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Old 12-11-2006, 11:04 AM
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Used Rims and tires now or just tires?

Hey guys. I am stuck between getting used rims and tires and just buying new front tires right now. I would borrow money from my parents, who I already owe for the car and the repairs, so conserving money is essential. I cant decide if I want to spend $200 on front cheap tires now, or if I want to spend ~$400 on used tires and rims. If I do buy the tires, in about 8 months when I do get cash, I will get rims anyway. If I buy the rims and tires now, I wouldnt need to buy rims then, but I will still probably be paying off my parents...Any ideas? Sorry for the "should I do this or this" question.

Also, since I am in Fl, we dont get snow, ice, etc...only sun and rain, do you have any recomendations for tires? Rating? Something on the cheaper end of the spectrum with good tire wear resistance.

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Old 12-11-2006, 01:49 PM
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Debt sucks, just get front tires now and save up to pay back your debts. Then later on buy the rims you really want.
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Old 12-11-2006, 02:38 PM
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Opinion taken, and I think that is what I am going to do.

Any suggestions on some tires that will last a while, and are good for more agressive driving?
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Old 12-13-2006, 08:58 AM
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I just bought a set of Riken raptors, cheap and made for high performance. Nexen 3000's are another cheap high performance tire with great reviews. THey both are under $100 each even in 18" so they will be very cheap for your car.
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Check out Ebay for some cheap used tires... I've had good luck there!
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I got some potenzas isntalled and balanced for about $173. I needed them asap, so I got em. And theyre decent tires, right?
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