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projekt_s13 · 06-02-2008, 05:40 AM

I recently painted my rims a gunmetal with a bunch of rainbow flake. I have been told numerous times that im gonna get pulled over for them.

So my question is are rims with pearl/flake illegal?
I was told that they are a distraction, which is somewhat similar to the reason neon underglow is illegal (not that i would rock that shit)

Heres a picture of them so you guys can see for yourselves.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

BTW Dont mind the junk tires, i didnt mask them cuz they are getting replaced.

ALTRNTV · 06-02-2008, 05:42 AM

Like the sun bouncing off chrome rims isn't a distraction.

I'd rock that.

Matej · 06-02-2008, 05:45 AM

Mount neon green strobe lights inside the wheel.

lflkajfj12123 · 06-02-2008, 05:57 AM

so colorful wheels are illegal?

but spinners aren't?

doubt it

***S14DB*** · 06-02-2008, 07:18 AM

Chrome wheels aren't illegal and would reflect/refract more than those. That would be my argument if a cop wanted to be a dick to me about them.

Neons emit light and that's why they go after people with them.

jrmiller84 · 06-02-2008, 08:38 AM

Neon's usually aren't a problem unless they are the same color emergency vehicles use or cops use, ie red or blue. Your rims are fine.

EDacIouSX · 06-02-2008, 08:43 AM

whoever told you that they are illegal is stupid and should be thrown in jail for being dumb because i declared that it is illegal to be dumb and free... lol

theicecreamdan · 06-02-2008, 09:22 AM

somebody is jealous

**ThatGuy** · 06-02-2008, 09:26 AM

STOCK Mustang Cobras from 1996 and up must be highly illegal. The whole car changes color thanks to BASF "Mystic" paint.

Go back and find the guy who told you it was illegal, and kick him in the balls, numerous times.

ripnbst · 06-02-2008, 09:39 AM

Those wheels are sweet. And very not illegal.

*exitspeed* · 06-02-2008, 09:40 AM

That paint finish is hot.

I don't think it's illegal. It damn well shouldn't be at least.

240trainee · 06-02-2008, 09:47 AM

Nah, that shit isn't illegal.

Might get you pulled though, hahahaha, but I doubt it.

womenbeshoppin · 06-02-2008, 09:54 AM

Unless they write tickets for Ballin' out of control, then your pretty safe.

kyoru · 06-02-2008, 09:54 AM

lol yeah it's legal, otherwise a lot of chrome freaks would be comlpaining about the tickets

BustedS13 · 06-02-2008, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by womenbeshoppin

Unless they write tickets for Ballin' out of control, then your pretty safe.

that sums it up.

*exitspeed* · 06-02-2008, 10:33 AM

swiftdrift · 06-02-2008, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by exitspeed

Amen to that!

LeftNutOfGowd · 06-02-2008, 11:09 AM

I think you should be FINE

Looks like only if you have the neon or the other stuff listed there

Quote:

Unlawful Vehicle Modifications

Under traffic laws in most states, drivers may be given a traffic ticket for operating a vehicle that has been modified in violation of laws that regulate vehicle specifications and vehicle equipment. Examples of vehicle modifications that may result in a traffic ticket include:

Addition of non-standard lighting (neon lights, under-vehicle lights),
Alteration or removal of air pollution and emissions control device
Modification of vehicle ground clearance ("lowered" or "raised" vehicles),
Removal of mufflers and other sound-control devices, and
Window tinting (especially tinting of windshield or driver/front passenger side windows).

An unlawfully-modified vehicle can receive a traffic ticket for a mechanical violation. In some states, citations for certain unlawful vehicle modifications are considered "fix-it" tickets or "correctable violations." In California, for example, if you are given a "fix-it" ticket by a police officer, "yes" will be checked next to "Correctable Violation", and after the problem is fixed (i.e. you remove illegal under-car lights), you must get the signature of an authorized person (i.e. a local law enforcement officer) on the "Certificate of Correction" portion of the ticket. If you are issued a "fix-it" ticket for an unlawful vehicle modification in your state, read the ticket to determine whether you can mail the proof of correction, rather than taking it to court.
If the court accepts your correction, the case will be dismissed. But, if you fail to fix the problem within a short time after you receive a "fix-it" ticket, you will need to pay the fine for the unlawful vehicle modification, and you may be issued another ticket which will go on your record.

http://public.findlaw.com/traffic-ti...ification.html

azndoc · 06-02-2008, 11:23 AM

Yeah go bitch slap whoever told you that trash of a info.

thestreetzking · 06-02-2008, 11:41 AM

ive been pulled over for my neon green wheels..

only to be told they look awesome haha your fine trust me, im that guy who changes his wheel color every week, ive had rainbow flake and such, was never a problem

projekt_s13 · 06-02-2008, 12:04 PM

Well thanks for the replies, the reason i actually believed it was because i was told by one of the employees at Neds auto body. He said that its happend before on some chameleon paint 24's. Dudes were probably doing something wrong, or got profiled and the cop used that as an excuse. So im gonna say its false.

