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Old Aug 12, 2011 | 04:41 PM
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Opions on wheels please

Im considering these as my next set. Give me opions please on what yall think. Should i keep my rotas or these.


 
Old Aug 12, 2011 | 04:49 PM
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Both look good B. Function-wise I like the old better - looks like it dissipates heat better. Same weight/size? Hard to tell... polished, chrome or paint?
 
Old Aug 12, 2011 | 07:38 PM
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Hmm, looks like the R81 (AKA "Holey", "7-Hole", or "Imola") from the Just-a-Cooper (non-S/non-supercharged) BMW-MINI Coopers. They're pretty cool style wise and are 12 lbs each but are on the narrow side when it comes to 15 inch wheels (5.5 inches in width).

I think billmus86 had a set in white on his NHBP GD3 Sport.

 
Old Aug 12, 2011 | 10:56 PM
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Thats right. Mini wheels. 10.2 lbs each. Powdercoated white. Dont think im going to trade 8s for them, but may offer cash out right. Still not sure. I did a shoot today and really love my 8s.

 
Old Aug 12, 2011 | 11:11 PM
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I'd outright try to buy them if possible, you can never go wrong with an extra set of wheels & tires laying around. I'm fairly sure they are 12 lbs though, at least from what I've read on the couple of threads I've seen mentioning them while doing a bit of BMW-MINI wheel research for myself a while back.

MINI2 - MINI Forum - FAQ & DIY: Wheels and Tyres

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Old Aug 13, 2011 | 08:43 AM
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Not a big fan, keep the set you have.
 
Old Aug 13, 2011 | 08:30 PM
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Yeah keep your Rotas they look way better. If your going to get new wheels I would go with the Enkei's RPF1 because they are pretty affordable strong and real light. Perfect for the street. If your big ballin I would go with some VOLKS
 
Old Aug 13, 2011 | 08:35 PM
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^^Thanx, bbut for me rpf1s are great but boring. Volks are also great but mostly played out (everyone has them).

I wont be getting the minis, but thought about it.
 
Old Aug 13, 2011 | 09:04 PM
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Not everyone has Volks or Enkeis. I have another Japanese wheel

OEM > Rotas.

Trade for the Minis
 
Old Aug 13, 2011 | 10:52 PM
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I haven't seen to many of them out here but I know the volks are still rare. I'm sure you'll find something good. You have good taste
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 12:05 PM
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I know you can get volk t37's custom built. That would look awesome on your fit
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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Thanx guys, but volk is not in my future. Buddy club, SSR, or possibly something else is. Just dont know when right now.
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 03:10 PM
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i had a MR GD as well..

i just bought some polished SSR's..

you should consider

wedsport tc105
RPF1

or something unique..

i got the SSR's because not too many fits have em
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 03:19 PM
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Not many fits have TC105N.

15x7 +20 would look cool on a Fit.
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 08:00 PM
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keep the current
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 09:10 PM
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Don't waste your $$$ on aftermarket wheels, the stock wheels on the Fit Sport look good. Aftermarket wheels will be nothing but $$$ out the door when it's time to sell your car. In fact if you want to play the game smart, buy somebody else's riced out Fit and let them take the loss
 
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Jensen, just stop.

We get it. You don't like mods. Well guess what, SOME PEOPLE DO. If you don't like modded cars don't join an enthusiasts site.
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 10:15 PM
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Why do people think that when you modify stuff on imports it's ricer, but when they do it to american cars they don't have a problem with it? they should be called hotdog then since it's american. All they're good for is straight line and can't put all the power down to the ground.
 
Old Aug 14, 2011 | 10:33 PM
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Well put Mikey +rep
 
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Originally Posted by Rudy_GD3
All they're good for is straight line and can't put all the power down to the ground.
This is wrong on every level.

2011 Mustang GT = Out handles the BMW M3 statistically

Fox Body Mustangs, FBody Camaros/Firebirds can dominate in AutoX. the Mustang has its own class for amateur road racing.

The Corvette. The GT40.

Need I say more?
 



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