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Old May 29, 2007 | 01:36 PM
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I need to get a new set of rims because I had to drive in the winter for three weeks during January. Needless to say, my chrome rims are shot. So...

I was wondering what all your opinions are for a good-looking affordable rim? I would like to get 17x8s because that's what my current tires are for and I would like to re-use those. Anyone have any ideas? I keep finding the same old... same old. Thanks for your help.
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Old May 29, 2007 | 09:22 PM
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I would suggest using the fronts off of a 97-99 corvette. The are 17 x 8.5 They call them wagon wheels. I have them on all 4 corners of my camaro.
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Old May 29, 2007 | 09:26 PM
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I've never heard anyone recommend wagon wheels in any situation. I'm pretty sure they are the most hated wheels in existance.
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Old May 29, 2007 | 09:28 PM
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I've never heard anyone recommend wagon wheels in any situation. I'm pretty sure they are the most hated wheels in existance.
I like them more than salad shooters, but not much else.

And what exactly is "affordable" to you? That's the variable here.
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Old May 29, 2007 | 11:19 PM
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black ZR1's
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Old May 30, 2007 | 11:13 AM
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4 wheels for below $1000... there was a great deal on discount tire for some boyd coddington grey smoothie 2s for $175 a piece but they sold out.
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Old May 30, 2007 | 01:56 PM
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look at tom's specials you can get wheels and tires fro under 1000 dollars
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Hey I have a set of 17x9's for sale. i know they're not 17x8 but hey!!!! They are GM Stamped Gunmetal grey ZR1's in good condition. PM if your interested....
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