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Old 04-09-2009, 03:40 PM
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19 or 20 inch rim!?!?!

Hey guys... Ive done my searching but I am looking for a nice rim, perferably black center, chrome lip ( i have an 07 E63 white/ black glass top )

I am torn between the looks of the 20 and the more tire/less chance of bending of the 19.... any advice or pics!?!?

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I had 20's and i hated the ride but loved the look. I have 19's now and its a perfect balance of performance and looks...

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You should go with a set of these, I just bought them in staggered 20's and will be on my E55 next week:

scroll down to get to the 20's

http://www.elementwheels.com/products.asp?cat=954
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20's fer looks...

19's fer looks/performance...

18's fer performance...

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I went 20 since most the time I'm just cruising to and from work. When I actually go to the track I'll put on my factory 18's in the rear mounted with drag radial rubber.
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all you have to do is get a LET 180mm pulley and tune, and 20's will give you all the performance you need
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Originally Posted by chawkins2001
You should go with a set of these, I just bought them in staggered 20's and will be on my E55 next week:

scroll down to get to the 20's

http://www.elementwheels.com/products.asp?cat=954

I have never been the biggest fan of multi-spoke but i LIKE those!! I can't wait to see pics on your ride! post them up when you get them....

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I just went through the same difficult decision and decided on 19's. I already put too much money into my engine compartment to give some hp up to wheel size. I decided on 19 HRE comp 20's because I got a screaming deal on the rims and tires...thanks again Joon. I had them sent directly to HRE to have them refinished. They were polished lips with black centers and now they have the high polish lips with brushed center. I'll get the rims back in 10-15 days and I'll post pictures.

I figured that these rims would give me better performance and looks then stock chormies. I also recently added Evosport rotors to help with weight. I'm sure either way you'll be happy and good luck on your decision. One last thing, I would really look hard for used rims right now...there are plenty of great deals out there. Finding a good deal might also help you decide.
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Nice... I would love to see pics when you get them! Pm me the price you paid or around for me to get an idea... I think the black centers / chrome or polished lip would look SICK on the white with black top!

There are a lot of great deals on used, but half of them are curb rashed or bent... I would rather spend a little more and know they are perfect!!
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Originally Posted by NMT
I had 20's and i hated the ride but loved the look. I have 19's now and its a perfect balance of performance and looks...

just my .02
If you are going to go 20' you going to sacrifice the ride. 19' is the best way and plus your have more meat on the tires....Don't get me wrong 20' will looks great on our cars..

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