*EDIT* Im out of rep, i will hit up all the people that contributed in 24 hours.

I loved the motivation poster, lol

redrums13 · 06-02-2008, 12:16 PM

That shit ain't illegal. The paint finish is sick, reminds me the titanium burnt tips on some exhausts.

an_orange_s2k · 06-02-2008, 12:16 PM

when did paint become illegal?

*downshift_sideways* · 06-02-2008, 12:19 PM

Nahhh James...aint illegal at all homie. Punch that guy in the face at Ned's Auto.

Can't wait to see these rims in person

You rolling out this way in the coupe today?

SW20Racer · 06-02-2008, 12:22 PM

my wheels are day-glo PINK and the cops actually bother me less now.

they just chuckle and watch me go by.

probably afraid ill start bitching about profiling if they DID pull me over....

projekt_s13 · 06-02-2008, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by downshift_sideways

Nahhh James...aint illegal at all homie. Punch that guy in the face at Ned's Auto.

Can't wait to see these rims in person

You rolling out this way in the coupe today?

Nah, my registration is expired, i need to get smogged. Im gonna head out there in my uncles audi

*exitspeed* · 06-02-2008, 12:43 PM

MOAR cause I'm BOARED.

projekt_s13 · 06-02-2008, 12:56 PM

hahahah yep yep

MikeisNissan · 06-02-2008, 12:58 PM

yeah I don't know why you thought you would get pulled over for this..

ESmorz · 06-02-2008, 01:09 PM

Because when the sun hits them it's gonna look like rainbow Jesus is coming out of his wheels.

Paint my wheels! haha

06-02-2008, 05:40 AM	#1
projekt_s13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chico/Pittsburg, CA Age: 35 Posts: 2,801 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: projekt_s13 Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Question about flashy wheels. I recently painted my rims a gunmetal with a bunch of rainbow flake. I have been told numerous times that im gonna get pulled over for them. So my question is are rims with pearl/flake illegal? I was told that they are a distraction, which is somewhat similar to the reason neon underglow is illegal (not that i would rock that shit) Heres a picture of them so you guys can see for yourselves. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks BTW Dont mind the junk tires, i didnt mask them cuz they are getting replaced. __________________

06-02-2008, 07:18 AM	#5
*S14DB* AFC #1 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 昨晩あなたのお母さんの家 Posts: 20,181 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Chrome wheels aren't illegal and would reflect/refract more than those. That would be my argument if a cop wanted to be a dick to me about them. Neons emit light and that's why they go after people with them. __________________ Comments should be taken as Opinions not as Statements of Fact

06-02-2008, 08:38 AM	#6
jrmiller84 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gainesville, FL Age: 36 Posts: 1,021 Trader Rating: (2) Rides Gallery: jrmiller84 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Neon's usually aren't a problem unless they are the same color emergency vehicles use or cops use, ie red or blue. Your rims are fine. __________________ BitDestroyer.com

06-02-2008, 09:26 AM	#9
ThatGuy Admin Asshole Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Retired Age: 41 Posts: 20,394 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: ThatGuy Feedback Score: 0 reviews	STOCK Mustang Cobras from 1996 and up must be highly illegal. The whole car changes color thanks to BASF "Mystic" paint. Go back and find the guy who told you it was illegal, and kick him in the balls, numerous times. __________________ "Speak softly,..." -Pres. Teddy Roosevelt "Be polite, be professional, ..." -Gen. James Mattis

06-02-2008, 09:39 AM	#10
ripnbst Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tulsa, OK Age: 34 Posts: 814 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Those wheels are sweet. And very not illegal. __________________ In the market for a Clean Coupe

06-02-2008, 05:42 AM	#2
ALTRNTV Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Western Conference Posts: 9,429 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Like the sun bouncing off chrome rims isn't a distraction. I'd rock that.

06-02-2008, 05:45 AM	#3
Matej Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: N/A Posts: 9,423 Trader Rating: (39) Feedback Score: 39 reviews	Mount neon green strobe lights inside the wheel.

