Suggested black rims?

[hellk4t]

I have terrible wheel covers as of now because one day I woke up and my front drivers side was missing. So I've been scouting new black rims (black 02 galant) and was wondering if you guys know of any that in particuluar look good on our 8g's? I will have pics when I get home of what I have on there now. Any black rims you guys know look nasty on our cars?

[WarmAndSCSI]

Black wheels like this look really, really good IMO: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=wheelCloseUp&wheelMake=BBS&wheelModel=RS-GT&wheelFinish=Diamond+Black+w%2FMach+Lip

Ones like these, not so much: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=wheelCloseUp&wheelMake=Avarus&wheelModel=AV2&wheelFinish=Black+w%2FPolished+Stainless+Lip

I think the Galant makes a really classy tuner car or even a VIP car if you've got enough cash to dump into the visual mods. Some people want to turn them into donks, however. *shrugs*

Ultimately, it's up to YOU. What's important is finding a wheel with the correct width and offset to fit well.

[hellk4t]

Haha I was leaning towards something more like the 2nd link =/
I have a bit of searching to do first but just basically wanted to know if you guys knew of any in particular that looked sharp.

[WarmAndSCSI]

Haha, to each his own ;)

[run1206]

i like the second one warm put up..

[WarmAndSCSI]

i like the second one warm put up..

AH!!!!

[hellk4t]

Haha :)

Anyways here's what im working with now =/

Not too good lookin.
http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/1251/02galant001rz4.jpg

[WarmAndSCSI]

Oh man, anything would be an improvement but just remember the Galant is a Japanese car (that happens to be made in the US, but still) ;)

You can make a car look VIP without making it look silly. Execution is key.

[hellk4t]

Yes sir!

Seriously though, thanks alot for the input. When i get a hold of some rims im looking at i'll post em up.

[WarmAndSCSI]

These are a bit cheaper than BBS I think:

http://www.workwheelsusa.com/wheels/BRANDfolder/euro_xr.html

(in black)

http://www.workwheelsusa.com/wheels/BRANDfolder/vs_xx.html

(also in black)

http://www.workwheelsusa.com/wheels/ if you're interested

[komodo]

awwwww yeahhhhh
BBS RS-GT all the way!! those are pure sexxxx!!!

Funny you posted those warm, I was going to suggest the same thing..
[the RS-Gts and the VS-XX]
I never heard of this euroline brand though. Apparently it's owned by work too.
-drools- I love mesh rims =]

[hellk4t]

Hmm I like those alot, very cool. Thanks again.

[WarmAndSCSI]

NP... I could throw suggestions at you all day long. I wouldn't put any of these on my car, but I think they'd look good on a black Galant just the same.

[RAZ_76]

This is what that second set might look like

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/razvan76/mybanner47d0cd67b7bbelc1.jpg

[spdracr]

those BBS are hot man exactly what I want

Tirerack don't have them listed for our cars and no price either

[hellk4t]

This is what that second set might look like

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/razvan76/mybanner47d0cd67b7bbelc1.jpg

I like those, I think they'd look nice on a black galant. The spoke style is starting to grow on me though..

[WarmAndSCSI]

those BBS are hot man exactly what I want

Tirerack don't have them listed for our cars and no price either

Select a 2001 Galant GTZ... that works. And BTW, those cost about $900/piece shipped ;)

[hellk4t]

Select a 2001 Galant GTZ... that works. And BTW, those cost about $900/piece shipped ;)

Hmmm, got any slighty more cost-effective suggestions? haha

[WarmAndSCSI]

Hmmm, got any slighty more cost-effective suggestions? haha

The WORK wheels I posted should be much cheaper.

[hellk4t]

The WORK wheels I posted should be much cheaper.

Werd, I'm lookin at the Steez Nicross, kinda likin those.

http://www.workwheelsusa.com/wheels/BRANDfolder/images/Steez_Nicross.gif

[WarmAndSCSI]

Oh yeah, I was going to post those but they only come in black chrome, which is more bright silver than black.

[hellk4t]

Oh yeah, I was going to post those but they only come in black chrome, which is more bright silver than black.

