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Notchy
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18" Drags
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I would have thought that gold on silver might not be a good combo, but those looks very nice.What kind of springs are you running?
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March 2011 MOTMFebruary 2010 MOTM My GenVibe garage
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Tein S-Techs for a 08 model
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effin love it man I think maybe some small spacers to push em out just a tad would look killer
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Post by Notchy »

I was thinking about it but the fronts are tucked and would rub I think. The pic doesnt how the pop in the sunlight. I wasnt sure when I first put them on. Once I saw them in the sunlight and clean I loved it
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If it was about 1/2" taller I would. I just dont want to shred the tires. That would be a spendy mistake.
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Quote, originally posted by Kincaid »I would have thought that gold on silver might not be a good combo, but those looks very nice.My thoughts exactly.Like I said on FB Michael, they look great !
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Thanks
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Post by vit »

Looks good. What did you do with the tail lights?
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Quote, originally posted by Notchy »Once I saw them in the sunlight and clean I loved itNow you're in trouble! Keep 'em clean!
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Jut dark smoke tint.Its a pain on these tails. Going to look for another set and have them sprayed.
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I asked elsewhere too but you haven't seen that post.What offset are your wheels? I should also ask what size are the tires?
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Looks really good!
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looks great!next up -- painting those calipers :D
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Quote, originally posted by bull77 »looks great! next up -- painting those calipers :DMy vote is black, to match the center cap on those brilliant rims.Really liking the evolution of your whip, Michael.
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the rims are 18x7.5 I believe with a 38mm offset.tires are 225/40 R18 NittosThanks everyone. The claipers will be painted when I have time. Need to do brakes soon anyways.
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and no rubbing even with Tein S-Techs! I can't wait to get my springs on - soon! I am so very tempted to get new wheels and tires and sell off the factory optional 17's one at a time as people smack 'em on curbs and pot holes.On e-bay once someone was selling my wheels (tires or not I don't recall) for $225 or 250 a wheel.
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Post by Notchy »

no rubbing at all. they are tucked too.
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Post by Sublimewind »

Yup, I dig it... I've been itching for gold on my Subie..
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Post by greatmpg »

How did you get it to set so low??? I love your ride I just bought mine and need to get started with my mod list.
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read the thread...
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