Any 3rd gen's with 18-20 inch wheels???? Let's see them!

Debating on what wheels to buy. Already have the car mini-tubbed so normal size issues wont be a problem. Looking at a set of 18x10 TT2's. Just seeing what is out there. Thanks,Scott

18-20's should go on the 2 ton truck. not the precious metal we know as Nova. We have seen them, most think it looks silly. 14' and 15' look best. When people put those tall wheels under the cars they never look fat even with a fat tire. with a 15 inch wheel you can install a really fat tire and it will look really fat.

Tommy:)

18-20's should go on the 2 ton truck.
Tommy:) I have looked at sooo many different Nova's with average size wheels on them. Just want something a little different.;)

I've seen several pics, and there are even a few guys floating around the forums with 3rd gen's with larger wheels on them.

I'd definitely take a second look at them, as they pull it off well...but you have to be REALLY picky about the wheels you choose, and the color/stance of your car.

But to be honest I think a 14-15" looks a LOT better. Huge sidewalls and fat tires look a whole lot more period correct, and aggressive! :cool:

I just got done putting my 73 on the ground with its 18 X 9's in the front. Still have to put the sheetmetal back on which may cause conflicts. As soon as the front is put back together the 18 X 10's go on the rear. Just can't decide between the DSE spring relo kit or the Qudra-link system.

Jake

18-20's should go on the 2 ton truck. not the precious metal we know as Nova. We have seen them, most think it looks silly. 14' and 15' look best. When people put those tall wheels under the cars they never look fat even with a fat tire. with a 15 inch wheel you can install a really fat tire and it will look really fat.

Tommy:)


The 3rd gen wheel openings where made for 18 inch wheels. They fill the opening with out looking to big. I personally think big balloon tires with little Dots for rims looks like they belong on 77 Dodge pick ups. (Red with glasspacks to be more specific) :D
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2113000-2113999/2113867_38_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2113000-2113999/2113867_27_full.jpg
This is a Steves Member also
http://popularhotrodding.com/features/0604phr_nova_14_z.jpg

I really like that black one. I remember seeing it in a magazine. It changed my perception of putting big wheels on 3rd gens.

That said you have to be REALLY picky about the wheel and stance to make it look right. You can't just throw on a set of 20's because they are 20's and think it looks good.

I've seen several pics, and there are even a few guys floating around the forums with 3rd gen's with larger wheels on them.

I'd definitely take a second look at them, as they pull it off well...but you have to be REALLY picky about the wheels you choose, and the color/stance of your car.

But to be honest I think a 14-15" looks a LOT better. Huge sidewalls and fat tires look a whole lot more period correct, and aggressive! :cool:

What he said.. Anything over 15 inch look okay on a pro touring car but not on a muscle car. Plus, the ride is MUCH better on 15's.. Been there, done that..

What he said.. Anything over 15 inch look okay on a pro touring car but not on a muscle car. Plus, the ride is MUCH better on 15's.. Been there, done that..


same here. i like the muscle car look, not the hot wheels match box car look..

jmho :)

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462223243.jpg?1169882832

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462223241.jpg?1169882431

heres a few of 20X10 in rear with 295's And 19X8 with 225

Rennskii(and it took me a long time to find out what wheels/paint i wanted. It is not painted yet but you need to have a plan otherwise the pro-touring look will show the fact that you just threw big wheels on a car) Just my .02 cents. :beer:

I have almost got the front finished so I can whip it around and do the rear. What did you have to do to get the 10's in? I know tub it but did you have to go into the frame? You have them tucked in there perfectly.

Jake

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462223243.jpg?1169882832

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462223241.jpg?1169882431

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462225280.jpg?1170969648

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462225281.jpg?1170969650

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heres a few of 20X10 in rear with 295's And 19X8 with 225

Rennskii(and it took me a long time to find out what wheels/paint i wanted. It is not painted yet but you need to have a plan otherwise the pro-touring look will show the fact that you just threw big wheels on a car) Just my .02 cents. :beer:

Pro-touring Isnt a Look. Its a total package. Restomod is a look.

What he said.. Anything over 15 inch look okay on a pro touring car but not on a muscle car. Plus, the ride is MUCH better on 15's.. Been there, done that..


The ride of my car is no harsher than my 98 buick Century. But corners as flat as a Vette. It takes more than bolting wheels on to be a Pro-touring car.

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462223243.jpg?1169882832

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462223241.jpg?1169882431

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462225280.jpg?1170969648

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/462225281.jpg?1170969650

1170969651

heres a few of 20X10 in rear with 295's And 19X8 with 225

Rennskii(and it took me a long time to find out what wheels/paint i wanted. It is not painted yet but you need to have a plan otherwise the pro-touring look will show the fact that you just threw big wheels on a car) Just my .02 cents. :beer:


You have the 10's tucked in there perfectly. Other than tubs what (if any) did you have to do? I am about to install my 18 X 10 wheels here real quick. I know I am going to have to tub it up to the frame.

Jake

Thats whats great about 3rd Gens, they look great with anything from 14" stockers to 20" wheels!!!

Whatever floats your boat! I will agree with the guy who said the ride is much more harsh with the bigger wheels and low profile tires. I felt a big difference going from 15s to 17s. I do like the look of the 17s though.

This is one of my favorite cars on this site. Nice car Mark. :cool:

http://www.popularhotrodding.com/features/0604phr_nova_14_z.jpg

Here's mine, 18x8's and 20x10 Boyd Harms.
More pictures at the link in my sig.
http://inlinethumb59.webshots.com/762/2234279100052413560S600x600Q85.jpg
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http://inlinethumb10.webshots.com/713/2683986830052413560S600x600Q85.jpg

I think the front is 2" lower now.

Cha Ching!!! ******** :d