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Before.
 

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After - although it looks better online that it does in person. Still, not bad for $12!
 

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Much nicer.
 

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/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/iagree.gif I repainted from silver grey to the original black/silver(actually it's more like chrome) and it does look much nicer. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif

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Great job. Looks much better than the red rims.

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/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/iagree.gif Does look goooood.
 
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Thanks - they do look better and after the test drive last night, I can really feel the performance improvement!
 

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Yep, at least 2HP per wheel, heh.
 
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I would also think that the car stops better too. If it doesn't you better re-paint the wheels. LOL!!!!!
 
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