Got the new wheels put on...now I need new springs
03-18-2010, 10:31 PM
#21
I can tell you what it is!!! Yur body kit is very aggressive and is almost overpowering for rather conservative stock wheels. They look great but your eyes were used to the aggressive 20's with lips that I believe you had before. They still look awesome though. Just need to have your eyes adjust to the new look. I had the same issues with the Alcoas, full faced versus the 5 " lip deep dishes I had on before.
03-20-2010, 10:43 PM
#22
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I got the wheels mounted on the car...and I am having a hard time adjusting. I am not really sure what seems to be the issue....I am wondering if it is the way the car sits now. I am thinking a new set of Eibach Pro-kit springs will help. The rear end is squatted down too much, the front not enough. I have roush springs on the rear only....I have to change this. Sorry for the quickie shot, I was kinda in a hurry.
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03-21-2010, 02:47 PM
#23
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I can tell you what it is!!! Yur body kit is very aggressive and is almost overpowering for rather conservative stock wheels. They look great but your eyes were used to the aggressive 20's with lips that I believe you had before. They still look awesome though. Just need to have your eyes adjust to the new look. I had the same issues with the Alcoas, full faced versus the 5 " lip deep dishes I had on before.
Either way the wheels do look real good Shella!! Glad you finally got them on. Let me know if you plan on getting rid of the nitto's haha
03-21-2010, 05:48 PM
#24
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Yo Shella! Is that pic taken immediately after you had the tires and wheels installed? Sometimes the suspension needs a little exercise after having it sprung while on the lift. Also, run those tires a bit to get the "skin" off from them sitting on a rack and see if the handling improves any.
And I love your pink calipers. They go well with you in the car.
And I love your pink calipers. They go well with you in the car.
03-22-2010, 04:52 PM
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I can tell you what it is!!! Yur body kit is very aggressive and is almost overpowering for rather conservative stock wheels. They look great but your eyes were used to the aggressive 20's with lips that I believe you had before. They still look awesome though. Just need to have your eyes adjust to the new look. I had the same issues with the Alcoas, full faced versus the 5 " lip deep dishes I had on before.
Yo Shella! Is that pic taken immediately after you had the tires and wheels installed? Sometimes the suspension needs a little exercise after having it sprung while on the lift. Also, run those tires a bit to get the "skin" off from them sitting on a rack and see if the handling improves any.
And I love your pink calipers. They go well with you in the car.
And I love your pink calipers. They go well with you in the car.
Btw....I love the pink too. So much in fact that I am hesitant to install the Brembo brake set I have sitting in the garage.
Soon as I can get it cleaned up.....I move slow. Lol.
Thanks Cameron.
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03-22-2010, 06:08 PM
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Mellow, I think you are right! After looking at the wheels from many different angles, I think you hit the nail on the head. I am used to 1. looking at 20's, and 2. looking at deep dish wheels with that lip that is now gone. I have had some time to be around the car and even took it on a roadtrip this weekend. I think I am starting to get used to the new look. I am still thinking a new full set of springs is not a bad idea...
Allstar, I really looked at the Invos after I took them off. I can't remember if you wanted the fronts or rears, but the rears do have quite a bit more wear than the fronts. The fronts actually look really good. I will be selling them because I am going to hang onto these new wheels for a while.
I did take that picture immediately afterwards....when I get another day off from work (and the car is clean, lol), I'll take a new set of pictures.
Btw....I love the pink too. So much in fact that I am hesitant to install the Brembo brake set I have sitting in the garage.
Lower than 1" ?!? Wouldn't my car be basically sitting on the ground? Lol
Soon as I can get it cleaned up.....I move slow. Lol.
Thanks Cameron.
Allstar, I really looked at the Invos after I took them off. I can't remember if you wanted the fronts or rears, but the rears do have quite a bit more wear than the fronts. The fronts actually look really good. I will be selling them because I am going to hang onto these new wheels for a while.
I did take that picture immediately afterwards....when I get another day off from work (and the car is clean, lol), I'll take a new set of pictures.
Btw....I love the pink too. So much in fact that I am hesitant to install the Brembo brake set I have sitting in the garage.
Lower than 1" ?!? Wouldn't my car be basically sitting on the ground? Lol
Soon as I can get it cleaned up.....I move slow. Lol.
Thanks Cameron.
And yeah luck for me I just need the fronts :-) let me know how much you want for them and when you want to get rid of them.. my rims are on back order still so.......................................... ugh lol