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Old 07-04-2010, 09:30 AM
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Had new wheels and tires installed about 2 weeks ago and finally took some pics. I bough an 18"/19" setup and am loving them!

I bought the Hankook Ventus V12 tires and I like them a ton. Good traction, quiet, and smooth. I will say that they don't feel as tight in the corners as the Goodyears, but I am not an overly aggressive driver.

Overall I am really happy with the new setup.


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Those look really good. Nice choice.
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very nice
Old 07-04-2010, 12:17 PM
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Looks great! I am considering the same setup. 18"/19" staggered and new tires. Looking at the Hankooks, Generals and Continentals.

Who made your wheels?

Doug
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Great setup you have and like the stance
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Nice, very nice!
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They give the car a nice new look. I'd say you did good.
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Originally Posted by BLK RED
Looks great! I am considering the same setup. 18"/19" staggered and new tires. Looking at the Hankooks, Generals and Continentals.

Who made your wheels?

Doug
Thanks for all of the positive comments. I really did like the thin spokes, but they were pitted in the barrels, so making the change made sense. And I wanted something a bit different (but not too much of a departure).

Anyhow, I bought the set at Tirerack. Wheels, tires, lug nuts, and TPMS sensors. I figured I was making the update, may as well get the new sensors at the same time (my old ones were ~10 years old).

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