Thank God this forum wasn't named Rims and Tires

[kick Z tail out]

It's a small victory for me.

[Mikey 97Z M6]

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

Why is that a big deal?

Mike

[JasonD]

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?

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

[Jilly]

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

Mike

Nate, break out the pic.

[jawzforlife]

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

"Do you have an ink I can barrow"

[kick Z tail out]

Originally posted by Jilly
Nate, break out the pic.

You got it. You knew it was coming....


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

[bigde4u]

Some people have WAY too much time on their hands!

[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 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.

[93Z286Speed]

I love it

[kick Z tail out]

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.

[CscottsSS]

[mullettour]

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 league

That should pretty much clear things up.

BTW What kind of rims should I get for my car

[FLyinlow89]

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

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

[kick Z tail out]

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?



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.

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.

[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