old Jul 16, 2003 | 07:58 PM
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Default Re: Hey...Those aren't 16's!

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Uh, oh...Daddy-O had a visit from the UPS fairy...
Are you saying your UPS man is gay?

Tires look big, wheels (what little you can see of them) look nice.

Looks like your level 2 RX will be ready for the Dragon!
Old Jul 16, 2003 | 09:10 PM
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You're keeping me in suspense....!!!! What are they? Are they the new RX330 rims? Graphite? Uhhgghhh.... Pics please
Old Jul 16, 2003 | 09:15 PM
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<biting my tongue>



can't wait to see the pix
Old Jul 17, 2003 | 01:03 AM
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That cat is cute but too skinny........make him/her FAT!!!
Old Jul 17, 2003 | 03:42 AM
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Oooh, nice! Graphite polished! How much were they? My dealer quoted my $1,800-something rims only.
Old Jul 17, 2003 | 04:42 AM
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Are you saying your UPS man is gay?

Tires look big, wheels (what little you can see of them) look nice.

Looks like your level 2 RX will be ready for the Dragon!
Actually my UPS man is a UPS woman, as is my Fed Ex woman. Both could probably
beat me wrestling...Hmmmwait a minute, that sounds great! Actually with these, I've
moved to Level 1.5 (In my mind)...Wait'll I drop it with Eibachs...Level 1.


When they're mounted, I'll post pics. It could be several days before this happens, though.

PS, Petey the Lexus Kitty is barely a year old. While he's well fed, he gets plenty of exercise.
I expect him to fill out more this year s he moves into adulthood.

Here's a link to my first post (01/07/03) regarding the pics you see. I waited six months for this.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...613#post479613
Old Jul 17, 2003 | 08:20 AM
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Don't keep us in suspense too long Daddy-O!
Old Jul 17, 2003 | 02:53 PM
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Good to see things are coming together Daddy-O. Can't wait to see what they look like on the RX300. What kind of tires did you decide on?
Old Jul 17, 2003 | 04:43 PM
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I purchased Michelin Energy MXV4 Plus S8 235/55-18.
These are the tires that come on the RX 330 (or the Goodyear RS-A's)

After looking at all the pictures of 255/55-18's on the RX 300, they seemed a little too wide for my taste. When looking straight on, I didn't care too much for the tire sticking out past the fender. While 255's give the RX a wider stance, I was a little concerned about the wider tires throwing dirt/mud onto the paint of my Black Onyx RX.

Michelin Energy MXV4 Plus S8 235/55-18 $152 each at tirerack.com. Brandon was great to work with and I received them in 48 hours..

edit - They're V rated, so keep an eye in your rearview mirror.

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Old Jul 20, 2003 | 08:44 PM
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Default Sooooo, are those rims

from the dealer or did you order them from another place? I am new to the forum, I have just purchased a 2000 rx 300 maroon. So bare with my ignorance 8) I want to get some 18" for my new baby. I can't wait to see your new pictures of the new wheels.

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Old Jul 20, 2003 | 09:52 PM
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<tongue starting to bleed>
Old Jul 21, 2003 | 04:41 AM
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Sorry for the delay...I started a new job a few weeks ago and I am working 70+ hours a week. No time to do anything and no tire installers are open on Sunday where I live. I may have time next Tuesday 7/29.

It's killing me, too. I dropped a wad of cash on new wheels and tires and they're stacked up in the garage gathering dust.



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