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Old 09-19-2004, 09:03 PM
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Need help choosing spinning wheels

Hey everyone,

This is my first time posting here. You all seem very knowledgeable; I look forward to the responses. I've got an '01 Lexus IS300 and I'd like to find some spinning wheels for it. Although they're practically cliche, I still find them great to look at.
I'm looking for 18", and something that doesn't stick out noticeably beyond the fenders. A spinner kit, and wheel package that the kit would look decent with would probably be best -- due to the lower cost. I'm trying (emphasis on trying) not to spend more than $2500 for the wheels, kit, and tires. Also, I'd be interested to hear any comments about how well (or how poorly for that matter) they perform; like ride-quality, handling, etc. Thanks again for your help.

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Old 09-20-2004, 09:29 AM
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Re: Need help choosing spinning wheels

Thats not alot your willing to spend on Spinners. Those wheels are very played out. On an IS300 you should go deep dish gunmetal with a chrome lip. If you get the spinners you will regret it down the road cause its a trend thats dead. Ride quality is dependant on the wheels(size)/suspension your running, not on the particular rim. The ride in 18's wrapped in 35's is hard very hard.
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Old 09-20-2004, 11:57 AM
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Re: Need help choosing spinning wheels

I was plannig on getting the spinners, and then applying a thick powder coat to the chrome. I like the thought of gun metal spinners; because I've never seen 'em before. As for some "deep dish" wheels with a chrome lip, that might be good for applying a powder coated spinning kit. Got any recommendations?

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Re: Need help choosing spinning wheels

18" spinners don't look right and you have very few choices in that size, most of which look cheap and aren't designed for the rim.
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Lightbulb Re: Need help choosing spinning wheels

Hey Big_T, I was looking for spinners, but it seems as if they lost their touch. Your ride is sporty, a deep dish rim would probably go better. I have a 2001 Mitsu' Diamante, so I was trying to keep it classy. A good web site with lots of rims is superbuytires.com. check it out, hope it helps!
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