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Insane · 02-05-2007, 12:41 AM

UPDATE:

I got them on today...snapped a few quick pics. I'll get some better ones this weekend...

[attachment=21423:Rims_017_s.jpg] [attachment=21422:Rims_016_s.jpg] [attachment=21421:Rims_014_s.jpg]

Tax money is on the way, so I'm considering getting a new set of rims for the MS6. I was going to spend some $ on a set of 17's and snow tires for the winters before next winter, but dropping a grand on a set I'll use sparingly was bugging me. I figured I might as well spend the money on some upgraded rims for the rest of the year, and get snows for the stockers before next winter. I'm dealing with the stockers either way for the rest of this winter, since I have another car with Blizzaks for the snow/ice days....and it's already February. Anyhow, there doesn't seem to be a lot of rims out there for this car in a 5 spoke design.

I was looking at the Nexo PX-5's from Wheelmax...but I've heard some horror stories about them, and after calling them one night, and having the phone just ring and ring the first two calls, then having someone answer on the third call that sounded like he was just someone at their house answering the phone. He said they had none in stock, even though their site said they were. Here are the PX-5's..

My second choice were the MB Wheels Boost's @ DTD...they had a lifetime warranty, and they included free shipping WITHOUT buying tires unlike WheelMax.

I really like the spokes and all around design of the MB's, but I'm not sure if I'm a Gunmetal guy. I found some pictures of someone with them on a late 90's Cavalier, and they almost look like they would look better on a lighter colored car.

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2092536 <--more shots here

^^^^ (Sorry for posting a Cavalier here)

Now, the more I look at them the more they are growing on me. They are 18 x 7.5 with a 48mm offset...better offset than the PX-5's 45mm. What do you guys think? Is there any PS gurus out there that can put them on a Speed6?

Here's a pic of mine...

My MS6

One last question...DTD lists them as working fine on my car with 235/40/18's...I'm not so sure with a 48mm offset. I'd love to get the 235's because they are almost a perfect match to the stockers and the speedo would stay correct....and I'd get a wider tire.

Any thoughts?

nickdina · 02-05-2007, 01:25 AM

i like em

Insane · 02-05-2007, 01:31 AM

I'm just wondering if I'll like gunmetal on a silver car...

06 Mazda Sicks · 02-05-2007, 02:04 AM

heres a quick PS for you

blue06mazda6 · 02-05-2007, 07:25 AM

They really look good.

elpepe · 02-05-2007, 08:07 AM

Quote:

^^^^ (Sorry for posting a Cavalier here)[/b]

a cavalier with A HOODSCOOP no less!

*shudder*

uhg... you deserve to be punished....

Gandalf · 02-05-2007, 09:22 AM

My vote is for the first ones - not a big fan of the tapered spoke

brandcd · 02-05-2007, 09:29 AM

i like the MBs. it just looks like it is put together better. (no research just my opinion from a photo)

the_gray_mazda6 · 02-05-2007, 09:42 AM

the first rim is pretty nice...

Elicious · 02-05-2007, 09:50 AM

2nd ones as far as style goes. Not sure how the gunmetal would look on your lighter car, though.

