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Old 07-20-2017, 11:56 AM
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Forgeline GT1's.. Lightweight, strong, and in my opinion unique!


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Old 07-20-2017, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Southpaw
I love my GMG World Challenge GT wheels. Fitment is MUCH better than stock RS Spyder centerlocks and the wider setup make the car look so much meaner. Can't go wrong with HRE either, I had HRE's on my previous 997.1TT.

I played around with centerlock and centercap color options on my wheels. Believe it or not, the color combinations make a huge difference on how wheels look. The pic posted above on the white car are the same wheels but with gray centerlocks and silver caps. I have black centerlocks with black centercaps.
Looks great, man! 100% agree that the color of the CL nuts/caps makes a major difference to the look of wheel.
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Old 08-07-2017, 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Southpaw
Thanks man. Yeah, I'm lowered. Can't beat the look of a lowered 997 with wider, flush wheels.
Anymore pictures of your car?
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Old 08-08-2017, 01:29 AM
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Originally Posted by 650kid
Anymore pictures of your car?
Tried to get some different angles for you.
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I personally don't think any of the posted wheels are better or that much better than the OEM wheels on your car but I find this thread fascinating nonetheless.
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Old 08-08-2017, 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Steve 96C4S
I personally don't think any of the posted wheels are better or that much better than the OEM wheels on your car but I find this thread fascinating nonetheless.
I also like the design of the OEM wheels, it was the conservative fitments that I didn't like. Major difference in the stance of the car now that I went with wider wheels with more aggressive offsets. Changed the entire stance of the car.
The noticeable weight difference was the main factor for me though. Better fitment and lower weight justified the cost for me.
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Old 08-08-2017, 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Southpaw
Tried to get some different angles for you.
Car looks perfect
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Old 08-08-2017, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by 650kid
Car looks perfect
Thanks!

Centerlocks have been a headache trying to get the right combination down but I've finally found a setup I'm happy with................for now......
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Old 08-08-2017, 11:49 PM
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Just picked up a set of BBS FI-R's, arguably the nicest looking wheel out there. Can't beat BBS for strength, lightweight and durability. Go for a forged wheel every time. A bit pricey but worth every penny. Check it out.
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Old 08-09-2017, 04:12 AM
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^^^ Congrats. 19 or 20s? I thought BBS F1 R only for 991 fitment?
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Old 08-09-2017, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by IMI A
^^^ Congrats. 19 or 20s? I thought BBS F1 R only for 991 fitment?
I picked up the 20" 991 GT3 fitment, 20x9 et52 & 20x12 et44 to be paired with Michelin PS Cup 2 in 245/30/20 & 325/25/20. Research indicated that these would work on my 997.2TTS in the center lock configuration with minimal to no issues. I will definitely post pics and findings once they are mounted. It will be an aggressive setup for sure but hopefully not too much.
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Old 08-09-2017, 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Akunob
I picked up the 20" 991 GT3 fitment, 20x9 et52 & 20x12 et44 to be paired with Michelin PS Cup 2 in 245/30/20 & 325/25/20. Research indicated that these would work on my 997.2TTS in the center lock configuration with minimal to no issues. I will definitely post pics and findings once they are mounted. It will be an aggressive setup for sure but hopefully not too much.
Post pics once they're on!
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Originally Posted by Southpaw
Post pics once they're on!
Absolutely, the car is currently at Bodymotion getting sorted out (topic for another thread). Once the wheels & tires are on, I will definitely post pics. Btw, our cars are virtually identical, black TT/S with factory aero kit.
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