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Old May 8, 2007 | 09:53 PM
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I just got my new C6 Z06 Hyper Silver wheels and BFG KDWs installed and thought I'd post a few pics. I have to say "I toally love them" compared to my old wheels and they look even better than I thought they would!

I'd like to thank TC at Tomzwheels who did an awsome job on setting me up with the wheels!






Here are my old set:


More pics to follow...these were taken as soon as I got home and the lighting is pretty crappy but you get the idea

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nice what did they go for Im in the market
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nice what did they go for Im in the market
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Those look great what size wheels and tires? I just bought those wheels and need to buy tires this week, hopefully tomarrow.
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I'm looking at a new set too. Could you PM me more details on your wheels (like price)?
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Awesome!
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I think I read your tire correctly, but that is the 18/19 combo, right?
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Those new rims are a 100% improvement over those other ones
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Old looked good! BUT new lookk better! SWEET!

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Looks great!
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Originally Posted by YeloFevr
I think I read your tire correctly, but that is the 18/19 combo, right?
You're 100% correct! I have 18 x 9.5 fronts with 275/35 x 18's and 19 x 10 rears with 295/35 x 19's.
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
I'm looking at a new set too. Could you PM me more details on your wheels (like price)?
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Those wheels look great!

Could someone explain exactly what Hyper Silver wheels are made of? Or what is the finish? Do they shine at all? They look like subdued chrome.

I've been shopping for a set of those in chrome, but I'm wondering on those hyper silver would look on mag. red?

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Originally Posted by yaknow
Those look great what size wheels and tires? I just bought those wheels and need to buy tires this week, hopefully tomarrow.
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Those are some SMOKIN HOT wheels!!!

Gonna look great on my black coupe!!!
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that's a very wise choice. i love the color of that finish.

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