New Wheels/Springs on MS3 [Archive]

Captain GJ

07-16-2007, 11:47 AM

javanc

07-16-2007, 11:55 AM

Looks pretty dang good. Thats the same setup i have been considering getting when i save up the cash. I like black on silver but was usure as to which way to go since this is my first silver car. Thanks for doing it for me.
Hurry up with the full side shots will ya! lol.

M3_Zoom

07-16-2007, 11:56 AM

Nice choice!

*edit* I'm assuming you have OEM tires?

MS3TR

07-16-2007, 11:57 AM

Finally got my wheels on. 18x8 +48 black OZ Ultraleggera's. Have Road Magnet Springs w/ MS camber kit. Along with the drop, these wheels fit great and fill out the rear fenders PERFECTLY. Couldn't be happier with them and seeing them in photos does them no justice to seeing them in person.

Will post more pics when the weather clears and I can get some full on side shots.

Also thanks to Jay!

Looks great. How much was the drop? I love those wheels, seems popular on the MS3. I have Eibach's and love them but my shocks are going on me :eek: Ride has gotten much sloppier and the rear shocks squeek here and there. I'm probably ordering the MazdaSpeed Coilovers on a Group Buy today.

Captain GJ

07-16-2007, 11:59 AM

The drop was 1.1 inches. Havn't noticed any issues with shocks thus far. WIll post side shots in the next 30 minutes.

Captain GJ

07-16-2007, 12:19 PM

Here are some more shots... Apologize for the lighting-sky's been overcast all weekend long.

Captain GJ

07-16-2007, 12:27 PM

...and yeah, still using the OEM tires for now. Figure I might as well get the most out of them as I can.

civilianx

07-16-2007, 05:48 PM

That looks pretty sweet man. It is funny how human nature, desire, style, etc all changes with the times. When I had a 2000 Celica GTS, I forget what brand they were, but went with wheels that look very similar to the MS3's stock wheels and still think it is a very nice look... but your wheels.. sweet. For myself, I'd probably go w/something shiny (I'm a blonde former Marine, shiny things entertain me for hours), but I dig your's.

While not a huge fan of black wheels on cars (Jeeps are another story, some black rattlecan fixes rock rash real quick), I do like the variety. If all were the same chrome or brushed metal or whatever it sure would be a boring world. Your setup looks pretty sweet. (did I mention it looks sweet?)

jbiird317

07-17-2007, 09:07 AM

Also thanks to Jay!

Glad to help man! The car looks really good, glad to see that everything worked out well for you.

Roadmagnets and OZ's, such a clean setup... i wonder where I've seen that before?? (burnout)

Captain GJ

07-17-2007, 12:39 PM

^ hmmm.....no idea...

the7comeback7ki

07-17-2007, 12:47 PM

looks real nice. Would look even nicer with the trim pulled off the side

javanc

07-17-2007, 01:26 PM

Off topic- have you boys with the road magnets used the Mazdaspeed camberlinks, or are you just running the camber that happens from the springs? Hey Jay hows the tire wear looking?

jbiird317

07-17-2007, 01:33 PM

Off topic- have you boys with the road magnets used the Mazdaspeed camberlinks, or are you just running the camber that happens from the springs? Hey Jay hows the tire wear looking?

im still just running the camber than happens from the springs. The treadwear looks fine to me...im sure it would be better with the camber correction. I rotated the tires right before it was lowered and the tread wear looks the same on the fronts and the rears.

Captain GJ

07-17-2007, 02:43 PM

I went ahead and put on the MS camber links. Makes the rear wheels fit perfectly in the fender well. Be warned: apparently getting the link on the driver side rear is a real pain, as the gas tank, etc sits near it. Took the shop I went to almost 2 hours to put them on.

RelliMS3

07-17-2007, 04:42 PM

getting black wheels was definitely the way to go. good choice

MAZDARacing2007

07-17-2007, 06:21 PM

Here are some more shots... Apologize for the lighting-sky's been overcast all weekend long.

how much tint do you have done?....your car looks great man!

Captain GJ

07-17-2007, 06:28 PM

Not sure, had it put on the car at the dealer before I picked it up.

controlo

07-17-2007, 09:52 PM

those wheels look equally good on your car and jbiird's. eventhough sunlight silver is faster than black. where'd you get them? maybe i can sell my OEM wheels for enough to get a set...?

edrive73

07-17-2007, 09:58 PM

The car looks really good man. Nice choice in wheels. I likes a lot.

Captain GJ

07-17-2007, 10:38 PM

Got the wheels from tire rack for $325 a piece, included all hardware. Got springs and camber links from protege garage. Excellent service from both places. Thanks for the compliments.

