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Old Sep 1, 2010 | 08:57 PM
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Update on the wheels.......

Paint is on and looking real nice and glossy!! Very happy with the turn out and cant wait to have them on already!! Tires should be here friday or Saturday and should be installed and complete by next Wensday.

Some quick pic's i took below, there a little dirty but look real real nice!!


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Old Sep 1, 2010 | 11:57 PM
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is that wheel doctor on 26th or w.e? those guys are expensive
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by papo
is that wheel doctor on 26th or w.e? those guys are expensive

I went to Wheel Bent on W16th ave, real good place great prices and good turn around. Wheels are still there till the tires get here, there doing the mounting and balance for free along with getting me my hub rings. Just wondering if i should get the 20mm spacers for the rear or wait and see how it looks normal....... Found a good deal on here so wondering if i should just pull the trigger and buy them???
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:15 AM
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Looks good, Andrew!!
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:20 AM
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Originally Posted by 1GreeKtC
Looks good, Andrew!!

Thanks Peter, Def can't wait to see how it all comes out in the end!!! Also once i get the sticker on there it will def add a nice touch!! (even though im not as low as you and papo)
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:36 AM
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I was nowhere near low. Papo is a different story. But yeah.... sticka on the way sonnnn
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:37 AM
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Originally Posted by DREWxB08
Just wondering if i should get the 20mm spacers for the rear or wait and see how it looks normal....
I suggest 15mm spacers.

Looking good Andrew!
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:41 AM
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^the man has spoken!
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:48 AM
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Originally Posted by 1GreeKtC
I was nowhere near low. Papo is a different story. But yeah.... sticka on the way sonnnn

For NY Roads your low to me LOL

Sweet cant wait till it gets here!
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 12:57 AM
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
I suggest 15mm spacers.

Looking good Andrew!

Well its about time oh wise one !!


Thanks again for all the help! Def will listen and get 15mm spacers when the time comes. Will run it normal for now, still gotta get use to the fact im gonna have rims on my car LOL
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 01:30 AM
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Originally Posted by DREWxB08
still gotta get use to the fact im gonna have rims on my car LOL
Be extra careful around curbs, or you'll seriously regret having stretched tires on those newly painted wheels.
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 01:34 AM
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what are the spec on those wheels? if they are x8.5+35 run a 20mm spacer
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 01:46 AM
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Originally Posted by papo
what are the spec on those wheels? if they are x8.5+35 run a 20mm spacer
They're actually 18x8.5 +45, but I suggested 15mm spacers so that the rears match the fronts for distance from the fenders. The Tanabe springs have a very soft rate, so no rubbing either, even over big bumps, dips or potholes.

I'm running 18x8 +30 in the rear, and they're only about 1/4" in from dead flush.
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 02:03 AM
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nice wheel choice drew. should look very clean.
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 03:45 AM
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
They're actually 18x8.5 +45, but I suggested 15mm spacers so that the rears match the fronts for distance from the fenders. The Tanabe springs have a very soft rate, so no rubbing either, even over big bumps, dips or potholes.

I'm running 18x8 +30 in the rear, and they're only about 1/4" in from dead flush.


well, i guess hes not going for a fitment stance just wants something to look decent then yeah i'd go with 15mm theres a shop in miami akata spacers sells them for 85 shipped check on ebay theytake a day to get to your jose.
im running x9+32 in the front and im like 5mm from being flush in the front
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I'm trying to keep up with my boyz with the hella flush ness!!
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 04:22 AM
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drew do you has a bb? if so hit me up on bbm 2207d09a if not pm me and i'll send my number over your way and we'll meet up when you get your wheels on and if you ever need help
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 04:35 AM
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Just wanna thank everyone for there info and help! Papo good looking out! Once wheels are on ill def be calling you. Off to bed work in the AM PEACE!!!!!
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by papo
im running x9+32 in the front and im like 5mm from being flush in the front
That surprises me. NoLimitz is running 19x8.5 +38 on the front. and he's almost dead flush... x9 +32 would be 1/2" more poke than his set-up.

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=137114
Old Sep 2, 2010 | 05:57 PM
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Just realized that I didn't post pics of my wheels in this thread. Well, here goes. BBS RK wheels, 18X7.5 +42, 225/45-18, stock suspension.

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