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Old 03-16-2011, 10:28 PM
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Velocity Iroc wheels any good???

Hey guys I'm really close to buying a set of chrome Irocs made by Velocity Wheel. They are 18 X 8.5 inches wide which is cool, I want them wider than stock. ( I know its not much wider) I want to go with 245/40 tires.

My question is does anyone have these same rims made by the same company etc... Are they any good? Any fitting issues?

I searched online and didnt find much info. I know AR makes a nice replica rim but I can get these pretty cheap from a buddy of mine.

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Re: Velocity Iroc wheels any good???

everybody rides velocity rims around here with no problem
Old 03-28-2011, 05:48 PM
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everybody rides velocity rims around here with no problem
Thanx for the info. I have the rims sitting in my garage. They look pretty solid from what I can tell. Waiting to get some tires maybe in a few months. I'll post some pics up when there on my car!
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Re: Velocity Iroc wheels any good???

I went to the west side of Detroit today, and he sells the 18's with 245/40 tires brand new for $1,100 out the door. I am concerned they aren't quality rims. Made in China. He says he warranties against chrome flaking or pitting for 2 years. That's not long.
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I went to the west side of Detroit today, and he sells the 18's with 245/40 tires brand new for $1,100 out the door. I am concerned they aren't quality rims. Made in China. He says he warranties against chrome flaking or pitting for 2 years. That's not long.
I wouldn't worry too much...everything is made in China nowadays. I think if you dont abuse them the chrome should last longer then 2 yrs. From what I heard there all made by the same manufactuer and sold to companies like AR who then slap there logo on and charge you hundreds more...go figure!
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Re: Velocity Iroc wheels any good???

You do realize you can run 245s on an 8" rim right, and I know that 16" iroc-z rims are 8" wide, so probably the 15s, and maybe the 14s are as well...
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