RIMS

[Ice]

Hey guys,

I am looking to put some rims on my car...i will go with one of these:

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/product/wheels/kontan.large.jpg

or

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/product/wheels/kontox.large.jpg


The first ones are 19x8 with 225/35/19 tires and the other ones are 18x8 with 225/40/18 tires. Which ones should i go with and will i have to mod something because there are so big. Will i loose performance because of big rims ? Should i just get the first ones with a size of 17x8 with 225/45/17 and leave it at that ? Thanx for any comments :smile:

[EKam]

I think a camry will look better with the Tantrums IMO.

It's a popular choice, but oh well. :smile:

[Jzs147-RR]

When buying Rims always remember key factors ,strength ,weight and looks.Konig sells mags that they donot even make them so they are usualy soft heavy metal and bend easy.I got to admit Tantrums are super good looking mags i almost got some until i seen how weak they are(my friend busted his on the first day he got them).For someone who goes over alot of pot holes they are not a good choice.If you want good mags buy some quality mags that are made by a reputable maker like BBS and OZ.But if you realy wnat mags for your camry and realy want Konigs get the tantrums they are real nice mags.

[92CamryV6]

Does anyone know anything about Motegi rims? If they are strong and made of good metal?

[SpectraBlueCam]

On 2001-11-25 17:52, KaMuRi wrote:
I think a camry will look better with the Tantrums IMO.

It's a popular choice, but oh well. :smile:

Too popular?? Also, keep in mind that it has been around for a number of years already. :smile:

[Ice]

I see....well....then recommend something strong and new :smile: that's what you're here for, arn't u ? :smile: I'm probably looking for 18x8 w/225/40/18 on 'em. They should fit fine, shouldn't they ? Taking into consideration that i'm useing Intarx springs and Tokico struts to drop the car 1.75"... get me some suggetions and rim names...thanx

[speedemn]

I like the look of the first pic (KONTAN) better. However putting 18x8 or 19x8 rims on a car that's dropped almsot 2" might be a slight impossibility. I suggest you do a test fit.

Next, do you have a 4cyl or a V6? If you have a 4cyl, you will lose some performance with rims that big, especially if they are heavy which I assume they are. Even with a V6, with the sheer size of those rims, the weight is going to be quite heavy and performance will be at a slight loss.

Lastly, I don't know what the roads are like in Boston, but if you have a lot of cracks, bumps and potholes, I would suggest looking for a strong rim, before you consider design and stuff... because design doesn't mean much when you warp them on day 1!

Hey guys,

I am looking to put some rims on my car...i will go with one of these:

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/product/wheels/kontan.large.jpg

or

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/product/wheels/kontox.large.jpg


The first ones are 19x8 with 225/35/19 tires and the other ones are 18x8 with 225/40/18 tires. Which ones should i go with and will i have to mod something because there are so big. Will i loose performance because of big rims ? Should i just get the first ones with a size of 17x8 with 225/45/17 and leave it at that ? Thanx for any comments :smile:

[Ice]

Yeah...i see what you're saying....i was looking at 17x7.5 as well...i don't mind going with those...can you guys recommend any good looking and strong 17" !?!? I'm open for suggestions....if they'll be 17", i want to spend around $1200US for the set w/tires....thanx guys...

[pureimport]

if i were u i'd go for the tantrums they look so sweeet.

[Rookie Solara]

I hate TANTRUM....take a look at my car..
My car sucks...and don't get 18"...they are the WORST...







(p.s. I was just kidding, just don't want too many ppl get TANTRUM and 18", cause they are very very good looking)

But one thing for sure, getting 19" is almost like getting yourself a NEW tires every single month or BENT rims every single week...not good for a long run.

Rookie Solara

[Ronocam]

i think 19"s are a bit too big for a camry... 18"s or 17"s will do. personally i would go for 17"s.

[gqdabien]

does anybody know if TSW REvos 17x7 are a good size and durability for my 3gen?

[Jzs147-RR]

TSW are medium strong and are well suited for any type of road condition.17x7.5 would fit well on a Camry and you could put some 225 with tires on it.Just remember to get the good offset.

[erfan]

i am thinking about getting these for my ES300. What do you guys think? This is the Konig Monsoon. I am going to put these on as direct replacement,i am not dropping my car. Here is a picture of my lexus.

http://www.vi2.com/maxForumFiles/lexus_0015.jpg


http://www.discounttire.com/product/wheels/konmon.large.jpg

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[EKam]

Whatever rim you choose, don't go anything bigger than 17&quot; if you want some performance behind the wheels. 18&quot; or 19&quot; is only for show purpose and they will definitely slow you down during take-off, however you will get better handling when cornering.

And pick rims that are not too heavy or they will definitely slow you down no matter what size you're going for. :wink: