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efhughes3 06-24-2006 07:11 PM

Ruby got new running shoes
 
Bought a set of 8/9" X 16" BBS wheels with MPSC's (225/245's)that are in really good shape. Finally put them on today to check fit over my calipers and take them for a test drive. This is the first time I've driven on R compound tires. Definitely a different feel, more responsive, a little more harsh. I can't wait to try 'em on the track at speed. I'll keep my Kinesis as my street tire wheels. Amazing how different the taller tires on 16" wheels look now...

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swa911 06-24-2006 07:23 PM

Nice Ed, really nice.

KNS 06-24-2006 07:31 PM

Gorgeous car! I know you've mentioned it before but I've forgotten: Is the Chrome trim a special order on an '84? What's the story?

89turbocabmike 06-24-2006 08:28 PM

Nice Ed, I love those old school BBS wheels. If only they made them in 17" 9/11's I'd be all over them, they're a classic, just like fuchs and RUFs.

Noah930 06-25-2006 03:33 AM

I'm normally not a fan of the basketweave, but on your car, they look very nice. Period correct, and the gold goes well with the ruby paint.

unclenick 06-25-2006 04:03 AM

that looks great Ed :)

efhughes3 06-25-2006 11:11 AM

Thanks folks. Yes, the bright trim was ordered special. I agree that the BBS's look "period correct", but the higher profile 16" tires look kinda strange as I was getting used to the lower profile 17" tires on the Kinesis. These fit great over my 993 calipers with no spacers, which makes me EXTREMELY happy.


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