06-02-2008, 05:57 AM	#4
lflkajfj12123 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 　　　　　　　　 Posts: 8,480 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	so colorful wheels are illegal? but spinners aren't? doubt it

06-02-2008, 08:43 AM	#7
EDacIouSX Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Los Angeles Age: 35 Posts: 4,527 Trader Rating: (53) Rides Gallery: EDacIouSX Feedback Score: 53 reviews	whoever told you that they are illegal is stupid and should be thrown in jail for being dumb because i declared that it is illegal to be dumb and free... lol

06-02-2008, 09:40 AM	#11
exitspeed aWingThing.com Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Milwaukee, WI Age: 41 Posts: 20,898 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	That paint finish is hot. I don't think it's illegal. It damn well shouldn't be at least. __________________ What I do for a living...www.mhrussell.com

06-02-2008, 09:47 AM	#12
240trainee Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Age: 34 Posts: 3,861 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Nah, that shit isn't illegal. Might get you pulled though, hahahaha, but I doubt it. __________________ Team Pterodactyl SHARK ATTACK!!! LookoutDrift

06-02-2008, 09:54 AM	#13
womenbeshoppin Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Orange county Age: 34 Posts: 614 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Unless they write tickets for Ballin' out of control, then your pretty safe.

06-02-2008, 09:54 AM	#14
kyoru Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 880 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	lol yeah it's legal, otherwise a lot of chrome freaks would be comlpaining about the tickets __________________

06-02-2008, 10:33 AM	#16
exitspeed aWingThing.com Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Milwaukee, WI Age: 41 Posts: 20,898 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	__________________ What I do for a living...www.mhrussell.com

06-02-2008, 11:23 AM	#19
azndoc Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles Age: 39 Posts: 9,487 Trader Rating: (47) Rides Gallery: azndoc Feedback Score: 47 reviews	Yeah go bitch slap whoever told you that trash of a info.

06-02-2008, 11:41 AM	#20
thestreetzking Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2007 Location: New York Age: 33 Posts: 473 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ive been pulled over for my neon green wheels.. only to be told they look awesome haha your fine trust me, im that guy who changes his wheel color every week, ive had rainbow flake and such, was never a problem

06-02-2008, 12:04 PM	#21
projekt_s13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chico/Pittsburg, CA Age: 35 Posts: 2,801 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: projekt_s13 Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Well thanks for the replies, the reason i actually believed it was because i was told by one of the employees at Neds auto body. He said that its happend before on some chameleon paint 24's. Dudes were probably doing something wrong, or got profiled and the cop used that as an excuse. So im gonna say its false. EDIT Im out of rep, i will hit up all the people that contributed in 24 hours. I loved the motivation poster, lol __________________ Last edited by projekt_s13; 06-02-2008 at 12:26 PM..

06-02-2008, 12:16 PM	#22
redrums13 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northridge, CA Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Illegal? That shit ain't illegal. The paint finish is sick, reminds me the titanium burnt tips on some exhausts.

06-02-2008, 12:16 PM	#23
an_orange_s2k Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: SF Bay Area - Mile High Denver Posts: 1,555 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	when did paint become illegal?

06-02-2008, 12:19 PM	#24
downshift_sideways No Limit Soldier. Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Hayward CA, San Gabriel CA Age: 34 Posts: 5,550 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: downshift_sideways Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Nahhh James...aint illegal at all homie. Punch that guy in the face at Ned's Auto. Can't wait to see these rims in person You rolling out this way in the coupe today? __________________ allntrlundrgrnd: "you never really appreciate your parents fridge until you look into your own and its full of condiments only"

06-02-2008, 12:22 PM	#25
SW20Racer Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Beaumont Age: 36 Posts: 1,633 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	my wheels are day-glo PINK and the cops actually bother me less now. they just chuckle and watch me go by. probably afraid ill start bitching about profiling if they DID pull me over....

06-02-2008, 12:43 PM	#27
exitspeed aWingThing.com Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Milwaukee, WI Age: 41 Posts: 20,898 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	MOAR cause I'm BOARED. __________________ What I do for a living...www.mhrussell.com

06-02-2008, 12:56 PM	#28
projekt_s13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chico/Pittsburg, CA Age: 35 Posts: 2,801 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: projekt_s13 Feedback Score: 5 reviews	hahahah yep yep __________________

06-02-2008, 12:58 PM	#29
MikeisNissan Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Earth, Section 301 Posts: 3,730 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	yeah I don't know why you thought you would get pulled over for this.. __________________ 因果関係の流れ

06-02-2008, 01:09 PM	#30
ESmorz Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: It Looks Like A Dong Posts: 6,902 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Because when the sun hits them it's gonna look like rainbow Jesus is coming out of his wheels. Paint my wheels! haha __________________

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