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Thread: FS: Mini 15" Wheels!

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    Quote Originally Posted by LetItMarinate View Post
    Thank you very much for doing that!!! I would of never thought Amtrak does that but it makes sense. KC isn't far and I am planning on going up in a couple weeks!
    Yah, surprised me too. They said it would take about 4 days from PDX to KC. The one limitation is that when it arrives at it's destination you have 48hrs to pick up your package(s) after it arrives. After 48hrs they charge $5 per box per day "storage" fee. Some train stations can even handle pallet loaded cargo (PDX can but KC can't-no forklift). The only reason I even thought about Amtrak because I remember reading awhile back they have a contract with USPS to carry parcel post packages on the East Coast so I thought maybe they handle freight also. If you were shipping something bulky but not too heavy cross country their rates aren't based on mileage, just the flat weight fees. Interesting.


    Last edited by inuvik; 08-22-2019 at 09:24 PM. Reason: clarification

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    Quote Originally Posted by LetItMarinate View Post
    Have you ever tried Greyhound?? I can't seem to get an online quote
    Yep, its more expensive than Fastenal and a nightmare because you are dealing with a ticket taker at the counter. At least the guys at Fastenal are used to dealing with pallets.

    The other great thing about Fastenal is that you need no packaging. No boxes, no labels, no nothing. You just take it there, unload it, and watch them shrink wrap it onto a pallet. So awesome.
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    $200 C'mon localish guys.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Alex1a1f View Post
    $200 C'mon localish guys.
    I'm trying to find a post where you describe these Mini rims - the installation, any issues with fit, how they ride, etc.

    This is a good set of wheels and would be a good place to start for anyone looking to make some changes to their Mirage.

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    FYI, the OE MINI wheels in this style are a 15x5.5 with a +45 offset. They're 4X100 and should bolt right up.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Alex1a1f View Post
    Thanks! They're a steal so it's disheartening. The two winter tires alone are almost this much.

    I'll be in MN in July if anyone is close!
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    Quote Originally Posted by inuvik View Post
    PM’ing you.
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    Still for sale! $200 for 6 rims and tires!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Alex1a1f View Post
    Still for sale! $200 for 6 rims and tires!
    Got any pics? I'm still interested if you want to ship on Greyhound
    Shake and bake baby

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    Quote Originally Posted by Top_Fuel View Post
    This is one penny-pinching automotive forum...that's for sure. I tried selling wheels/tires on here but ended up taking them to eBay when I got no interest. They sold there in a few days.
    Yep. I am sticking with the steelies for life


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