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Trae1976	Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#1
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	I've been thinking about picking up a set of chrome ralleys to replace my current ones. Would keep the same size (15x8) but drop the trim rings. Not sure about center caps, but I'm leaning toward keeping my current style. What do the Gurus think? My current combo: Chrome Ralleys Photoshop attempt: A few others (also 15") for reference:
	Posted on: 2008/10/2 12:10

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biggrizzly	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#2
2011 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Chesapeake Beach, Maryland 4543 Posts Member since: 2006/4/23 0:00	I think they all look pretty good, but the trim rings are near and dear to my heart. I have owned two first Gen Camaros with the Rally Wheels and wide trim rings and just love them. I also like the wheels painted the factory "Argent Silver". Eastwood has the paint and its cheaper than chrome.
	Posted on: 2008/10/2 12:18
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red_johnny	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#3
On Sabbatical Augusta, GA (85 383 stroker) 3213 Posts Member since: 2006/7/6 0:00	I like them. Sets off the vette pretty well.
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Matatk	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#4
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	I like them both. On the older cars I dig the nostalgic style. But how about a set of cragars or torque thrusts I stoleded this pic: Matthew
	Posted on: 2008/10/2 15:32
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volzfan	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#5
Senior Guru Kingsport, TN 306 Posts Member since: 2007/7/6 0:00	Quote: Matatk wrote: I like them both. On the older cars I dig the nostalgic style. But how about a set of cragars or torque thrusts I stoleded this pic: Matthew :me2:
	Posted on: 2008/10/2 18:51
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cuisinartvette	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#6
Elite Guru 1782 Posts Member since: 2005/9/16 0:00	Cant make a choice, I love em in argent, black like you have, chrome doesnt look bad either. You can get them now in about any size/offset you want Im sure whichever one you choose it will look sharp but for some reason I like the black on yours.. . Hello 15x10 and 295/50/15 (eventually) They arnt the fanciest but they never go out of style. 15x7 frt 15x8 rear [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v224/kalthoff1/Mail0001Medium2.jpg[/IMG] []
	Posted on: 2008/10/2 20:01
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#7
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Thanks all for the feedback. Any more? Quote: biggrizzly wrote: I think they all look pretty good, but the trim rings are near and dear to my heart. I have owned two first Gen Camaros with the Rally Wheels and wide trim rings and just love them. I also like the wheels painted the factory "Argent Silver". Eastwood has the paint and its cheaper than chrome. I actually had them in stock argent with the original caps for a short time, but I just didn't care for it looking like all the rest. Also, my employer at the time could powdercoat them for free, as long as I wasn't too picky about the color. Quote: red_johnny wrote: I like them. Sets off the vette pretty well. There's a +1 Quote: Matatk wrote: I like them both. On the older cars I dig the nostalgic style. But how about a set of cragars or torque thrusts I knew that was coming, and I agree. TTs do look great on them, and that's why a bunch of people run them. But like I mentioned about the ralleys, I'd rather have something a little different. However, I've actually been considering these from AR. Whatcha think? Quote: cuisinartvette wrote: Cant make a choice, I love em in argent, black like you have, chrome doesnt look bad either. You can get them now in about any size/offset you want Im sure whichever one you choose it will look sharp but for some reason I like the black on yours.. *They arnt the fanciest but they never go out of style.* That's definitely one of the pros to keeping them. Rings and caps will be available forever as well. :thumbleft: They are actually dark grey, but "in the shadows" they do look black. Here's one under flash: BTW, cool Camino! Quote: volzfan wrote: :me2: I already know your opinion. :tongue:
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Matatk	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#8
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	I like those ARs, too. I'm not a huge fan of chrome rims (as you can tell by my car) so I think those are pretty sweet. I think you've got a winner either way, but ultimately it comes down to your choice. Matthew PS - unless you can fit these under there:
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CentralCoaster	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#9
Senior Guru San Diego, CA 9454 Posts Member since: 2007/10/28 0:00	I never liked the disc brake centercaps. Here's some rally's on my truck. I painted the wheel a sort of medium gray metallic. It has some greenish/bluish hues in there that really pop in low light. I didn't want too much contrast (black), or not enough (factory argent grey), which also happen to look like primer. I need a pic in the daylight... Attach file: gliderport03.jpg (57.62 KB)
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cuisinartvette	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#10
Elite Guru 1782 Posts Member since: 2005/9/16 0:00	Cool. When you going to lower that thing, that will make that truck!
	Posted on: 2008/10/3 14:45
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CentralCoaster	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#11
Senior Guru San Diego, CA 9454 Posts Member since: 2007/10/28 0:00	I think I'm going to sell it.
