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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 07:22 AM
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I like all three...but 1 and 3 would look best on a G. I'd hit it.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 11:47 AM
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Well If I decide to make them for the G35 I may take custom orders that take about 5-7 weeks to make or I may just have some sets in stock. For example I may just carry 20x9 front and 20x10 rear, if thats what the popular choice is. What do you think, custom orders or keep them in stock?

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What are the specs offered? Widths? Offsets? Diameters? Finishes? Details about the build? All of that is just as important as spoke style.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 01:19 PM
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weight? strength? the first 1 looks good but i would want to know the weight and how they would hold up ex. rota vs volk in terms of cracking and such and how heavy they would be
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 03:44 PM
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20" wheels are about 26 lbs. They are tested to JWL and DOT specs.

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weight? strength? the first 1 looks good but i would want to know the weight and how they would hold up ex. rota vs volk in terms of cracking and such and how heavy they would be
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 04:51 PM
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I honestly don't think any of them will look good on our cars. Might look better on euro cars.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 05:08 PM
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I'm kinda digging the first set. Not so much the other two.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 05:37 PM
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what are the prices and i'll tell u if i lika.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 07:06 PM
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lol not sure yet. Depends on a number of factors. So what do you honestly think is a fair price?

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what are the prices and i'll tell u if i lika.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 07:07 PM
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I appreciate everyones honestly, good or bad. Thanks!!
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:03 PM
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i like the last one the best.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:34 PM
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1st and 3rd are nice.
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 12:38 PM
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So to everyone who replied and to any one else, what is a fair price for these 3 piece wheels in say a brushed finish?
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 12:47 PM
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Don't want to rain on your entrepreneurial spirit here.....
But, be very sure who you are dealing with & the quality of the product.

Things like product support are important.
You are the middle man & will catch all the schite if there are problems.
& most of all get liability insurance!!!!

Good luck with it!


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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 12:52 PM
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i like the third ones most of the three ..


you have to remember not everyones taste is the same ..

if your going to sell something you have to have a variety ..

and the maker (brand) will determine whether they sell at all ..

certain brands are known for quality and great worksmanship ..

some other brands are less valuable/desireable due to the lower quality/material....

no matter what style/size they come in ..

just my opinion ..
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 12:55 PM
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I think the first one would look hot on a G37, G35-C or 350Z.

I think the other 2 would look fine on G-coupes but good on the G-sedans. They would look even better on the M series cars and the FX and EX.

If you could have wheels in stock you would probably outsell many other vendors who are too afraid or don't have the cash to stock the products they sell. Instead they charge through the nose and you have to wait 2 or 3 months to get your wheels. I'm done with this. You pay your money and have to wait that long? If you're serious, give it a try. Stock a couple sets of the first wheel. I willing to bet you sell them fairly quickly.
3 piece wheels usually run between 1-2K per wheel....depending on quality, finish options and whether they are fully forged or a combination of cast/forged. There's a couple out there that cost around 800-900 per wheel but that's unusual. 2 piece wheels usually run $600-$1300 per wheel.
 
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