Thank God this forum wasn't named Rims and Tires

:cool: :D It's a small victory for me.




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Originally posted by kick Z tail out
:cool: :D It's a small victory for me.




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Why is that a big deal? :confused:

Mike

You may have noticed that the description for the Appearance section had the word "rims" in it ever since it was started.

I never noticed the "error" and so I changed it and a couple of weeks ago when to "wheels".

I have had theodea for this forum in my head for a LONG time, though.

Originally posted by Mikey 97Z M6
Why is that a big deal? :confused:

A "rim" is not a "wheel". A rim is PART of a wheel.

Originally posted by Mikey 97Z M6
Why is that a big deal? :confused:

Mike

Nate, break out the pic.

Calling a wheel a "rim", is like calling a pen an "ink".

"Do you have an ink I can barrow" :lol:

Originally posted by Jilly
Nate, break out the pic.
You got it. :lol: :D You knew it was coming....


http://nate.cz28.com/images/00a.jpg

Some people have WAY too much time on their hands!:D :p

sheesh. when the wheel was invented it wasnt a "shiney metal" thing. It was something that you could roll and move stuff with. When I say "wheel" its the whole thing.....metal and rubber. The metal part i consider a rim because it isnt a complete 'wheel'. It mainly comes down to personal preference beause I dont think theres an official document that defines it all.

I love it :lol:

Originally posted by FLyinlow89
sheesh. when the wheel was invented it wasnt a "shiney metal" thing. It was something that you could roll and move stuff with.
When the wheel was invented there was no tire on it. :p

:lol:

This sounds like a job for Webster.

Main Entry: rim
Pronunciation: 'rim
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English rima; akin to Old Norse rimi strip of land
1 a : BRINK b : the outer often curved or circular edge or border of something
2 a : the outer part of a wheel joined to the hub usually by spokes b : a removable outer metal band on an automobile wheel to which the tire is attached
Main Entry: wheel
Pronunciation: 'hwE(&)l, 'wE(&)l
Function: noun
Usage: often attributive
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English hweogol, hwEol; akin to Old Norse hvEl wheel, Greek kyklos circle, wheel, Skt cakra, Latin colere to cultivate, inhabit, Sanskrit carati he moves, wanders
1 : a circular frame of hard material that may be solid, partly solid, or spoked and that is capable of turning on an axle
2 : a contrivance or apparatus having as its principal part a wheel: as a : a chiefly medieval instrument of torture designed for mutilating a victim (as by stretching or disjointing) b : BICYCLE c : any of many revolving disks or drums used as gambling paraphernalia d : POTTER's wheel e : STEERING WHEEL
3 a : an imaginary turning wheel symbolizing the inconstancy of fortune b : a recurring course, development, or action : CYCLE
4 : something resembling a wheel in shape or motion: as a : a round flat cheese b : a firework that rotates while burning c : a propeller on a boat
5 a : a curving or circular movement b : a rotation or turn usually about an axis or center; specifically : a turning movement of troops or ships in line in which the units preserve alignment and relative positions as they change direction
6 a : a moving or essential part of something compared to a machine <the wheels of government> b : a directing or controlling force c : a person of importance especially in an organization <a big wheel>
7 : the refrain or burden of a song
8 a : a circuit of theaters or places of entertainment b : a sports leagueThat should pretty much clear things up.:thumb:

BTW What kind of rims should I get for my car:eek:

Originally posted by kick Z tail out
When the wheel was invented there was no tire on it. :p

My comment wa sin reference to the pic which stated a wheel is strictly metal

:D :D
Originally posted by FLyinlow89
My comment wa sin reference to the pic which stated a wheel is strictly metal
Oh yeah? Where exactly did you find that pic?

:confused:

I saw no reference to what materials it was made out of. I made that pic muh self. I simply stated that one was shiney, and one wasn't. Which would be true if you look at the picture. :p

Nowhere does it say "wheels are strictly manufactured out of cold rolled alluminum or steel."

You can make yourself some wheels out of bubblegum, but if you call it a rim, I'll still slap you. ;)

sorry....i meant that a wheel is "the shiney part" didnt mean to strike a nerve. i can see this is a very serious and personal topic for you and I should treat it as such

Wow...this can't be turning into a flame war, can it?

Easy everyone, this is all in fun, I can assure you. :)

Originally posted by FLyinlow89
sorry....i meant that a wheel is "the shiney part" didnt mean to strike a nerve. i can see this is a very serious and personal topic for you and I should treat it as such
See? Jason knows I'm just playing around with this. It's no big deal.. I just find it funny. :D But I am annoyed with the people that use the juvenile, Master P-ish, bling bling term "rims" when describing a wheel. ;)


The only reason I'm quoting you so much is because you're not making much sense, and I'm having difficulty trying to figure out what position you are taking. ;) :p

flyinlow89, i like those Eagle 185's. they look very similar to the C6 Vette wheels

Originally posted by kick Z tail out
See? Jason knows I'm just playing around with this. It's no big deal.. I just find it funny. :D But I am annoyed with the people that use the juvenile, Master P-ish, bling bling term "rims" when describing a wheel. ;)


The only reason I'm quoting you so much is because you're not making much sense, and I'm having difficulty trying to figure out what position you are taking. ;) :p

So when you hear of someone building a motor,,, you assume they're building an electric motor, even though 'engines' have been called motors for decades?

