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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 09:27 AM
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not sure if I REALLY like those wheels....
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by MotoJB
Forgestar F14's are the best looking "cheap" wheel worth spending money on IMO...about $1500 delivered for a set. getyourwheels also has a bunch of nice finish options - like brushed/cleared. I'm considering buying a new set myself.
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thanks but I'll pass.....
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
18x9.5's front and 19 x 11's rear.
And I didn't see any OEM C6 wheels on LG's site.




Only the silver wheels looks kind of okay.... but again, none in the size(s) I'm looking for.
The TSW 19x10.5 will substitute a 19x11 just fine, unless you are running a 315 or wider

As for the LG wheels: I wasn't referring to OEM C6 wheels, I was referring to their aftermarket wheels in factory C6 offsets, which work fine on C5s with a spacer or adapter:
https://www.lgmotorsports.com/corvet...lg-wheels.html
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
The TSW 19x10.5 will substitute a 19x11 just fine, unless you are running a 315 or wider

As for the LG wheels: I wasn't referring to OEM C6 wheels, I was referring to their aftermarket wheels in factory C6 offsets, which work fine on C5s with a spacer or adapter:
https://www.lgmotorsports.com/corvet...lg-wheels.html
I have 325-30-19's on my rear wheels.

I looked into buying an OEM set of C6 Z06 wheels in 19x12 with spacers. the tire would stick out past the fender...

As for those 2 styles of LG wheels.... Not quite my taste.


As for TSW.... the only wheel I'd consider is the "Rockingham" style and it doesn't come in a 19x11 or 19x10.5.

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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
I have 325-30-19's on my rear wheels.

I looked into buying an OEM set of C6 Z06 wheels in 19x12 with spacers. the tire would stick out past the fender...

As for those 2 styles of LG wheels.... Not quite my taste.


As for TSW.... the only wheel I'd consider is the "Rockingham" style and it doesn't come in a 19x11 or 19x10.5.
Those tires throw the whole equation off

The only reasonably-affordable wheel that meets your standards for width, price, and five-spoke style is the Forgestar CF5... whether you can come to terms with the appearance is on you. Other than those, your only option is a Chinese replica
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
Those tires throw the whole equation off

The only reasonably-affordable wheel that meets your standards for width, price, and five-spoke style is the Forgestar CF5... whether you can come to terms with the appearance is on you. Other than those, your only option is a Chinese replica
Not a bad looking wheel, but they don't come in chrome....
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
Not a bad looking wheel, but they don't come in chrome....
No, they don't... can't win them all

You'd have to see somebody about that concern
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
No, they don't... can't win them all

You'd have to see somebody about that concern
yes sir......
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
yes sir......
You should contact Forgestar regarding the finish on the F14s in their wheel simulator... they appear to be polished:

http://www.forgestar.com/v2/simulator/index.php
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
yes sir......
These guys sell the Forgestar CF5 and they offer chrome plating... hit them up for a price, it can't hurt

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1589056277
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Old Feb 26, 2015 | 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
These guys sell the Forgestar CF5 and they offer chrome plating... hit them up for a price, it can't hurt

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1589056277
Thanks for the referral!

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yes sir......
Just sent you an email

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Originally Posted by GetYourWheels
Thanks for the referral!



Just sent you an email
Try not to come on too strong; that's a TON of unsolicited photos for an OP who's aggravated with the market... it can be off-putting to potential customers
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Meehh.... I'm still not sold on the those wheels... They look to Euro-ish to me. they look like they belong on a Benz, BMW, Jag or japanese cars for that matter....
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
Meehh.... I'm still not sold on the those wheels... They look to Euro-ish to me. they look like they belong on a Benz, BMW, Jag or japanese cars for that matter....
The CF5 was the one I was suggesting, not the F14 they show in the pictures

Those photos are relevant because the manufacturer, size, and offsets are identical, as would be the chrome (I assume, I have no experience with the chrome plating available from this dealer)
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
The CF5 was the one I was suggesting, not the F14 they show in the pictures

Those photos are relevant because the manufacturer, size, and offsets are identical, as would be the chrome (I assume, I have no experience with the chrome plating available from this dealer)
Well....... he didn't post any pics of the CF5 in chrome...... As I said, I'm still not quite sold on these wheels.....
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
Well....... he didn't post any pics of the CF5 in chrome...... As I said, I'm still not quite sold on these wheels.....
I know, but I'm sure you can picture them

What are you doing right now? Is the car stuck in the garage?
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
I know, but I'm sure you can picture them

What are you doing right now? Is the car stuck in the garage?
Nope, she's my daily driver.....
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Cray brickyard 18x9.5 and 19x11 in machined/silver with a little spacer in the back, done.
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
Nope, she's my daily driver.....
On what wheels?

Originally Posted by troyguitar
Cray brickyard 18x9.5 and 19x11 in machined/silver with a little spacer in the back, done.


That's another good one
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