New wheels
Nov 24, 2015 | 03:40 PM
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Racer
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From: LIMA OHIO
New wheels
Ok fellow forum members I've been hashing getting new wheels for my AE vet for along time and found some I like , my ? to you all is I had some ruff 954 photo shopped on to my car and was wondering what you all think , i'm leaning towards having them powder coated to match the AE colored wheels , yes ? no ? maybe ? , thx and keep cruising ,
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Nov 24, 2015 | 03:54 PM
Burning Brakes
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I would do those in chrome. Would look killer !
Nov 24, 2015 | 03:55 PM
Le Mans Master
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I likem as is... (as in the ones you are looking to buy)
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Nov 24, 2015 | 03:56 PM
Racer
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it look pretty nice it stands out
Nov 24, 2015 | 04:43 PM
Drifting
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Beautiful wheels, and C5. Very classy looking wheels.
Nov 24, 2015 | 04:47 PM
Racer
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They look good but another chrome fan here.
Nov 24, 2015 | 05:04 PM
Le Mans Master
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I like both the old and the new.
Nov 24, 2015 | 05:10 PM
Le Mans Master
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Like your choice. Beautiful looking car to begin with so it will be tough to improve on.
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Nov 24, 2015 | 05:19 PM
Racer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
grantv
I likem as is... (as in the ones you are looking to buy)
I agree. Leave them alone.
Nov 24, 2015 | 05:57 PM
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I like 'em.
Nov 24, 2015 | 09:22 PM
Drifting
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I vote for PC'ing the new wheels to match the original wheels IF you are going to upgrade. You won't run across another one exactly like yours if you do.
Nov 24, 2015 | 10:14 PM
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I think they look great in silver and don't think I would powdercoat them the champagne color. However, chrome would also look very good on your car.
Nov 24, 2015 | 10:17 PM
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They look sharp! As far as powder coating...that is up to you....if you like it..then go for it!
Nov 24, 2015 | 10:20 PM
Le Mans Master
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Powder coating brand new wheels? Not for me.
Nov 25, 2015 | 12:01 AM
Melting Slicks
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
grantv
I likem as is... (as in the ones you are looking to buy)
Both look great to me.
Nov 25, 2015 | 07:38 AM
Melting Slicks
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I think they look much better than the original wheels. And I would stay away from chrome. Corvettes are too classy for that.
Apr 9, 2016 | 06:29 AM
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Racer
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From: LIMA OHIO
new wheels coming , got the rubber first, tire rack is fast , damn will update as it progresses .
Apr 9, 2016 | 08:33 AM
Burning Brakes
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IMHO and since the Op asked, I like the Chrome or highly polished look vs. PC. But in the end it is your ride...
Apr 9, 2016 | 08:41 AM
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I read all the posts... Is there a final decision on the new wheels? Chrome, powder coated?
Apr 9, 2016 | 09:17 AM
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Racer
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From: LIMA OHIO
Quote:
Originally Posted by
jptgs1
I read all the posts... Is there a final decision on the new wheels? Chrome, powder coated?
I'm going to pc them just been researching the process and colors that will b the closest to the anv color I want. Rims coming this week then drop off at pc then 2 weeks or so till done the mounted and pics
New wheels
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