Yeah :(
Thats unfortunate, everything else worked about them (especially them being 15's)
Not sure if I can afford to wrap some new rims in some new (larger) tires as well.

[99 galant]

This is what that second set might look like

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k270/razvan76/mybanner47d0cd67b7bbelc1.jpg

damn, i did a pretty good photoshop there :D

dude, we cant tell you what rims look hot on our car. its your taste not ours, try finding some good pics and have someone photoshop them on

[hellk4t]

Warm, do you know if any of these are decent?

http://customwheel.com/custom_wheels/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=wheels&x=0&y=0

[WarmAndSCSI]

Warm, do you know if any of these are decent?

http://customwheel.com/custom_wheels/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=wheels&x=0&y=0

Eh, I'm tempted to say "no." They all look like cheap knockoff brands to me.

[hellk4t]

Eh, I'm tempted to say "no." They all look like cheap knockoff brands to me.

And they probably are, fit my budget though ;)

[WarmAndSCSI]

Save, save, save.

[RAZ_76]

How much are you looking to spend on wheels and tires??

[hellk4t]

How much are you looking to spend on wheels and tires??

I don't exactly have a number range, but it'll be hard for me to go over 600.

[WarmAndSCSI]

I don't exactly have a number range, but it'll be hard for me to go over 600.

For wheels AND tires? Definitely start saving then. I'm about to drop $800 JUST on tires alone.

[hellk4t]

For wheels AND tires? Definitely start saving then. I'm about to drop $800 JUST on tires alone.

Yeah, i'm not picking them up anytime soon, I would just like some prospective sets. What I have on there now is just so bad =/

[RAZ_76]

I spent 780 on just tires.

[WarmAndSCSI]

The longer you wait to upgrade, the more satisfying the change will be.

[RAZ_76]

Maybe you should just replace your tires and keep your wheels until you can afford another set or wheels and tires. You might be able to find some used wheels and tires for that.

[hellk4t]

The longer you wait to upgrade, the more satisfying the change will be.

I understand that. Its good to check out some styles I like though, my dad owns a shop and gets a gigantic discount from his distributor, so later today I'll see what kind of things he can grab for me.

[lKoRTy]

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[hellk4t]

Wow can you link those?

[komodo]

Are those Motegis? Those are nice!
Reminds me of Cali's... volk, were they volks? lol

[lonestar22]

i spent $600 on tires alone this time, but back when i had my 18's i spend $700 on the entire set. if you dont really care about brand names or reputability you can hit up www.wheelmax.com where they have wheels for $99/each.

[hellk4t]

Hmm, thanks for the input, I'll check it out.

[RAZ_76]

Those are Motegi Touge and they sell for like 240 a piece.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=motegi+touge&category0=

[WarmAndSCSI]

Those are Motegi Touge and they sell for like 240 a piece.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=motegi+touge&category0=

Found them on Summit Racing for $170/piece.

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=are-21717965

[RAZ_76]

Thats still more then what he wants to spend.

[WarmAndSCSI]

Thats still more then what he wants to spend.

Which sucks because that's about the minimum price/quality for a decent wheel. This is about what I paid for my Enkei wheels.

[RAZ_76]

Correct! thats why I told him to wait.

[Ivory8g]

Lol keep in mind that ikorty has 18's and if you want that look you should go 18's. Plan the long term look for your car. look at other peoples cars and see what look you like for a final look.

[hellk4t]

Lol keep in mind that ikorty has 18's and if you want that look you should go 18's. Plan the long term look for your car. look at other peoples cars and see what look you like for a final look.

Yeah, good advice. And what RAZ said, I think Warm said it too but the bottom line is i'm waiting a while til I get some rims, but I wanted to check out styles you guys thought looked nice.

[WarmAndSCSI]

Good thinking man... I'll tell you one thing. Never rush ANY mod on your car. Doing this has screwed me more than once, and out of a LOT more than what you're looking to spend on wheels.

[hellk4t]

Yeah I wouldn't doubt it. Rims and body pieces are a little ways off for me, a few months at the least. Right now I'm taking care of simple mods - still have to clear my corners and install my xenons, also my LEDs in the gauge cluster. Silverstars seem to be the best bet for replacement bulbs, correct?