Or better yet, you read a reference to someone bangin' through the gears you think of some guy in a shop wailling on a transmission with a sledge hammer..... LOL.... ;)

I'm just messin' with ya.... :D I think it's interesting how certain things annoy different people. I call it slang myself, some people dig it, some don't. Personally it's irrelevant to me. :)

Mike

Originally posted by kick Z tail out
See? Jason knows I'm just playing around with this. It's no big deal.. I just find it funny. :D But I am annoyed with the people that use the juvenile, Master P-ish, bling bling term "rims" when describing a wheel. ;)


The only reason I'm quoting you so much is because you're not making much sense, and I'm having difficulty trying to figure out what position you are taking. ;) :p

Im not making sense? Im just saying i dont know what the big deal is. I see a wheel as the whole thing....including tires. I just didnt know it makes me sound 'juvenile' and it offends people when i say 'rim' instead of wheel

Originally posted by mkent
flyinlow89, i like those Eagle 185's. they look very similar to the C6 Vette wheels

thanks...I really like them too and theyre probably the cheapest 17" rim out lol. The only thing is that they dont come wider than 8" and i think they dont look that great from angles coz they dont fill up the wheel well. Which is why im buying 17x11" TTIIs this summer

Originally posted by FLyinlow89
thanks...I really like them too and theyre probably the cheapest 17" rim out lol. The only thing is that they dont come wider than 8" and i think they dont look that great from angles coz they dont fill up the wheel well. Which is why im buying 17x11" TTIIs this summer
TTII's are nice. about 20 minutes ago i just purchased a set of 2001 chrome vette wheels. i like the thin-spoke look and for the price there isn't an aftermarket wheel out there i could have had that look as good!
i really like that 89GTA too, i've never seen a gunmetal one i actually liked but yours is so clean

Originally posted by Mikey 97Z M6
So when you hear of someone building a motor,,, you assume they're building an electric motor, even though 'engines' have been called motors for decades? AMEN! Someone shares this common thought with me! I even use that slang term for engines every once in a while when just goofing around - but when it gets serious - its an engine.

e.g. WOW! He's got a big motor (said in a funny voice usually - as in reference to an engine with a blower, big cam...you know the type).

I'm gonna have to rebuild my engine - it's not holding any oil pressure. - or - What size engine is in your car. (Although with all these new hybrids - I guess it WILL become - so - what size motor you got under the hood there buddy? Is that a Reliance Electric 2XP44M?

Sorry - just noting my feelings since everyone else got too. :D

Man...you guys are too damn uptight.

Call it motor, call it mill, call it whatever. Call it "rim". Heck, when you are having new tires put on, call it a "rim job" for all I care.

Just don't eat my pizza or drink my beer and there really isn't any thing else that really matters, right?

(Wow...I have been hanging around Johnny Ray too much.)

Originally posted by 94BlackBowtie
Sorry - just noting my feelings since everyone else got too. :D
That's another thing I hate.... When people use the incorrect spelling of the word they're looking for! :mad:

to - too
their - there - they're
hear - here

etc etc ;) :D


This thread should be a sticky ;)

Originally posted by kick Z tail out
This thread should be a sticky ;)

You should drink one of my beers and mellow out. Forget what I said earlier about not drinking it.

Originally posted by JasonD
You should drink one of my beers and mellow out. Forget what I said earlier about not drinking it.
Beer is horrible. :D

Originally posted by JasonD
You should drink one of my beers and mellow out. Forget what I said earlier about not drinking it. Why - then he wouldn't feel it when I decided to kick his butt. :mad:

I think this thread should be a sticky to! ;)

Originally posted by 94BlackBowtie
Why - then he wouldn't feel it when I decided to kick his butt. :mad:

I think this thread should be a sticky to! ;)
:D

Well, this got retarded rather quickly.

:D

Originally posted by Jilly
Well, this got retarded rather quickly.

:D

It's not retarded anymore it's "handicapped" !!:D :p

Just thought i would add to this ridiculous post. :)

Originally posted by bigde4u
It's not retarded anymore it's "handicapped" !!:D :p

Just thought i would add to this ridiculous post. :) I not "i"!!!

Originally posted by Jilly
Well, this got retarded rather quickly.
See - now here is a perfect use for a :yes: smiley...just opposite of the no smiley with a smile instead of a frown.

Did you see this thread in the "Appearance Section" Nate?
Stripped rims...Need help (http://web.camaross.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=247501) :D (sorry vtalleyf)

Originally posted by 94BlackBowtie
Did you see this thread in the "Appearance Section" Nate?
Stripped rims...Need help (http://web.camaross.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=247501) :D (sorry vtalleyf)

I think you covered it nicely. :D

Originally posted by Jilly
I think you covered it nicely. :D
:D I agree

Originally posted by 94BlackBowtie
I not "i"!!!

No it's "I" not I! LOL:p :D

Originally posted by jawzforlife
Calling a wheel a "rim", is like calling a pen an "ink".

"Do you have an ink I can barrow" :lol:

Yeah but always remember.......

Your pen is no good without ink and your wheel is no good without a rim! ;) :p

Hmmm..........I searched for "rim job" and this thread came up.......:think:

Who said that!:p


Glad to see a couple more sections of the board were created.:)