It's finally time!

ZakkWylde470 · 04-27-2003, 11:31 AM

Well after months of waiting and looking, the time has FINALLY come for me to get my GT. There's a 99 at a dealer near me that has my name on it.

The first thing I'm doing to it is new wheels and tires. Right now I'm looking at a set of the 98 Cobra wheels (because they kick ass and only ONE other person has 'em on a GT that I know of) with 245/40-17 Yokohama AVS ES100s. I guess I'm just looking for a good, yes/no on whether they'll fit without rubbing or not. Also, do I need to buy any adapters or new lug nuts, or will the stock nuts work? I don't plan on lowering my car because next summer I'm going to try to get an SC/T body kit and with the pot-holes and speed bumps around here I don't think that would make for a very good situation. Also, very soon I'm going to be getting some GrafxWerks stuff, and I was just wondering which color matches the color of that car the closest. Thanks duders.

P.S. Yeah, I know this probably could have been in 3 different forums (PVN, All Show, and this one) but I figured what the hell.

Rba007 · 04-27-2003, 01:44 PM

I think that there is a person running around with 245's, although itll be REAL close. The rims you are referring to are Eagle 077 Im assuming, and several other people have those. They are available at partsforyourcar.com.

ZakkWylde470 · 04-27-2003, 02:11 PM

Not the 077, the Ford Racing 98 SVT Cobra rims, seen on here on CDW00GT's GT

I know he has 245s on his, but I just wanted some other opinions.

AMRAAM4 · 04-27-2003, 05:48 PM

It's not Wilkyman, it's CDW00GT. Talk to him to see what they are and mimic his exact setup.

Until CDW00GT verifies it will fit, I have notions that it will not.

RAMAIR1 · 04-27-2003, 06:26 PM

Wherever I May Roam = Pennsylvania huh?

Nice looking car. As far as the rims go, if I remember correctly, they went on with 0 modification required and they are 245's in the rear... I would take AMRAAM's suggestion and ask CDW though.

ZakkWylde470 · 04-27-2003, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AMRAAM4
It's not Wilkyman, it's CDW00GT. Talk to him to see what they are and mimic his exact setup.

Until CDW00GT verifies it will fit, I have notions that it will not.

LMAO, yeah I just noticed that. Anyways, CDW00GT's set up was 245s up front with 275s

out back. He said they'd bolt right on, but if he doesn't reply in here I'll shoot him a PM.

AMRAAM4 · 04-27-2003, 06:34 PM

275s in the rear...no shot in hell.

275s on an RX7 in the rear are as big as you can go!!

ZakkWylde470 · 04-27-2003, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AMRAAM4
275s in the rear...no shot in hell.

275s on an RX7 in the rear are as big as you can go!!

That's what he said. :shugs: He said they only rubbed under hard cornering. Not that I would ever try that though, I can barely afford 4 245s, let alone 2 245s and 2 275s.

Nikki · 04-28-2003, 12:35 PM

Hmmm...well I've been in Chris's car when he had those rims on it, and I didn't notice any rubbing at all...everything seemed fine to me, the ride wasn't abnormal at all.

PACE · 04-28-2003, 01:09 PM

245/40/17 will fit a GAGT
245/45/17 will not

but with the added width comes added side wall....my next tires will be 245/40/17 fo sho!

Nikki · 04-28-2003, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ECAP
245/45/17 will not

Hmm I'm gonna have to check mine...I coulda swore thats what they are

ZakkWylde470 · 04-28-2003, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ECAP
245/40/17 will fit a GAGT
245/45/17 will not

Exactly what I wanted to hear

Now someone needs to give me some advice on the Grafxwerks. Aint I a greedy bastard

Nikki · 04-28-2003, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ECAP
245/45/17 will not

Yep, I checked mine and they are 245/45/17

So they work, at least I have no problems whatsoever...

Natedog · 04-28-2003, 04:45 PM

what is the offset and width of ur wheels Nikki??...cause if this is true then a 245/40/18 would fit as well with the right offset..... ur tire must be VERY close to the rear spring perch b/c it is pretty close even with the stock setup... let us know, b/c if this does work then i will definatly be gettin 245's for my 18's!... thanks!

Nate

CDW00GT · 04-29-2003, 06:02 AM

Hi people. They are 1998 Mustang Cobra wheels.

245/45/17's Bridgestone Potenza S-03 Pole Positions in the FRONT

275/40/17's in the REAR

I would rub the rear quarters while cornering hard. With 245's in the rear I don't see it rubbing at all. I hope this helps clear things up. With these wheels and tires it made my daily driving much more fun.

Nikki · 04-29-2003, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Natedog
what is the offset and width of ur wheels Nikki??

All I know is that they are 17 x 7...and they fit perfect on my car. I do not know the offset as I bought them off a friend.

Natedog · 04-29-2003, 09:06 AM

I dont see how its possible to mount a 245 width tire to a 7" wide wheel but who knows... wtf

Nikki · 04-29-2003, 09:24 AM

I dunno...I'm not an expert on wheels. All I know is they are perfectly fine, I've had them put on by Goodyear and Belle Tire and they never said anything was wrong with them. Actually, the guy I bought them from bought them from Goodyear, and why would they order them wrong?? Ya know??

