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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 08:55 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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Grifter757, I thought about getting the 962's like you have, looks good. Are you planning to lower the rear? It's sits up a bit high.
ITs because the fronts are slammed with weight jacks and I gavent put the rear ones on yet.
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Old Aug 5, 2010 | 09:20 AM
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I like the 18" snowfalke rims
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Old Aug 7, 2010 | 09:33 PM
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i like mine ....... 17x8fronts and 17x9rears
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Old Aug 8, 2010 | 02:27 AM
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i really like the stance of the car....did you do anything to the suspension? shoot me a pm please.
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 03:54 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

I think these are best! CCW Classics. I have been trying to find a used set for months with no luck, probably never will and with a new price of $2,400
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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those will look horrible on a 3rd gen.
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 05:18 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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those will look horrible on a 3rd gen.
I ordered a set about a month ago . Mine look slightly different than the ones pictured above. I will post pics when they arrive.
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 09:56 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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those will look horrible on a 3rd gen.
If set up right they actually look really good. Was my first wheel choice but dont want to spend 2400 for them when i could get Fikse FM5 for a little more which is my dream wheel. Oh well one day.
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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 10:04 PM
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Irocs baby! woot
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Old Aug 14, 2010 | 12:07 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by Carlos773
those will look horrible on a 3rd gen.
You.

Are.

Crazy.



I don't think there is a vehicle on this planet that wouldn't looked better with CCW classics. There could be better wheel choices I'm sure but the classics are amazing.

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Old Aug 14, 2010 | 12:19 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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You.

Are.

Crazy.



I don't think there is a vehicle on this planet that wouldn't looked better with CCW classics. There could be better wheel choices I'm sure but the classics are amazing.
I agree.

I just got the tracking info for my Classics and they are expected to arrive next Friday!!
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Old Aug 14, 2010 | 06:27 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by Grifter757
If set up right they actually look really good. Was my first wheel choice but dont want to spend 2400 for them when i could get Fikse FM5 for a little more which is my dream wheel. Oh well one day.

I figured to myself, it will look good in some applications but I am not a fan of them, I have seen them on 4th gens and also not a fan of them.

Well who knows maybe you guys can convince me wrong.
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Old Aug 15, 2010 | 10:35 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

I wonder why, I've seen a million TTIIs, but never a single set of these--on any car--ever:

http://4wheelonline.com/Cragar-Wheel....142425.502697

As you all probably know, when you are talking muscle car, Cragar 8/61 mags are and always have been the de facto wheels to go with along with white letter tires, and 7-8 years ago they came out with the above wheel, changed a bit to go with the look/sizes of late model cars, several years before AR put out their TTIIs. Still though, I haven't seen a single car with these new style Cragars ever. Would love to see a third gen with them. Affordable too.
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Old Aug 16, 2010 | 12:15 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

look damn good just installed yesterday.



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Old Aug 20, 2010 | 11:56 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

I just bought a set of refinished 85-87 Iroc rims from mike's montes...(This is a newly refinished set of 4 Iroc wheels with new center caps.They look awesome!!!!!!!!!! There are 2 front and 2 rear wheels included. These wheels are 16x8 .You will not find closer to new anywhere .Call 937-526-5089 for more information) He can get more.

I am very satisfied with the rims and I just ordered Firestone wide ovals for them. I hope to have them on soon. Right now I have 15X8" polished aluminum Ultra Tri-Fan's on my car. I know the Tri-fans were a mid 90's wheel, but I still like the way they look.

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Old Aug 21, 2010 | 02:19 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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Hey PreKum1.0, the right wheels MAKE the car.
I absolutely agree!
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Old Aug 21, 2010 | 02:41 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

new rims
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 05:21 PM
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american racing AR 23 15X7 on front 15X8 on back
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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corvette z06 18x10.5 rears, front 17x9

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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 11:55 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by dust3r
I agree.

