Want new wheels

Daddy Zach · 02-17-2008, 01:22 PM

Looking for some help,
I'm thinking about getting some new rims.
I once saw some wire wheels on a Stewie and really liked the look.
Anyone know who might make them? I have been searching places like tire rack etc. and so far no luck

I want something with not so much bling and am too old for the boy racer look

Cheers

Neil · 02-17-2008, 02:01 PM

The new s2000 wheels are nice ...not as flash, but more sporty.
The only thing is that all new wheels try to improve the cars appearance in their own way., black 5 spoke will look real good with silver edge, then you wil be gauranteed to be the hottest Daddy on the block.

Good luck

Neil

Java Junky · 02-17-2008, 03:18 PM

Borrani'z r' the only wires I know of Zach. I'd be surprised if they make 'em for Stewie, but if they do, real wires're a major pain in the keister. 'Definitely not somethin' I'd recommend.
They go against all that is less maintenance/more play.
Java

slowrodent · 02-17-2008, 05:43 PM

Check out Dayton Wire Wheels... They do a lot of Brit car stuff, and their quality is really primo...Looks like they offer wheel set for tons of cars...

http://www.daytonwirewheel.com..

DJJSR · 02-17-2008, 06:18 PM

DZ - I absolutely love the look of real wire wheels and I think they would look great on an 'S'. But like JJ said they require mucho maintenance time so be prepared. I had them 40 years ago on an MGB but never cared much about maintaining them. I've got them now on one of my bikes and they are a genuine pain in the ass to clean and wax (and that's only 2!!!). But they are definitely cool.

desmo4 · 02-17-2008, 09:03 PM

If your gonna get wire wheels definitely get new hubs which support spinners

Jonathan

johnmcs1 · 02-18-2008, 01:15 PM

I have Kahn RSV 18'' wheels on my AP1. I like them as they look more classy than some of the others I've seen on the S. Like you I don't want the boy racer look. I know they are not wire wheels but thought I'd give ya my two cents!!
http://www.projectkahn.com/Gallery
Also think the Kahn RS-X are beautiful but not sure if they'd fit the S2k

Daddy Zach · 02-18-2008, 07:02 PM

Hey All,
Thanks for all the input, it seems like wire wheels are a no go, point well taken more time cleaning than driving - not what I got the car for.
So now it's back to square one, looking to get somthing lightweight, chrome finish.. any thoughts again???

DJJSR · 02-18-2008, 07:53 PM

Here ya go DZ..........

Daddy Zach · 02-20-2008, 11:10 AM

Thanks Don,
I think I will leave the cute and cuddly to ur friend JJ

Cheers

Java Junky · 02-20-2008, 11:55 AM

Nah Zach, that ain't one'a my Miata'z.
I had some pity on the li'l feller n' gave 'im the longest valvestem I could find.

controller · 02-20-2008, 11:58 AM

Here's another one:

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand

Daddy Zach · 02-20-2008, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJJSR

Here ya go DZ..........

Thanks Don,
My wife wants to know if these are available for her jeep.
I think it's an excuse to keep me an the dogs outta her ride

DJJSR · 02-20-2008, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daddy Zach

My wife wants to know if these are available for her jeep.

DZ - That might be a problem. Jeeps go in the woods.............where the bears are. Things might get ugly.

Con - I'm keeping that daisy wheel in my collection. I'm sure the need will arise.

