New JCW 18"

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#26

08-17-2005 | 05:52 PM

chows4us

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Originally Posted by Gabe

The downsides are big brake kits don't typically fit behind anything but 17s or 18s and with a larger side-wall of a smaller wheel you inevitably lose feel....

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#27

08-17-2005 | 07:46 PM

bonz

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From: saratoga ny

I still like the looks of the original JCW 18". I agree, they are not the lightest rims but as stated before they are quite strong. I have hit my fair share of potholes with no ill effects. As a bonus they are very easy to keep clean.