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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 03:39 PM
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Konig Holes 16x7


Kumho Ecsta AST 205/50-16


This is the first wheel/tire combination I've ever ordered for a vehicle. I can't wait to get these and I will post pics as soon as they're installed.


Here they are installed


After things settled and I drove it around, the wheel gap shrunk a little. I will post better pics once I have some daylight. I am very happy with the outcome. Let me know what you think.
Oh, and I know, I know...drop it
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 03:41 PM
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Also, they're a 40 offset. Would shims/spacers be recommended for the rear wheels?
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 04:01 PM
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Yes
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 04:55 PM
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Cool, thanks.
I'm so excited. I've never had rims before!
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 06:37 PM
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Yes, OTG 10mm spacers will help even them with the fronts.
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 06:38 PM
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15mm would be even better.
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 07:15 PM
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Yes, but with a drop theres a better chance of wheelwell rubbing.
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 07:44 PM
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not with a 40 offset and 205/50 tires.
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 01:31 AM
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Congrats! This is the single most thing that changes the look of the ride...
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 03:03 AM
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Originally Posted by YELOSUB
Congrats! This is the single most thing that changes the look of the ride...
True Dat!!!
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 11:11 PM
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You have excellent taste!!!


My xB with 17" Konig Holes and 215/45/17 Toyo Proxes 4.
Old Aug 19, 2006 | 01:53 PM
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Thank you! I just loved the looked. I think the gunmetal will pair well with TCM. btw, they will be hear Monday. I will post pics once they're installed.
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 02:08 AM
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Yeah...they're installed!!!!
DTD was great, very quick, good quality. There were no scratches and they ride very smooth.
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looks good.
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