Java Junky · 02-20-2008, 09:46 PM

As frustratin' as it gets when ya see jus' how liddle'z available for Stewie (in the correct offset) don't le'cherself get led astray Zach.
There'z an amazin' number'a folks out there that have snappy lookin' rims on their rides, but r' willin' to have to slow to a crawl if the road gets a little uneven.
'Don't know 'bout road conditions in the GWN, but here in Joisey, smooth blacktop turn'z to Sears Best, Heavy-Duty ka-ka in a heartbeat.
N' when you know that uneven roadway'z gonna impact ungoodly on your ride, when that rough chunk'a road shows up ahead of you, you know that your gut balls-up in preparation for the pain. If it hurts our ride, it hurts us (N' yes, Brett. That goes for Maverickz too.).
We need +55 up front n' +65 in'a back. Don't let some smooth-talkin' flim-flam man over-ride whut you know you need.
Java

Red Stwokay · 02-26-2008, 01:40 AM

Ere ya go. http://www.newstalgiawheel.com/wheel...ubcat3=1071105 Pretty nice lookin.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daddy Zach

Looking for some help,
I'm thinking about getting some new rims.
I once saw some wire wheels on a Stewie and really liked the look.
Anyone know who might make them? I have been searching places like tire rack etc. and so far no luck

I want something with not so much bling and am too old for the boy racer look

Cheers

controller · 02-26-2008, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJJSR

DZ - That might be a problem. Jeeps go in the woods.............where the bears are. Things might get ugly.

Con - I'm keeping that daisy wheel in my collection. I'm sure the need will arise.

The daisy wheels are for a vw new beetle. But I'm sure your need will find a way around that

batguano · 04-01-2008, 07:23 PM

I had these on until I dropped it an inch. Had to go back to stock because they scrubbed.
Hated to do that.

Blackdragon · 04-02-2008, 01:55 AM

quiet a big fan of the gunmetal 5 n 6 spokes myself. Pretty much anything Rays for that matter gets my approval, but those wheels look nice bg you should try and find a way to get em back on.

batguano · 04-02-2008, 06:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackdragon

quiet a big fan of the gunmetal 5 n 6 spokes myself. Pretty much anything Rays for that matter gets my approval, but those wheels look nice bg you should try and find a way to get em back on.

I talked to the front end man about running neg camber but he said I would get excessive tire wear. Also, if that cured the problem, the issue would come up again after the springs seated and the car went even lower.
My mistake was having 255 rears and 225 fronts along with the Eibachs.

Oh well, I enjoyed it while it lasted.

Blackdragon · 04-02-2008, 05:35 PM

bleh yea its a challenge trying to keep everything in order and makin sure everything works out.

02-17-2008, 01:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
Daddy Zach Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Great White North Posts: 233	Want new wheels Looking for some help, I'm thinking about getting some new rims. I once saw some wire wheels on a Stewie and really liked the look. Anyone know who might make them? I have been searching places like tire rack etc. and so far no luck I want something with not so much bling and am too old for the boy racer look Cheers __________________ Black is still the coolest color

02-17-2008, 03:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	Borrani'z r' the only wires I know of Zach. I'd be surprised if they make 'em for Stewie, but if they do, real wires're a major pain in the keister. 'Definitely not somethin' I'd recommend. They go against all that is less maintenance/more play. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

02-17-2008, 06:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
DJJSR Philosopher Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hooterville Posts: 1,749	DZ - I absolutely love the look of real wire wheels and I think they would look great on an 'S'. But like JJ said they require mucho maintenance time so be prepared. I had them 40 years ago on an MGB but never cared much about maintaining them. I've got them now on one of my bikes and they are a genuine pain in the ass to clean and wax (and that's only 2!!!). But they are definitely cool. __________________ Don

02-17-2008, 09:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
desmo4 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 543	If your gonna get wire wheels definitely get new hubs which support spinners Jonathan __________________ MY 2000 Mugen Air box, Headers, Exhaust, ECU, Pressure Plate,LSD, Radiator cap NZ Dampers, Thermo SW and Thermostat. Sampco intake pipe and radiator hoses, Swift sway bars, Stillen rotors w/ M-tech extreme pads. BBS JDM Forged Wheels.w/ Potensa Re=01R's Nextgear Intake manifold gasket, SPA gauges, Alpine IDA-X001,KCE-300Bt BT Adapter, Focal 165 K2P speakers, Phoenix Gold ZX475Ti, Recaro Profi SPG w/Sparco 6 pt

