New wheels!!

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    Saw the show Wrecks to riches on TLC where they did a 69 Roadrunner with these wheels. Thought they would look great on a Mav!! Especially if they are wider like they were on the show! I have no idea how much they are but they look great. What do you guys think??

    Scott
     

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    I think those are some hideous-looking wheels...
     
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    69 ina 1/2 Fox body nut!!!

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    I hope those are available with different back-spacing cuz those wont fit without some thick wheel spacers, which, Imo, is dangerous.

    They look pretty cool, I really dont like the rivit look around the edge. But otherwise(y) .
     
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    You've really got to see the wheels on the car with better backspacing to appreciate how close to a modern Magnum 500 they look. I've not been able to find any good pictures on TLC or Barrys Speed Shop to post for you guys but I'll keep searching!!

    Scott
     
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    i dont really like 'much either. probably look a little better with out the rivits like 69 said
     
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    I like them. (y)
     
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    RabidCustoms sic minds demand sic toys

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    if you like them, thats all that matters,....who cares what these clowns have to say, ...its still your car right?:D
     
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    You calling me a "clown"? The guy asked what we "think". If he didn't want to know, he wouldn't have asked. I think he's well aware that it's his car, and that he has a right to put what he wants on it. Talk about stating the obvious...
     
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    Why not just get the modern Magnum-500s (billet aluminum) then? They look much better than those. Honestly, I think it's the rivets that turn me off...
     
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    they would be a "Boy Dog" to keep clean. :yup:
    with the correct back spacing they would look way different JMO (y)

    ...your car...:Handshake
     
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    I am not trying to hijack this thread. But what are you guys talking about when you say backspacing and/or wheel spacers?
     
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    ...also...i was looking at a pic. of a 5 lug wheel i liked...come to find out the pic. was the only 5 lug they made...all you could get were unilug :huh:

    ...:bouncy: ...
     
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    RabidCustoms sic minds demand sic toys

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    nope,it wasnt aimed at you or anyone else in particular,...but as youve stated before, "it must have struck a nerve"?:whistle:

    I just just throwing out another one of your "blanket statements" that covers it all no matter what.....the difference being, my statement is still correct.:D


    and as for the original question,......they wouldnt be my first choice, but I can see them looking good on a the right car.
     

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