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**IA_Chiefs_fan** · 05-09-2008, 05:03 PM

I just got new 20" Black Chrome Bullitts for my 'Stang! The pictures don't do them justice. They are actually real chrome with black dye added to the chrome mixture when it's made. The front rims are 8.5" wide and the rears are 10" wide. No more spinning when I launch

Tell me what you think...

**QuikSsurfer** · 05-09-2008, 05:26 PM

Those are really nice.
Looks fantastic man.

el borracho · 05-09-2008, 05:27 PM

Badass! How fast have you taken it?

**Rain Man** · 05-09-2008, 05:38 PM

I have a question, and I mean no offense. I'm probably asking this out of ignorance because I'm not a car guy.

What's the big deal about wheels? Is it just a looks thing, or is there some performance enhancement that I don't know about?

I was at the Porsche site the other day (yes, I'm compensating). Go there http://www.porsche.com/usa/models/cayenne/ and click to build your own Cayenne. Do the regular one, not one of the upscale versions.

So you start to pick the vehicle, which starts out at under $44,000. Then you get to the wheels, and they give a dozen choices, which start out at $0 and go up to an astounding (to me) $7,490! If you asked me to pick amongst those wheels, I don't think I could identify the free one versus the one that costs more than a small motor home. Seriously, what's the deal?

evolve27 · 05-09-2008, 05:40 PM

One two three uh!
My baby don't mess around
Because she loves me so
And this I know for shooo..

Nice wheels, your thread title just made me think of this song...

CoMoChief · 05-09-2008, 05:40 PM

Not bad, though I'm not a big fan of those type of rims.

**Buehler445** · 05-09-2008, 05:56 PM

Look pretty friggin sweet dude.

Frazod · 05-09-2008, 05:59 PM

Very nice.

**IA_Chiefs_fan** · 05-09-2008, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by el borracho

Badass! How fast have you taken it?

135 - My hood started flexing and that scared the sh*t out of me. That was before I had the hoodscoop too.

**IA_Chiefs_fan** · 05-09-2008, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

What's the big deal about wheels? Is it just a looks thing, or is there some performance enhancement that I don't know about?

There are performance enhancements to be had from wheels/tires, but most have them for looks. For me, I wanted wheels that would compliment the American Muscle look of my Mustang. I do not like crazy patterned wheels. Smaller/lighter wheels will actually increase your performance due to the weight loss. My factory wheels were 17" and these are 20" so these actually decrease my performance ever so slightly. However, my rears are wider so I won't spin so easily when taking off anymore.

Silock · 05-09-2008, 06:45 PM

Looks good, dude!

**IA_Chiefs_fan** · 05-09-2008, 06:48 PM

Thanks for the compliments. I put a lot of work in saving for this car and the aftermarket mods. This was my first NEW car I ever purchased and I plan to give it to my son in about 20 years. He's eleven now and we enjoy it together.

I should add that I really only wanted 18" rims, but Black Chrome Bullitts for the newer Mustangs can't be found, at least not wide ones for the rear. But the 20's really haven't slowed me much since last week I got a JLT II Cold Air Intake and a Brenspeed Tune!
The rear spoiler is new too. I replaced the factory wing a couple weeks ago and had more of the black paint added.
My last mod for a long time is my stereo system. A buddy and I have been wiring for a new system the past few nights. I listen to rock so I'm not loading the car with 10 subs or anything, but the system will be pretty awesome.

el borracho · 05-09-2008, 06:56 PM

Perhaps a set of hood latches and pins should be next? Anyway, beautiful car (as if you didn't know).

**IA_Chiefs_fan** · 05-09-2008, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by el borracho

Perhaps a set of hood latches and pins should be next? Anyway, beautiful car (as if you didn't know).

Or I could just drive with more sense

I've had the car two years and have only had it over 110 that one time.

**Baby Lee** · 05-09-2008, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

I have a question, and I mean no offense. I'm probably asking this out of ignorance because I'm not a car guy.

What's the big deal about wheels? Is it just a looks thing, or is there some performance enhancement that I don't know about?

I was at the Porsche site the other day (yes, I'm compensating). Go there http://www.porsche.com/usa/models/cayenne/ and click to build your own Cayenne. Do the regular one, not one of the upscale versions.

So you start to pick the vehicle, which starts out at under $44,000. Then you get to the wheels, and they give a dozen choices, which start out at $0 and go up to an astounding (to me) $7,490! If you asked me to pick amongst those wheels, I don't think I could identify the free one versus the one that costs more than a small motor home. Seriously, what's the deal?

Although a lot of it is asthetics, unsprung weight is a big deal too.

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Rain Man Seize life. Be an ermine. Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: My house Casino cash: $-652449 VARSITY	I have a question, and I mean no offense. I'm probably asking this out of ignorance because I'm not a car guy. What's the big deal about wheels? Is it just a looks thing, or is there some performance enhancement that I don't know about? I was at the Porsche site the other day (yes, I'm compensating). Go there http://www.porsche.com/usa/models/cayenne/ and click to build your own Cayenne. Do the regular one, not one of the upscale versions. So you start to pick the vehicle, which starts out at under $44,000. Then you get to the wheels, and they give a dozen choices, which start out at $0 and go up to an astounding (to me) $7,490! If you asked me to pick amongst those wheels, I don't think I could identify the free one versus the one that costs more than a small motor home. Seriously, what's the deal? __________________ Active fan of the greatest team in NFL history.
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05-09-2008, 06:48 PM	#12
IA_Chiefs_fan Supporter Join Date: Jun 2002 Casino cash: $-680286	Thanks for the compliments. I put a lot of work in saving for this car and the aftermarket mods. This was my first NEW car I ever purchased and I plan to give it to my son in about 20 years. He's eleven now and we enjoy it together. I should add that I really only wanted 18" rims, but Black Chrome Bullitts for the newer Mustangs can't be found, at least not wide ones for the rear. But the 20's really haven't slowed me much since last week I got a JLT II Cold Air Intake and a Brenspeed Tune! The rear spoiler is new too. I replaced the factory wing a couple weeks ago and had more of the black paint added. My last mod for a long time is my stereo system. A buddy and I have been wiring for a new system the past few nights. I listen to rock so I'm not loading the car with 10 subs or anything, but the system will be pretty awesome.
Posts: 2,101

05-09-2008, 06:56 PM	#13
el borracho In Pat We Trust Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Albuquerque, NM Casino cash: $2539148	Perhaps a set of hood latches and pins should be next? Anyway, beautiful car (as if you didn't know).
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