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Yuta Akaishi

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The many faces of 18″ GTV02

A couple months ago, we took a closer look at the differing face structures of the GTV01 wheels. Today will we doing the same with the GTV02 wheels – concentrating on the 18″ sizes. First up is the 18×8 +35, an OEM replacement size wheel for many late model cars, this is a very versatile …

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A closer look at 17×9 GTV02

Today we will be taking a look at a very specific size and model of 17×9 GTV02. The widest GTV series wheel available in the 17″ diameter, this size is available in the 5×114.3 bolt pattern and three offsets, +22, +38 and +45. First up is the 17×9 +22 in Phantom Silver, the +22 size …

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Tanabe springs in Super GT

Tanabe springs have been used world wide on everything from minivans to full fledged race cars, today we would like to show you the springs that Tanabe manufactures for the Keihin Real Racing HSV that is campaigned in Super GT. Related Images:

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GTV Series wheels in Japan

Today we have a gallery of SSR GTV series wheels in Japan, these photos were all gathered from Minkara and the credit goes to their respective owners. Found on luxury sedans To circuit hatchbacks Related Images:

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New Carmate Interior Dress Up Part for Prius

Carmate, Japan’s most popular automotive accessory brand has recently released an exciting new interior storage solution for the 2010 and newer Prius. The Console Tray, a very simple part that can make a world of difference for anybody who: • Drives a Prius • Enjoys an easily accessible beverage • Enjoys music • Carries a …

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SSR Wheels at Autocon Los Angeles 2014

Autocon Los Angeles 2014 was last weekend, a very nice indoor event despite it being a beautiful day (you can’ t plan for these things), we spotted quite a few SSR Wheels at the event so here they are! Through the lens of Sean at Narita Dog Fight Related Images:

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A closer look at “FWD size” GTV02s.

Today we will be looking at some of the smaller sized GTV02s, sizes that are commonly used on popular sports compact cars such as Civics, Integras, Miatas, Sentras etc. First up is the GTV02 in 15×7 +35. This wheel is available in the 4×100, and is a very popular size. All 15″ and 16″ wheels …

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Super GT Round 1, Okayama Circuit pt. 2

Continuing where we left off last week, here are the remainder of the photos from Super GT Round 1 at Okayama International Circuit. Related Images:

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Super GT Round 1, Okayama Circuit pt. 1

Super GT held their season opener this past weekend at Okayama International Circuit. Here are some photos from the race, results can be seen at http://www.supergt.net Related Images:

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A close look at the GTV03

Last week we ran a post on the different spoke designs, face structures of GTV01 wheels. Today we will take a closer look at the GTV03. Here we have an 18×9.0 +35 in Flat Black The styling of this wheel emphasizes bold, distinct lines that accentuate modern cars very well. The GTV03 does not show …

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