What are pony wheels worth?

82 GT · 01-18-2006, 05:31 PM

Will 16inch tires make a noticable improvement in handling over my stock 15 inch wheels on my '88GT?

HoodStrype · 01-19-2006, 10:28 AM

The short answer is yes. If you really want to hang corners go to a 17". I've seen Pony's go for as high as $400... and much lower. Buy a tire with a thick sidewall (check the specs on tirerack.com) and not too tall.

PS: We've got the same join date- do we qualify as "Elders" yet? A gold watch would be nice.

82 GT · 01-19-2006, 12:18 PM

Well, I just want them mainly for looks. I was just wondering if I was going to get better handling also. I'm going to get good rubber for them but only in a 55 or 50 series.

83GTMUSTANG · 01-20-2006, 08:42 PM

Yes There Way Better Than Any 15 When It Comes To Handeling An As Farwhat They Are Worth I Sold Mines For $400 And Got Me Some 2001 Gt 17" Wheels For The Same Price With Tires 245/45/17 All Around My Ponys Had 225 50's In Front And 245 50's In Back Road And Handeled Good But The 17"s Handel Better (way Better).....

82 GT · 01-20-2006, 09:49 PM

How did the ponys look with the 50 series tires on them? Was there too much fenderwell space or not really? I think 45 series, on a 16inch rim wouldn't look right though.

83GTMUSTANG · 01-20-2006, 09:57 PM

Stock Height Lets Say Your 15's Are 225 60's They Would Be The Same As 225 50's On A 16" Rim Hight Wise They Will Be The Same Height So What Ever The Space Is Between The Tire An Fender It Will Remain The Same, Unless You Go To A Smallertire Then The Space Will Increase Between The Tire An Fender....

82 GT · 01-20-2006, 10:14 PM

So if I got 45 series tires on 16inch rims my fenderspace would increase....right...and prolly not look right?

83GTMUSTANG · 01-20-2006, 10:18 PM

Exactly Unless You Run 255 45 16's

82 GT · 01-20-2006, 10:23 PM

255/45/16 would be the same the same as my current 225/60/15....as far as fenderspace?

In other words, if I want a 45 serires tire, on a 16 inch rim then I would need to go from a 225 to a 255

83GTMUSTANG · 01-20-2006, 10:47 PM

Yes..........

82 GT · 01-20-2006, 10:57 PM

I just wen to tirerack.com and looked for some 255/45/16 tires and there were no matches for my search. I tried 245/45/16 and found some. Would they look ok or should I just stick to 50 or 55 series?

83GTMUSTANG · 01-20-2006, 11:03 PM

Get 245 50 16 Out Back 225 50 16 In Front Any Thing Wider In Front Steering Problems Will Occur Wont Track Straite In Front With Grooves In The Street..........

bailey_57 · 01-27-2006, 01:59 PM

82 gt, i have a set of pony wheels on my 89 GT. They are way better than my turbines. I paid 500 for mine but that was with brand new 225/60/16s on them. They are actually the same size tire as on say a 97 or newer Grand Prix. They fill out the fenderwell alot more than the 50 series i had on my 90 GT. These tires wont work well if its lowered. You should be able to find Kuhmo Ectsa Supra 712's for that rim. I paid 78 dollars a piece a couple years back. Those were the 225/50/R16. Good luck man.

01-18-2006, 05:31 PM	#1
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	What are pony wheels worth? Will 16inch tires make a noticable improvement in handling over my stock 15 inch wheels on my '88GT? __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

01-19-2006, 10:28 AM	#2
HoodStrype Rearview Mirror Haze Join Date: May 1999 Location: Huntsville, Alabama...a.k.a. "HuntsVegas" Posts: 387	Re: What are pony wheels worth? The short answer is yes. If you really want to hang corners go to a 17". I've seen Pony's go for as high as $400... and much lower. Buy a tire with a thick sidewall (check the specs on tirerack.com) and not too tall. PS: We've got the same join date- do we qualify as "Elders" yet? A gold watch would be nice. __________________ 93 lx Notch 01 GT ...the epitome of Murphy's Law

