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What offset is your setup?
What offset is your setup?
it's 8.5j et45What offset is your setup?
I wasn't so much complaining about people being blocked, as I am curious, what about that seems to be preferred in the photo compositions. Is it the light, framing, or something about breaking the rules, that people seem to think makes compelling composition.Thanks for watching.
Those pictures was made on Saturday early morning in an area by the river and no one will be blocked at that moment LOL.
I wasn't so much complaining about people being blocked, as I am curious, what about that seems to be preferred in the photo compositions. Is it the light, framing, or something about breaking the rules, that people seem to think makes compelling composition.
Although I'm not a photograghper who made those pictures, I don't think you are over-analyzing.I may be over-analyzing, but these are my guesses for why @zolo0727 chose those spots.
1st pic: The fences and lane marking line draw the focus to the center of the image. Makes sense to frame his car where those elements "meet".
2nd pic: Car is parked at that angle to get the skylight (or whatever that is) reflected in the rear windshield. The light coming in from that opening probably helped to bring out the reflection of the ground in the rear bumper too.
3rd pic: Don't think there was anything special about the positioning of this one. Maybe he just wanted to get that particular shot because it shows exactly where the photo is being taken (maybe for context or something).
Again, these are just a few guesses coming from a guy who took one introductory course in Photography over 10 years ago, lol. Don't take them too seriously
Hey there. I have a 2019 GTR and have 19x8 40 offset TSW Mallory wheels with 245/50 on them. I think you could go to 245/55 18 and get a similar stance. I don't have any experience with those tires, but I think 245 is a great look. I think that an 8.5 inch wheel may be too wide for a 225 tire.New CX5 owner here so forgive if I ask anything I should already know. Just read a review on another thread of someone who had a great experience with the Falken Wildpeak’s. Personally, I love the look of these tires as I want something with more of an athletic stance but doesn’t ride like a mud/snow tire. From that review and others, this sounds like a good all around tire that is more than capable if the vehicle encounters less than ideal conditions and looks great. I assume the trade off is extra weight and decrease in miles per gallon.
Forgive the 50 questions but does anyone have any experience with these tires or know of something comparable?
I have a great set of TSW Sebring 18X8.5’s that I think Wildpeak’s, or a similar recommendation, would look great on but I’m also not sure about size tire either. Ie 225/55, 225/60, 235/55 or 235/60’s.
Thank you all in advance for any help you can offer!
Thank you @Duckpin I really appreciate the suggestion and I've done a little more homework since your response and left the need to want a off-road tire as a daily driver, even though it looks great.
Like many others, I like the look a a full tire/ wheel set up to "fill the wheel well." Since Sunday have read from you all that I need to do this correctly, considering spec rev's per mile and speedo error.
I know increase in fuel consumption is the trade off, but willing to give that for better drivability and aesthetics. Also, I like a little more rubber as a personal preference, so have been looking at 235/60/18's and 245/60/18's because I already bought a great looking 18" wheel. Now the tough part- TIRE CHOICE at that spec.
Even if you're a 17" or 19" person, anyone out there that likes more rubber, with little compromise to OEM spec, have a recommendation on tire selection?
Pirelli, Michelin, Continental, Toyo, seem to be what appears the most, but would love to hear real world feedback on make/models that met a similar goal to mine- full'er and wide'er.
I appreciate any suggestions!
Can’t imagine these are still available...Anyone interested in these wheels lmk they*re available! Tires still have lots of tread (8/32) $800 picked up!
Side note here...Please note our FS Rules and Forum (where FS items are to be posted), thanks!Can’t imagine these are still available...
More info. Car drives great. A bit better road feel and sharper turn-in. The big surprise was the weight of the oe wheel/tire set: 49lbs (48.6). Really light. No wonder it feels so eager on the small wheels. I am a fan of the look of 19s but hard to argue with the performance of the 17s.
Is that a 19" wheel? Width, offset?Well, decided to sell the Enkeis. My daughter has taken over the car and I don't want to stress about the wheels. Took them off last night and they are perfect. Less than 2k on the tires. My loss, your gain. Anyone in the Pac NW interested? Let's talk. I spent a bunch on these at the tire rack but am realistic re: value.
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PM me for more info and pics but they are 19x8 et45, made in Japan, works of art. Fit perfectly and IMO look amazing. I have a bit of a wheel fetish...Is that a 19" wheel? Width, offset?
Hey @integ3,M011 wheels look better in my opinion. The harsher ride has always been a trade off with sharper steering, when going with a wider tire in my expierence with previous vehicles. I'd be curious if you notice a gas mileage difference with the heavier wheels, 5lbs. sound like a lot when talking about rotational mass. BTW hold onto that friend that will gift you a set of perfectly fine TSW wheels, always good to have a friend in a wheel repair shop. Congrats on the car also, looks great with whatever wheels you choose!