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Old 06-23-06, 12:33 PM
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Calling all Wheel Experts!

I have a new Black Onyx IS350 and I'm also new to the wheel market in that I don't really know what to look out for and where to buy from (i.e. reputable/reliable work). That being said, I do want to upgrade my 18" OEM wheels to something a little "cooler" looking...

I'm mainly interested in the following information. Can you help?

  • 19" rims
  • Gunmetal colored (may consider black/chrome combo if it looks right) and not a ton of spokes.
  • I heard it's preferrable to get "forged" rims, for lightness/performance and strength reasons. Is this information correct?
  • A rating system (if possible) of the "best" and most reputable wheel manufacturers on the market
  • An idea of which wheel sizes fit my IS? I heard a lot of 19"s produce rubbing...
  • An idea of how and where to install them after I get them. That is, if I order them over the Internet.

Any help you can provide would be much appreciated!

Thanks,

Ed
Old 06-23-06, 12:53 PM
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Ok oops...I just saw the Tire Rack sticky with a link to their site...this was helpful. FYI, I did do a search beforehand...

However, please post any other sites for me to check out. Also, any responses to the above would be great...
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