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Tungsten Gray, yep. Pypes for sure, Violaters I think. Very nice neighborhood friendly sound.
The engine compartment told me the car had been taken care of. Nice, clean, stock engine was what I was looking for. I'm not much on buying a modded car unless I know who did the mods, and how well they were done.
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From the pics you posted, you can definitely tell just how well the previous owner took very good care of your 06 GT.. From the exterior and engine bay, the car still appears to look as though she just rolled off the showroom floor IMO..
In the meantime, I really hope you enjoy your new ride for many great years yet to come.. Congrats
Tungsten Gray, yep. Pypes for sure, Violaters I think. Very nice neighborhood friendly sound.
The engine compartment told me the car had been taken care of. Nice, clean, stock engine was what I was looking for. I'm not much on buying a modded car unless I know who did the mods, and how well they were done.
Is it lowered too? Looks lower than stock, or maybe the early S197s just didn't have as much wheel gap as the 10-14s?
Patrick, it's not lowered. I think, like Rocky says, the 18's fill that 4X4 gap a little better. So far the first things is to get everything changed, fluids, filters, etc. I changes my first ever serpentine belt yesterday, cleaned the throttle body and MAF. After that's done I'm going to play it by ear to see which direction the mood sends me.
The wife has had Mustangs since 2010. I wanted my own to play with. She's a very good sport to allow me to further my addiction.
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Patrick, it's not lowered. I think, like Rocky says, the 18's fill that 4X4 gap a little better. So far the first things is to get everything changed, fluids, filters, etc. I changes my first ever serpentine belt yesterday, cleaned the throttle body and MAF. After that's done I'm going to play it by ear to see which direction the mood sends me.
The wife has had Mustangs since 2010. I wanted my own to play with. She's a very good sport to allow me to further my addiction.
What tire size are your 18's ? I forgot to ask..Thanks and don't ever let your wife get away, as she's definitely one of a kind without a doubt..
-Rocky
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I just noticed the Morrison Motor Co photo identification. As we talked about once before, they have incredible cars there. At least the one by the Lowe's Nascar Speedway anyway. I doubt there is one car there that would make anyone unhappy. Pricey? Yeah, but solid rides.
I just noticed the Morrison Motor Co photo identification. As we talked about once before, they have incredible cars there. At least the one by the Lowe's Nascar Speedway anyway. I doubt there is one car there that would make anyone unhappy. Pricey? Yeah, but solid rides.
I grew up with the Morrison boys. We all lived in the same area where he now has his main lot on Old Charlotte Rd. I've think I've bought enough from Jimmy to pay for one wing of his house. He started selling Vette's on his Dad's little used car lot when he came home from Nam. Bought my first one from him, and just bought a new C7 there In march. He gave me a better deal than the GM dealers around here. Check out his web site "Main Lot". He has some main stream cars, and some of the best specialty cars in the state. Every time I tell my dearest I'm stopping by to see Jimmy she reminds me I don't need another car. But of course that didn't work to well last week.
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Originally Posted by wanted33
Rocky, they're the stock 235/50 18. I'll keep them that size for now. And yes, she's a good woman. I think I'll keep 'er.
I'd also stick with them as well.. Even though lower profile 20's really fill the wheel wells, I also found out the hard way their mostly just for looks..
For better overall handling and ride quality, IMHO your much better off going with 18" wheels/tires that offer a taller sidewall..
Currently I'm running 20x9.5" Steeda Spyder's on 275/35/20 Nitto NT555 G2 tires, but for my next set, I'll more than likely switch to 18x9.5 or 18x10 on 285/40/18 or 285/45/18's if they clear ?
In the meantime, take care of that really good woman of yours..
The only thing about 18's I find is that it seems like it's getting harder to find decent looking wheels in that size anymore. All the new stuff is 19 and 20
The only thing about 18's I find is that it seems like it's getting harder to find decent looking wheels in that size anymore. All the new stuff is 19 and 20
True my friend. The choices have dwindled a lot. I wanted a set of Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval Indy 500's, but in their infinite wisdom Firestone has discontinued them. I had a set on a Corvette, and they were **** good HP summer tires. I had a set if Falken 950's installed yesterday. With the limited driving I've got with them I think they will suit me fine for I'll use the car for. At least I hope they will. They are HP all season tires.
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That was pretty much my reason for purchasing my set of Steeda Spyder 20x9.5 rims and Nitto G2 275/35/20's.. As I just couldn't find a set that I liked nearly as much in 18's.. I also considered 19's until after finding out they actually cost more than both 18/20" tires and also aren't offered in as many size option choices when compared to 18 and 20" sizes
I've seen those on Ebay, and thought they were very good looking wheels. There is a wheel dealing on there now that has some great prices on the Niche wheels. So good I almost bought a set for later, but as good as the wife is it would be a bit difficult for her to understand buying wheel just to store in the basement.
