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zr1chris · 05-09-2015, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Mortious

You plan on redoing the wheels each time you put new tires on?

I love the idea, but I would think that would be a major pain in the ass.

Never even thought about that.

I guess taking some off wouldn't be much of a problem. Adding onto the vinyl isn't a good idea I take it....? Worse comes to worse I guess I could just give them permission or ask to allow me to cut out the spot to add more weights.

@Scalded Dog
The yellow spokes definitely look better than all black. Good job!

ChrisBlair · 05-09-2015, 06:50 PM

That's very cool and subtle.

Good luck keeping 'em clean...

zr1chris · 05-09-2015, 08:23 PM

Here's a couple more pics I took this afternoon.

Homeless Man · 05-09-2015, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Scalded Dog

Very nice... clearly, I am a fan of adding color to wheels, under certain circumstances. My tax bracket/ upgrade budget does not currently have room for new wheels, and those black steelies are not my favorite look. So, I rattle- canned them as an experiment, and the positive response has been enough for me to keep them:

Why no spoiler

The Patriot · 05-09-2015, 09:08 PM

Dude, that looks fantastic!

Smokin19 · 05-10-2015, 07:46 AM

I am wondering, why not Plast-dip instead of vinyl?

zr1chris · 05-10-2015, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Smokin14

I am wondering, why not Plast-dip instead of vinyl?

There is no color match to IOM of plasti dip. Nothing even close. Plus the finish on the vinyl is way smoother and nice and shiny.

Scalded Dog · 05-10-2015, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Homeless Man

Why no spoiler

... didn't want to spoil it!

skidawgz · 05-10-2015, 11:08 AM

I really like this idea and I may try it myself (when I buy a camaro) Probably better to do it early before I dirty the wheels.

myold88 · 05-10-2015, 11:46 AM

Looks great plus it's an original idea. -sure beats black

olblue75 · 05-10-2015, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Mortious

You plan on redoing the wheels each time you put new tires on?

I love the idea, but I would think that would be a major pain in the ass.

A good tire shop will have a quality Rim Clamp machine that can grab the outer portion of the backside of the wheel therefore not even touching your vinyl!!!

mikebaby · 05-10-2015, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by zr1chris

Here's a couple more pics I took this afternoon.

I like the idea in theory, and think you did a solid job of applying the vinyl. The problem for me is that it seems like a lot of work, and if I were not looking for it, I don't think it stands out enough for me to see it.

Does it throw off the wheel balance at all?

mikebaby

Tulsa_SS · 05-10-2015, 02:28 PM

I like it!

zr1chris · 05-10-2015, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mikebaby

I like the idea in theory, and think you did a solid job of applying the vinyl. The problem for me is that it seems like a lot of work, and if I were not looking for it, I don't think it stands out enough for me to see it.

Does it throw off the wheel balance at all?

mikebaby

Thanks!

I wished it stood out a bit more too but still satisfied with the outcome. Once you get the hang of it and a decent game plan it's not that tough a job. Maybe just a bit time consuming.

The vinyl doesn't weigh very much. Drove the car a bit today and was straight as an arrow still.

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skidawgz Drives: 2004 Mustang v6 w/m112 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: NJ, US Posts: 47	I really like this idea and I may try it myself (when I buy a camaro) Probably better to do it early before I dirty the wheels.