out with the new, in with the old (new wheels!) - UPDATE

[Blown70]

while the look is more nostalgic at this point, I did like the 17" better.  However, They both look good!

[TruckDriver]

I like the new American Racing wheels better.  They look good on the charger.

[471_Magnum]

Finally had a chance to take the car for a quick spin. Been raining all week and I was out of town the last couple of day. Hotter than heck today, but I had to get it out.

Didn't hammer it too hard, but some situations that formally resulted in massive wheel spin now result in nothing but acceleration.

I can actually punch it from a roll in first gear and not break loose. Didn't break loose on the 1-2 upshift either. That's a major improvement.

No burnout. 28 psi.

I'm pretty sure I now have more traction than clutch.

I seem to recall the Nittos being real sticky out of the box, but actually hardening up a bit as they wear... at least that was the case with the last set. We'll see how these hold up.

[PocketThunder]

Huh!  what!  how could you after all we been thru?...?...??        

i'll carry on with the 17's...  i was thinking i should have made you an offer for your set to go on my C500 but i'm broke right now...

later

[471_Magnum]

Huh! what! how could you after all we been thru?...?...??

If it makes you feel any better, I still prefer the stance of the car with the 17's. They were great everywhere but at the stoplight.

[Ghoste]

I like the American Racing wheels better but you knew I did before.  I think the 17's were the longest you ever kept the same wheels on a car weren't they?

[471_Magnum]

I think the 17's were the longest you ever kept the same wheels on a car weren't they?

shut up

[Ghoste]

Need to get that sig pic changed.

[471_Magnum]

Need to get that sig pic changed.

Need to get the car out and drive it! Been either too wet, or just too darn busy. Now it's really freakin' hot.

I may brave the elements and drive it tomorrow. I'm Jonesing.

Time permitting, I'll get out this weekend and take a few pictures.

For the record, the Magnums (currently on your car) hold the record (about three years), followed by the 200-S (1 1/2 years), then the Hot Wheels (15 months).

Swapping wheels is cheaper than swapping cars (or motors, or transmissions for that matter).

[Ghoste]

Well now much to my surprise, I can't believe you have kept the same car for over 5 years!