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Old 12-19-2012, 02:22 PM
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Which wheels look best on VR SS/TC?

Hey guys,

Here's my first attempt to photoshop wheels onto my car. Keep in mind my skill with PS is extremely novice. I literally got the program today and spent very little time on these; learn as I go type of thing. I may have not even done this efficiently, all I know is CS6 is cool!

Anyway without further ado the Tirerack wheels I found interesting...

EKM3



EV5 Gold and Grey





PF01



G5

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black pfo1's
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im definately diggin the 2nd and 3rd ones
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Originally Posted by BPacak
black pfo1's
If I do that, I'd have to chrome out the lip some how, because I'm not the biggest fan of (solid) black wheels on red.

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Old 12-19-2012, 02:27 PM
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*looks down at sig*


*relizes my opinion is already stated due to said image*


*thinks of something worth while to post*




honestly I'm not even sure if EV5's clear brembos
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i'd go with the silver pf01's
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i like all except for the last set. pf01s are my fav imo
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Originally Posted by padlock
honestly I'm not even sure if EV5's clear brembos

I hope they do... does anyone know the answer to this?

********Edit********

Never-mind, it appears they do fit, but it's awfully close, does anyone know if this clearance is problematic?


Originally Posted by G85 SS
Mine are better Dubbie. :p








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Old 12-19-2012, 04:25 PM
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Correct me if im wrong but doesnt it look like spacers in the pics?
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^

indeed i see why you would say that
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Get black PF01. Might be cool in a dark grey as well.
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^ this, i think and Anthracite or Gunmetal would look good.

this is Anthracite
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problem is.. who wants to spend $1200 in rims only to spray paint them :p
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a guy who doesn't like the colors they come in...
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Well I would seem to be in the minority but I'm diggin the EKM3.
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I have experienced gunmetal already. I plastidipped my wheels black with silver metalizer and it looks great but I want wheels now. I want to put winter tires on the stockers and nice wheels for the rest of the year.
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I love the PF01's i believe CalicobaltSS has them in black on his VR TC. just wish they offered more color options
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Just picture this with more red. Not a fan of enkie wheels personally

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MMMMM Forgestars.....
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EV5 Gold and Grey
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I thought about forgestars, but last time I check they didn't have the right size (or I didn't look hard enough)

Their price is comparable to PF01s if I'm not mistaken right?

Also, keep in mind I don't know anything about wheels.

Just know I looked for these exact specs for Forgestar

Cobalt SS Bolt pattern : 5x110
OE Cobalt SS wheel size: 18x7.5
OE Cobalt SS Wheel offset: 42mm
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Originally Posted by vahdyx
I thought about forgestars, but last time I check they didn't have the right size (or I didn't look hard enough)

Their price is comparable to PF01s if I'm not mistaken right?

Also, keep in mind I don't know anything about wheels.

Just know I looked for these exact specs for Forgestar

Cobalt SS Bolt pattern : 5x110
OE Cobalt SS wheel size: 18x7.5
OE Cobalt SS Wheel offset: 42mm
I believe, off the top of my head, that Forgestar makes all their wheels to order. You pick the offset, size, bolt pattern, and finish.
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Originally Posted by TX.SS.TC
I believe, off the top of my head, that Forgestar makes all their wheels to order. You pick the offset, size, bolt pattern, and finish.
this. They start at 8.5 any offset from +26 t0 +50. I think they're around 450 per wheel, but don't quote me on that. So yes they're more, but they're also a far more unique, and imo better looking wheel. They can powdercoat the wheels pretty much any color you want too.
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Originally Posted by TommyP
this. They start at 8.5 any offset from +26 t0 +50. I think they're around 450 per wheel, but don't quote me on that. So yes they're more, but they're also a far more unique, and imo better looking wheel. They can powdercoat the wheels pretty much any color you want too.
So roughly $2000 for some wheels..... I don't think I'm willing to pay that for "unique", so it's looking like my choices are limited and it appears that enkei has the most variety.
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i luv my pf01's.... cant wait for summaa
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