Welcome RR... neighbor!
Be sure to check out the Regional Forums -
South Western, for upcoming meets (check the "sticky" threads at the top of that page. This is a great opportunity to meet some of your forum mates, look at what we've done and talk it all out. Next meet is Jan 14th... less than 2 weeks to go. We're meeting in Irvine then cruising together (as best we can) to San Diego. There will be a group coming in from AZ as well... so far over 70 cars and could go over 80 when all is said and done. Post in
this thread if you're interested in joining us, or send me or
fatchance a PM.
As for your wheel question... upgrading the brakes is not something commonly done by our members, but you'll probably get a much quicker and more detailed response if you post in the
Wheel Forum, or
Brakes Forum... good luck!