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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:06 PM

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Replica vs OEM wheels?

If for a 2005, I wanted to add the 2008 chrome split spoke wheels, for someone like me who doesn't race but use the car as a daily driver, what are the issues with replica's? I know OEM chrome wheels are almost twice as much, but would like to hear what you guys think...thanks.

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If for a 2005, I wanted to add the 2008 chrome split spoke wheels, for someone like me who doesn't race but use the car as a daily driver, what are the issues with replica's? I know OEM chrome wheels are almost twice as much, but would like to hear what you guys think...thanks.

For what you're going to use it for, go replica. Nobody will know, you'll save money, and they work just fine.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:11 PM

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I have split spoke Z06 replica wheels on my 2005 C6 and they're great. Look great, no issues

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:12 PM

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For what you're going to use it for, go replica. Nobody will know, you'll save money, and they work just fine.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:16 PM

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For what you're going to use it for, go replica. Nobody will know, you'll save money, and they work just fine.

Ok thank you. Thats what I thought as well, but wanted to make sure.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:18 PM

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I would like chrome and something that I can still use my stock tires on as well. I'm leaning towards the split spoke C6 wheels. Spider wheels look pretty good too. Like to see them on a vette if you guys have pics. Thanks again.

Oh, I have an LMB 05 model.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:20 PM

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I have them on mine also. No issues other than keeping them clean, but that's with any chrome wheel.

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I would like chrome and something that I can still use my stock tires on as well. I'm leaning towards the split spoke C6 wheels. Spider wheels look pretty good too. Like to see them on a vette if you guys have pics. Thanks again.

Oh, I have an LMB 05 model.

My vote would be the Spider Z06 replicas for sure. In my opinion, it's the nicest GM wheel made... period.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:22 PM

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I have GM wheels that have been chromed. They cost $ 300 more last summer

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:26 PM

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My vote would be the Spider Z06 replicas for sure. In my opinion, it's the nicest GM wheel made... period.

Had replicas on my 01 & 08. Had no problems with them. I ordered the Spiders for my 09 and can't wait to get them.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 01:26 PM

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I have GM wheels that have been chromed. They cost $ 300 more last summer

Those do look great on your car.

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Jun 5, 2009 | 03:57 PM

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My vote would be the Spider Z06 replicas for sure. In my opinion, it's the nicest GM wheel made... period.

I agree!

Z06 chrome spider repros from House of Wheels.

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