Borbet Type VM Rims?
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Borbet Type VM Rims?
I am thinking of this tire / wheel combo as a direct replacement for my OEM 17" rims and need all of your expert opinions.
Borbet Type VM Rims (17 x 8) with Michelin Pilot A/S (Same size as the OEM 17" tire). Rim photo attached below.
Will this work out?
Does anyone have this RIM already installed on their GS (Photo would be much appreciated).
Any comments on this tire / wheel combination?
Thanks for your help!
Borbet Type VM Rims (17 x 8) with Michelin Pilot A/S (Same size as the OEM 17" tire). Rim photo attached below.
Will this work out?
Does anyone have this RIM already installed on their GS (Photo would be much appreciated).
Any comments on this tire / wheel combination?
Thanks for your help!
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It's a pretty new wheel, I do not think anyone has this on a GS yet. I think it will look nice on the GS. Maybe one of the photoshop guys can photoshop this wheel on your car.
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Originally posted by Richie
It's a pretty new wheel, I do not think anyone has this on a GS yet. I think it will look nice on the GS. Maybe one of the photoshop guys can photoshop this wheel on your car.
It's a pretty new wheel, I do not think anyone has this on a GS yet. I think it will look nice on the GS. Maybe one of the photoshop guys can photoshop this wheel on your car.
The factory wheel is almost identical in both size and style.......
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I am at a complete loss as to why you would bother??????????
The factory wheel is almost identical in both size and style.......
I am at a complete loss as to why you would bother??????????
The factory wheel is almost identical in both size and style.......
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Originally posted by tinygs
I am at a complete loss as to why you would bother??????????
The factory wheel is almost identical in both size and style.......
I am at a complete loss as to why you would bother??????????
The factory wheel is almost identical in both size and style.......
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Originally posted by lexguynj
I am also looking for other opinions too? Is there another place where most members here go to buy a new rim besides Tire rack? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Any rim suggestions too.
Thanks!
I am also looking for other opinions too? Is there another place where most members here go to buy a new rim besides Tire rack? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Any rim suggestions too.
Thanks!
You need to decide:
-Budget
-Wheel style...(Spoke, dish, mesh?
-Make(One/two/three piece forged, or one/two/three piece cast)
-Size(diameter, offset, width)
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Originally posted by jpa2400
If you going to buy aftermarket wheels, at least get 18's. Price shouldn't be that much higher if $$ is an issue.
If you going to buy aftermarket wheels, at least get 18's. Price shouldn't be that much higher if $$ is an issue.
L-sportsline has a nice selection or rims. I'll check out what Wheelexperts can offer for this line up.
I like this rim of theirs as attached.
I wonder where all my NJ fellow members take care of their wheel and tire needs?
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Originally posted by mooretorque
I do like that wheel (but then, I like the stock 17 appearance, so no surprise); isn't it a bit lighter than stock??
I do like that wheel (but then, I like the stock 17 appearance, so no surprise); isn't it a bit lighter than stock??
But it still is slightly different and it reminds me of a BMW Rim option. Tirerack only offers it in a 17", so I might as well upgrade to a higher size and try something that looks a little more different.
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Originally posted by tinygs
Visit our wheels forum for starters. Then, contact one of wheel vendors(like Wheel Experts...Peter) with an established budget, and they will be able to help you by sending you more pics and fitment options than you will know what to do with......
You need to decide:
-Budget
-Wheel style...(Spoke, dish, mesh?
-Make(One/two/three piece forged, or one/two/three piece cast)
-Size(diameter, offset, width)
Visit our wheels forum for starters. Then, contact one of wheel vendors(like Wheel Experts...Peter) with an established budget, and they will be able to help you by sending you more pics and fitment options than you will know what to do with......
You need to decide:
-Budget
-Wheel style...(Spoke, dish, mesh?
-Make(One/two/three piece forged, or one/two/three piece cast)
-Size(diameter, offset, width)
Thanks for the help. It is most useful for a first time wheel / tire upgrader like myself. Appreciate it.
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Do you like this L-Sportsline better than the other one just posted?
Is there a disadvantage or advantage to a multi-piece rim? I'm still learning and really don't know the difference.
Thanks!
Is there a disadvantage or advantage to a multi-piece rim? I'm still learning and really don't know the difference.
Thanks!
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Originally posted by gs4will
how about Zauber Gettins....
www.arw.co.jp
nice and clean 5 spoke with LIPS...
how about Zauber Gettins....
www.arw.co.jp
nice and clean 5 spoke with LIPS...
Thanks again for your help.