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WayFast84
12-11-2012, 01:07 PM
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a286/Wayfast84/1298F021-93E2-4D1C-8C72-6383288E747F-1749-000002539CB5CC0A.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a286/Wayfast84/C2150050-382A-475F-8AE9-133A6192D044-1749-00000252A6B6203F.jpg

I can't decide of I like these. They looked horrible with the car up in the air but on the ground I like what they did to the fender gap. I think it might look better with the windows tinted like the hatch, maybe even the side stripes again?

Opinions? The next wheel set I'd want to get is $2400(17x9.5 black weld rts) so I'd be waiting a while on stock wheels.

chrisfrom nj
12-11-2012, 01:28 PM
it looks great

Jersey Mike
12-11-2012, 01:41 PM
Hey, if you don't like them, you can always put them up for sa...

BonzoHansen
12-11-2012, 02:06 PM
http://images.sodahead.com/polls/002395597/513421428_eaf46701844f4c07e2412ca0c8fdd623_answer_ 2_xlarge.jpeg

Hey, if you don't like them, you can always put them up for sa...

lol

WayFast84
12-11-2012, 02:52 PM
yeah they are coming off..

WildBillyT
12-11-2012, 03:32 PM
Put them up for sale, and if you change your mind just take down the ad.

Lt1_8U
12-11-2012, 04:25 PM
then if you change your mind you can put it back up

WayFast84
12-11-2012, 05:45 PM
or just leave it up because they are for sale.

edpontiac91
12-11-2012, 05:51 PM
Do NOT like. I think the ALL black wheel just looks cheap. You might as well put on a black steel wheel that has brake dust on it for the last few years. I like them if they have some polished area like the lip or the lug nuts.

V
12-11-2012, 05:59 PM
mask the inside and plastidip JUST the face white?

grazi
12-11-2012, 06:16 PM
Do NOT like. I think the ALL black wheel just looks cheap. You might as well put on a black steel wheel that has brake dust on it for the last few years. I like them if they have some polished area like the lip or the lug nuts.

This^^^ Maybe if wouldnt be as bad if the wing wasnt black too. The wing kinda looks like it was just bought and never painted.

WayFast84
12-11-2012, 07:02 PM
Yeah they are getting taken off tomorrow morning. I'm painting the hatch/wing and rear bumper this spring If I have it by then.

Another question: Should I go with weld rts 15x8 or 17x9.5 rears? I think I'm going with 17x5 up front after I get the CTSV brakes.

unstable bob gable
12-11-2012, 07:51 PM
Another question: Should I go with weld rts 15x8 or 17x9.5 rears? .

YES! :D

coolmanvette75
12-11-2012, 08:36 PM
Yeah they are getting taken off tomorrow morning. I'm painting the hatch/wing and rear bumper this spring If I have it by then.

Another question: Should I go with weld rts 15x8 or 17x9.5 rears? I think I'm going with 17x5 up front after I get the CTSV brakes.

15in rears and 17in fronts looks good with that wheel in a drag setup. And fyi can be had for a lot less than $2400

WayFast84
12-11-2012, 08:40 PM
15in rears and 17in fronts looks good with that wheel in a drag setup. And fyi can be had for a lot less than $2400

the 15's are $500 for the pair. The other sizes are $$$.

NJ Torque
12-11-2012, 08:55 PM
I also get a set of Firehawks, lol

BonzoHansen
12-11-2012, 09:58 PM
Yeah they are getting taken off tomorrow morning. I'm painting the hatch/wing and rear bumper this spring If I have it by then.

Another question: Should I go with weld rts 15x8 or 17x9.5 rears? I think I'm going with 17x5 up front after I get the CTSV brakes.

why do massive downgrade of tires and a brake upgrade?

maroman88
12-11-2012, 10:59 PM
I also get a set of Firehawks, lol

firehawk rims? ive got 2 from a 95 or 96 and cant find 2 more

Dudbird113
12-12-2012, 02:17 AM
Looks gaudy, to much black. But my 2 cents is my 2 cents haha

Wasnt this car on craigslist not long ago?

LTb1ow
12-12-2012, 07:52 AM
why do massive downgrade of tires and a brake upgrade?

Why apply logic to a WF thread and expect results?

Mike
12-12-2012, 08:01 AM
Yeah they are getting taken off tomorrow morning. I'm painting the hatch/wing and rear bumper this spring If I have it by then.

Another question: Should I go with weld rts 15x8 or 17x9.5 rears? I think I'm going with 17x5 up front after I get the CTSV brakes.

Already have a bumper? Want side skirts?

WayFast84
12-12-2012, 08:35 AM
why do massive downgrade of tires and a brake upgrade?
You'll see when it's done.
Already have a bumper? Want side skirts?

How much would you want for the ta bumper?

Mike
12-12-2012, 08:45 AM
I'd take 50. But just remembered it has a hole drilled in it for the battery shut off switch. Whatever body shop you use can fill it but you may not want to bother. 50 on the side skirts too while I'm at it

1320B4U
12-12-2012, 09:43 AM
Better than the stock 5 stars but it wouldn't look too bad w/it lowered, windows tinted and targa portion painted black.

WayFast84
12-12-2012, 10:07 AM
I'd take 50. But just remembered it has a hole drilled in it for the battery shut off switch. Whatever body shop you use can fill it but you may not want to bother. 50 on the side skirts too while I'm at it

Do you still have the battery relocation stuff?

Mike
12-12-2012, 10:40 AM
Do you still have the battery relocation stuff?

I have the switch and wiring. The tray is pending sale

rickyd13
12-12-2012, 03:43 PM
paint the wing and drop it

WayFast84
12-12-2012, 04:20 PM
I have the switch and wiring. The tray is pending sale

I'm gonna hold off for now. I was planning on keeping it a formula minus the ta spoiler. If I change my mind I'll let you know.

WayFast84
12-12-2012, 04:21 PM
paint the wing and drop it

You do it.$5500