Need opinions on 20"rim option
2/2/05, 06:05 AM
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I'm looking to by 20" TSW Mondello's
The size is 20x10 with a 20mm offset. There is also a 20x8.5 with a 30 or 40mm offset.
Which size is going to be my best fit with no rubbing? I plan on going with the Saleen supension package but I have no idea what the drop is. What size tire would I be going with to keep my speedo accurate? Thanks!
The size is 20x10 with a 20mm offset. There is also a 20x8.5 with a 30 or 40mm offset.
Which size is going to be my best fit with no rubbing? I plan on going with the Saleen supension package but I have no idea what the drop is. What size tire would I be going with to keep my speedo accurate? Thanks!
2/2/05, 06:10 AM
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Originally posted by bpmurr@February 2, 2005, 7:08 AM
I'm looking to by 20" TSW Mondello's
The size is 20x10 with a 20mm offset. There is also a 20x8.5 with a 30 or 40mm offset.
Which size is going to be my best fit with no rubbing? What size tire would I be going with to keep my speedo accurate? Thanks!
I'm looking to by 20" TSW Mondello's
The size is 20x10 with a 20mm offset. There is also a 20x8.5 with a 30 or 40mm offset.
Which size is going to be my best fit with no rubbing? What size tire would I be going with to keep my speedo accurate? Thanks!
I am going with 20 inch Hyper Black TSW Catalunya's. I think I am going to go with the 8.5. I've been checking around and I think 255x35s are the size I am going with. I'm not an expert on tires at all though.. so hopefully someone else posts
2/2/05, 02:32 PM
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actually I think that 20 is the perfect size for the 05 anything else kinda looks too small....I am not one for the 20in + rims but on the 05 I think it looks perfect... I will def. be buying 20 inch rims
2/2/05, 08:21 PM
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I have TSW thurxtun hyper gray md's. I think a 20in rim fits the car well. The wheel wells are huge you could even go bigger, but I think 20in is big enough.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
Yeah I know, this pic has been posted before.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
Yeah I know, this pic has been posted before.
2/2/05, 08:28 PM
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The dealer I have mine on order with put 20's on both a GT and a V6. There still seems to be a nice amount of tire tread.
Nicksolheim how is the ride with the 20's compaired to the 17's that came with it? What is the offset of your rims. I know with the 19's on my 03 Accord I can feel a good bit from the pavement. I'm starting to get sick of feeling the bumps actually.
Nicksolheim how is the ride with the 20's compaired to the 17's that came with it? What is the offset of your rims. I know with the 19's on my 03 Accord I can feel a good bit from the pavement. I'm starting to get sick of feeling the bumps actually.
2/2/05, 08:35 PM
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Ya know I don't really know the offset of the wheel. The wheels were actually on a GT that was on a show room floor on consignment from Les Schwab. So I knew they would fit. The customer didn't want to pay the extra money for them, so the dealer sent them back to les schwab. I got a bit of a discount for this reason.
As for the ride, yeah it is a little rougher but not that bad actually. It is well worth IMO. The only thing that stinks is, now I have to watch the road more closely for those pot holes.
As for the ride, yeah it is a little rougher but not that bad actually. It is well worth IMO. The only thing that stinks is, now I have to watch the road more closely for those pot holes.
2/2/05, 08:38 PM
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Originally posted by nicksolheim@February 2, 2005, 9:24 PM
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
2/2/05, 09:43 PM
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I am going with 20 inch Hyper Black TSW Catalunya's.
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You must, MUST post pics when you get those wheels on. I like the Mondello's, but prefer the Catalunyas. Not sure I'll go with 20", probably 19 and a small drop.
I am going with 20 inch Hyper Black TSW Catalunya's.
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You must, MUST post pics when you get those wheels on. I like the Mondello's, but prefer the Catalunyas. Not sure I'll go with 20", probably 19 and a small drop.
2/2/05, 11:01 PM
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Originally posted by nicksolheim@February 2, 2005, 7:24 PM
I have TSW thurxtun hyper gray md's. I think a 20in rim fits the car well. The wheel wells are huge you could even go bigger, but I think 20in is big enough.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
Yeah I know, this pic has been posted before.
