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11-30-2008, 12:26 PM

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Rubrignitz

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S197shockwave - what wheel, tire and offset are you running? it looks like a 295-305/35 with incorrect offset.

11-30-2008, 12:29 PM

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PennState

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18" black bullits are the sexiest rims alive.

11-30-2008, 12:40 PM

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Toy4Bob

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I really wanted polished bullets for awhile, but then came across these and decided to "dare to be different". 18x9 godspeed from cruizinconcepts.

11-30-2008, 12:43 PM

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Toy4Bob

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Quote:

Originally Posted by s197shockwave

That looks like a similar stance as mine (see above). I would like to lower, but was concerned about rubbing since the rear hangs out past the fender.

What springs did you use, and any problems? Did you also use an adjustable panhard?

11-30-2008, 12:43 PM

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Rubrignitz

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I wish every company would publish their rim weights but they won't which leaves me a narrow margin of choice.

11-30-2008, 12:52 PM

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s197shockwave

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heres a pic of the side.

Rubrignitz- the wheels are 94-04 offset, and the tires are Nitto 285/40/18, they run a bit wider then other 285s. I like the 22+mm offset, it gives a mean stance to the car, the driver wheel/tire does come out a bit, but that is do to the stock panhard bar moving the rear end out to the drivers side. I just ordered an adjustable panhard bar to correct this.

Toy4bob- the car does not rub, i have the Eibach pro kit on. also after i get my adjustable panhard barand center my rear end i am planning on lowering it more.

11-30-2008, 01:05 PM

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zporta

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those saleens are lookin mean...

11-30-2008, 01:44 PM

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Analyzer52

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Rubrignitz

I've been looking at several brands of 18's.. juggling the weight/price issue. I want something fairly lightweight but can be replaced inexpensively when they get curb rash (cause you're GOING to get curb rash undoubtedly).

The Shelby torq-thrust's come in a 10'' rear diameter and only weigh 25/26 lbs. which is fairly light for a 9/10'' wide rim. And they look great in anthracite with my alloy colored stang. Those will be my next wheels.

How much do the Konig's weigh? Those would look great too. Do they come in a 10'' wide rim?

Ahh no you only get crab rash when you hit the curb which can be avoided with care.