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Sep 7, 2001 | 12:07 PM

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I have been looking at rims...and I love the VOLK's Racing SE-37A rims. They are really pricey though. KONIG makes one that looks just like it and it is called the "Imagine".

Is there any reason to pay the extra money for VOLK's? Are they lighter...a better product...what?

Sep 7, 2001 | 12:10 PM

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if you can afford it, definitely get Volks.... they are really light

Sep 7, 2001 | 12:18 PM

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Volks...... mmmmmmmmmmmm.........

I like the SE-37A and SE-37K.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:07 PM

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The volk's are light and strong. They take it all. Also there the orginal wheel the konigs are copy's don't buy the copy by the orginal.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:11 PM

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Originally posted by max'n out
The volk's are light and strong. They take it all. Also there the orginal wheel the konigs are copy's don't buy the copy by the orginal.

Kinda confusing there...by vs. buy.

Anyways, you get what you paid for. You definitely get a better wheel with the Volks. You just have to weigh your pros/cons with your wallet.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:18 PM

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Hey KEV

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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
Volks...... mmmmmmmmmmmm.........

I like the SE-37A and SE-37K.

Are you still borrowing those tantrums from Jane? How do you like them? I would love to get the VOLKS...there are just too much money.

So KEV....if you were going to get new rims (not borrowed) what would you get?

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:21 PM

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Re: Hey KEV

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Originally posted by MOBOY

Are you still borrowing those tantrums from Jane? How do you like them? I would love to get the VOLKS...there are just too much money.

So KEV....if you were going to get new rims (not borrowed) what would you get?

Me Kev, she Jane. Me likes Volks SE-37A and SE-37K.

Got that from his earlier reply.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:26 PM

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Re: Hey KEV

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Yup, still "borrowing" the Tantrums because the stock 17s won't clear the 300ZX calipers. I think they're alright for the price... not too heavy but not light enough.

What would I get? Read what Terrence wrote.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:33 PM

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Re: Re: Hey KEV

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What would I get? Read what Terrence wrote.

Thanks Keving.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:41 PM

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Re: Re: Re: Hey KEV

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Thanks Keving.

You're welcome, Terrance.

Sep 7, 2001 | 01:53 PM

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Thanks for the advice

I just ordered the Konig Imagine's with Nitto 555 225/40/18 tires. They should be here by early next week!! I can't wait!

Happy Birthday Maxima!!!

Sep 7, 2001 | 02:07 PM

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Early congrats!

Sep 7, 2001 | 02:13 PM

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Originally posted by mbcp_tdogg

Kinda confusing there...by vs. buy.

LOL! I was going to post that!

Sep 7, 2001 | 02:20 PM

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That sounds pretty bad!!

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Originally posted by yo_its_ok
Konigs are popular cause they have the style of the expensive models, but are no where near the quality of the style imitated.
I no longer sell Konig due to a major accident where a 17x7 Konig Caffeine shattered, yes shattered, and caused tremendous damage to the car, and the accident was a minor accident, that he avoided a stopped car, and had to go over a 3" center median since he didn't want to hit the car.
As it shattered the brake dragged on the floor as well as the tranny pan.

-You get what you pay for.

It is true you get what you pay for. I didn't by the cheapest rims that is for sure....but I could not justify 600 buck a wheel for the VOLKS...maybe on a better car.

I will have to look out for those curbs!! I certainly don't want any shattering happening to my rims!

Sep 7, 2001 | 03:28 PM

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going w/ the konig theme...

this might be a hella stupid question cuz its so general, but i saw these 5 spoke silver konigs [im pretty sure they were konigs] looked about 18" on an accord and they looked phat ***....the spokes looked like they were getting thinner the closer they got to the center meeting place....anybody have any idea what they r called and if u do how much $ and if they do fit on our maxes where i can get em?
thanks
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Sep 25, 2001 | 02:08 PM

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What do you guys think of TSW wheels? Are they a knockoff company too?

Sep 25, 2001 | 02:14 PM

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Quote:

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What do you guys think of TSW wheels? Are they a knockoff company too?

I don't think they are knockoffs... but I could be wrong. I like the Revos...

Sep 25, 2001 | 02:47 PM

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congrats on the konigs, i used to own a set, but now i have upgraded.
VOLKS VOLKS VOLKS........keving dont buy my rims.....

Sep 25, 2001 | 02:51 PM

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Heavy ....

