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Old May 3, 2008 | 12:08 AM
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Default Need opinion on my new wheels

Well, they aren't new, but they are new to me. They are 2005 GT 17" wheels. I bought these the other day from a guy locally for $320. The reason I got them was because I like Torque thrusts and they kinda look like TT's. Anyway, another reason was because of the 6 1/4" offset. The rears fit perfect and will never rub like my current wheels with the 4 3/4" offset. The only bad thing is having to run 2" spacers on the front. I ordered the spacers already and should be here next week. I tried 1 1/2" and the rims were touching the upper ball joint. I know they look different from my 18's. I just want to know your opinions, good or bad. Be truthful.
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Old May 3, 2008 | 12:11 AM
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is it really 6.25" backspacing???? i thought it was 5.72

cause i have those same wheels (05) and i have to run 1 " spacers in back and 2" in the front.
Old May 3, 2008 | 12:14 AM
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man your car has the same problem as mine, dune buggy disease
Old May 3, 2008 | 12:21 AM
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Here is a pic.
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Old May 3, 2008 | 12:23 AM
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[align=left]No kidding. I have about 1/4 mile before I reach pavement from the house.
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man your car has the same problem as mine, dune buggy disease
Old May 3, 2008 | 12:26 AM
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dang that explains the 2 inchers up front...[>:]

but hopefully my friend will sell me his vintage 45s soon
Old May 3, 2008 | 12:34 AM
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I'm not a big fan. Sorry, I think they should be tuck in more. It distracts you eye from the lines of the car.
Old May 3, 2008 | 04:03 AM
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Hey VF,
Just wanted to chime in here... I like the ones you've got already. I think the 05s are not up to the caliber of your car. The other rims just go so well with the car...which is awesome, by the way.
Old May 3, 2008 | 07:12 AM
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I like em , Im planing to do the same thing with my 70 if I ever get it finished. Im not too sure about howthe spacers will do though
Old May 3, 2008 | 09:43 AM
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I dont like them.make the car look dirty.

Do something different.Paint the spokes white[&:]



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