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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 08:42 AM
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Help me pick some wheels

Most people change their wheels before they do much else to their car. However, that wasn't the case with me. I thought I liked my polished 18's but they just don't do it for me anymore. I need something that fits the character of my car better. I'm not looking to drop a ton of cash on a set of rims, but do want something nice. Also I can't decide what color rim would look best. My favorites at this point are the Shelby Razors, CT-R, and FR500s. Only issue is I think I'd like to go with 20's and the CT-Rs and the FR500s only come in 18's. What do you guys think?



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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 10:25 AM
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Have you looked at the Raceline GT's or Shelby Wheels yet? They both look killer, and come in 20"s!!! Check out the pics below. The 1st are raceline GT the other pic are of Carroll Shelby CS67 wheels. I have the 67's and LOVE THEM!!! I get so many compliments on them, as I'm one of only a few Mustangs that have them. Plus for what your looking for, they come in 20" sizes in 3 colors (chrome, black, anthracite), as do the Racelines (chrome, magnesium, and black). Though Razor's are nice also. Its a tough decision with wheels, good luck.
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 10:43 AM
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See I like both of those, but when a lot of people did the Cervini's kits on their cars they did the Raceline wheels and I want something different. I like the '67s but I'm not sure they fit the overall look I'm going for on my car. Thanks for the suggestions though.
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 11:59 AM
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How about a set of deep dish American Racing Rims from Shelby.
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 12:25 PM
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I like the new Shelby's that are similar to bullitts...
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 12:39 PM
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20" KR's from Shelby should be available soon. I think that those would be a perfect fit.

http://www.shelbyperformanceparts.co...a%20Wheel.aspx

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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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I like the torque thrust M's too, but what color?

Walt the Alcoa's are out of my price range. Those things are almost $500 a piece.
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 01:04 PM
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I think 67's will look great, or the new 69's.
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by 2006GT500
I like the torque thrust M's too, but what color?

Walt the Alcoa's are out of my price range. Those things are almost $500 a piece.
It was an idea anyway...
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 02:17 PM
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How bout these?

http://www.wheelreplicas.com/Z5.html
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 02:24 PM
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those would be pretty intresting I bet....
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Old Sep 12, 2007 | 02:28 PM
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I like the idea of FR500s in 20"
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 04:38 PM
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Those look good Will. I finally saw some Shelby Razors in person at the Mustang Stampede last Saturday. They would look cool as hell on your car!!!!!!!
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 07:46 PM
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cs67

The CS67 looks ok

Originally Posted by 05fordgt
Have you looked at the Raceline GT's or Shelby Wheels yet? They both look killer, and come in 20"s!!! Check out the pics below. The 1st are raceline GT the other pic are of Carroll Shelby CS67 wheels. I have the 67's and LOVE THEM!!! I get so many compliments on them, as I'm one of only a few Mustangs that have them. Plus for what your looking for, they come in 20" sizes in 3 colors (chrome, black, anthracite), as do the Racelines (chrome, magnesium, and black). Though Razor's are nice also. Its a tough decision with wheels, good luck.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 08:42 PM
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We just put Shelby CS66's on the wifes '07 GT/CS Vert, 18" 8.5's on front & 9.5's on the rear.

There are photos of "Show us your wheels" above (Last page)

Very well constructed and very different here in Alabama.

Have not seen another set and people ask all the time what they are.

But the price stops then cold in their tracks.

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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 08:45 PM
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I personally think 20's are too big for these cars...the only 20's I've seen that I remotely like are the saleens....I think 18s look really good, and 19s would be good for a more uniqe look.....my vote....no 20's
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 10:20 PM
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19" option is amazing!

i went from 20" torq thrust m's 20x8.5 and 20x10 to 19" Axis Hiro.

i drive in NYC so 20" was killing me

the car feels so much better! each wheel is at least 5-6 lbs light at each corner. (33lbs vs. 26lbs)

19x8.5 and 19x10.5

Here is another big reason, these Axis Hiro clears BIG BRAKE CALIPERS.

i think most of the 20" wheel options do not unless its designed for GT500 in mind.

i felt 18" is too small and i know 20" are just way too big.

http://www.axiswheels.com/wheels.php?id=hiro

i will post pics of my car very soon with these 19" wheels on..
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 04:42 PM
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Thumbs up Ford SVT Polished Bullitts look just ......

fine to me. I think your wheels look pretty hot. Don't change a thing.

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Old Sep 16, 2007 | 01:39 AM
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Originally Posted by 2006GT500
I think this post just cost me a couple of grand. These plus some Toyo T1R's in 305/30 and 255/35
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Old Sep 16, 2007 | 09:33 PM
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I know many people haven't suggested these but how about TRMotorsport MT1 rims? They only come in 17 and 18s, but the price for each $320 for an 18 inch rim so they might be out of the reach of what you are looking for. They remind a little bit of the Shelby Alcoa rims but not with the hefty $500 price tag, plus they are ultra lightweight (19 pounds each). I think they would compliment the Tungsten Grey color very well.

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