 Tires and Wheels help, What to buy or stay away from |
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 Sep 12, 2004 - 1:07 AM
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Enthusiast  Joined Nov 25, '03 From Pittsburgh, PA, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%)  |
I have no clue whats a good brand of tire and/or wheel, what size works best with my celica 97 st, etc...
i have looked on tire rack and it says it can fit up to an 18", however, i doubt thats the 'best' fit... and what brand(s) of wheels should i be focusing on? i've also read the tire and wheel bible, so I know the theories and basics behind tires/wheels, i just need some guidance with real-life experience and suggestions... preferibly if you've had/tried out a certain brand and under certain conditions... i won't be using them in the winter, so its not a problem. rain is tho, as im in PA, the state of rain... but, no matter what tire i have, i doubt i'd drive like an idiot.. help please. |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 2:11 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Nov 22, '03 From Tracadie-Sheila, NB (Canada) Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) |
My Continental ExtremeContact All-season 215/45/17 rock!
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Sep 12, 2004 - 2:26 AM
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 Enthusiast Joined Feb 8, '04 From KY Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Get some 17's with 215/45/17 tires. I have nanking, which is not the best of brands but have had no problems in rain out of them at all.
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Sep 12, 2004 - 6:41 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I second the conti's. I also own a set of 215/45/17's. Also, the Pirelli P Zero Nero M & S are some of the best rated all season tires which I would have bought except for a nation wide back order a few months ago.
-------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 8:51 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Apr 22, '04 From Rhode Island Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
i have bfgoodrich scorchers and they are fantastic in the rain. its unbelievable. i can drive thro 2 inch deep puddles like they are nothing. ill whip down a single lane road with a jersy barrior and a guardrail when its pouring out and not have ne thing to worry about, even going 60. they are way better than my snow tires are in the rain, and those are 185/60/15's.
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Sep 12, 2004 - 9:24 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jul 10, '03 From Appleton,WI Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Third on the Continental ContiExtreme Contacts.
I just recently got them from tirerack.com for a pretty decent price and one day shipping. I have them on my stock 15" wheels. 205/55/15 VR tires. Highly reccomend, great in dry and wet situations. Whatever you decide to do, keep us posted. --------------------  A Jaws4God Creation... |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 1:47 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 25, '03 From Pittsburgh, PA, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I'll look up those conti's, what about wheels? what brand(s) are quality rims? Also, i dont know if I want chrome or brushed... whats easier to clean, what lasts longer?
any suggestions? btw, thanks for all the posts 
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Sep 12, 2004 - 5:43 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 25, '03 From Pittsburgh, PA, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
anyone wanna comment on these? http://www.tirerack.com/servlet/CallJsp?ta...cing&colorInd=6
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Sep 12, 2004 - 6:54 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jul 28, '04 From Miramar Florida Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
tires: TOYO proxes but they are expensive...
wheels, go for what you like... personally I like the AXIS MOD check them at www.axiswheels.com or see my profile.. size... well some people are scared of 18" but they fit perfectly... looka at my profile.. those are 18" Axis MOD... I'm going to try to fit the 19"... |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 8:59 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
As far as wheels, its really a matter of personal taste and fitment. Obviously you need a 5x100 bolt pattern and an offset that works with your rim width. For 7"-7.5" wide wheels, the best offset is probably something between 37 and 42. As for "best" brands for wheels, there are several manufactures that make forged wheels which are stronger and lighter in most cases. However, they are also very expensive. For a typical 6gc, you probably do not want to spend that much on wheels. Most of us do not buy forged wheels although they are great. I would probably go with a relatively decent brand just so you know its manufactured well. There are tons out there. If you tell us what style you like, we can help you a little more. By style, I mean 5-spoke, 6-spoke, polished lip, etc, etc.
- Jay -------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 9:45 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Dec 25, '02 From Pittsburgh/Clairton, PA Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
id actually recommend two sets of wheels
1 set for summer with performance tread and 1 set for anything else with all seasons  it doesn't take that much work to change wheels... This post has been edited by Consynx: Sep 12, 2004 - 9:46 PM --------------------  |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 10:06 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 25, '03 From Pittsburgh, PA, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I have some ****ty AR rims that came with my car when i bought it, so I just need 1 set for summer/spring.
as I said before I like these: http://www.tirerack.com/servlet/CallJsp?ta...cing&colorInd=6 and for tires im probablly gonna go with whatever racing wheel that got at sears... I think its sumoko HTZ or something like that. i think im going with 18" too. i like 5 spoke and painted sliver something like that. |
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Sep 12, 2004 - 10:13 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Your link still doesnt work. It has timed out. For 5 spoke, popular choices for our cars are the Enkei RS5 or the Racing Hart C5's. Good luck.
-------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Sep 13, 2004 - 1:19 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 25, '03 From Pittsburgh, PA, USA Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
 Finish: Silver Painted Size Selected: 17x8 Price: $139 each Estimated Availability: In Stock Recommended Tire Size: 215/40-17 Wheel Offset: +35mm Weight: 25.6 lbs. Additional Specs Bolt Pattern: 5-100 Finish Warranty: 2 Years Country of Origin: Italy Construction Type: 1pc. Gravity Cast This post has been edited by powerkor: Sep 13, 2004 - 1:22 AM |
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Sep 13, 2004 - 8:23 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '04 From Illinois Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
I like them.
-------------------- QUOTE(lagos @ Jul 10, 2006 - 1:55 PM) [snapback]454118[/snapback] i know your trying to do the right thing for your motor, but this is one of those times where you should just trust the guys who have had their swaps for a while and have done a ton of research into this. |
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Sep 13, 2004 - 8:47 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jul 10, '03 From Appleton,WI Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
very pretty
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Sep 13, 2004 - 8:58 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 20, '04 Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
are dunlops any good?
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