[vtmustangs]

I have had my mind set on getting some black shelby razors for awhile but wasn't going to order them until the spring. Was initial going to go with 18 in directly from shelby. But found the other day that Late Model Restoration is selling sets in 18s and 20s for way cheaper than could ever get from shelby. The thing is though a set of 20s is $130 cheaper than the 18s on latemodelrestoration. I will put the same size tire on all around so can rotate but looking for some help on what size to get. The thing I'm worried about with 20s is the ride comfort and to a lesser degree loss of power and mpg. Heres a pic of the car right now just for reference.

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[Jucostud]

Pics?

your getting shelby razors? they will come in 20x9's. I suggest getting 275/35/20's. I'm lowered 2 inches and have 20's and still have a smooth ride. If you like the way 20's look, get them. They aren't a problem at all and cost about the same.

[ixmotoxi]

some reason the photobucket link didnt work. still looked up the wheels and they are clleeeaaannnn, my friend. nice choice. def one of my fav's up to date. what color are u getting? color car?

[vtmustangs]

sorry the link got messed up
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/i...IMG_0413_2.jpg

Yea I know they come in 17,18,20. I was leaning towards the 18s but the price of the set of 20s on latemodelrestoration has me second guessing.

[PiggySmallz]

20's look much nicer with that rim on these cars IMO

[Bhblondguy]

I def. like 20s if you're going with the shelby razor. only thing bad besides weight is they are only 9'' wide!

I'm going with godspeed omega chrome 18x10s and 18x9s.
GODSPEED WHEELS - Ultra Deep Dish Rims

if you want to check them out. I've just got to save a little before I get these. I just got 4.10s today! what a blast!

Good wheel choice though with the razors. I love the look. I was going to get them and then get them widened to a 10.5'' but decided it would save me some $$$ to go with the godspeed wheels. Plus I love the star pattern with the chrom lip.

[Jucostud]

looks like you need some black razors with 275/35/20 nitto nt555's

[Bhblondguy]

nitto drag radials ftw!

[Jucostud]

he said he is getting the same size all the way around so he can rotate. that means no drag radials and no staggard fitment. a cheaper route for him to go would be 255/35/20 nitto nt555's, but they would be a little small for the 9in rim.

[buddyantunez1]

99-04 = 18's
2005-2009= 20's

[Jucostud]

64-73 = 14 inch craggars!
74-78 = who gives a damn
79-86 = 15's
87-93 = 17's
94-98 = 17's
99-04 = 18's
05-09 = 20's

[Bhblondguy]

eff that get drag radials

[vtmustangs]

Originally Posted by Jucostud looks like you need some black razors with 275/35/20 nitto nt555's

haha easier to pick when its not your money or your car aint it?

Heres the thing that I am debating inside. I think in the looks department like piggy said the 20s look better but is that better look worth the loss in ride quality and to a lesser degree mpg and loss of power(remember its only a V6 haha)? If the set of 20s wasn't $130ish cheaper than the 18s I don't think I would have this debate at all and would just go with 18s.

[Bhblondguy]

still man, those 20s look AWESOME. either one it's up to you. also remember too, tires are a lot cheaper for 18s!

[ixmotoxi]

Originally Posted by Bhblondguy still man, those 20s look AWESOME. either one it's up to you. also remember too, tires are a lot cheaper for 18s!

agreed. those 20's are ridiculous. I've been on that damn site for the past 30 minutes looking at rims. thanks. haha, cai -> gears -> ud pulley -> new shoes.

[Bhblondguy]

don't forget the SCT xcal3

[Jucostud]

Originally Posted by Bhblondguy still man, those 20s look AWESOME. either one it's up to you. also remember too, tires are a lot cheaper for 18s!

tires aren't cheaper

Originally Posted by vtmustangs haha easier to pick when its not your money or your car aint it? Heres the thing that I am debating inside. I think in the looks department like piggy said the 20s look better but is that better look worth the loss in ride quality and to a lesser degree mpg and loss of power(remember its only a V6 haha)? If the set of 20s wasn't $130ish cheaper than the 18s I don't think I would have this debate at all and would just go with 18s.

easier to spend? I ain't just talkin bro... I'm walkin too. look at the sig. i alreasy made he choice for my self.

Originally Posted by Bhblondguy eff that get drag radials

so he should get DR's all the way around?

[vtmustangs]

Originally Posted by ixmotoxi agreed. those 20's are ridiculous. I've been on that damn site for the past 30 minutes looking at rims. thanks. haha, cai -> gears -> ud pulley -> new shoes.

glad could make sure someone else doesn't get much sleep tonight and adds more things to their never ending mod list

[ixmotoxi]

Originally Posted by Bhblondguy don't forget the SCT xcal3

yeah, still undecided between the jlt and c&l. If i dont go jlt w/ sct xcal 3 from doug (waiting for juco's 2 cents haha) then I'll probably get the c&l from 07stang gt w/ the predator tuner that he's trying to move. Then get a custom tune or two from doug.

[navyman8903]

I'm gonna get some 18's personaly. The 20's look perfect on the s197. The 18's are perfect for the performance aspect. If you have 20's you lose some hp about 10-20ish, turning and breaking also suffer alittle. But 20's look great....up to you.