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cuisinartvette	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#12
Elite Guru 1782 Posts Member since: 2005/9/16 0:00	Minivan? :thumbleft:
	Posted on: 2008/10/3 15:35
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FLYINLOW90	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#13
Senior Guru Windsor Ontario Canada 514 Posts Member since: 2006/8/7 0:00	Nice looking Vette... I like the chrome.......... Either way it looks good
	Posted on: 2008/10/3 16:37
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jimbo88	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#14
Guru Newb dover DE 16 Posts Member since: 2008/5/13 18:59	I think the chrome looks great with your color!!!!
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jsup	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#15
Elite Guru 1778 Posts Member since: 2005/9/9 0:00	I had a couple C3s all with rally wheels. I love the rally wheels with the trim rings. I think they are the best looking C3 wheels made.
	Posted on: 2008/11/2 0:24
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cuisinartvette	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#16
Elite Guru 1782 Posts Member since: 2005/9/16 0:00	Agreed, my 73 came with them, timeless. Rallye wheels and cowl induction hood are the 2 best styling moves GM did, ever.
	Posted on: 2008/11/2 0:52
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jsup	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#17
Elite Guru 1778 Posts Member since: 2005/9/9 0:00	Quote: Matatk wrote: I like them both. On the older cars I dig the nostalgic style. But how about a set of cragars or torque thrusts I stoleded this pic: Matthew Craiger SSs are also one of my favorites on a car of that era. I like either way, classics.
	Posted on: 2008/11/2 1:09
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#18
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Eight months later... The UPS man left me some presents today.
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CSS996	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#19
Mega Guru Central PA 3644 Posts Member since: 2007/8/31 0:00	You're such a tease!
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Matatk	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#20
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Quote: Trae1976 wrote: Eight months later... Holy crap that's patience. What did you end up with? Matthew
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#21
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Quote: CSS996 wrote: You're such a tease! Yes. Quote: Matatk wrote: Quote: Trae1976 wrote: Eight months later... Holy crap that's patience. What did you end up with? Matthew Well I wasn't planning on getting them quite yet, but I suspect one (or more) of my current tires is having age-related issues. So ... Chrome 16x8 And I'm expecting four more presents today.
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BillH	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#22
The Stig Moderator Reno 22702 Posts Member since: 2007/12/25 0:00	I like those, especially the chrome. Just double up on tires and put the combo on that suits your mood. A friend of mine in college had a 65 Glen Green (Dr. Green) vert. He was a local & his dad had a lift. He had he rally wheels, the knockoff and a set of torque thrusts. He had a white soft top, a painted hardtop and a black vinyl hardtop. He changed combos a lot, it was like he had a different car every week.
	Posted on: 2009/6/10 12:48
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biggrizzly	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#23
2011 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Chesapeake Beach, Maryland 4543 Posts Member since: 2006/4/23 0:00	Quote: Very Cool! I think they will look awesome!! We need pics when you get them mounted
	Posted on: 2009/6/10 12:54
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CSS996	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#24
Mega Guru Central PA 3644 Posts Member since: 2007/8/31 0:00	Very nice. If I were to own C3 or Chevy musclecar, those would be on it. Classic. The 16" is gonna give it a sneaky little update that will look really sweet.
