What style of wheels looks better on Vibe?

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huy397
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What style of wheels looks better on Vibe?

Post by huy397 »

what do you guys think ?5 spoke, 6 spoke, 8 spoke, 10+ ?
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Re: What style of wheels looks better on Vibe? (huy397)

Post by ragingfish »

It's all a matter of personal preference...But look at this site. See Different Wheels On Your VibeIt lets you see how different wheel styles look on your car...
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Re: What style of wheels looks better on Vibe? (huy397)

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5-spoke, or 10-spokes where 2-spokes are close together looking like 5-spokes. Like this:Speaking of wheels, I'm looking to buy a set of 16" rims for my factory tires. I'm looking at getting a set of either one of these Z24 wheels:Which do you think would look better on a Vibe? Personally, I'm leaning towards the first ones because I aluminum/painted wheels better than chrome.
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Post by ragingfish »

I can swear I saw it somewhere, but I'm not positive -- isn't there a 3 spoke and 4 spoke style out there somewhere?
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Post by NovaResource »

Yes, but they're ugly.
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Re: What style of wheels looks better on Vibe? (huy397)

Post by rasermon »

quote:what do you guys think ?5 spoke, 6 spoke, 8 spoke, 10+ ?I like the 5 spoke.
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Post by Geo »

5 Spoke all the way :DAlso what I have on the way: Mille Miglia EV-S 17x8 wheels ^_^
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How does this look?

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Those look like they have a bluish tint to them....yes/no?
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Scott-----on the above pic (and I know its dated because you still have the stock hood) What happen to your other wheels (the 5 spoked ones) Just curious) James
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quote:Those look like they have a bluish tint to them....yes/no?Yes. It's the picture they were cropped from. They are more grey in color normally.quote:Scott-----on the above pic (and I know its dated because you still have the stock hood) What happen to your other wheels (the 5 spoked ones) Just curious) JamesNothing, those wheels are 17" with summer tires. I use the factory 16" wheels/tires in the summer but I hate the factory hubcaps. I'd like a better set of wheels for next winter.
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quote:How does this look?Hope not to offend, but UGLY!!! GAH GAH GAG ME WITH A SPORK!@!! SDHFDKJFHD AGGHHH...*ahem* No, sir, I don't like it. (a cookie if you can name where this reference came from)
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Hey there...I'm strongly considering a 5 spoke wheel. I think they look very nice though I have seen some on here with 10 or more. I just thnk the thinner spoked wheels look best overall. I'm looking into the Moda R6 (5 spoke) probably in an 18. I checked out some of the vehicles tirerack.com has pictured with those wheels on and I do believe it'll be a nice combo.Dave
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quote:*ahem* No, sir, I don't like it. (a cookie if you can name where this reference came from)Ren and Stimpy!
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quote:*ahem* No, sir, I don't like it. (a cookie if you can name where this reference came from)Ren and Stimpy!(removed) (removed)! COOKIE TIME FOR RASERMON!!! :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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I was gonna say monty python...
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quote:Hope not to offend, but UGLY!!! GAH GAH GAG ME WITH A SPORK!@!! SDHFDKJFHD AGGHHH...*ahem* No, sir, I don't like it. (a cookie if you can name where this reference came from)I sorta agree but I'm hoping it's just the poor cropwork I did that makes it look bad. I'm sure it would look better in real life.
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i knew that one it was the horse. i forget what they were taste testing though? was it kitty litter?
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LOL!yea, it was the hose, they were test-smelling kitty litter I believe.Also, my quote is wrong: "No sir, I DIDN'T like it!" is what he said :DAhhh, back in the days when children's cartoons were GOOD!
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I see they're now reairing Ren & Stimpy at nights on TNN on cable...
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Post by mwebb »

Personally I like the look of Chrome wheels- I almost went with a Hyper black wheel and a silver wheel but I ended up deciding on Chrome - too see what it looks like there is a link to my cardomain page in my signiture-
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Post by pissedoffgokart »

I too like the bling bling look on the darker colors (blue, shadow, and black).
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Post by savedbyzero »

I'm a fan of BBS-style rims myself. I'm gonna be going with a hyper black w/ machined lip. I also like them to have a deep lip. I'll most likely be going with 17's because I'm not certain my wife will be as careful as I am if I go with 18's. They look good, but you lose performance and ride quality. 17's should look perfect with the 2" drop and mono Abyss!
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