New wheels are on!!

Hethj7 · 08-06-2002, 05:09 PM

I finally got my Cobra R's on today. Rubbing does not seem to be an issue. It has only happened once and that was at full turn going over a curb into a driveway. Normal driving doens't cause any rubbing so far. Here is what I ended up with:

17x9 wheels on all corners
255/45/17 Sumitomo HTR+'s out back
235/45/17 tires in the front

The car looks awesome! I am trying to get a buddy to bring his digital camera over so I can get some pics up for you guys and gals!

Mike Wolking · 08-06-2002, 05:30 PM

Sounds sweet, can't wait to see pics-Mike

jj_jonathon · 08-06-2002, 05:42 PM

oh i really hope those pics come quick..i LOVe those rims...those and the motorsport r's....some of the nicest out there imo...

Hethj7 · 08-06-2002, 10:09 PM

Well, the camera is in my possession but it is dark here in Missouri. But, the pics should be up by tomorrow afternoon.

95mustanggt · 08-07-2002, 05:05 AM

Yep, would be nice to see some pictures. I love Cobra R's.

Why did you only go to 255's out back? Why not 275's?

joe4speed · 08-07-2002, 10:39 AM

Cool, man... The rims changed the entire appearance of my car. Hope ya enjoy them, can't wait to see the pics!

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 11:37 AM

I have one pic in my avatar now. I am waiting to get my site set up at MW to host other pics to post.

jj_jonathon · 08-07-2002, 11:49 AM

very nice rims....im jealous....those would look sweet on my car...hehe....

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 03:37 PM

I have all the pics ready to go, but for some reason MW hasn't emailed my password so that I can set up my website here. I tried to do it last night, but still haven't gotten an email with my password. I posted in the site feedback to try and get it sent to me. As soon as it does, I will get the pics up.

The Deuce · 08-07-2002, 03:39 PM

quit teasing us man. You can post one as an attachemnt to your post, just to give us a taste.

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 04:47 PM

Man, I didn't even see the attachment deal there. Sorry guys! I will put a couple up now:

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 04:49 PM

Here are what the center caps look like.

jj_jonathon · 08-07-2002, 04:53 PM

EXTREME closeup....

still very nice rims

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 04:54 PM

This shows the new headlights a little and the Maaco paint job. I also repainted the black trim around the doors myself. Overall, i think it turned out pretty good.

joe4speed · 08-07-2002, 04:58 PM

Very cool!! How about a before pic also so we can compare!

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 05:02 PM

The only old pic I have was scanned in. The quality isn't great, but here it is.

I also have new tailpipes that will be on shorty with the polished stainless tips. The current chrome tips have seen better days.

Mike Wolking · 08-07-2002, 05:05 PM

Car looks sweat man, the cobras really change it alot, keep the pics coming

Hethj7 · 08-07-2002, 09:12 PM

I will lay off putting any more pics in here. They are all the same, just from different angles. If you would still like to see a few, I can email them to you.

Oh, as to why I got 255's rather than 275's. Well, I had 275's on there before and got a little bit of a rub when I had people in it. I just didn't want to worry about that and figured the 255's look just as good. I thought the 275's almost made my car look a little trashy.....like I was trying to look fast and they belonged on a beat up Camaro or somthing

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Plus, in the snow the skinnier tires may help just a little.

RBatson · 08-08-2002, 12:28 AM

Looks alot better! Good choice.

joe4speed · 08-08-2002, 12:54 AM

yeah looks WAY better with the new rims, I still have my turbines in storage with some good tires on them!!
Here's what it looked like with the turbines on it (i'll have to get a better pic):

08-06-2002, 05:09 PM	#1
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	New wheels are on!! I finally got my Cobra R's on today. Rubbing does not seem to be an issue. It has only happened once and that was at full turn going over a curb into a driveway. Normal driving doens't cause any rubbing so far. Here is what I ended up with: 17x9 wheels on all corners 255/45/17 Sumitomo HTR+'s out back 235/45/17 tires in the front The car looks awesome! I am trying to get a buddy to bring his digital camera over so I can get some pics up for you guys and gals! __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

08-06-2002, 05:30 PM	#2
Mike Wolking Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky Posts: 49	Sounds sweet, can't wait to see pics-Mike __________________ 90 coupe, Cobra brakes, 17x9 cobras MM lowers, SVO uppers, 3.73s, BBK 1 3/4 full lengths, H pipe, flows, subframes, H&R springs, Tokico 5-ways, Pro 5.0. Subframes, K&N, Strut brace, CC plates,83K miles, New Paint.....FOR SALE!