[WarmAndSCSI]

SilverStar bulbs are a little better... they do burn out quickly compared to stock, though.

[seth98esT]

Just pick up some Roats. They are cheap knockoffs, but arent going to crack every time you hit a pothole :P

[WarmAndSCSI]

Just pick up some Roats. They are cheap knockoffs, but arent going to crack every time you hit a pothole :P

Rotas*

[99 galant]

i paid $500 for my tires shipped and another $440 for my new rims coming in next weekish. just save up like they said and trust me, youd rather have 17's-19's rather then 15's.

[hellk4t]

SilverStar bulbs are a little better... they do burn out quickly compared to stock, though.

Really...I had a question on that as well - are the actual silverstar bulbs amber? Do they light up at all while my running lights are on? It would kinda defeat the purpose of clearing corners...Im figuring they dont since everyone does it anyways, but was curious.

[WarmAndSCSI]

Really...I had a question on that as well - are the actual silverstar bulbs amber? Do they light up at all while my running lights are on? It would kinda defeat the purpose of clearing corners...Im figuring they dont since everyone does it anyways, but was curious.

You're clearly talking about the corner bulbs... and no, they're like a silverish blue and light up bright amber.

[hellk4t]

You're clearly talking about the corner bulbs... and no, they're like a silverish blue and light up bright amber.

Yes, sorry, and thank you.

[RedGalant2k1]

Hmmm, got any slighty more cost-effective suggestions? haha

If you want nice Black wheels that are cheaper check here:

www.ZinikWheels.com - I'd suggest the Zinik Z21 Sofin Black.
http://www.1stoprimshop.com/images/wheels/zinik/zinik_sofi_b_black_sm.jpg

www.Mkwalloy.com - I'd suggest the MKW M50 Black.
http://adaptivestrategies.com/MKW-M50b.jpg

All should be about $150-250 per wheel.

[RedGalant2k1]

On another note as far as tire cost? My 19" BFG KDW2s at cost over $700 (and I work at a tire store).

Here is a 2007 Nissan Altima on 20" Zinik Sofins.
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e52/RedGalant2k1/Picture115-1.jpg

[dronesurfboards]

How about these rims, Enkei RPM2 in hyperblack. they come in 18x7.5 with +45 offset i think. you might get away with a set for 1k without tires or 1k with a shop that does a package deal. Clean look in my opinion. Or if you want to go cheaper, Rota makes wheels for cheap. Rota P-1 in flatblack and red trim, or go gangsta with their SSR professor knockoffs, i think they are the D2. just check their website, im lazy to post the pic. www.rotawheels.com.

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a331/dronesurfboards/rpm.jpg

[Mike_Rom]

I spent $800 for just my tires alone. I think the mesh style wheels look best IMO.

[Ivory8g]

lol damn guys I spent $899 for wheel tire combo. but now you cant find the same wheel tire combo for under 1k. lol and those sofin blacks are sick!

[hellk4t]

I appreciate all the input guys! It definitely helps alot - I may be getting rims sooner than I expected.

[lKoRTy]

Found them on Summit Racing for $170/piece.

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=are-21717965

those are 17's, thats why 170. And no, 18's wont be 180 :lol:

The rims are Motegi Touge. 18x7.5 with a lip.
I got my set for about 750 wheels alone. Searched the net for a long time, then drove 2 hours to pick them up in person to make sure they are fine. It took me 2 months to get them, because they were on backorder, but i somehow managed to get the last set in the whole U.S. that American Racing even had. They had to ship it from California, and that took another couple of days. Last set! I was so happy lol. There are not many people who have them as they are not advertised heavily.
As for the tires I have Nankang ns-2, and those ran about 300-400. Plus mounting, alignments, all that good stuff. Total ran about 1200-1300 But was well worth it. I was rocking hubcaps before and was proud of them, ask anyone, but i found what i wanted and got it. So just look at different styles and figure out what suits YOU and YOUR CAR best.
Took me a good while to find what I wanted, theres not that many 'think' 5-spoke rims. And thin don't look as good imo. These Touge's also come in gunmetal. But I think they fit My car perfectly. I will try to find the website where i got them from.