I just got the tracking info for my Classics and they are expected to arrive next Friday!!
I'm patiently waiting for pictures.
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Old Aug 25, 2010 | 12:34 AM
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I actually got them last Friday, and I will try to get pictures tomorrow or Thursday at the latest. I need to install my new rear springs and get an alignment.




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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 03:18 PM
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18" Foose Monterrey on my Contempo

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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 06:28 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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18" Foose Monterrey on my Contempo

Very unique. Got any more pics?
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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 08:22 PM
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Here's a few more pics. It's a 1986 Camaro Contempo Cantara GT. Pretty rare. Some people love it (like me) and some hate it. I took the front spoiler off, it was trashed. I'll replace it with something soon. And it only has 35,000 miles. I actually bought one new in 1987. I wish I'd never sold that car and I swore if I ever found one I'd buy it. And the new wheels really set it off.

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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 09:13 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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I actually got them last Friday, and I will try to get pictures tomorrow or Thursday at the latest. I need to install my new rear springs and get an alignment.




ddrrrrool...
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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 09:33 PM
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Old Aug 26, 2010 | 09:35 PM
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

I was wondering if you could tell me what rims are on the car in the picture. I have a 1992 Camaro RS I would like to put some spokes on. Can you tell me what size those are they look a little bigger than 15's. Do they also have them in non polished finish.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 06:25 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by Ikerman7000
I was wondering if you could tell me what rims are on the car in the picture.
Would probably help to mention which picture you are talking about, or put the name of the member who posted it.
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Old Aug 30, 2010 | 09:25 PM
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20" Centerlines with black dust shields, installed new rear springs and the 275/40/20's in the rear fit with no rubbing.
Now Going with polished C6's

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Old Aug 30, 2010 | 10:44 PM
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Nice ride Chevboy28, Clean lines, I like the little monster under the hood too!
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 07:14 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

I finally snapped a picture of my car with the new wheels. My camera is horrible, the wheels looke ALOT better in person. They have a polished lip and a brushed bare aluminum center.



Better pictures and scenery to come once I get an alignment.
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 07:20 PM
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I really like the American Nitro Chromes I have on mine.. but it's a personal taste thing. I _never_ liked the stock Honeycombs. I think the nicest stock ones were the five way three-slots. (had them on my old car). But they were heavy as all get out.
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 07:44 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by dust3r
I finally snapped a picture of my car with the new wheels. My camera is horrible, the wheels looke ALOT better in person. They have a polished lip and a brushed bare aluminum center.



Better pictures and scenery to come once I get an alignment.
Dude I would LOVE to score a set of those but they are just way too damn expensive. Very nice!!!
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Old Sep 6, 2010 | 10:40 PM
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Nice set of wheels, like the shark color of the car. Hate to see door ding...someone did the same to mine too.
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 12:10 AM
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Originally Posted by chevboy28
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 12:29 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by dust3r
I finally snapped a picture of my car with the new wheels. My camera is horrible, the wheels looke ALOT better in person. They have a polished lip and a brushed bare aluminum center.

Better pictures and scenery to come once I get an alignment.
Those look awesome. They go amazingly well with the color. What is it? Not a fan of the spoiler but those wheels can mask almost anything.
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Old Sep 7, 2010 | 01:06 AM
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Originally Posted by iansane
Those look awesome. They go amazingly well with the color. What is it? Not a fan of the spoiler but those wheels can mask almost anything.
Thanks! I will be changing the spoiler when I get it repainted (probably the beginning of next year) I am glad I chose the brushed center over the polished, black, and titanium. I didn't want the polished centers because of the maintenance, the titanium really doesn't fit my future paint color too well. I was set on the black centers for as long as I've known these wheels existed until about 2 days before I ordered these.

Originally Posted by 85 ZXX
Nice set of wheels, like the shark color of the car. Hate to see door ding...someone did the same to mine too.
Yea...that ding happened 5 years ago in my high school parking lot. The strange thing is my buddy was parked next to me and he never opened the passenger side door that day. I was also parked at the back of the lot facing a chain link fence so there was no reason for anybody to be anywhere near my door.
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by dust3r
Thanks! I will be changing the spoiler when I get it repainted (probably the beginning of next year) I am glad I chose the brushed center over the polished, black, and titanium. I didn't want the polished centers because of the maintenance, the titanium really doesn't fit my future paint color too well. I was set on the black centers for as long as I've known these wheels existed until about 2 days before I ordered these.



