Need Some Help with Wheel Choices and what to do.

[Chuck]

Hello guys well, I have been dead set lately on acquiring Gloss Black SRT repros for the future. But I have been really paranoid about getting them stolen. Everytime I mention wheels locks, I get the response it only slows them down :(. So basically I have a few questions, should I risk it and stick to my oringinal plan and get Gloss Black SRT repros?

My other choices, my Jeep currently has this wheel Silverblade #1: http://www.wjjeeps.com/wheel_2_silverbl.jpg

Is it possible to powdercoat? The centercaps are plastic so how do I make those black to match then? Only problem is if I do this my front passenger wheel is dmaged (from previous owner :rolleyes:) rash and some weird bubbling wround the centercap.

My second option which I dig but it isn't quite the same as the repros is aquire these Jeep ronin wheels and powedercoat, again is that possible to do and what about the centercap:

http://www.wkjeeps.com/wheels/wheel_02_wk.jpg

[Robert Palmer]

Just get the SRT reps.

[HEMIBeast]

Get the Black SRT wheels!

[Frankie]

VOTED - Id go with the reps!

If a thief wants to steal something...He will!

If anything, buy 5 sets of wheel locks and put them all on! LOL

[Chuck]

LMAO thats gonna be hell if I ever have a flat haha. Seriously I want the reps but dammit Its gonna sucks if they were to get stolen. I mean are wheel locks that useless? I thought they provide some sort of protection?

[Chuck]

Actually what is a good brand of wheel locks to go with?

[jeeppro]

srt my friend

[SoCalMoparWK]

Gorilla Glue and a Black Widow in the wheel well. LMAO

[DAVY27]

charlie..i voted for the srt reps. 1 word if u do get em...SHOTGUN.

[Dylans3960ccs]

I put the first option, but instead of replacing the entire rim, just have them refurbished and then powder coat them, the center cap can be powder coated along with the wheel.

[DAVY27]

charlie..u gonna see me n paul around ur ride quite a bit :)

[Chuck]

I put the first option, but instead of replacing the entire rim, just have them refurbished and then powder coat them, the center cap can be powder coated along with the wheel.

Isn't the center caps for our wheels, plastic? I don't even think they can hold up to powder coating.

And yeah I've been looking up some wheel refurbishment places if anything.

LMAO @ Gorilla Glue and a black widow, how the hell would I take either of those off haha. But really whats a good brand of wheel locks haha.

And Dave I'll call you if I get them haha.

[Dylans3960ccs]

in powder coating what they do is electrically charge the paint and the object being painted so that the paint stickes to it. It sounds more intense than it is, so even plastic should hold up in the process.

[Matt]

Are wheel thefts really that common in that area. I've never known anyone who had there shit jacked. Anyways, I'd go black SRT reps all the way.

Check out Adams Black WJ with the black SRT reps...

http://jeepgarage.org/member.php?u=10

Looks sick!

[Megatron]

charlie..u gonna see me n paul around ur ride quite a bit :)

lol.....

[Scottina06]

yuo cant go wrong with Mcgard wheel locks......

[Chaoul1]

IMO I think the SRT reps would look great. But won't do any good for Off-Roading ;). Anyway Look at Hannes and look at Adams? You should shoot for them. I'm shooting for them once I get my WK. I have it saved up already I just want to save more so I can put more. I think they wuold look great with you Jeep.

[Megatron]

Get the SRT repros in Gloss Black and be paranoid for life.

:lol: Oh man.

[Chaoul1]

Are you can try chrome. I don't know Photoshop anyone? (Paul)

[baronvonhavok]

SRT8s! thats what i would do if i have the money.

[Matt]

http://jeepgarage.org/customprofilepics/profilepic10_1.gif

The black on black WJ SRT wheel combo is sick! Do it!

[Chuck]

I don't know, I'm actually leaning away from them right now (I just don't want to be paranoid and I want to drive my truck without being afraid lol). My truck is never garage kept and drivin everywhere regardless of weather. Here are some current options

Buy Ronins and then fix one wheel that has rash and powder coat black

or

Buy Rob's Graphite Rogues and buy tires for them. Should I even powder coat those black?

