Clear Wheels?

rebbierae · Post by **rebbierae** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:11 am

That's...uh.....interesting. Not sure I care for that at all, but it really is different. Is that your neighbor?

redlava · Post by **redlava** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:13 am

Very interesting. I should get some to show off my Vibe's rusty black drum brakes.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:19 am

Quote, originally posted by rebbierae Â»That's...uh.....interesting. Not sure I care for that at all, but it really is different. Is that your neighbor? No this was posted on a local forum it looks to be from a warmer climate as I can see Palm tree trunks.Other forums are guessing it is some type of Lexan but no one knows who makes them. Obviously they would be for show. There is no venting for the brakes and they would never be clean.

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:19 am

Yes sir, I like it, I like it a lot.

rebbierae · Post by **rebbierae** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:23 am

Oh yeah, good point....there aren't many palm trees in the Cities. They are just a bit 'showy' for my taste.

damronjr · Post by **damronjr** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 2:04 am

Wow, that is crazy, but I think they look awesome! I agree they would be impossible to keep clean and wouldn't help the brakes any, but they do look awesome for show. I am little worried about how strong they would be too.

ArcsVibe · Post by **ArcsVibe** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 2:06 am

I wonder how much they would set you back? Trust me they wouldn't last long here in Montreal with our potholes lol.....

Mr. Poopypants · Post by **Mr. Poopypants** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 3:42 am

Those are freakin' awesome!

damronjr · Post by **damronjr** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 3:47 am

Now someone is saying on MO that it is a photochop, but I want to see the original if it is just to make sure.

Toolman · Post by **Toolman** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 4:33 am

The front brakes on a 350z should be dual caliper, in this photo they are single caliper. This is an abvious photoshop!

michiganguy · Post by **michiganguy** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 4:46 am

wonder if you could attach wipers to them to keep them clean?

Altus · Post by **Altus** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 5:16 am

Yup - I'd say that's a photochop too folks.... seriously doubt any clear substance readily available could handle that kind of strain.

Atomb · Post by **Atomb** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 5:29 am

Quote, originally posted by Altus Â»Yup - I'd say that's a photochop too folks.... seriously doubt any clear substance readily available could handle that kind of strain.on the second picture, you can see the reflection of the rim from that ugly black boxy thing parked next to it....it may be possible. i know in some steel mills they use special clear panels in the pulpit which are 'blast proof'. they have lugs bolted into some of the panels supporting parts of the structure....so i wouldn't say it's 'impossible'.

binary · Post by **binary** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 5:43 am

Quote, originally posted by Toolman Â»The front brakes on a 350z should be dual caliper, in this photo they are single caliper. This is an abvious photoshop!It appears to have a dual piston calipers up front. I would take a guess as it's some sort of acrylic or polycarbinate.

Mavrik · Post by **Mavrik** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 5:54 am

if its a photochop, its a damn good one. those rims are as sweet though. But I agree... poor brakes...

Jaycie685 · Post by **Jaycie685** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 7:35 am

Those are fugly! Wouldn't they crack or even shatter at the slightest pothole? I definitely wouldn't spend my money on those!

Toasted7 · Post by **Toasted7** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 11:19 am

Look ma... no wheels! *sorta*

ColonelPanic · Post by **ColonelPanic** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:31 pm

Hey look kids, p1mp1n' gunmetal wheels, just add brake dust!

tahoan · Post by **tahoan** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 1:42 pm

Single caliper with a dual piston. You cannot see the pistons from these views. Pistons are between the brake pad and the rotor.

Toolman · Post by **Toolman** » Thu Nov 10, 2005 10:46 pm

Look at the outside of the caliper, one hole. When they drill the piston hole in the caliper they have to also drill through the outside part because the whole assembly is one peice. I see only one hole in the front, this = single piston= a obvious chop!

4X4CHICHI · Post by **4X4CHICHI** » Fri Nov 11, 2005 4:01 am

I don't know about obvious. but I couldn't find anything on the web.

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