input on rims

V8SLK · 12-08-2006

i've been going crazy trying to pick out rims... i'm looking for a little input here. i'm considering these in chrome in 19x8 front and 19x9.5 rears.

they'd be going on an obs black 55.

**etyu** · 12-08-2006

Just from looks alone, I'm not sure if it's any better than the OEM wheels that you already have. Is there any other advantage? like they're significantly lighter than OEM?

**-1-** · 12-08-2006

Scott, I like the look of those wheels. The deep dish look with the wide lips is tough. They appear easy to maintain which is a big plus. Many don't like chrome. I think the chrome wheels would look great on you black SLK, better than the painted satin look. People talk weight. I don't think weight is a big issue on a passenger car. I'm still looking for a set of 19" wheels, can't seem to find anything I like. Good luck on your choice.,

Tslick · 12-08-2006

They would look real good on your car. The spokes are a little bit wider than mine for easier cleaning and showing off the brake disk and calipers.

I'd be concerned with two piece rims. I've seen a lot of photos with rusted fasteners (nuts and washers on the back side) and it's hard to tell if the fasteners are high strength. You can always change out the fasteners.

V8SLK · 12-08-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by etyu

Just from looks alone, I'm not sure if it's any better than the OEM wheels that you already have. Is there any other advantage? like they're significantly lighter than OEM?

i really don't know the weight difference but since i don't track the car i'm not concerned about a couple of pounds. for me the benefits would be going from 18 to 19 inch wheels, wider tires and the more open look showing off the rotors and calipers (yeah... i have a brake fetish!)

V8SLK · 12-08-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tslick

They would look real good on your car. The spokes are a little bit wider than mine for easier cleaning and showing off the brake disk and calipers.

I'd be concerned with two piece rims. I've seen a lot of photos with rusted fasteners (nuts and washers on the back side) and it's hard to tell if the fasteners are high strength. You can always change out the fasteners.

all good points Tom, thanks. if i get them i will check on the fasteners.

**dsb** · 12-09-2006

I'm among the group that doesn't like chrome but I really don't matter.
Get what you like the most and YOU'LL be happy.

FYI, 2 piece wheels are welded and the bolts are merely cosmetic. 3 piece wheels are actually assembled (functional bolts). I've never seen or heard of them rusting, but I guess it's possible.

I hope you're in a situation that allows you to test the wheels on the car. Not all wheels are created the same. As in, just because the offset is correct, that doesn't mean the spokes will clear the large brake caliper. Just make sure the place you do business with take responsibility for the wheel order and will replace them if they don't fit right.

The SLK55 is relatively new so some wheel manufacturers/shops may not have any experience with fitment.

PS. Did you check to see if they have those sizes? I would recommend staying away from spacers if you can. If it's a necessity, try to keep it as thin as possible.

aloys · 12-09-2006

Check these pages:
http://www.mbslk.de/modules.php?op=m...&orderby=dateD

Pictures show a wide range of rims used in and around Germany!
Click on the picture to enlarge. On Top of the pic is the technical info. Not sure if all these rims are to be had in the US!

Ynot · 12-09-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by V8SLK

i've been going crazy trying to pick out rims... i'm looking for a little input here. i'm considering these in chrome in 19x8 front and 19x9.5 rears.

they'd be going on an obs black 55.

Not a fan of chrome either, gives me bad memories of the badly modded lowriders, but if that's what you want then do it. Those were the wheels I originally wanted but in silver. Since you have a dark car, I recommend gunmetal, it'll look sweet with your obs black. Not trying to sway you away from chrome but thought I might mention it so you know. Some chrome wheels tend to chip away it's finished in a year's time, if not carefully maintenance, they are almost always heavier (not an issue for you I guess). For the price, those are a bargain but I don't think it'll clear the brake calipers of the SLK55, they are not custom made wheels, so if it doesn't clear then you will need spacers, like dsb said, you want to avoid them.

I'm with dsb, I've never heard the bolts rusting, I've had my 3 piece racing hart for over a decade with no problems (if only racing harts makes wheels for MB's) but it could happen. They are metal bolts and we know metal can rust.

TSW's been around for awhile and have a great reputation, another reason I don't think they'll fit w/o spacers is because the spokes are flat from the center to the outer wheel, unlike my DCR, they are curved (arc) where the brake calipers are. So it's important to double check and if they don't fit, make sure they have a refund policy. Some wheels manufacturers/dealers don't refund after you mount it. Doesn't make sense as one has to mount it to know if it'll fit. I doubt if you'll have this problem with TSW.

**alroumi** · 12-09-2006

The pictures you posted of the chrome rims are decent, however paint them black and it will look way better.

