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06-19-2003, 07:33 PM
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I think you need to put some tires on those rims before you go driving. Just kidding, I think I can see them there. 
That car needs a drop more than almost any car out on the road though. With the stock wheels, it is not THAT bad. But once you put the 19's on, it's amazing how much it emphasizes that wheel gap. If you weren't dropping it, I would recommend taking the wheels off.
That car needs a drop more than almost any car out on the road though. With the stock wheels, it is not THAT bad. But once you put the 19's on, it's amazing how much it emphasizes that wheel gap. If you weren't dropping it, I would recommend taking the wheels off.
06-19-2003, 07:41 PM
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2003 MB C230K Sports Sedan
Originally posted by Matt230K
I think you need to put some tires on those rims before you go driving. Just kidding, I think I can see them there.
That car needs a drop more than almost any car out on the road though. With the stock wheels, it is not THAT bad. But once you put the 19's on, it's amazing how much it emphasizes that wheel gap. If you weren't dropping it, I would recommend taking the wheels off.
I think you need to put some tires on those rims before you go driving. Just kidding, I think I can see them there.
That car needs a drop more than almost any car out on the road though. With the stock wheels, it is not THAT bad. But once you put the 19's on, it's amazing how much it emphasizes that wheel gap. If you weren't dropping it, I would recommend taking the wheels off.
-Alex
06-19-2003, 10:43 PM
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2003 MB C230K Sports Sedan
Originally posted by AlBoston
so how much do u wanna sell ur stock rims for
so how much do u wanna sell ur stock rims for
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06-20-2003, 02:09 PM
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2003 MB C230K Sports Sedan
Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
thats pretty light weight... too bad i dont like bbs.
thats pretty light weight... too bad i dont like bbs.
They are just my brand of choice... Ive never had a single one ever bend or have problems... I havent heard anything bad about Brabus or Lorinser either..-Alex
06-20-2003, 05:04 PM
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BBS, good choice, I chose the LM. BBS quality is at the top.
At first I was looking at the usual spoked stuff because it is the "thing" these days, but you see it everywhere now, Acuras, trucks etc. Most stock wheels are some sort of 5 or 6 spoke star shape it seems.
The BBS are different, cheers.
At first I was looking at the usual spoked stuff because it is the "thing" these days, but you see it everywhere now, Acuras, trucks etc. Most stock wheels are some sort of 5 or 6 spoke star shape it seems.
The BBS are different, cheers.
06-20-2003, 05:20 PM
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Originally posted by rrf
BBS, good choice, I chose the LM. BBS quality is at the top.
At first I was looking at the usual spoked stuff because it is the "thing" these days, but you see it everywhere now, Acuras, trucks etc. Most stock wheels are some sort of 5 or 6 spoke star shape it seems.
The BBS are different, cheers.
BBS, good choice, I chose the LM. BBS quality is at the top.
At first I was looking at the usual spoked stuff because it is the "thing" these days, but you see it everywhere now, Acuras, trucks etc. Most stock wheels are some sort of 5 or 6 spoke star shape it seems.
The BBS are different, cheers.
Have any pictures? I love LM's
-Alex
06-20-2003, 05:38 PM
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yea but all rims will dent at certain conditions... like how fast youre goin or how sharp the pothole is. brabus is the strongest non-forged rim.... sure ive dented it before, but it was a really really bad hit.
06-23-2003, 07:25 AM
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Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
yea but all rims will dent at certain conditions... like how fast youre goin or how sharp the pothole is. brabus is the strongest non-forged rim.... sure ive dented it before, but it was a really really bad hit.
yea but all rims will dent at certain conditions... like how fast youre goin or how sharp the pothole is. brabus is the strongest non-forged rim.... sure ive dented it before, but it was a really really bad hit.
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06-23-2003, 09:16 AM
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Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
sh*t that sucks!! you mean your car fell into the hole the plate was covering?????
sh*t that sucks!! you mean your car fell into the hole the plate was covering?????
I guess it would have happened to any rim.. from BBS to Lorinser to HRE... Just my luck it happens with the second most expensive wheel bbs makes
1800 bux to replace them-Alex
06-23-2003, 10:22 AM
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ones too fast according to CHP!
File a claim agains the city/state. You can get it covered. Also, your insurance should cover this without impacting your rates.
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06-23-2003, 11:27 AM
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i cant believe that the only place i dented my rims was on the Wilshire corridor... right infront of some of the most expensive apartments in LA.... you would expect cracked roads in the ghetto.... but on Wilshire? daaamn its almost beverly hills! my dad said i should claim it from the city.... but seems like its a lot of hard work... cost me 300 bucks to fix it!!
06-23-2003, 12:24 PM
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The True OG Modded out W203
Originally posted by alevy
I guess i FU*KIN jinxed myself.. Today on the turnpike in jersey and metal construction plate must have shifted.. and i hit it doing 50mph.. Car fall down go BOOM
-Alex
I guess i FU*KIN jinxed myself.. Today on the turnpike in jersey and metal construction plate must have shifted.. and i hit it doing 50mph.. Car fall down go BOOM
-Alex
Let me add to the condolences. Sorry to hear that man! I never wish that on any one that has spent over 3k on their wheels. You should file a complaint of lack of warning signs. Sure it'll take 'em a while to get you your money, but hey its something.
06-23-2003, 12:31 PM
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Originally posted by CarlssonCRS
i cant believe that the only place i dented my rims was on the Wilshire corridor... right infront of some of the most expensive apartments in LA.... you would expect cracked roads in the ghetto.... but on Wilshire? daaamn its almost beverly hills! my dad said i should claim it from the city.... but seems like its a lot of hard work... cost me 300 bucks to fix it!!
i cant believe that the only place i dented my rims was on the Wilshire corridor... right infront of some of the most expensive apartments in LA.... you would expect cracked roads in the ghetto.... but on Wilshire? daaamn its almost beverly hills! my dad said i should claim it from the city.... but seems like its a lot of hard work... cost me 300 bucks to fix it!!
Yup I know what you mean! I broke a few rims a few years back in CENTURY CITY/BEVERLY HILLS, West Hollywood. Never in the "ghetto" where I live. Its weird...
