Looking for Wheels
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Looking for Wheels [closed]
I bent one of my front wheels during the run (NYC) on Sunday. I went to the tire place yesterday after work and he checked the balance and I threw the weight off and he put (.75) on but I still have a shake in my steering.
Bent the rim...
Does anyone have a set [F = 17" R = 18"] that they want to sell that would look good on my black "98" ???
Rob
Bent the rim...
Does anyone have a set [F = 17" R = 18"] that they want to sell that would look good on my black "98" ???
Rob
Last edited by Rob Petyo; Jan 11, 2006 at 12:56 PM.
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From: Vette Doctors Performance RX450 - 466RWHP !!!
You looking for Rims only??? Or tires also???
I might be willing to part with mine.
Specs....2004 coupe.....18 rears/17 fronts......13000plus on the rubber!!!!!!!!
The two front rims have a little curb rash!
I might be willing to part with mine.
Specs....2004 coupe.....18 rears/17 fronts......13000plus on the rubber!!!!!!!!
The two front rims have a little curb rash!
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St. Jude Donor '05-'08
Originally Posted by F.J.B.
You looking for Rims only??? Or tires also???
I might be willing to part with mine.
Specs....2004 coupe.....18 rears/17 fronts......13000plus on the rubber!!!!!!!!
The two front rims have a little curb rash!
I might be willing to part with mine.
Specs....2004 coupe.....18 rears/17 fronts......13000plus on the rubber!!!!!!!!
The two front rims have a little curb rash!
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St. Jude Donor '05-'08
Originally Posted by Hot_Wheels
I bent one of my front wheels during the run (NYC) on Sunday. I went to the tire place yesterday after work and he checked the balance and I threw the weight off and he put (.75) on but I still have a shake in my steering.
Bent the rim...
Does anyone have a set [F = 17" R = 18"] that they want to sell that would look good on my black "98" ???
Rob
Bent the rim...
Does anyone have a set [F = 17" R = 18"] that they want to sell that would look good on my black "98" ???
Rob
Rob did you look in the parts section? There are always people looking to part with their current wheels.
If you are doing a direct replacement (wagon wheels) then you should be able to get them cheap. If you are going to step up to the thin spokes then you will be paying more money. I plan to sell my thin spokes in a few weeks, but of course that doesn't help you now.
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St. Jude Donor '05-'08
Originally Posted by F.J.B.
I doubt I will keep them Bob. After 200 miles these new ones are growing on me. So , I may part with the Stock wheels!!!
Barry I think you will get a good $$$ for the thin spoke wheels and tires (assuming your tires are still pretty good).
Thin spokes probably $400 and then another $200 for the tires? what do you think?
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Originally Posted by Wicked Weasel
Barry you are thinking of keeping the thin spokes? I plan to sell mine when I order the 2nd set of CCWs.
I have a little time...I'm planning on taking the car to Florida in March (spring break) and will need to have something by then.
I'm getting the shake at 70 mph or so.
Do you have a pic?
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Le Mans Master
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Originally Posted by Wicked Weasel
hopefully you only bent the rim.
Rob did you look in the parts section? There are always people looking to part with their current wheels.
If you are doing a direct replacement (wagon wheels) then you should be able to get them cheap. If you are going to step up to the thin spokes then you will be paying more money. I plan to sell my thin spokes in a few weeks, but of course that doesn't help you now.
Rob did you look in the parts section? There are always people looking to part with their current wheels.
If you are doing a direct replacement (wagon wheels) then you should be able to get them cheap. If you are going to step up to the thin spokes then you will be paying more money. I plan to sell my thin spokes in a few weeks, but of course that doesn't help you now.
One "wagon wheel" 17" is all I really need right now. I checked the parts section this morning and didn't notice anything current. I really haven't decided yet which way I want to go but, if I can find a good deal it may make my decision a little easier.
I thought I would ask in the Northeast section because I would also like to SEE what I'm purchasing...
Rob
Last edited by Rob Petyo; Jan 10, 2006 at 01:40 PM.
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Originally Posted by Wicked Weasel
Barry I think you will get a good $$$ for the thin spoke wheels and tires (assuming your tires are still pretty good).
Thin spokes probably $400 and then another $200 for the tires? what do you think?
Thin spokes probably $400 and then another $200 for the tires? what do you think?
Damn $600 for each corner....thats sweet!!!!
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Originally Posted by Hot_Wheels
I have a little time...I'm planning on taking the car to Florida in March (spring break) and will need to have something by then.
I'm getting the shake at 70 mph or so.
Do you have a pic?
I'm getting the shake at 70 mph or so.
Do you have a pic?
these are what the thin spokes look like (I am sure Barry's look the same)
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Originally Posted by Wicked Weasel
thats like that guy selling each side of the C5 exhaust for $300.00
I think it was $300 for the left and $400 for the right
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St. Jude Donor '05-'08
Originally Posted by Foo King Zo6
4 get the bling bling get some black rims 
The funny thing is I keep debating whether or not to ge the black CCW classics or the polished. I have a set of polished for the track so I was going to match another set for the street, but heck I like the blacks.
I guess that is why I have not ordered anything yet.
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Originally Posted by Wicked Weasel
The funny thing is I keep debating whether or not to ge the black CCW classics or the polished. I have a set of polished for the track so I was going to match another set for the street, but heck I like the blacks.
I guess that is why I have not ordered anything yet.
I guess that is why I have not ordered anything yet.
i hate polished..
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Originally Posted by Foo King Zo6
4 get the bling bling get some black rims
I really don't need peoples opinions about a dealer sticker...
Last edited by Rob Petyo; Jan 11, 2006 at 12:49 PM.