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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 04:00 PM
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That I would post up some new wheels I finally put on my car. Next up is redoing the rear with new sway bars, subframe connectors, a new torque arm, and possibly a 12 bolt then I go to redoing the engine. I've also included one picture of the car from a year ago with the old crap wheels. Let me know what y'all think. My goal for this car is to keep it extremely clean and very "stockish" looking except for being lowered and with other wheels. I don't want to make it crazy crazy fast, but rather fun and quick.











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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 04:22 PM
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Love those wheels.
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 08:00 PM
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Awesome choice in wheels!
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 08:33 PM
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much better
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 08:35 PM
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Can't go wrong with Fix-See.

And kick those in the nuts that say it like Fisky.
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Old Feb 18, 2012 | 08:38 PM
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Should have used the money on a new watch.
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 12:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Powerhouse
Should have used the money on a new watch.
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Hmm...nope. I have a decent watch so I'm good.


However, thanks for the responses. I have really been enjoying them and the car is much more of a drive just because of the extra traction, and the fact that I'm finally content with it for a while. However, the only issue I have is the alignment of the torque arm. I compressed the suspension when on stands, but I guess I can't get enough and therefore the rear end is about 1/8' off to the left looking in from the rear. So I guess back to the jack stands and just time to twist the wrench until I feel happy.
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by 00fastta
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Hmm...nope. I have a decent watch so I'm good.


However, thanks for the responses. I have really been enjoying them and the car is much more of a drive just because of the extra traction, and the fact that I'm finally content with it for a while. However, the only issue I have is the alignment of the torque arm. I compressed the suspension when on stands, but I guess I can't get enough and therefore the rear end is about 1/8' off to the left looking in from the rear. So I guess back to the jack stands and just time to twist the wrench until I feel happy.
You mean pan hard bar right?

Thats one clean bird you have there sir.
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 01:45 PM
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great choice man they look good,
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 05:22 PM
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Wow love them!
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 05:58 PM
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Not a big fan for those wheels but they def changed the look up a lot for the better!
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Old Feb 22, 2012 | 08:42 PM
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I like them- have a certain toughness about them.
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Old Feb 23, 2012 | 01:30 AM
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Originally Posted by 05 GSXR 1XXX
Not a big fan for those wheels but they def changed the look up a lot for the better!
This x5
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Old Feb 23, 2012 | 08:53 AM
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Looking at the pics I thought to myself, "why does this car and house look so freaking familiar?!" DUH. I've been there to take care of Ezra's rides.

Car looks great with those wheels! Love them!
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Old Feb 23, 2012 | 09:13 AM
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I love me some Fikses BRO!
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by BadCompany VP WS6
Looking at the pics I thought to myself, "why does this car and house look so freaking familiar?!" DUH. I've been there to take care of Ezra's rides.

Car looks great with those wheels! Love them!
Ha yeah. And I still need to get with Ezra so we can get you over to detail my car....it will happen!

And yes I meant pan hard rod...whoops.
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Fikse wheels are about the best mod you can do IMO.
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 06:39 PM
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Nice wheels. It's begging for a drop
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by 00fastta
My goal for this car is to keep it extremely clean and very "stockish" looking except for being lowered and with other wheels. I don't want to make it crazy crazy fast, but rather fun and quick.
I have the exact same goals for mine; not trying to break any records, just like having something fairly quick. I've got one or two more things to do before it looks how I want then it's on to the go fast goodies (redoing a thing or two.)

Your car is shaping up really nice! Excellent choice in wheels, can't go wrong with Fikse.
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sweet
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