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Old 02-16-2008 | 04:43 PM
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I am considering buying a used set of Kinesis wheels for my project car. I will be installing the OEM Mk1 aero kit that I purchased for it shortly. I love my polished turbo twist style wheels (18x8 & 18x 10), but I know they are not the lightest wheels. I am not sure they will look the best with the aero kit.
I promise not to be offended by any opinions....it's just a car . If you have different taste in wheels, I won't take it personal.
The wheels I am considering are pictured. They are 18x8.5 front and 18x10.5 rear. Two have been refinished in satin black, the other two are anodised black and will need to be refinished in matching satin black.
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Old 02-16-2008 | 05:33 PM
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I think the black wheels would look great.

I'm not a fan of chrome wheels at all.
Old 02-16-2008 | 05:36 PM
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Well, i'll start it off . . . FWIW, I like black wheels on dark cars. Like the design too. Should complement the aero kit too.
Old 02-16-2008 | 05:44 PM
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nope..terrible black wheels..I'll do you a favor and take them off your hands cheap ... just funning you man, I think those would look great. IMHO Chrome looks best on black cars only.
Old 02-16-2008 | 06:09 PM
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Nice wheels. I'm not a chrome fan either, so these are a nice upgrade.
Old 02-16-2008 | 06:20 PM
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The wheels look great, I also think they will look good on your p-car, better than the chrome twists no doubt. I do think white, black, yellow and red look the best with black wheels but you should be able to pull it off
Old 02-16-2008 | 06:33 PM
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Nix the chrome.
Old 02-16-2008 | 06:49 PM
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Love the wheels! I'm not into the chrome either... I'm going to have the lips on my wheels painted black to match the center too.
Old 02-16-2008 | 06:51 PM
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It's starting to sound like a chorus but I agree the black will be a big improvement over the chrome.
Old 02-16-2008 | 07:39 PM
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Thanks guys, I really appreciate the opinions. I think I'm sold. How should I tell wifey???
Old 02-16-2008 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Mfletch
Thanks guys, I really appreciate the opinions. I think I'm sold. How should I tell wifey???
When you figure THAT one out please let us all know!
Old 02-16-2008 | 07:52 PM
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I think the Kinesis should look great, especially in the color you've chosen. I happen to have a set of Iforged Seneka wheels on order and will be finished soon. I have to tell you that I have really enjoyed reading and following your project. It's been exhilarting to see the passion that the 911 can bring out in someone.

Jay
Old 02-16-2008 | 08:02 PM
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lol..
Lighter weight wheels = increased MPG They are a good investment, will pay fo themselves.
Old 02-16-2008 | 08:51 PM
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My turn to weigh in......dump the chrome (they look best on hot rods) and replace with satin silver finish. Not black. Your car is too dark for black wheels.
Old 02-16-2008 | 09:10 PM
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+1 on the black wheels...


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