I have TSW thurxtun hyper gray md's. I think a 20in rim fits the car well. The wheel wells are huge you could even go bigger, but I think 20in is big enough.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
Yeah I know, this pic has been posted before.
what series tire are you running?
2/3/05, 05:23 AM
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Originally posted by GtStallion51+February 3, 2005, 1:04 AM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(GtStallion51 @ February 3, 2005, 1:04 AM)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-nicksolheim@February 2, 2005, 7:24 PM
I have TSW thurxtun hyper gray md's. I think a 20in rim fits the car well. The wheel wells are huge you could even go bigger, but I think 20in is big enough.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
Yeah I know, this pic has been posted before.
I have TSW thurxtun hyper gray md's. I think a 20in rim fits the car well. The wheel wells are huge you could even go bigger, but I think 20in is big enough.
And in now way does a 20in rim look ghetto.
Yeah I know, this pic has been posted before.
what series tire are you running?
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I agree that 19s are the way to go with a 1-1.5 inch drop. With 20s it is impossible to lower the car another inch without the ride being too harsh. And it will get a slammed lowrider look imo.
2/3/05, 10:55 AM
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As for tires, I'd go with a 265 or 275s. I run 275/40-17s (17x9 rims) on my 96. You should be able to get 275s under there without a problem. I've not shopped for 19- or 20-in tires, but I'd expect you can get 275s.
Since I'm in a good mood (and a tire guy), I checked TireRack. They recommend 245/45-19s or 245 front with a 275/40-19 rear.
With 20", they suggest 255/35-20s or 255/35-20s w/265/35-20 on the rear.
There are lots of sizes available in the KDW-2.
For drag racers, I like bigger tires out back, but for street or road courses, I like have all four matched so you can rotate.
Having said that, there's nothing like a 315 tire out back!
Since I'm in a good mood (and a tire guy), I checked TireRack. They recommend 245/45-19s or 245 front with a 275/40-19 rear.
With 20", they suggest 255/35-20s or 255/35-20s w/265/35-20 on the rear.
There are lots of sizes available in the KDW-2.
For drag racers, I like bigger tires out back, but for street or road courses, I like have all four matched so you can rotate.
Having said that, there's nothing like a 315 tire out back!
2/3/05, 01:54 PM
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Originally posted by StangNut@February 2, 2005, 3:30 PM
20" is too big for the '05.
Looks too ghetto. Otherwise it's a good looking wheel.
But you should go with the +40mm offset.
20" is too big for the '05.
Looks too ghetto. Otherwise it's a good looking wheel.
But you should go with the +40mm offset.
i agree the 20's r waaaaay too big. the 18's coming out next year r gonna be big enough
2/3/05, 04:02 PM
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hey 05 satin, your wheels look sweeeeeeeeet!!!!
I like the red calipers, still trying to decide which color to go with for my car. I am thinking yellow, but I am constantly changing my mind.
I like the red calipers, still trying to decide which color to go with for my car. I am thinking yellow, but I am constantly changing my mind.
2/3/05, 04:48 PM
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20" rims= Rough ride, easy tire flats, and poor traction. Forgive if I'm mistaken here, but wasn't the purpose of bringing back the old 60's style fastback on the '05 Mustang the main part of the cars appeal? When you go and bling these cars out, you defeat the original purpose why this car is such a hit and it really gives a contrasting look to the ride. Now this is all IMO, so flame on...
2/3/05, 04:53 PM
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Originally posted by drizztbob@February 3, 2005, 5:51 PM
20" rims= Rough ride, easy tire flats, and poor traction. Forgive if I'm mistaken here, but wasn't the purpose of bringing back the old 60's style fastback on the '05 Mustang the main part of the cars appeal? When you go and bling these cars out, you defeat the original purpose why this car is such a hit and it really gives a contrasting look to the ride. Now this is all IMO, so flame on...
20" rims= Rough ride, easy tire flats, and poor traction. Forgive if I'm mistaken here, but wasn't the purpose of bringing back the old 60's style fastback on the '05 Mustang the main part of the cars appeal? When you go and bling these cars out, you defeat the original purpose why this car is such a hit and it really gives a contrasting look to the ride. Now this is all IMO, so flame on...