AMRAAM4 · 04-29-2003, 11:13 AM

I dunno why anyone would want to upsize their wheel and then put a big ass tire on there! I thought the whole point of upsizing was to accentuate a larger looking wheel. WTF would you want a bigger tire for? If the answer is driving....then why not just stay with 16's and a better stock size tire.

*shrugs*

Natedog · 04-29-2003, 11:16 AM

bigger tire = more safety..... harder to dent a rim with more sidewall

... also looks like less wheel gap

04-27-2003, 11:31 AM	#1
ZakkWylde470 Tae Kwon Flow Master AKA: Marty Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wherever I May Roam Age: 37 Posts: 613 Vehicle: '99 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4	It's finally time! Well after months of waiting and looking, the time has FINALLY come for me to get my GT. There's a 99 at a dealer near me that has my name on it. The first thing I'm doing to it is new wheels and tires. Right now I'm looking at a set of the 98 Cobra wheels (because they kick ass and only ONE other person has 'em on a GT that I know of) with 245/40-17 Yokohama AVS ES100s. I guess I'm just looking for a good, yes/no on whether they'll fit without rubbing or not. Also, do I need to buy any adapters or new lug nuts, or will the stock nuts work? I don't plan on lowering my car because next summer I'm going to try to get an SC/T body kit and with the pot-holes and speed bumps around here I don't think that would make for a very good situation. Also, very soon I'm going to be getting some GrafxWerks stuff, and I was just wondering which color matches the color of that car the closest. Thanks duders. P.S. Yeah, I know this probably could have been in 3 different forums (PVN, All Show, and this one) but I figured what the hell. __________________ "A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government." Last edited by ZakkWylde470; 04-27-2003 at 11:37 AM.

04-27-2003, 01:44 PM	#2
Rba007 GAGT Oldie AKA: Dave Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: N. Muskegon MI Age: 38 Posts: 2,444 Vehicle: 04 Grand Prix GT	I think that there is a person running around with 245's, although itll be REAL close. The rims you are referring to are Eagle 077 Im assuming, and several other people have those. They are available at partsforyourcar.com. __________________ Dave's Sexy Ride "Sul3LiME883: i'm drunk tho. i'd throw myself at a penis right now, i bet." "When you step over the line, your nuts are mine" "ArcticSun GT: u do smell dave, smell like awesomeness"

04-27-2003, 02:11 PM	#3
ZakkWylde470 Tae Kwon Flow Master AKA: Marty Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wherever I May Roam Age: 37 Posts: 613 Vehicle: '99 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4	Not the 077, the Ford Racing 98 SVT Cobra rims, seen on here on CDW00GT's GT I know he has 245s on his, but I just wanted some other opinions. __________________ "A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government." Last edited by ZakkWylde470; 04-27-2003 at 06:32 PM.

04-27-2003, 05:48 PM	#4
AMRAAM4 Wiley 'Ol Veteran AKA: Bob (aka Hoss) Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Azerbaijan Age: 45 Posts: 6,935 Vehicle: See My Signature Block	It's not Wilkyman, it's CDW00GT. Talk to him to see what they are and mimic his exact setup. Until CDW00GT verifies it will fit, I have notions that it will not. __________________ 2016 GoMango Challenger SRT Hellcat 2014 Redline Pearl Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2018 Bruiser Grey Dodge Durango SRT TRADED-2004 Black Grand Am GT,2004 Impulse Blue GTO M6, 2012 Mineral Gray Jeep SRT8, 2010 Bright Silver Jeep SRT8 LEASE TURN-IN-2006 Summit White TrailBlazer SS AWD (Vector CAI & tune) SOLD-2000 Silvermist Grand Am GT Supercharged,1994 Daytona Blue Single Turbo RX7 (427whp/330wtq), 2006 Spice Red GTO A4, 2013 Grabber Blue Shelby GT500 Last edited by AMRAAM4; 04-27-2003 at 06:26 PM.

04-27-2003, 06:26 PM	#5
RAMAIR1 Sweet sound of boost Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: New Jersey Posts: 457 Vehicle: '99 GAGT; '86 Buick GN	Wherever I May Roam = Pennsylvania huh? Nice looking car. As far as the rims go, if I remember correctly, they went on with 0 modification required and they are 245's in the rear... I would take AMRAAM's suggestion and ask CDW though. __________________ .....and a liter uh cola..... MY BLACK '99 GAGT ~ My updated CarDomain

04-27-2003, 06:34 PM	#7
AMRAAM4 Wiley 'Ol Veteran AKA: Bob (aka Hoss) Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Azerbaijan Age: 45 Posts: 6,935 Vehicle: See My Signature Block	275s in the rear...no shot in hell. 275s on an RX7 in the rear are as big as you can go!! __________________ 2016 GoMango Challenger SRT Hellcat 2014 Redline Pearl Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2018 Bruiser Grey Dodge Durango SRT TRADED-2004 Black Grand Am GT,2004 Impulse Blue GTO M6, 2012 Mineral Gray Jeep SRT8, 2010 Bright Silver Jeep SRT8 LEASE TURN-IN-2006 Summit White TrailBlazer SS AWD (Vector CAI & tune) SOLD-2000 Silvermist Grand Am GT Supercharged,1994 Daytona Blue Single Turbo RX7 (427whp/330wtq), 2006 Spice Red GTO A4, 2013 Grabber Blue Shelby GT500