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Originally posted by voltman
What do you guys think of TSW wheels? Are they a knockoff company too?

I like 'em, but with tires mine come out to 54lbs/tire&wheel. Which equals Don't Race.

Sep 25, 2001 | 04:50 PM

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TE37's! i want them... anyone wanna gimme some or a good price for em? know anybody?

Sep 25, 2001 | 05:00 PM

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konig and volk are diff class
its like comparing
civic and E320

konig hast he style but quality isnt as good as volk and very heavy, I believe maximadriver or some other webpage hasthe weigh of all the popular rims, u might wanna check it out.

volk is the way to do if u got money.
AV3!!!!

Sep 25, 2001 | 06:42 PM

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TE37's! i want them... anyone wanna gimme some or a good price for em? know anybody?

maybe you will get lucky like me and find some, but otherwise NO

Sep 25, 2001 | 10:51 PM

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maybe you will get lucky like me and find some, but otherwise NO

can i have.. i mean uhm.. borrow yours? you kno.. just to see how they'll look

Sep 25, 2001 | 11:33 PM

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Looks like a good Opportunity....

To advertise my Rims for sale. Check my sig and pm me if interested.

Quote:

Originally posted by ToYLeT902
can i have.. i mean uhm.. borrow yours? you kno.. just to see how they'll look

Sep 26, 2001 | 09:13 AM

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-Cost both your arms, and both legs.

how will i be able to drive then?

Sep 26, 2001 | 09:27 AM

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... with your stubbies.

Sep 26, 2001 | 09:47 AM

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Quote:

Originally posted by ToYLeT902
can i have.. i mean uhm.. borrow yours? you kno.. just to see how they'll look:

Kev: dork

Sep 26, 2001 | 10:39 AM

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Originally posted by yo_its_ok

17x8 Kinesis rims w/ 235/45R17 Toyo T1S(shaved) for AutoX.
Dealer cost: 2245(includes shipping from CA to NY.)

Sep 26, 2001 | 10:50 AM

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Wheels are 14.75lbs Tires are 22lbs(shaved weight)

damn, that is expensive but they are light as shiet. I weighed mine and they came out to be 39 lbs. i am guessing but rims=17lbs tires=22 lbs

Sep 26, 2001 | 10:50 AM

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Wheels are 14.75lbs Tires are 22lbs(shaved weight)

i'll take a couple of those...

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:16 AM

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8 or 9 lbs max......There ya go toylet you found yourself some rims.

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:17 AM

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8 or 9 lbs max......There ya go toylet you found yourself some rims.

i want te37's though

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:26 AM

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........so Matt.....where do you live ?????

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:27 AM

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........so Matt.....where do you live ?????

NC, wrightsville beach, military brat for life

Toylet you cant have my rims and dont go buy them either

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:37 AM

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I can always get ToyLet(given he can pay for them)the TE37s in Muscle Mirror Polish...
One of 5 sets in the USA.
GunMetal: one of 1000 in the USA.
White:A few thousand in the USA.
Silver: Few Hundred.
BRonze: Few Hundred.

i can pay for em.. just not all together, work has been bad lately since wtc. but i can give u like... 200/month

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:46 AM

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Dang you'll be paying me for a year at that rate.

18x7.5 w/ 235/40R18 Yoko AVS Sport.

not if i can find another job...

Sep 26, 2001 | 11:52 AM

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Rob a bank....or take part in some illegal money scams.

... shhhh

not so loud.

Sep 26, 2001 | 12:29 PM

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Get the toxins

Go with the Konig Toxins if you want a light rim without getting raped.

18" x 7.5 ....16 pounds.

Sep 26, 2001 | 12:48 PM

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Quote:

Originally posted by voltman
What do you guys think of TSW wheels? Are they a knockoff company too?

I can only speak for myself but I got into an accident in August (don't ask), slammed into passing car, ran up a curb and landed in an embankment with them 17x8 TSW VX1s, NOT ONE was bent! They're not for racing, but daymn- they're built tough!

Konigs are knockoffs (sorry Jane) and I've heard bad stories with 'em (like Hogan)

Sep 26, 2001 | 02:13 PM

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hey is the Muscle mirror Polish, kinda like chrome, because i saw some at nopi and they were really shiney almost like chrome, with red lettering.

When you say few hundred for the bronze, are you talking about the whole U.S., isnt that # kinda low, i mean just at nopi i saw at least 15 cars with those rims, 2 with silver, 5 with white, and 1 with gunmetal.

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