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Old 08-02-2009, 10:04 AM
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Default 3 piece wheel cost - is it worth it for a street car??

I keep looking at the all the 3 piece wheels, especially when Frank keeps posting that he has a sale on Forgelines. The thing I'm trying to debate though is if the cost of 3 piece wheels would be worth it for a car that will be 99% of the time driven on the streets. I'm leaning towards getting a set of Billet Specialties (likely the Fast Lane) as they have a 17x11 for under $400. I can get tires and wheels for under $2200. I've also looked at the DriverzInc's new Splitter wheel and for a package they are about $500 more for the tires I want. I want to build this car right this time, but am wondering if the extra cost would be worth it. I know the wheels are lighter and easier to change backspacing down the road, but once I have them right, I can't see myself changing them. What do you guys think. Is it worth the extra cost and why?? Thanks in advance.
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Pro Touring 68 Acadian(Nova)
Speedtech subframe with high clearance control arms
Prodigy Bar rear suspension
Ridetech single adjustable coilovers
Wilwood 12.2" brakes
New Gen Splitters
LS3 and TKO600

Link to my build: https://lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=14349

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