[99limited]

Get the SRTs. =)

[Relwarc]

another thing bro...

people arent gonna waste their time... they are 20" rims, not 22's or 24's. they are SRT reps, which arent that highly saught after outside of our little niche.

if you had like 24" Chrome Giovannas or something, then i'd worry.

The SRT reps are SWEET, but not.... Ghetto "steal me" sweet

[Megatron]

Lol....

[psycojeep]

Get the reps....and if they happen to get stollen thats what you pay insurance for no sense in worrying about it

[Chuck]

Get the reps....and if they happen to get stollen thats what you pay insurance for no sense in worrying about it

Im pretty sure my insurance wouldn't cover it. Goddamit all of these conflicting views lol.

[psycojeep]

Im pretty sure my insurance wouldn't cover it. Goddamit all of these conflicting views lol.


WTF


Why wouldnt they if its bolted to the car it should be covered unless you only have the basics and no comp

[Chuck]

WTF


Why wouldnt they if its bolted to the car it should be covered unless you only have the basics and no comp

I'm pretty sure I have the basics. That's why it's a big decision, if they are gone I probably wouldn't get another set and trust me any wheel that looks enticing in NY is likely to be stolen. My cousins Acura TL Type S wheels (stockers) were stolen and his car was left on newspaper bundles or blocks I forget. And I live 5 minutes away. If I had a garage to park it then would get the repros in a heartbeat but I'm starting to rethink that (haven't eliminated it though)

[Robert Palmer]

No offense but stop being a bitch and get the repos. LOL

[Chuck]

No offense but stop being a bitch and get the repos. LOL

LMAO you ass, if I buy them and they get stolen can you buy me replacements :D

[Megatron]

lol.

[Martyp]

Go on and buy the reps you won't regret it!

One of the best looking wheels out there for the WJ/WK in my opinion, plus they're easy to clean. :thumbsup:

[dreamer1213]

Go with the Gloss Black reps Charlie....there's no reason to be so paranoid...like Frankie said...if a thief wants to steal something they'll steal it...and wheels locks are usefull...the have to have the right tools to get one of those off without the key...

It'll look great! You won't regret it!

[Matt]

So, to sum up the last 20 posts or so;

STOP BEING A LITTLE BITCH AND GO WITH THE GLOSS BLACK SRT8 REPS

:D :D :D

:slapfight:

[Martyp]

Yeah, or if your super paranoid put a locking nut on every bolt! :lol:

[Robert Palmer]

So, to sum up the last 20 posts or so;

STOP BEING A LITTLE BITCH AND GO WITH THE GLOSS BLACK SRT8 REPS

:D :D :D


All you had to do was quote me. :D

[Matt]

All you had to do was quote me. :D

haha, we need to keep the emphasis going :p

[Chaoul1]

Will the Viper Reps fit the WJ?

[Martyp]

Yep, viper reps will fit the WJs. I was gonna get a set but I couldn't wait that long for them coming out.

Machined face with gloss black innards would make a good alternative and it'd be more unique.

[Chuck]

Yep, viper reps will fit the WJs. I was gonna get a set but I couldn't wait that long for them coming out.

Machined face with gloss black innards would make a good alternative and it'd be more unique.

Can anyone photoshop gloss black vipers on a black WJ :o I could be the first to have them if they look right :D. Jesus guys all this pressure haha

[Dylans3960ccs]

well I guess it all comes down to how much your willing to spend on wheels?

[Chuck]

well I guess it all comes down to how much your willing to spend on wheels?

Yeah true

Oh by any chance for those with 275/45 tires, do your tires cover the edge the wheel or atleast protect it a bit from the curb just out of curiosity.

[Megatron]

I need a side pic. Something like my sig

[Robert Palmer]

Yeah true

Oh by any chance for those with 275/45 tires, do your tires cover the edge the wheel or atleast protect it a bit from the curb just out of curiosity.

