Help deciding on rims please!
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Help deciding on rims please!
I need some help deciding on these 4 rims please. Also if anyone has any pics of any of these rims mounted on a Cooper please post here. If anyone has any experience with any of these rims please post your experiences.
Exel DL-46 $150 per wheel
Exel TZ-16 $125
Exel E-2 $165
Exel Radius $150
Exel P-5 $105
Montegi Racing FF-7 $199
Ace Arius $193
Exel DL-46 $150 per wheel
Exel TZ-16 $125
Exel E-2 $165
Exel Radius $150
Exel P-5 $105
Montegi Racing FF-7 $199
Ace Arius $193
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I like the DL46 I had ones almost like it on my beetle. Pics in myspace. I know not a cooper not even the same wheel. But it can give you a good idea of the 5-spoke look.I like the way 5 spokes can open up the well and show off your brakes. Some ppl say that they (excels) can bend, I didn't have that problem. But I did get ran off the road, and they did bend when I crashed.
I know this post is no help.
I know this post is no help.
#4
on the MINI, the radius and tz will probably look the best.
i have the real GT3's on my other car which looks great
showing off the brembo's, but on the MCS, i'd like something
that can hide the rotors a little more. If you're wanting
a 5 spoke look, find something that have wider spokes.
i have the real GT3's on my other car which looks great
showing off the brembo's, but on the MCS, i'd like something
that can hide the rotors a little more. If you're wanting
a 5 spoke look, find something that have wider spokes.
#6
Are you looking at 18s or 17s?? I agree with Kenchan, the DL 46 will show all the brake, making it look small in comparison. I like the TZ-16s the best, tho. If you like the Exel TZ-16 and E-2, check these out.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-HP...35366725QQrdZ1
Also, this guy has these is 4x100, but just not in a current auction.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-HP...QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-HP...35366725QQrdZ1
Also, this guy has these is 4x100, but just not in a current auction.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-HP...QQcmdZViewItem
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Ya im definately looking for the deepest lip which is sometimes hard to achieve on smaller rims. I am looking to get 18s. BTW my cooper, which is on order and will be here soon, is a MCS in dark silver with a black roof. Will these silver rims look the best or would gun metal color rims look better? Would gun metal match the dark silver of the car well?? Is it a good thing to have rims that match the car? I like these three the best right now. Sandtoast I did like those second ones you showed.
Exel DL-46 $150 per wheel
Exel TZ-16 $125
Exel E-2 $165
Exel DL-46 $150 per wheel
Exel TZ-16 $125
Exel E-2 $165
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Yea, that's sweet. Also, those Exels only have 4 lug holes, where the HP 18 evos have 8 holes: 4x100/4x114.3. So that's a "look" choice.
Now. . .
If you're into lips (!) Then check these out: These are all 17", some are 25 offset which is doable, but tricky! Hub is 57.1, bolt pattern 4x100.
2" lip!!!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...30940923QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...32048025QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...33583766QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...34057872QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/17-BM...34059603QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...31610022QQrdZ1
Now. . .
If you're into lips (!) Then check these out: These are all 17", some are 25 offset which is doable, but tricky! Hub is 57.1, bolt pattern 4x100.
2" lip!!!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...30940923QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...32048025QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...33583766QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...34057872QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/17-BM...34059603QQrdZ1
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-1...31610022QQrdZ1
#13
I don't think so, but with 18s you'll definitely run into many more problems if you ALSO want a big lip. It's pretty much fat 17s or skinny 18s. Plus, the 25mm offset is giving you the fat lip. that much offset on an 18 and you'll have to rip your fenders off to make it fit. With 17s you can stretch a tire on there and avoid problem spots. And you can protect that lip from damage with a bit more tire than u would have with 18s. Plus tires and wheels are cheaper, too.
I guess you have to decide what you really want, and ask yourself why do u want 18s?
Remember, this is a MINI; if it were a larger car, larger rims might be appropriate.
Good luck.
-Steve
I guess you have to decide what you really want, and ask yourself why do u want 18s?
Remember, this is a MINI; if it were a larger car, larger rims might be appropriate.
Good luck.
-Steve
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I've had the Ace Arius' for about a year now with no problems and still love the look. I had wanted the ASA AR1's but didn't like the fake bolts around the edge. I also debated on the Enkei RPM2's but went with the Arius'.
I'm still happy and have recently switched to Hankook RS2 Z212 215/40/17 tires. Stickier, lighter (20.5 v 21.5), and a better ride than the previous Pirelli P-Zero Nero M+S 215/45/17.
Pics in Show me your WHEELS! thread.
I'm still happy and have recently switched to Hankook RS2 Z212 215/40/17 tires. Stickier, lighter (20.5 v 21.5), and a better ride than the previous Pirelli P-Zero Nero M+S 215/45/17.
Pics in Show me your WHEELS! thread.
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I have no rubbing. If you lower your car you definately will. I suggest going with 18" if you want a smoother ride. My ride is pretty stiff. If you want something with a deep lip look at the Axis Mod 7 with the Maxis lip. 3" lip in the rear and 2.25" i think in the front. Check out the gunmetal FF7 man, really nice. I think the HP evo's are a little decieving because they show a wheel with a huge lip and 5 lug, but on the cooper it will be less, just to keep you informed.
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