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Fuchs or Fikse?

Old 03-08-2017, 09:13 AM
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I have a set of both. Actually, the Fuchs are custom made 3-piece 17" with Fuch centers. I certainly prefer the classic look of the Fuchs. One other thing, the Fikse have a propensity to crack once you start moving at a fast pace on track. I cracked two inner rear barrels last track season. They develop small hair line cracks near the bolts. You recognize it as a slow leak.
Old 03-08-2017, 10:38 AM
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In order to mount the 993tt "Big Reds", you have to run 17" rims. I know, that's how I ended up with custom made 3-piece wheels with Fuch centers. They also fit nicely inside the Fikse FM10's.
Old 03-08-2017, 09:02 PM
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Fuchs over Fikse FM10s as shown, never sell the Fuchs.

Or black out FM10s center

Or check out the Fikse FM5s

My 17" FM5s are 9.5" front & 11" rear (no spacers) with 275/40's and 315/35's
Old 03-11-2017, 07:31 AM
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Something like this? Way better than the peeling clear coat. Also had the inner barrel painted black and the polished lip coated to help repell brake dust.
Old 03-11-2017, 10:59 AM
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I have 18in Fikse and love them. I also love their Fuchs.
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Old 03-11-2017, 02:32 PM
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17" Fikse here.
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Old 03-11-2017, 06:48 PM
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Date the Fikse, marry the Fuchs
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Old 03-12-2017, 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by tug68
I have 18in Fikse and love them. I also love their Fuchs.
Tug, your car is one of the nicest 930s around......
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Old 03-13-2017, 12:46 AM
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Thanks Chris! Hope all is well!
Old 08-04-2017, 12:51 AM
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miss-post, sorry

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Old 08-04-2017, 08:18 AM
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Fuchs hands down.
Old 08-04-2017, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Igooz
If you cannot make up your mind then do what I did.
Ask Fikse to make you a custom Fuchs classic with a perfect offset and maxium rubber: 235 Front tires and 305 or 315 on the rear!
This is the best option for an aftermarket wheel when trying to stay with the Fuchs look...other than the stock wheels. A bit pricey but well worth it for that aggressive look.
Old 08-09-2017, 02:30 PM
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Both are awesome, but I prefer these Fikse Mach V wheels in 18".
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Old 09-11-2017, 08:52 AM
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If anyone has either for sale PM me.
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Looks great Igooz!! can you tell me the tire and wheels specs please? (all tire and wheels numbers)


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