Yea...that ding happened 5 years ago in my high school parking lot. The strange thing is my buddy was parked next to me and he never opened the passenger side door that day. I was also parked at the back of the lot facing a chain link fence so there was no reason for anybody to be anywhere near my door.
Something wierd about that door ding...What setup did you go with to lower your ride? Do the tires clear ok?
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Old Sep 11, 2010 | 04:05 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by 02SLPTransAm
I have 15" wheels off a 1976 Trans Am. I think they look pretty good and I have received a lot of compliments on them. I have never seen another car with them so far. Check my sig for the pic.
Those same wheels were on the base Firebird in '86. My sister had one just like the one below.
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Old Sep 11, 2010 | 09:36 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

pwdbychevy (and) dust3r...I have been looking for some wheels that are the same style as the ones you have on your cars, So I have to ask; What brand / size(s) are your wheels? I have always liked that style of wheels and I am looking for some for my 88 T/A, but not having much luck finding them.
John C.
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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 08:06 AM
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pwdbychevy (and) dust3r...I have been looking for some wheels that are the same style as the ones you have on your cars, So I have to ask; What brand / size(s) are your wheels? I have always liked that style of wheels and I am looking for some for my 88 T/A, but not having much luck finding them.
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Mine are HP Designs Evo/Lightning wheels 19x8.5 front 245/40 and rear 19x9.5 275/35
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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 06:04 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by pwdbychevy
Mine are HP Designs Evo/Lightning wheels 19x8.5 front 245/40 and rear 19x9.5 275/35
Thanks for the info! Did you get them from Hawk's third gen parts, or does some place have a better a price on them?

John C.

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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 10:22 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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pwdbychevy (and) dust3r...I have been looking for some wheels that are the same style as the ones you have on your cars, So I have to ask; What brand / size(s) are your wheels? I have always liked that style of wheels and I am looking for some for my 88 T/A, but not having much luck finding them.
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Mine are made by CCW (Complete Custom Wheel), and the style is Classic (Street version). The fronts are only 18x8 and the rears are 18x10. I chose to only go with an 8" wide front wheel because I didn't want to deal with rubbing like my last set of wheels which were 9.5" wide. I can turn the wheels from all the way to the left and right and I don't have any rubbing. They are custom made to your specs, so you can get them wider if you want. I believe the only place you can get these wheels is through CCW, and they run $2200 for the "Race" version, or $2400 for the "Street" version. Ive only driven my car twice with them on so far because I finally found somebody yesterday that would/could perform an alignment on my lowered car, but I have gotten compliments and stares on both outings.
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Old Sep 12, 2010 | 11:51 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

hayz..those are so damn good looking..
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Old Sep 13, 2010 | 05:08 AM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by 88PontiacT/A
Thanks for the info! Did you get them from Hawk's third gen parts, or does some place have a better a price on them?

John C.
I bought these from my brother for $300 . He had them on his BMW 325i. I am using 1.5" billet adapters front and rear since the offset was different.
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Old Sep 13, 2010 | 02:30 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Originally Posted by pwdbychevy
I bought these from my brother for $300 . He had them on his BMW 325i. I am using 1.5" billet adapters front and rear since the offset was different.
I'll Give You $350 for 'em right now! I'll even drive up and pick them up! J/K!
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Old Sep 13, 2010 | 07:28 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

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I'll Give You $350 for 'em right now! I'll even drive up and pick them up! J/K!
x2. and Raise ya $50

I love those rims. thinking of puting mine up F/S and looking for a set like his.
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Old Sep 13, 2010 | 07:40 PM
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Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Sorry yall they're not for sale...yet
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Old Sep 13, 2010 | 08:03 PM
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