08-06-2002, 05:42 PM	#3
jj_jonathon Trisket Join Date: May 2002 Location: University of Florida, FL Posts: ½ Posts: 1,560	oh i really hope those pics come quick..i LOVe those rims...those and the motorsport r's....some of the nicest out there imo... __________________ University of Florida - Physics Major My 02GT vert Media Center Pics BBK Underdrive Pulleys \| K&N FIPK (Gen II) \| Bullet Grille \| Mach 1 Chin Spoiler \| UPR Interior Parts \| XM Radio \| Audiobahn Subs Ricer Hater's Club Member #1/2 (30) http://www.ricehatersclub.com/

08-06-2002, 10:09 PM	#4
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	Well, the camera is in my possession but it is dark here in Missouri. But, the pics should be up by tomorrow afternoon. __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

08-07-2002, 05:05 AM	#5
95mustanggt Registered Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Kamloops, BC Posts: 2,875	Yep, would be nice to see some pictures. I love Cobra R's. Why did you only go to 255's out back? Why not 275's? __________________ 1995 Mustang GT 20016 F150 Lariat Super Crew

08-07-2002, 10:39 AM	#6
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	Cool, man... The rims changed the entire appearance of my car. Hope ya enjoy them, can't wait to see the pics! __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

08-07-2002, 11:37 AM	#7
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	I have one pic in my avatar now. I am waiting to get my site set up at MW to host other pics to post. __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

08-07-2002, 11:49 AM	#8
jj_jonathon Trisket Join Date: May 2002 Location: University of Florida, FL Posts: ½ Posts: 1,560	very nice rims....im jealous....those would look sweet on my car...hehe.... __________________ University of Florida - Physics Major My 02GT vert Media Center Pics BBK Underdrive Pulleys \| K&N FIPK (Gen II) \| Bullet Grille \| Mach 1 Chin Spoiler \| UPR Interior Parts \| XM Radio \| Audiobahn Subs Ricer Hater's Club Member #1/2 (30) http://www.ricehatersclub.com/

08-07-2002, 03:37 PM	#9
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	I have all the pics ready to go, but for some reason MW hasn't emailed my password so that I can set up my website here. I tried to do it last night, but still haven't gotten an email with my password. I posted in the site feedback to try and get it sent to me. As soon as it does, I will get the pics up. __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

08-07-2002, 03:39 PM	#10
The Deuce Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,325	quit teasing us man. You can post one as an attachemnt to your post, just to give us a taste. __________________ 1997 Mustang GT "The Freak" - 13.80 @ 101.70, 2.07 60' 1995 Honda VFR750 - not much @ really fast (actual data pending.) 1964.5 Mustang 289 Rice Haters Club Member #13

08-07-2002, 04:53 PM	#13
jj_jonathon Trisket Join Date: May 2002 Location: University of Florida, FL Posts: ½ Posts: 1,560	EXTREME closeup.... still very nice rims __________________ University of Florida - Physics Major My 02GT vert Media Center Pics BBK Underdrive Pulleys \| K&N FIPK (Gen II) \| Bullet Grille \| Mach 1 Chin Spoiler \| UPR Interior Parts \| XM Radio \| Audiobahn Subs Ricer Hater's Club Member #1/2 (30) http://www.ricehatersclub.com/

08-07-2002, 04:58 PM	#15
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	Very cool!! How about a before pic also so we can compare! __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

08-07-2002, 05:05 PM	#17
Mike Wolking Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky Posts: 49	Car looks sweat man, the cobras really change it alot, keep the pics coming __________________ 90 coupe, Cobra brakes, 17x9 cobras MM lowers, SVO uppers, 3.73s, BBK 1 3/4 full lengths, H pipe, flows, subframes, H&R springs, Tokico 5-ways, Pro 5.0. Subframes, K&N, Strut brace, CC plates,83K miles, New Paint.....FOR SALE!

08-07-2002, 09:12 PM	#18
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	I will lay off putting any more pics in here. They are all the same, just from different angles. If you would still like to see a few, I can email them to you. Oh, as to why I got 255's rather than 275's. Well, I had 275's on there before and got a little bit of a rub when I had people in it. I just didn't want to worry about that and figured the 255's look just as good. I thought the 275's almost made my car look a little trashy.....like I was trying to look fast and they belonged on a beat up Camaro or somthing . Plus, in the snow the skinnier tires may help just a little. __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

08-08-2002, 12:28 AM	#19
RBatson Registered Member Join Date: May 1997 Posts: 3,028	Looks alot better! Good choice.

08-08-2002, 12:54 AM	#20
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	yeah looks WAY better with the new rims, I still have my turbines in storage with some good tires on them!! Here's what it looked like with the turbines on it (i'll have to get a better pic): __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

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