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Matatk	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#25
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Quote: Trae1976 wrote: Chrome 16x8 Looks good. I'd like to see the mounted pics. Are stockers 15x7? Can you fit bigger brakes under these? Is there a common brake upgrade for the C3s like the C4-C5? Matthew
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CSS996	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#26
Mega Guru Central PA 3644 Posts Member since: 2007/8/31 0:00	Pretty sure stock is 14"
	Posted on: 2009/6/10 13:17
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Sweet90	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#27
Elite Guru Edmonton, Alberta 1143 Posts Member since: 2009/2/10 19:32	Gonna look real good Trae. Love that look on the C3. Jim. ps. I hate you C3 guys
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#28
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Quote: BillH wrote: I like those, especially the chrome. Just double up on tires and put the combo on that suits your mood. A friend of mine in college had a 65 Glen Green (Dr. Green) vert. He was a local & his dad had a lift. He had he rally wheels, the knockoff and a set of torque thrusts. He had a white soft top, a painted hardtop and a black vinyl hardtop. He changed combos a lot, it was like he had a different car every week. I've got a friend with a street rod like that. He's had 4 or 5 different wheel sets, not sure how many he currently has ready-to-run though. He was sporting these the last I saw: Quote: biggrizzly wrote: Very Cool! I think they will look awesome!! We need pics when you get them mounted Will probably have them mounted Friday or Saturday, with pics soon to follow. Well, maybe after a little bit of field testing. Quote: CSS996 wrote: Very nice. If I were to own C3 or Chevy musclecar, those would be on it. Classic. The 16" is gonna give it a sneaky little update that will look really sweet. That's the idea. Quote: Matatk wrote: Are stockers 15x7? Can you fit bigger brakes under these? Is there a common brake upgrade for the C3s like the C4-C5? Matthew Quote: CSS996 wrote: Pretty sure stock is 14" Actually, the stock rims for mine (and all later C3s, IIRC) are 15x8, so going to the 16x8 is not a huge jump. And yes, there are several options for brake upgrades available for C3s, but I'm not very familiar with them. My stock system works well for cruising and occasional spirited runs in the mountains, although I am considering going to hydroboost in the future. Quote: Sweet90 wrote: Gonna look real good Trae. Love that look on the C3. Jim. ps. I hate you C3 guys
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#29
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Good news! Got them mounted this afternoon. Bad news! I started washing them up before installation. When I got this one wet, I heard that dreaded hissing sound. It was coming from this area. Upon closer inspection ... is that a small crack? The rim is one piece and the center is welded to it, so the hole is obviously all the way through the rim. It lost 12 psi in about 2 hours. Good news! I got them from Summit. Called them up right after I found this, and now there's already a replacement on the way. They credited my account for the mounting/balancing, and all I have to do is put the bad one back in the box and give it to the UPS guy. for Summit Customer Service. But I was really looking forward to trying them out this weekend. Oh well, I guess I can wait a little longer.
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CSS996	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#30
Mega Guru Central PA 3644 Posts Member since: 2007/8/31 0:00	Wow, that sucks. Glad Summit is treating you right, though. I'm eager to see pix after the install.
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Epimax	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#31
Elite Guru Wilmington, NC 1814 Posts Member since: 2008/12/30 13:16	Quote: Trae1976 wrote: Quote: CSS996 wrote: You're such a tease! Yes. Quote: Matatk wrote: Quote: Trae1976 wrote: Eight months later... Holy crap that's patience. What did you end up with? Matthew Well I wasn't planning on getting them quite yet, but I suspect one (or more) of my current tires is having age-related issues. So ... Chrome 16x8 And I'm expecting four more presents today. Very Nice!
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Matatk	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#32
Webmaster SW Chicago Burbs 22805 Posts Member since: 2008/1/7 0:00	Sucks about the crack! I had to send two rims back when I got mine because they were dented so I know exactly what you mean. But Summit has a good policy. Glad they took care of you. Matthew
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#33
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	The replacement wheel arrived Monday, and it holds air. Took a few pics last night under the storm clouds. I'll take some better shots if I ever see the sun again.
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CSS996	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#34
Mega Guru Central PA 3644 Posts Member since: 2007/8/31 0:00	HELL YEAH!
	Posted on: 2009/6/17 13:08
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volzfan	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#35
Senior Guru Kingsport, TN 306 Posts Member since: 2007/7/6 0:00	How about the new tires? Good ride? Quiet?
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captmike13	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#36
Elite Guru Hillsboro Mo 2165 Posts Member since: 2008/1/15 0:00	Lookd good.
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#37
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Quote: volzfan wrote: How about the new tires? Good ride? Quiet? Well I have a total of 9 miles on them, at a top speed of 35mph. And half of that was in a driving rain. Not sure I can form an opinion quite yet.
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Epimax	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#38
Elite Guru Wilmington, NC 1814 Posts Member since: 2008/12/30 13:16	SWEET!
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jdtireman	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#39
Senior Guru Winnipeg 176 Posts Member since: 2008/10/25 20:46	Very cool! That's exactly the right look for a C3.
	Posted on: 2009/6/17 20:16
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#40
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Thanks all! I found the sun in Georgia this past weekend, so I took a couple of better pics. And I had the chance to put them to the test on the way back.
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CSS996	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#41
Mega Guru Central PA 3644 Posts Member since: 2007/8/31 0:00	Great pix! Can you get with your dad for a C3/4/5 pic? That would be sweet?
	Posted on: 2009/6/23 14:38
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Trae1976	Re: Opinions? Chrome Ralley wheels ...	#42
2012 Memorial Day Car Show Winner! Johnson City, TN 832 Posts Member since: 2008/4/17 11:30	Quote: CSS996 wrote: Can you get with your dad for a C3/4/5 pic? That would be sweet? Yes, that would be nice. I'll see what we can do.
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