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Old Nov 2, 2007 | 12:33 AM
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So looking for some new shoes. Which of these do you guys think will look better on my flint mica?



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Old Nov 2, 2007 | 12:43 AM
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I think the second rim would give you a better monochromatic look where the first would give you more of a contrast. Personally I like the second.
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 12:45 AM
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I would suggest not getting a style too close to the stock wheel. It seems as though you're just throwing away money to change the color of your wheels. If that's the case, just powdercoat your stockers and add some spacers to make the wheels flush with the fenders. But if you want new rims, try something different like 5 spoke styles or mesh wheels.

However, if you really are set on getting the Evo6, I like the gunmetal color.
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 12:46 AM
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the second rim for me as well
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 12:58 AM
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or what about these?

Old Nov 2, 2007 | 01:46 AM
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^those!
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 01:50 AM
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^^those!
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 02:00 AM
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Ordering them now....18x7.5 with 35 offset. Do you guys think I'll rub on my Hotchkis drop? The rims I have now are 45 offset and I don't really like the sunk in look. A 35 offset could cause me some rubbing issues though. I can only find these wheels in 35 or 45 offset so far.... what do you guys think?
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 02:01 AM
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2nd ones
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 02:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Havlac
or what about these?

evo5 ftw!
Old Nov 2, 2007 | 08:37 PM
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35 offset should be ok. i have the hotckis drop and it continuously settles (at least it did for me) but for a while you will be ok. shoot, im rubbin on stock wheels =X thats how bad it is (but thats like 40,000 miles after drop, stock shocks are beat and they cant keep the springs in check lol)
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