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Old 08-24-2010, 11:52 AM
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Ive got a 2005 torch red GT and need some wheels

My First choice is
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...5&autoModClar=

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http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...5&autoModClar=

Those are my choices, also if i get a bigger wheel like an 18 or 19 wont i need to retune it so the speedo works right?
Im planing on doing a partial blackout, so i would like to stick to some darker wheels Im not a fan of all black wheels but maybe someone out there knows of a really good looking all black wheel if so please let me know

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Old 08-24-2010, 12:06 PM
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SABER! Looks awesome.

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Old 08-24-2010, 01:26 PM
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I'd probably go with the second ones, both are nice though. Anything but bullits!
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Old 08-24-2010, 01:50 PM
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I like both of your choices, very unique! I would prefer the second, Type 12 wheels if they where going on my car.

My understanding about having to re-tuning the speedo is if your overall tire and wheel height stays the same then no re-tuning of speedo is required. I beleive the stock tire height is ~27in.

For example: Currently I have 235x50x18, this equates to an overall 27.3 inch tire height. I can go with a 285x40x18, which equates to a overall 27.0 inch tire height and I would not have to change the speedo. I could also go with a 255x35x20, which also equates to a 27.0 inch height tire. I hope this helps.
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Old 08-24-2010, 02:14 PM
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Type 12's look sweet
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Old 08-24-2010, 02:22 PM
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i like a more traditional Mustang rim myself.
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Originally Posted by onederful100
i like a more traditional Mustang rim myself.
+1 not really a fan of either, but liking the second set more
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The first is a little too Transformerish for me....the second set isn't too bad.
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Old 08-24-2010, 03:40 PM
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Lean towards number 2, not a fan of hub covers that cover lugs, tend to nick up after changing or rotating wheels a couple of times.
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I think it depends on any other appearance modifications you want to do. If you want to keep the car stock looking, go with the Type 12 Machined. If you are adding a body kit, go with the Platinum Saber Machined.
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