I think I have decided to powdercoat my original GT350 wheels and get the stripes painted to match. This is the color I am leaning towards - Wizard Red over Super Chrome. Stipes would be the stock size with a black accent stripe on either side.
I checked mine today and I am seeing the same thing you are...never really noticed it until now because I just never had a reason to just push in the clutch and watch the RPM's. I think this is standard operation
I would love to see a 5 spoke wheel - I like plain & simple but most of all, easy to clean. I don't like all the edges, spokes, ledges, steps to clean.
Greymetal wheels look great!!! Awesome writeup, especially for those of us researching / contemplating new wheels and tires; yet another choice to consider. The price is a great plus since most of the wheel / tire combos I have been looking at are $5k+.
Why did you go with 40 series instead...