04-28-2003, 12:35 PM	#9
Nikki 6 speed sickness. AKA: ~Nikki~ Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sterling Heights, MI Age: 43 Posts: 1,892 Vehicle: '06 G6 GTP Sedan	Hmmm...well I've been in Chris's car when he had those rims on it, and I didn't notice any rubbing at all...everything seemed fine to me, the ride wasn't abnormal at all. __________________ ::Redline Motorsport Member:: *Goodbye Accord & Talon...Hello G6 GTP 6MT*

04-28-2003, 01:09 PM	#10
PACE Woooo Woooooooo ! AKA: Jason Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Clarkston, MI Age: 43 Posts: 2,514 Vehicle: GRAND AMERICAN	245/40/17 will fit a GAGT 245/45/17 will not but with the added width comes added side wall....my next tires will be 245/40/17 fo sho! __________________ Grand Am---Long gone. 2009 Yukon Denali with 4" drop on 24" black Escalade wheels -- in the garage 1970 Impala convertible triple black - In the Garage

04-28-2003, 04:45 PM	#14
Natedog Chicks love BLING! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Arlington, VA Age: 37 Posts: 204 Vehicle: 03 SC/T	what is the offset and width of ur wheels Nikki??...cause if this is true then a 245/40/18 would fit as well with the right offset..... ur tire must be VERY close to the rear spring perch b/c it is pretty close even with the stock setup... let us know, b/c if this does work then i will definatly be gettin 245's for my 18's!... thanks! Nate __________________ 2007 Cadillac CTS-V Series lots o' goodies...

04-29-2003, 06:02 AM	#15
CDW00GT GAGT - Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 40 Posts: 135 Vehicle: 2000 Grand AM GT Sedan	Hi people. They are 1998 Mustang Cobra wheels. 245/45/17's Bridgestone Potenza S-03 Pole Positions in the FRONT 275/40/17's in the REAR I would rub the rear quarters while cornering hard. With 245's in the rear I don't see it rubbing at all. I hope this helps clear things up. With these wheels and tires it made my daily driving much more fun. __________________ Chris Williams 1999 Pontiac Trans AM 1994 GMC Safari 2000 GAGT Sedan (sold) http://images.cardomain.com/installs...73_20_full.jpg

04-29-2003, 09:06 AM	#17
Natedog Chicks love BLING! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Arlington, VA Age: 37 Posts: 204 Vehicle: 03 SC/T	I dont see how its possible to mount a 245 width tire to a 7" wide wheel but who knows... wtf __________________ 2007 Cadillac CTS-V Series lots o' goodies...

04-29-2003, 09:24 AM	#18
Nikki 6 speed sickness. AKA: ~Nikki~ Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sterling Heights, MI Age: 43 Posts: 1,892 Vehicle: '06 G6 GTP Sedan	I dunno...I'm not an expert on wheels. All I know is they are perfectly fine, I've had them put on by Goodyear and Belle Tire and they never said anything was wrong with them. Actually, the guy I bought them from bought them from Goodyear, and why would they order them wrong?? Ya know?? __________________ ::Redline Motorsport Member:: *Goodbye Accord & Talon...Hello G6 GTP 6MT*

04-29-2003, 11:13 AM	#19
AMRAAM4 Wiley 'Ol Veteran AKA: Bob (aka Hoss) Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Azerbaijan Age: 45 Posts: 6,935 Vehicle: See My Signature Block	I dunno why anyone would want to upsize their wheel and then put a big ass tire on there! I thought the whole point of upsizing was to accentuate a larger looking wheel. WTF would you want a bigger tire for? If the answer is driving....then why not just stay with 16's and a better stock size tire. shrugs __________________ 2016 GoMango Challenger SRT Hellcat 2014 Redline Pearl Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2018 Bruiser Grey Dodge Durango SRT TRADED-2004 Black Grand Am GT,2004 Impulse Blue GTO M6, 2012 Mineral Gray Jeep SRT8, 2010 Bright Silver Jeep SRT8 LEASE TURN-IN-2006 Summit White TrailBlazer SS AWD (Vector CAI & tune) SOLD-2000 Silvermist Grand Am GT Supercharged,1994 Daytona Blue Single Turbo RX7 (427whp/330wtq), 2006 Spice Red GTO A4, 2013 Grabber Blue Shelby GT500

04-29-2003, 11:16 AM	#20
Natedog Chicks love BLING! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Arlington, VA Age: 37 Posts: 204 Vehicle: 03 SC/T	bigger tire = more safety..... harder to dent a rim with more sidewall ... also looks like less wheel gap __________________ 2007 Cadillac CTS-V Series lots o' goodies...

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