02-18-2008, 07:02 PM	#8 (permalink)
Daddy Zach Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Great White North Posts: 233	Hey All, Thanks for all the input, it seems like wire wheels are a no go, point well taken more time cleaning than driving - not what I got the car for. So now it's back to square one, looking to get somthing lightweight, chrome finish.. any thoughts again??? __________________ Black is still the coolest color

02-17-2008, 02:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
Neil Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,026	The new s2000 wheels are nice ...not as flash, but more sporty. The only thing is that all new wheels try to improve the cars appearance in their own way., black 5 spoke will look real good with silver edge, then you wil be gauranteed to be the hottest Daddy on the block. Good luck Neil

02-17-2008, 05:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
slowrodent Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 102	Check out Dayton Wire Wheels... They do a lot of Brit car stuff, and their quality is really primo...Looks like they offer wheel set for tons of cars... http://www.daytonwirewheel.com..

02-18-2008, 01:15 PM	#7 (permalink)
johnmcs1 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Cork, Ireland Posts: 95	I have Kahn RSV 18'' wheels on my AP1. I like them as they look more classy than some of the others I've seen on the S. Like you I don't want the boy racer look. I know they are not wire wheels but thought I'd give ya my two cents!! http://www.projectkahn.com/Gallery Also think the Kahn RS-X are beautiful but not sure if they'd fit the S2k

02-18-2008, 07:53 PM	#9 (permalink)
DJJSR Philosopher Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hooterville Posts: 1,749	Here ya go DZ.......... __________________ Don

02-20-2008, 11:10 AM	#10 (permalink)
Daddy Zach Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Great White North Posts: 233	Thanks Don, I think I will leave the cute and cuddly to ur friend JJ Cheers __________________ Black is still the coolest color

02-20-2008, 11:55 AM	#11 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	Nah Zach, that ain't one'a my Miata'z. I had some pity on the li'l feller n' gave 'im the longest valvestem I could find. __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

02-20-2008, 11:58 AM	#12 (permalink)
controller Yellow is the fastest. Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 267	Here's another one: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand

02-20-2008, 09:46 PM	#15 (permalink)
Java Junky Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Joisey Posts: 5,433	As frustratin' as it gets when ya see jus' how liddle'z available for Stewie (in the correct offset) don't le'cherself get led astray Zach. There'z an amazin' number'a folks out there that have snappy lookin' rims on their rides, but r' willin' to have to slow to a crawl if the road gets a little uneven. 'Don't know 'bout road conditions in the GWN, but here in Joisey, smooth blacktop turn'z to Sears Best, Heavy-Duty ka-ka in a heartbeat. N' when you know that uneven roadway'z gonna impact ungoodly on your ride, when that rough chunk'a road shows up ahead of you, you know that your gut balls-up in preparation for the pain. If it hurts our ride, it hurts us (N' yes, Brett. That goes for Maverickz too.). We need +55 up front n' +65 in'a back. Don't let some smooth-talkin' flim-flam man over-ride whut you know you need. Java __________________ In life-long pursuit of that most mythic of beasts: the ever-elusive perfect corner. Well . . . that, r' at least a whole lodda clear spin-out room.

04-01-2008, 07:23 PM	#18 (permalink)
batguano Andiamo Veloce Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Grittsburg NC Posts: 586	I had these on until I dropped it an inch. Had to go back to stock because they scrubbed. Hated to do that. __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MY VID http://s66.photobucket.com/albums/h2...DBR2008Pt1.flv Nikola Tesla,I salute you.

04-02-2008, 01:55 AM	#19 (permalink)
Blackdragon [黒竜] Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 113	quiet a big fan of the gunmetal 5 n 6 spokes myself. Pretty much anything Rays for that matter gets my approval, but those wheels look nice bg you should try and find a way to get em back on. __________________

04-02-2008, 05:35 PM	#21 (permalink)
Blackdragon [黒竜] Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 113	bleh yea its a challenge trying to keep everything in order and makin sure everything works out. __________________

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