FPF422 · 12-09-2006

I had these ones on my R170 http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...2FBlack+Accent

and they were very easy to keep clean with their black interior, now if I had the money, I would probably go for these http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...Super+Polished or these http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...Standard+Model

Tirerack has this nice little page where you can preview the rims on your car http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_gara...Standard+Model

**-1-** · 12-09-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ynot

Not a fan of chrome either, gives me bad memories of the badly modded lowriders, but if that's what you want then do it. Those were the wheels I originally wanted but in silver. Since you have a dark car, I recommend gunmetal, it'll look sweet with your obs black. Not trying to sway you away from chrome but thought I might mention it so you know. Some chrome wheels tend to chip away it's finished in a year's time, if not carefully maintenance, they are almost always heavier (not an issue for you I guess). For the price, those are a bargain but I don't think it'll clear the brake calipers of the SLK55, they are not custom made wheels, so if it doesn't clear then you will need spacers, like dsb said, you want to avoid them.

I'm with dsb, I've never heard the bolts rusting, I've had my 3 piece racing hart for over a decade with no problems (if only racing harts makes wheels for MB's) but it could happen. They are metal bolts and we know metal can rust.

TSW's been around for awhile and have a great reputation, another reason I don't think they'll fit w/o spacers is because the spokes are flat from the center to the outer wheel, unlike my DCR, they are curved (arc) where the brake calipers are. So it's important to double check and if they don't fit, make sure they have a refund policy. Some wheels manufacturers/dealers don't refund after you mount it. Doesn't make sense as one has to mount it to know if it'll fit. I doubt if you'll have this problem with TSW.

Ynot - solid advice, observations, and information. Tons of wheels on the market. Too many el cheapos. I'm still looking for a set of 19s. I still haven't found anything I like better than the 18" AMG five spoke wheels I have.

heezyo2o · 12-09-2006

Get these brabus rims Scott. They'll go well with your SC if you ever get it.

V8SLK · 12-09-2006

Ken, i do really like those. i priced 'em out at brabus the last time we hooked up. rims and tires $9,000.00.... too much for me right now.

to everybody else that has supplied input, thank you. there have been a lot of good points made.

heezyo2o · 12-09-2006

Wow, I didn't know they were that much. Not really worth it at that price point.

**dsb** · 12-09-2006

I love those pics. Makes me want to go out and practice my photo skills.
Too bad the weather is crap right now

Pics seems to look so much better in low light/overcast vs sunny conditions.

Baron7700 · 12-10-2006

hey scott, I think the TSW's are a solid choice! My best friend has some 20inch TSW's on his Caddy xlr, bot sure if they put spacers on tho. But hey, i got a small spacer on my front wheels, and i dont feel any difference in handling.

And like everyone says, TSW is a quality brand that has been around for awhile, really cant go wrong with them. 2 piece better then then one peice.

V8SLK · 12-11-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ynot

Not a fan of chrome either, gives me bad memories of the badly modded lowriders, but if that's what you want then do it. Those were the wheels I originally wanted but in silver. Since you have a dark car, I recommend gunmetal, it'll look sweet with your obs black. Not trying to sway you away from chrome but thought I might mention it so you know. Some chrome wheels tend to chip away it's finished in a year's time, if not carefully maintenance, they are almost always heavier (not an issue for you I guess). For the price, those are a bargain but I don't think it'll clear the brake calipers of the SLK55, they are not custom made wheels, so if it doesn't clear then you will need spacers, like dsb said, you want to avoid them.

I'm with dsb, I've never heard the bolts rusting, I've had my 3 piece racing hart for over a decade with no problems (if only racing harts makes wheels for MB's) but it could happen. They are metal bolts and we know metal can rust.

TSW's been around for awhile and have a great reputation, another reason I don't think they'll fit w/o spacers is because the spokes are flat from the center to the outer wheel, unlike my DCR, they are curved (arc) where the brake calipers are. So it's important to double check and if they don't fit, make sure they have a refund policy. Some wheels manufacturers/dealers don't refund after you mount it. Doesn't make sense as one has to mount it to know if it'll fit. I doubt if you'll have this problem with TSW.

Ynot... you sir were correct. the tsw's will not work because the spokes would hit the calipers. i checked around and found something that i like (a lot) and will work. i held the chrome and silver models up to the car and made a choice. i ordered 'em (19x8.5 and 19. 9.5) and got a set of the approproate size ps2's coming too! the owner of the tire shop has been a friend of mine for about 20 years and he's guaranteed the fit... any problems and they go back for a full refund.

i hope to be posting pix on thursday!

thanks again to everybody for your input and guidance!

Baron7700 · 12-11-2006

so did you get the chrome or the silver!?!?!

aloys · 12-12-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by V8SLK

wider tires and the more open look showing off the rotors and calipers (yeah... i have a brake fetish!)

..like that on THAT Car...

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etyu Founding Member #2 / Ambassador Of Good Will Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County, CA Vehicle: 2008 SLK 55 Posts: 5,306 Country: Thanks: 381 Thanked 283 Times in 174 Posts	Just from looks alone, I'm not sure if it's any better than the OEM wheels that you already have. Is there any other advantage? like they're significantly lighter than OEM? __________________ *Eddy* To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Pewter/Beige, PIII package, Airscarf, Hands-Free Communication System, Lighting package Designo Black Leather Cover on e-brake handle, ( To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Bill T), SmartTop v1.0, Kleyman 3BFM (NoRegret Custom), Green Air Filters, *Mod. R170 ant.*, EuroClear sidemarkers w/PIAA PlasmaIon lamps, chromed front & rear turn indicator lamps, PIAA SuperPlasmaGTX front parking lamps, bilateral rear fog lamps enabled.

