pettybludart
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I like it and think it sits just right.A chin spoiler would look good too,not so into the rear spoilers.How,s the difference in handling?:-D
18's On My Demon
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fcm42000
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What kind of wheels are those? backspacing? tire size?
THANKS!
THANKS!
Backtobasics
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Looks awesome, and well matched to the color combo of the car.
Even sitting there, the car looks like a bullet.
I too would love details, on backspacing, tire sizing, and brand / manufacturer / style.
Even sitting there, the car looks like a bullet.
I too would love details, on backspacing, tire sizing, and brand / manufacturer / style.
I like them -- I am planning on going 18's my 71 Demon as well, but have always heard 18's were too big for the front:
Can you please post the following:
Rims (front and rear) - Make & Size - 18" x ? x ? Backspacing
Tires (front and rear) - Make & Size
Thanks!
Can you please post the following:
Rims (front and rear) - Make & Size - 18" x ? x ? Backspacing
Tires (front and rear) - Make & Size
Thanks!
EL5DEMON340
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I like it a lot C !! Very nice.. Is that a chrome trunk latch ? :toothy10:
GMachineDartGT
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Very nice! Lower it in the rear, and your good!
grimreaper
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Beautiful car! I'm another who does not normally like big wheels on muscle cars but in this case it looks great. The stance is perfect. Looks like a rocket sitting there. Nice!!!
b5demon
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Looks great chin spoiler and the old direct connection spoiler instead of the go wing
Lower 1" in the front / 2-3" in the rear, add chin spoiler. Looks like a nice car
:thumbup: Thanks alot for the positive comments on my car. It's been a "labor of love" for sure and several years involved in bringing it back to street form. I have maybe 200 miles or so on it and we have been working out all the bugs (one by one).
I did quite a bit of research in the tire and wheel selection and am happy with the choices made. The ride is not quite as soft as the BFG T/A Radials w/ 14" ralleys that were on it, but worth the trade-out IMO :smile:.
Here is some info on the selection:
Fronts are American Eagle Boss Series Wheels 18 x 8 +14mm offset, w/ 225/40ZR18's. The front fender lip clearance is excellent after we lowered the torsion bars a bit.
Rears are 18 x 9.5 -4mm offset, w/ 285/35ZR18's.
I would have preferred 17's in the front, but not available in this wheel.
I did quite a bit of research in the tire and wheel selection and am happy with the choices made. The ride is not quite as soft as the BFG T/A Radials w/ 14" ralleys that were on it, but worth the trade-out IMO :smile:.
Here is some info on the selection:
Fronts are American Eagle Boss Series Wheels 18 x 8 +14mm offset, w/ 225/40ZR18's. The front fender lip clearance is excellent after we lowered the torsion bars a bit.
Rears are 18 x 9.5 -4mm offset, w/ 285/35ZR18's.
I would have preferred 17's in the front, but not available in this wheel.
Here's a before pic w/ the BFG's and ralley wheels. I liked them, but thought they didn't "fit the look" of the car. The new wheel choice was a tough one......:toothy10:
What a difference!
2 Darts
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It's always a risk to deviate from OEM. Not normally a fan of big wheel/X-low sidewall combo, but yours looks very tasteful. Stance is great, too. Maybe a little bit lower. The F/R balance looks very good. Nicely done!
Thanks Rev, It totally changed the look of the car!!
I was worried about it too. I have read enough threads about wheels and tires that won't fit LOL. We have many hours in the ralleys that we pulled off w/ brand new BFG tires, but I really thought they didn't look right for the car. I have been warming up to the bigger wheels recently and the tire choices made the decision much easier. The 14" and 15" tires are being phased out.
68383GTS
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I am also OLD SCHOOL don't like big wheels on any car.But I like the wheels on your Demon alot.And don't lower the rear the stance is just fine.
Jim
Jim
Yes, it is my FABO friend. I think it was mine and then yours and now it's mine again.......8) :read2:
I like the stance too, but I'm getting some pretty strong resistance from my better half that wants it lowerrrrrrrr. I think I'll give it a couple of days, like I do with many of the changes we've made. 4 steps forward and 2 back.......
Thx for your input Jim :happy10:
I was about ready to agree with Bob (sorry) -- I always thought 18s were a little too much on a muscle car -- until I saw the comparison picture. I think you nailed it girl! Way to go!!
Burntorange70
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Most of the time I would say yuck. For me 16's are to big on an old car. But you found a nice looking set of rims. I like them. Very nice!
340-Swinger
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Investing in new wheels and tires are a considerable expense. But the comparison of your car in the before pictures and current wheels, you nailed it. Great choice on wheels, great looking car. Money well spent
GregH
GregH
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SWEET! You gotta G-machine now.
Thank you! Your positive support is so appreciated Leanna. You're such a sweetie :angel3:. The before and after pics don't lie........:-D
Duke, Thx for the PM and posting pics of your ride, it's beautiful! I love the early Cudas and yes, it looks like you'll need a bit more lift for the 9.5's. I'm not familiar with the springs you mention, but I'm sure you are. I have the 002, 003 MP springs.
Thx Burnt......I did need a push or 2, or maybe 6 to pull the trigger ;-)
Thank you Greg for your positive input. This decision has been in the works for many months and I was still nervous about the outcome. So far, so good... Yes $$ well spent :-D
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