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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 01:16 AM
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I'm going to order these wheels in a few months and I'm confused on what finish to go with. Can you guys/gals post your cars with FM5's, finish of the wheels, size, & offsets?
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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 02:42 AM
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yeah that is what im gonna go with as well, after the first time i saw them on a camaro i cannot put another rim on lol, that and im real burned out on my pro stars ,
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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 12:20 PM
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Tons of threads concerning pics with these wheels,

But I will add my latest pics.

Fikse FM5 17x9.5 17x11 Technipolish

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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 12:40 PM
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Favorite wheels for 4th gen fbodies
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Old Jul 25, 2011 | 10:21 PM
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Just do a search. Techni polish seems to be the most preferred and best looking center. I had 2 sets of FM5's and like the techni polish more
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Old Jul 26, 2011 | 08:22 AM
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Profil 5's....first of their kind (for 4th gen's) in this finish.

18 x 9.5 (+38mm - offset to clear CTS-V binders)
18 x 11 (+19 - 1" narrowed rear)

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Simulated install on the car...

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Old Jul 26, 2011 | 10:41 AM
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Those look awesome!! What's that finish called?
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Old Jul 26, 2011 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Camaroking1996
Those look awesome!! What's that finish called?
When I ordered them last fall, it was Dark Speed Silver....now I think its called Titanium Black . Dunno...just "cool" works for me
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Old Jul 27, 2011 | 04:29 AM
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Originally Posted by LPE 403
When I ordered them last fall, it was Dark Speed Silver....now I think its called Titanium Black . Dunno...just "cool" works for me
Well that makes mine a little bit more different besides backspacing lol.. urs are Dark Speed Silver mine are Titanium Black

How much did you get those Azenis tires for? I have been searching around trying to get ideas without paying 300 a tire.
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Old Jul 27, 2011 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by djfury05
Well that makes mine a little bit more different besides backspacing lol.. urs are Dark Speed Silver mine are Titanium Black

How much did you get those Azenis tires for? I have been searching around trying to get ideas without paying 300 a tire.
Paid $300 for the rears (the pair) ...from a local guy. Nice to find a deal once in awhile. Found the fronts on-line but still paid $500 shipped. All and all pretty good considering I at one point was going to put Pilots on them Tires should last a few years or few days depending on how heavy the foot is
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Old Jul 28, 2011 | 12:58 AM
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You know how mine look, ima post anyways. Techni polish. Next on the list will be powder coating them Gun medal like LPE 403's FM5s.. So sick

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Old Jul 28, 2011 | 10:12 AM
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I'll make my contribution...

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Our sale ends tomorrow - Get them cheap while you can!
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 03:48 AM
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The red car at the top, what the heck is that suspension set up?! I really like!! Please fill me in! Pm mr or something lol.
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by jarretthise
The red car at the top, what the heck is that suspension set up?! I really like!! Please fill me in! Pm mr or something lol.
Not sure about the suspension setup, but it's low...
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Fikse Wheels
Not sure about the suspension setup, but it's low...
Love the wheels, but not sure about that set up. It's too low, maybe it's bagged, and can be brought back up.
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by lees02WS6
Love the wheels, but not sure about that set up. It's too low, maybe it's bagged, and can be brought back up.
I too feel it's slightly too low. To each their own, however.
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 10:00 AM
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Fikse,

Sorry, don't mean to hijack, but noticed you on the forum. What can be done about older Fikse wheels that need some TLC? My centers (FM10s) have some etching on them. All I ever did was wash with soap and water. Thought about sending the centers to get powder coated, but don't have the torque specs for the bolts and believe I would need to order new bolts from you?

Any help or feedback would be appreciated!
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by turbo
Fikse,

Sorry, don't mean to hijack, but noticed you on the forum. What can be done about older Fikse wheels that need some TLC? My centers (FM10s) have some etching on them. All I ever did was wash with soap and water. Thought about sending the centers to get powder coated, but don't have the torque specs for the bolts and believe I would need to order new bolts from you?

Any help or feedback would be appreciated!
You have a PM
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 05:56 PM
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If y'all are referring to the first picture of the Maroon Car from post #12, if you will look closer you will notice that the car is half way on a drive way entrance. It gives the appearance it is super low. Not all four wheels are on the same surface.
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 06:49 PM
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I can't wait till my Fikse wheels come in. 6 weeks...
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