02-05-2007, 12:41 AM	#1 (permalink)
Insane Administrator Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 3,046 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	UPDATE: I got them on today...snapped a few quick pics. I'll get some better ones this weekend... [attachment=21423:Rims_017_s.jpg] [attachment=21422:Rims_016_s.jpg] [attachment=21421:Rims_014_s.jpg] Tax money is on the way, so I'm considering getting a new set of rims for the MS6. I was going to spend some $ on a set of 17's and snow tires for the winters before next winter, but dropping a grand on a set I'll use sparingly was bugging me. I figured I might as well spend the money on some upgraded rims for the rest of the year, and get snows for the stockers before next winter. I'm dealing with the stockers either way for the rest of this winter, since I have another car with Blizzaks for the snow/ice days....and it's already February. Anyhow, there doesn't seem to be a lot of rims out there for this car in a 5 spoke design. I was looking at the Nexo PX-5's from Wheelmax...but I've heard some horror stories about them, and after calling them one night, and having the phone just ring and ring the first two calls, then having someone answer on the third call that sounded like he was just someone at their house answering the phone. He said they had none in stock, even though their site said they were. Here are the PX-5's.. My second choice were the MB Wheels Boost's @ DTD...they had a lifetime warranty, and they included free shipping WITHOUT buying tires unlike WheelMax. I really like the spokes and all around design of the MB's, but I'm not sure if I'm a Gunmetal guy. I found some pictures of someone with them on a late 90's Cavalier, and they almost look like they would look better on a lighter colored car. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2092536 <--more shots here ^^^^ (Sorry for posting a Cavalier here) Now, the more I look at them the more they are growing on me. They are 18 x 7.5 with a 48mm offset...better offset than the PX-5's 45mm. What do you guys think? Is there any PS gurus out there that can put them on a Speed6? Here's a pic of mine... My MS6 One last question...DTD lists them as working fine on my car with 235/40/18's...I'm not so sure with a 48mm offset. I'd love to get the 235's because they are almost a perfect match to the stockers and the speedo would stay correct....and I'd get a wider tire. Any thoughts? __________________ 2010 Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track 2006 Liquid Platinum Mazdaspeed6 GT Build Date: 3/06 Totalled 1/7/10... I'll miss her.

02-05-2007, 01:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
Insane Administrator Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 3,046 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	I'm just wondering if I'll like gunmetal on a silver car... __________________ 2010 Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track 2006 Liquid Platinum Mazdaspeed6 GT Build Date: 3/06 Totalled 1/7/10... I'll miss her.

02-05-2007, 02:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
06 Mazda Sicks Drivers License Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Central Jersey Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	heres a quick PS for you __________________ Tungsten Grey 2006 Mazda 6S Sport: ATX (w/Tip-Tronic), 6-Disc Changer w/ Bose, Moonroof, All Weather Mats -Current Modz - MazdaSpeed CAI, Eyelids, VG Sharkfin Antenna, Clear side markers, Interior LEDs, Chrome Dome Rear Turns, Silverstar Front Turns -In Boxes,Not Yet Installed- NRG Hood Dampers, Moonroof Deflector, Rain Guards -Future Modz- Injen Cat-back + HIDs (For now)

02-05-2007, 07:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
blue06mazda6 Track Racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Middletown, PA Posts: 571 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	They really look good. __________________ 06 6 I\| Xm Radio\|Stubby Antenna\|Silverstar turn Signal bulbs (Front)\|6 1/2 speakers in front door\|6 x 8 in rear\|Wing Spoiler\|Black OE Tail lights\|4 Brake light mod\|Side markers converted to flash\|18 x 7.5 MB Boost rims\|Remote Start\|LED Map and Door lights\|Sport Grill\|Auto Dimming Mirror\| MS Springs\| JDM Visors\| K & N SRI\|Sony HU\|12 in. Infinity Sub @ 400 RMS\|Removed Door moldings\| Car Pics

02-05-2007, 09:22 AM	#7 (permalink)
Gandalf Rally Racer Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,576 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	My vote is for the first ones - not a big fan of the tapered spoke __________________ "NASCAR is the Bose of auto racing. Makes a lot of money but ain't worth crap" 2006 Black Mica Mazdaspeed 6 Sport 2003 Vibrant Blue Sentra SE-R Spec-V - R.I.P 1/11/07 Auto-X fun

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02-05-2007, 01:25 AM	#2 (permalink)
nickdina Track Racer Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 583 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	i like em

02-05-2007, 09:29 AM	#8 (permalink)
brandcd Track Racer Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Lower DE close to the beach Posts: 201 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	i like the MBs. it just looks like it is put together better. (no research just my opinion from a photo)

02-05-2007, 09:42 AM	#9 (permalink)
the_gray_mazda6 Mazda Guru Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,087 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	the first rim is pretty nice... __________________ 2005 Mazda6 3.0L MODS: Too many to list, check out my 6club garage! ** \\ 6Club Garage // ** \\ The RPM Store // 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6R (Black) to go sh*tballs fast...

02-05-2007, 09:50 AM	#10 (permalink)
Elicious Rally Racer Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,334 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	2nd ones as far as style goes. Not sure how the gunmetal would look on your lighter car, though. __________________