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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 10:15 AM
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I just installed a set of Alloygator wheel protectors on my S2000. The info link is here:
https://www.alloygator.com

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The nylon rim inserts come in over a dozen colors to match either the tire or wheel color or provide color enhancement to the wheels.
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 10:57 AM
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What did you do with the curb finders? Want to sell them?
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 11:15 AM
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Ha ha. Aint got no stinkin' Kerb Finders! I think those only came on yacht-length Cadillacs back when.

Actually I don't have any curb rash, but I was curious about some color on the wheels. Plain Rio is kinda boring!
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 11:26 AM
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I like that look. How easy were they to install?
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 11:32 AM
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Thanks, Deb. They are not really difficult to install. It just requires some time to prep the strips and seat them on the rims with a rubber mallet. Everything, including metal clips and glue, is supplied in the kit. There are a number of youtube videos with installation tips.

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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 11:49 AM
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I think it looks kind of neat. Between the pop of color on the wheels, and the rear spoiler, everyone will think you are a 30 year old driving down the road!
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 12:20 PM
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Unlike the wheels, the ugly wing is not for bling, It's for downforce going into turns 1 and then 4 and 6 and 7 and 15 before accelerating onto the banked straight.

And my ball cap says, "Make America Gray Again".
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 12:28 PM
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I got these:
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by S1997
Unlike the wheels, the ugly wing is not for bling, It's for downforce going into turns 1 and then 4 and 6 and 7 and 15 before accelerating onto the banked straight.

And my ball cap says, "Make America Gray Again".
Too late, I'm already gray!

I like the wheels!
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Old Jun 2, 2017 | 12:55 PM
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Me like. My 2016 BMW 228ix has dark grey orbit wheels that protrude a little and I have had 2 wheels resurfaced at $150 ea. I will definitely be ordering a set of 4 in black or dark grey if they have that color. Thanks for the info.
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