01-19-2006, 12:18 PM	#3
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	Re: What are pony wheels worth? Well, I just want them mainly for looks. I was just wondering if I was going to get better handling also. I'm going to get good rubber for them but only in a 55 or 50 series. __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

01-20-2006, 08:42 PM	#4
83GTMUSTANG N-V-ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: SOUTHFIELD,MICHIGAN Posts: 155	Re: What are pony wheels worth? Yes There Way Better Than Any 15 When It Comes To Handeling An As Farwhat They Are Worth I Sold Mines For $400 And Got Me Some 2001 Gt 17" Wheels For The Same Price With Tires 245/45/17 All Around My Ponys Had 225 50's In Front And 245 50's In Back Road And Handeled Good But The 17"s Handel Better (way Better)..... __________________ 88' LX MUSTANG: LINCOLN ROTORS , AIR SUSPENSION FRONT AND REAR, SUBFRAMES, ROLL CAGE, 92' BLOCK, MSD 6AL, ACCEL 8.8 WIRES, ACCEL COIL, EDELBROCK F4B INTAKE (PORTED),2 IN. 4 HOLE SPACERS, HOLLEY 600 CARB.,HOLLEY BLUE FUEL PUMP AN REGULATOR, E 303 (.498 IN. 220 DUR.) CAM, (.535 IN. OF LIFT W/ 1.72 SCORPIN ROLLER ROCKERS), PORTED E7'S, FLOWTECH 1 5/8 LONG TUBE HEADERS, 2 1/2 IN. H PIPE, 2 CHAMBER FLOWMASTERS WITH 3 IN.DUMPS, T-5, 3.73 GEARS, 5 LUG AEROSTAR AXELS, 245-45-17 96' COBRA WHEELS

01-20-2006, 09:49 PM	#5
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	Re: What are pony wheels worth? How did the ponys look with the 50 series tires on them? Was there too much fenderwell space or not really? I think 45 series, on a 16inch rim wouldn't look right though. __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

01-20-2006, 09:57 PM	#6
83GTMUSTANG N-V-ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: SOUTHFIELD,MICHIGAN Posts: 155	Re: What are pony wheels worth? Stock Height Lets Say Your 15's Are 225 60's They Would Be The Same As 225 50's On A 16" Rim Hight Wise They Will Be The Same Height So What Ever The Space Is Between The Tire An Fender It Will Remain The Same, Unless You Go To A Smallertire Then The Space Will Increase Between The Tire An Fender.... __________________ 88' LX MUSTANG: LINCOLN ROTORS , AIR SUSPENSION FRONT AND REAR, SUBFRAMES, ROLL CAGE, 92' BLOCK, MSD 6AL, ACCEL 8.8 WIRES, ACCEL COIL, EDELBROCK F4B INTAKE (PORTED),2 IN. 4 HOLE SPACERS, HOLLEY 600 CARB.,HOLLEY BLUE FUEL PUMP AN REGULATOR, E 303 (.498 IN. 220 DUR.) CAM, (.535 IN. OF LIFT W/ 1.72 SCORPIN ROLLER ROCKERS), PORTED E7'S, FLOWTECH 1 5/8 LONG TUBE HEADERS, 2 1/2 IN. H PIPE, 2 CHAMBER FLOWMASTERS WITH 3 IN.DUMPS, T-5, 3.73 GEARS, 5 LUG AEROSTAR AXELS, 245-45-17 96' COBRA WHEELS

01-20-2006, 10:14 PM	#7
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	Re: What are pony wheels worth? So if I got 45 series tires on 16inch rims my fenderspace would increase....right...and prolly not look right? __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

01-20-2006, 10:18 PM	#8
83GTMUSTANG N-V-ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: SOUTHFIELD,MICHIGAN Posts: 155	Re: What are pony wheels worth? Exactly Unless You Run 255 45 16's __________________ 88' LX MUSTANG: LINCOLN ROTORS , AIR SUSPENSION FRONT AND REAR, SUBFRAMES, ROLL CAGE, 92' BLOCK, MSD 6AL, ACCEL 8.8 WIRES, ACCEL COIL, EDELBROCK F4B INTAKE (PORTED),2 IN. 4 HOLE SPACERS, HOLLEY 600 CARB.,HOLLEY BLUE FUEL PUMP AN REGULATOR, E 303 (.498 IN. 220 DUR.) CAM, (.535 IN. OF LIFT W/ 1.72 SCORPIN ROLLER ROCKERS), PORTED E7'S, FLOWTECH 1 5/8 LONG TUBE HEADERS, 2 1/2 IN. H PIPE, 2 CHAMBER FLOWMASTERS WITH 3 IN.DUMPS, T-5, 3.73 GEARS, 5 LUG AEROSTAR AXELS, 245-45-17 96' COBRA WHEELS