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-1- Don Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia USA Vehicle: SLK 55 ///AMG The MON55TER on the block Posts: 2,231 Country: Thanks: 54 Thanked 57 Times in 41 Posts	Scott, I like the look of those wheels. The deep dish look with the wide lips is tough. They appear easy to maintain which is a big plus. Many don't like chrome. I think the chrome wheels would look great on you black SLK, better than the painted satin look. People talk weight. I don't think weight is a big issue on a passenger car. I'm still looking for a set of 19" wheels, can't seem to find anything I like. Good luck on your choice., __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. *----------------1-----------------* --------SLK 55 ///AMG--------- THE MON55TER ON THE BLOCK

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Tslick Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Long Beach, Ca Vehicle: SLK32 AMG Posts: 1,326 Country: Thanks: 75 Thanked 56 Times in 29 Posts	They would look real good on your car. The spokes are a little bit wider than mine for easier cleaning and showing off the brake disk and calipers. I'd be concerned with two piece rims. I've seen a lot of photos with rusted fasteners (nuts and washers on the back side) and it's hard to tell if the fasteners are high strength. You can always change out the fasteners. Last edited by Tslick; 06-10-2008 at 07:13 PM.

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dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,176 Country: Thanks: 67 Thanked 121 Times in 42 Posts	I'm among the group that doesn't like chrome but I really don't matter. Get what you like the most and YOU'LL be happy. FYI, 2 piece wheels are welded and the bolts are merely cosmetic. 3 piece wheels are actually assembled (functional bolts). I've never seen or heard of them rusting, but I guess it's possible. I hope you're in a situation that allows you to test the wheels on the car. Not all wheels are created the same. As in, just because the offset is correct, that doesn't mean the spokes will clear the large brake caliper. Just make sure the place you do business with take responsibility for the wheel order and will replace them if they don't fit right. The SLK55 is relatively new so some wheel manufacturers/shops may not have any experience with fitment. PS. Did you check to see if they have those sizes? I would recommend staying away from spacers if you can. If it's a necessity, try to keep it as thin as possible. __________________ SOLD! 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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aloys SLK World Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: in sight of Nuerburgring Vehicle: SLK 280 R171 tellursilver/shifter/blue leather Posts: 23 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Check these pages: http://www.mbslk.de/modules.php?op=m...&orderby=dateD Pictures show a wide range of rims used in and around Germany! Click on the picture to enlarge. On Top of the pic is the technical info. Not sure if all these rims are to be had in the US!

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alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,288 Country: Thanks: 298 Thanked 233 Times in 147 Posts	The pictures you posted of the chrome rims are decent, however paint them black and it will look way better. __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

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FPF422 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Buizingen - Belgium Vehicle: '05 SLK 350 - 7G Posts: 852 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I had these ones on my R170 http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...2FBlack+Accent and they were very easy to keep clean with their black interior, now if I had the money, I would probably go for these http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...Super+Polished or these http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...Standard+Model Tirerack has this nice little page where you can preview the rims on your car http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_gara...Standard+Model

12-09-2006	#13 (permalink)
heezyo2o Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: so cal Vehicle: 07 SLK350 Posts: 119 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Get these brabus rims Scott. They'll go well with your SC if you ever get it.

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V8SLK Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Home of the brave Vehicle: 05 SLK55 AMG Posts: 1,071 Country: Thanks: 40 Thanked 48 Times in 26 Posts	Ken, i do really like those. i priced 'em out at brabus the last time we hooked up. rims and tires $9,000.00.... too much for me right now. to everybody else that has supplied input, thank you. there have been a lot of good points made.

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heezyo2o Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: so cal Vehicle: 07 SLK350 Posts: 119 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Wow, I didn't know they were that much. Not really worth it at that price point.

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dsb Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NorCal Vehicle: '06 slk55 Posts: 1,176 Country: Thanks: 67 Thanked 121 Times in 42 Posts	I love those pics. Makes me want to go out and practice my photo skills. Too bad the weather is crap right now Pics seems to look so much better in low light/overcast vs sunny conditions. __________________ SOLD! 06 Mercedes Benz SLK55 Caspian Blue / Black & Ash *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.*

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Baron7700 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Pennyslvania Vehicle: 2006 Slk 350 Other Toys: Lots of ATV's Posts: 1,601 Country: Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	hey scott, I think the TSW's are a solid choice! My best friend has some 20inch TSW's on his Caddy xlr, bot sure if they put spacers on tho. But hey, i got a small spacer on my front wheels, and i dont feel any difference in handling. And like everyone says, TSW is a quality brand that has been around for awhile, really cant go wrong with them. 2 piece better then then one peice.

12-11-2006	#19 (permalink)
Baron7700 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Pennyslvania Vehicle: 2006 Slk 350 Other Toys: Lots of ATV's Posts: 1,601 Country: Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	so did you get the chrome or the silver!?!?!

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