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Old Dec 2, 2007 | 06:09 PM
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i was thinking of getting these
MB Wheels
would that look cool?
i dont know anything about wheels
i just want some cool black ones at a decent price
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Old Dec 2, 2007 | 07:20 PM
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they look nice and would probally look even better with a nice drop. I actually found them cheaper...

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...100&vid=012503
Old Dec 2, 2007 | 08:00 PM
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The offset is decent. They should look good on BSP. If you're not lowered, definitely look into it. Since you're looking at 17s, lowering your tC will help 'clean up' all that empty space in the wheel wells.

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Old Dec 2, 2007 | 09:04 PM
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thanks for the help
i actually decided on these
Drag Wheels
and about the lowering, does it make a big difference?
i dont have that much money to do a lot of work on my car
will it look bad without lowering?
anyone have pictures of both styles for reference?
Old Dec 2, 2007 | 10:37 PM
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ehhh, i like the first ones better.
Old Dec 3, 2007 | 11:45 AM
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i like the first ones better
Old Dec 3, 2007 | 02:14 PM
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really?
damn, now i'm not sure
but as far as not lowering my car, it would still look pretty good right?
Old Dec 3, 2007 | 04:37 PM
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i am getting the MB wheels.
hopefully i can get this done tomorrow.
i will post pics on the BSP thread.
hope it turns out good, thanks for the help
Old Dec 3, 2007 | 04:40 PM
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it wont look good at all not lowered. infact it will pretty much look rediculous and unfinished.i definatly would get some sort of drop done before putting them on or wth go put them on but make sure to get the drop done asap.

i have used Hotchkis springs that i might sell,they are still good but theres some rust on them
Old Dec 3, 2007 | 04:44 PM
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how much would lowering be?
Old Dec 3, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by danno2022
how much would lowering be?
Depends what brand spring you want and how much install will be. There's a sticky thread in the tC Suspension forum with the available spring brands and MSRP's. You can also look in the for sale thread for springs. I got mine from a fellow SL member.

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=89766


If you're mechanically inclined you can save the install money and install yourself. Otherwise on average you're looking at $150 for install. The rims you chose look nice but they will definitely be complemented even more with a nice drop.
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id say stick with stock wheels untill u get some springs. drop + wheels will look 100 times better imo.
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