Siscim23

07-19-2007, 09:50 AM

Wow those look very nice on the silver.

ATK

07-19-2007, 10:50 AM

Did you purchase the TPM's from TireRack to go with your new wheels or did you utilize the stock ones?

Captain GJ

07-19-2007, 10:56 AM

The TPMS sensors from the stock wheels fit the OZ wheels perfectly. No problems at all.

PirateKitty

07-19-2007, 02:42 PM

looks good! Im thinking of black wheels for my silver speed

CaSHMeRe

07-19-2007, 02:43 PM

looks good! Im thinking of black wheels for my silver speed

nice !!!

i am thinking black or gunmetal for my black mica !!!! hard decision though (glare)

Captain GJ

07-19-2007, 02:48 PM

Thanks, I think the black works with the silver so well b/c it pulls out the blacks from the tailights, headlights, door trim, etc.

PirateKitty

07-19-2007, 02:49 PM

^ and dark tint :D

Captain GJ

07-19-2007, 02:50 PM

ahhhh yes....:) Good eye!

PirateKitty

07-19-2007, 02:52 PM

ahhhh yes....:) Good eye!

that and I have super dark tint on my car (glare)

Hatchd

07-27-2007, 11:13 PM

Are you still happy with The Road Magnet springs GJ.??

If you did it over again would you still make the same choice??

ZooZoom

07-27-2007, 11:36 PM

...and yeah, still using the OEM tires for now. Figure I might as well get the most out of them as I can.

jez....you stretched 215's across 8" wide wheels!? (wow)

I didn't know they could go that far. that's why they look like blades....but very sweet! (spin)

Captain GJ

07-30-2007, 11:10 AM

Yeah, I'm still very happy with the springs. Def the perfect drop in my opinion, especially with a new set of wheels, it looks awesome. Ride is still good, and I havn't had any issues with the struts. I was going to get the COBB springs when they are realesed, but after seeing the car with the RM springs/wheel combo, I seriously doubt it can be beat.

As far as the tires, go the bridgestone site has the stock tires as being able to fit up to an 8" rim. The tires look great as they are very slightly stretched.

pmeilakjr

07-31-2007, 08:15 PM

Per the specs from Bridgestone - 7" - 8" rim width for 215

funkyman

08-04-2007, 02:42 AM

Nice wheels,also check these wheels and tires out.No drop yet!!!
You are looking at 235`s.
(headbang)

Captain GJ

08-07-2007, 03:05 PM

Are those EVO wheels?

funkyman

08-08-2007, 01:31 PM

No EVO mate they are 7.5" 5ZIGEN Gravis-I(Hard to find chrome rims very rare) made in Japan.Tires Y rating Kumho SPT 235/40/18.

Captain GJ

08-08-2007, 05:17 PM

Look nice.

SSMS3

08-08-2007, 07:55 PM

Captain GJ, your car looks great, excellent choice of wheels and springs!!
You'll have an exact twin soon since the same springs and wheels are sitting in my garage awaiting installation. I won't need to post up pics now lol

jbiird317

08-08-2007, 08:20 PM

funkyman

08-09-2007, 01:44 AM

Im not (breakn)

SSMS3

08-09-2007, 11:11 AM

you guys are all copycats!

(drinks)

funkyman

08-09-2007, 12:39 PM

Except me.

jbiird317

08-09-2007, 01:12 PM

(drinks)

Except me.

ha no worries guys, i figure i mustve done something right if ppl like what they see enough to run the same setup... but different is cool too

GirlieGurl

08-09-2007, 05:50 PM

Sweet! I love the new rims.

Hatchd

08-15-2007, 10:06 PM

I just put the springs on and the ride is ok,I still believe a better shock would compliment the springs though.
CaptainGJ,luv the wheels any rubbing with the wheels or with passengers in the back??
Do you think a set of 225/40/18 rubber would squeeze under there or will you have to stick with the factory 215/45/18 for ever ???
Im really liking the RM and OZ wheel recipe.

MS3ICA

08-15-2007, 10:09 PM

looks tight, the wheels look really good with the color of the car, hey "funkyman" you got the turbo emblem from a beetle i got one from a 911 turbo in the same place its3times bigger

Captain GJ

08-16-2007, 11:53 AM

I've had no rubbing at all and I have hit some BIG dips in the road at fairly high speeds. I'm not sure if 225's would fit. As it is right now the 215's sit VERY close to the fender well in the rear, I think 225's may rub in the back, but I'm not 100% on that. I also have the camber links installed, so that may have to be taken into account as well.