how big is too big?
10-09-2009, 08:19 PM
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how big is too big?
I have a '72 chevelle that needs some new rims. I was looking at the American Racing Torq-Thrust M Wheels. I am thinking about going with either the 17x8s or the 17x9s. It is pretty much stock and was wondering if the 17x9s are too big and if I should go with 17x8s or look at something even smaller? I am planning on getting a pretty low profile tire to put on them. Any direction would be great. Thanks.
10-09-2009, 09:43 PM
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I think they look best with 15 x 8's but that's just me.
10-10-2009, 04:35 AM
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I think they look best with 15 x 8's but that's just me.
X2 on the 15x8's. ya dont want to turn it into a donk :shock: :shock:
10-10-2009, 05:21 AM
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17" rims on a 72 Chevelle? Seriously? Buy a Honda..........
10-11-2009, 05:25 PM
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17" rims on a 72 Chevelle? Seriously? Buy a Honda..........
X2...AMEN!!!
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10-11-2009, 06:54 PM
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Are you going the Pro Touring route ? If so, It'll need to be lowered at least 3" all around to look right. 17's at stock ride height just does not work. IMHO
10-12-2009, 06:57 AM
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Are you going the Pro Touring route ? If so, It'll need to be lowered at least 3" all around to look right. 17's at stock ride height just does not work. IMHO
10-12-2009, 06:50 PM
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now it needs a fart can bra & disco lites :?
10-12-2009, 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Tod74
I think they look best with 15 x 8's but that's just me.
X2 on the 15x8's. ya dont want to turn it into a donk :shock: :shock:
If you do go the DONK route...make sure you paint
CHEVELLE down the side and
1972 SS on the trunk.
10-13-2009, 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by MEMRACING62
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Originally Posted by Tod74
I think they look best with 15 x 8's but that's just me.
X2 on the 15x8's. ya dont want to turn it into a donk :shock: :shock:
If you do go the DONK route...make sure you paint
CHEVELLE down the side and
1972 SS on the trunk.
Plus a 6" tall
CHEVELLE decal on the windshield.
Dave