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Old Oct 8, 2008 | 10:57 AM
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I have had my mind set on getting some black shelby razors for awhile but wasn't going to order them until the spring. Was initial going to go with 18 in directly from shelby. But found the other day that Late Model Restoration is selling sets in 18s and 20s for way cheaper than could ever get from shelby. The thing is though for some reason the a set of 20s is $130 cheaper than the 18s. Why? I don't know. I will put the same size tire on all around so can rotate but looking for some help on what size to get. The thing I'm worried about with 20s is the ride comfort and to a lesser degree loss of power and mpg. Heres a pic of the car right now just for reference.

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Old Oct 8, 2008 | 11:02 AM
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unless you are going to do a body kit id go with 18's
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 11:08 AM
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Get some 18s and lower your car. It'll look great...
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 11:09 AM
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Depends where you live. Up north there are frost heaves and pot holes.

If you have smooth roads get the 20's.
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 11:46 AM
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18's .
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 12:06 PM
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18x9's wearing 255/45's all the way around.

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Old Oct 8, 2008 | 01:33 PM
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20s for looks
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 01:39 PM
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Go with the 18"s I have the razors in 18" but I went with a staggered look.

American Racing Razors - front: 40mm offset
American Racing Razors - rear: 24mm offset
Nitto 555 Extreme - front: 255/45 R18
Nitto 555 Extreme - rear: 285/40 R18

Old Oct 8, 2008 | 01:41 PM
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18's...and staggered FTW
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 02:02 PM
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18's are perfect when you hit 20 it starts looking a little bit excessive



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