01-20-2006, 10:23 PM	#9
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	Re: What are pony wheels worth? 255/45/16 would be the same the same as my current 225/60/15....as far as fenderspace? In other words, if I want a 45 serires tire, on a 16 inch rim then I would need to go from a 225 to a 255 __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

01-20-2006, 10:47 PM	#10
83GTMUSTANG N-V-ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: SOUTHFIELD,MICHIGAN Posts: 155	Re: What are pony wheels worth? Yes.......... __________________ 88' LX MUSTANG: LINCOLN ROTORS , AIR SUSPENSION FRONT AND REAR, SUBFRAMES, ROLL CAGE, 92' BLOCK, MSD 6AL, ACCEL 8.8 WIRES, ACCEL COIL, EDELBROCK F4B INTAKE (PORTED),2 IN. 4 HOLE SPACERS, HOLLEY 600 CARB.,HOLLEY BLUE FUEL PUMP AN REGULATOR, E 303 (.498 IN. 220 DUR.) CAM, (.535 IN. OF LIFT W/ 1.72 SCORPIN ROLLER ROCKERS), PORTED E7'S, FLOWTECH 1 5/8 LONG TUBE HEADERS, 2 1/2 IN. H PIPE, 2 CHAMBER FLOWMASTERS WITH 3 IN.DUMPS, T-5, 3.73 GEARS, 5 LUG AEROSTAR AXELS, 245-45-17 96' COBRA WHEELS

01-20-2006, 10:57 PM	#11
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	Re: What are pony wheels worth? I just wen to tirerack.com and looked for some 255/45/16 tires and there were no matches for my search. I tried 245/45/16 and found some. Would they look ok or should I just stick to 50 or 55 series? __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.

01-20-2006, 11:03 PM	#12
83GTMUSTANG N-V-ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: SOUTHFIELD,MICHIGAN Posts: 155	Re: What are pony wheels worth? Get 245 50 16 Out Back 225 50 16 In Front Any Thing Wider In Front Steering Problems Will Occur Wont Track Straite In Front With Grooves In The Street.......... __________________ 88' LX MUSTANG: LINCOLN ROTORS , AIR SUSPENSION FRONT AND REAR, SUBFRAMES, ROLL CAGE, 92' BLOCK, MSD 6AL, ACCEL 8.8 WIRES, ACCEL COIL, EDELBROCK F4B INTAKE (PORTED),2 IN. 4 HOLE SPACERS, HOLLEY 600 CARB.,HOLLEY BLUE FUEL PUMP AN REGULATOR, E 303 (.498 IN. 220 DUR.) CAM, (.535 IN. OF LIFT W/ 1.72 SCORPIN ROLLER ROCKERS), PORTED E7'S, FLOWTECH 1 5/8 LONG TUBE HEADERS, 2 1/2 IN. H PIPE, 2 CHAMBER FLOWMASTERS WITH 3 IN.DUMPS, T-5, 3.73 GEARS, 5 LUG AEROSTAR AXELS, 245-45-17 96' COBRA WHEELS

01-27-2006, 01:59 PM	#13
bailey_57 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Berwick,Pa Posts: 127	Re: What are pony wheels worth? 82 gt, i have a set of pony wheels on my 89 GT. They are way better than my turbines. I paid 500 for mine but that was with brand new 225/60/16s on them. They are actually the same size tire as on say a 97 or newer Grand Prix. They fill out the fenderwell alot more than the 50 series i had on my 90 GT. These tires wont work well if its lowered. You should be able to find Kuhmo Ectsa Supra 712's for that rim. I paid 78 dollars a piece a couple years back. Those were the 225/50/R16. Good luck man.

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