Put down your mirrors and do not let your GF drive. :D

God you question everything. Just get the ****ing reps. LOL

[Dylans3960ccs]

the reps fail (they weigh too much), no offense to anyone that has them.

[Chuck]

Put down your mirrors and do not let your GF drive. :D

God you question everything. Just get the ****ing reps. LOL

Damn right I do :p Paulie I'll post up a side photo soon.

[Robert Palmer]

the reps fail (they weigh too much), no offense to anyone that has them.

They weigh a few pounds more than the SRT8 real rims, they are lighter than the regular WK/WJ stock rims.

And these are WJ's we are talking about. 4.0 and 4.7's they dont move that fast unless they are highly modded. And a majority of the WJ owners do not race. Only Sleepy does.

[Chuck]

Paul this is the closest side shot I have

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e375/MRodriguez16/NX-1%20Auto%20Detailing/Chuck%202004%20WJ%20Special%20Edition/Before/IMG_1514.jpg

[99limited]

Chuck, how bout you get the SRTs and give me your headlights, oh am i talking out loud? sorry.

[Dylans3960ccs]

regardless, heavy rims = bad gas mileage

[Chuck]

Chuck, how bout you get the SRTs and give me your headlights, oh am i talking out loud? sorry.

Haha I'm gonna try and seal them up with some silicone haha.

[99limited]

Haha I'm gonna try and seal them up with some silicone haha.

You shouldnt be worried about your rims getting stolen. If your headlights get stolen. It wasnt me. ;)

[Robert Palmer]

regardless, heavy rims = bad gas mileage

I dont think they are heavier than stock and besides whats 1 mpg less? Dont be so fawking cheap. lol

[Chuck]

You shouldnt be worried about your rims getting stolen. If your headlights get stolen. It wasnt me. ;)

Hahaha no worries if I see Gold Rush then I know who it is lol

[99limited]

chuck,
i tinted my tails today.
heres the link to my thread, tell me what ya think!!

[Matt]

regardless, heavy rims = bad gas mileage

Jeeps = bad gas mileage

Nobody here bought there rig to pull 35mps's

Just ask Joe :D

[Robert Palmer]

Jeeps = bad gas mileage

Nobody here bought there rig to pull 35mps's

Just ask Joe :D

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk253/JMV1777/img070.jpg

[Matt]

haha, I knew an EVIC pick was coming :D

[Megatron]

I think i come in 2nd place

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v282/simplykillingit/epicfail-1.jpg?t=1254800781

[99limited]

I get 20 mpg, and i thought i had it bad LOL

[Robert Palmer]

http://russos.without.ru/img/moscow/ffe.jpg

[Megatron]

X2 BROTHER.

Is that in russia lol.

[Robert Palmer]

A yessir!

[DAVY27]

I get 20 mpg, and i thought i had it bad LOL
us city slickers got it bad lol

[Chuck]

us city slickers got it bad lol

No joke how do you get 20 lol.

[Robert Palmer]

Who cares? :lol:

[99limited]

OK 18mpg. everything is stock ive only had it for a month.. No under the hood mods yet (thats after my exterior mods,of course)

[99limited]

where can i get SRT reps in the black gloss?? and how much??

[robpp]

ebay about 900

[B.P.O.D]

srt reps or viper reps

[Dylans3960ccs]

OK 18mpg. everything is stock ive only had it for a month.. No under the hood mods yet (thats after my exterior mods,of course)
You have the 4liter right?

[99limited]

You have the 4liter right?
Yes sir 4.0!!:thumbsup:

[Dylans3960ccs]

Yeah, I got around that mileage too :)

[99limited]

srt reps or viper reps
SRTs in black gloss. I think thats what im gonna start saving for. :D

[99limited]

Yeah, I got around that mileage too :)
Yeah i didnt get a 4x4 to save on gas thats for sure!! :p

[Megatron]

3 for ronins.. i know 1/3. Whos the other 2?