[hellk4t]

those are 17's, thats why 170. And no, 18's wont be 180 :lol:

The rims are Motegi Touge. 18x7.5 with a lip.
I got my set for about 750 wheels alone. Searched the net for a long time, then drove 2 hours to pick them up in person to make sure they are fine. It took me 2 months to get them, because they were on backorder, but i somehow managed to get the last set in the whole U.S. that American Racing even had. They had to ship it from California, and that took another couple of days. Last set! I was so happy lol. There are not many people who have them as they are not advertised heavily.
As for the tires I have Nankang ns-2, and those ran about 300-400. Plus mounting, alignments, all that good stuff. Total ran about 1200-1300 But was well worth it. I was rocking hubcaps before and was proud of them, ask anyone, but i found what i wanted and got it. So just look at different styles and figure out what suits YOU and YOUR CAR best.
Took me a good while to find what I wanted, theres not that many 'think' 5-spoke rims. And thin don't look as good imo. These Touge's also come in gunmetal. But I think they fit My car perfectly. I will try to find the website where i got them from.

Wow, thats awesome man, glad you got them. I will definitely take that advice, and I happen to be one of those people who think 5 spoke rims :)

[lKoRTy]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Inch-Black-Wheels-Rims-motegi-touge-5x4-5_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el1247QQ categoryZ43958QQihZ006QQitemZ160210410586QQrdZ1QQs spagenameZWD1V

This is it. Exactly those guys that I got it from. Dealt with them personally. First time they messed up and got me 4 lug instead of 5 lug, because for some reason the boxes said 5 lug. But they called supplier while i was there and got me that last set from Cali.

It also seems they've lowered the price a little on them, which is a good thing.

[spdracr]

How about these rims, Enkei RPM2 in hyperblack. they come in 18x7.5 with +45 offset i think. you might get away with a set for 1k without tires or 1k with a shop that does a package deal. Clean look in my opinion. Or if you want to go cheaper, Rota makes wheels for cheap. Rota P-1 in flatblack and red trim, or go gangsta with their SSR professor knockoffs, i think they are the D2. just check their website, im lazy to post the pic. www.rotawheels.com.

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a331/dronesurfboards/rpm.jpg

what are those rims in the pic ??? i like them and they would look nicer if they had a lip but i wonder if those will fit the brembo calipers

[zobgel]

for black galant this will looks good "black rims with red stripe"
http://www.wheelsnext.com/images/wheels/large/tenzo_typemv1_bkf_red_2.jpg

[hellk4t]

I found some sportmax rims black with red trim, my whole car is black-blue though, blue streetglow / LEDs & xenons :( they'd be perfect if it was a blue trim... I might get a set of motegi's or konig hotswaps, I didn't decide yet. ill post 'em up later when I get home.

[dronesurfboards]

what are those rims in the pic ??? i like them and they would look nicer if they had a lip but i wonder if those will fit the brembo calipers

Enkei RPM2. they run around 1200 without tires...not a bad deal in my opinion.

[nokcy21]

i like black rims with chrome or polished lip,

[silver01g]

yeah im so use of my car havin black wheels, im afraid to get anything else cause it may make the car look totally different.
im gettin these in 19's, but they also come in silver, but dont know yet.
http://i256.photobucket.com/albums/hh191/silver01g/petrol_vengeance_glossBlack.jpg

[hellk4t]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Inch-Black-Wheels-Rims-motegi-touge-5x4-5_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el1247QQ categoryZ43958QQihZ006QQitemZ160210410586QQrdZ1QQs spagenameZWD1V

This is it. Exactly those guys that I got it from. Dealt with them personally. First time they messed up and got me 4 lug instead of 5 lug, because for some reason the boxes said 5 lug. But they called supplier while i was there and got me that last set from Cali.

It also seems they've lowered the price a little on them, which is a good thing.

I'm about to get a nice chunk of cash from scholarships and am gonna buy the Touges. My dad distributor also sells them so Imma get a quote on a wheel/tire package from them but will definitely keep this ebay store in mind, thanks alot!

[lKoRTy]

no prob. glad i helped out :D