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Jul 24, 2002 | 02:24 AM

sjred

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My 18" wheel pics posted

Ok, I've updated my "RIDES" section with pics of the just installed 18x8" Mille Miglia Emotion SSL wheels and Bridgestone Pole Positon 245/45 tires. Comments are on the individual pics but overall the fit was very close and the wheel look is right for the G35 - stylish and modern, but not too flashy or garish IMO.

I'll report on the ride and handling aspects later.

Stacey

Jul 24, 2002 | 09:59 AM

Rumble

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Re: My 18" wheel pics posted

I'm sure those pix don't do the car any justice. I'd love to see it in person. Nice rims!! I find that even 18's look kinda small compared to the car or else everyone just seems to pick wheels with the rim/lip around with the design inside. Those types of rims tend to make the wheel size look smaller than it's actually diameter.

Nice, non the less!!

Jul 24, 2002 | 04:08 PM

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Re: My 18" wheel pics posted

Rumble,

You're right that the these wheels don't look like 18" because of the wheel lip. A "lipless" flush faced wheel would look larger of course, but be more easily damaged by curbs and the like. I just happen to like the polished lip look which really catches the eye when viewed from an angle. The taller profile tires (45 vs 40 series for ride & wheel protection) also diminish the wheel diameter visually when viewed from the side.

Driving observations and any clearance issues will be reported when the other 2 wheels/tires arrive.

Stacey