So, I modded the GM today....

[OneBADLsE]

And here it is!


A HUGE thanks to my friend for doing the swap. The BBS's will appear on the Mark within a week. I think of it this way, killed two birds with one stone! The Mark's rims look awful (theyre really clean but just FUGLY). Now i dont have to buy rims for the mark.

It also made the car much more tolerable!


Before
http://a824.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/102/l_40c7d86790b1e6baf554428c65e0 ed07.jpg
After
http://a134.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/70/l_6c784a2b78abdd366c750b3da3f6 e505.jpg
http://a275.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/128/l_7576591fc6471d73965ed1d5c2eb 845a.jpg
http://a541.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/58/l_d643669afd14daf6fe213a0e4112 1a14.jpg
http://a843.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/51/l_4007df62986aaa728f776e824855 86fa.jpg
http://a637.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/19/l_3f95e51e8c89d8f35977515f65f0 3e2c.jpg
http://a661.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/92/l_8bb6162828dabb8c08964f1c3060 db8c.jpg

[Shora]

If we can just be honest, I don't think that's going to help you sell it.

I know that you didn't put these Stang rims on the GM so that it sells faster but rather just because you "like the look". The bad part, I don't feel like most will agree especially would-be buyers if you are still selling.

[Cordoba1]

Hey man -- Those look very sharp! Nice choice!

[MarauderMark]

Hey man -- Those look very sharp! Nice choice!

Plus 2 ^^^^^:up:

[marauderboi]

Those look great

Just a question what year is your car and did you have to use spacers because on my 1999 crown vic I had a set of antresite bullit wheels but the offset was way off and the wheels would rub the inside of the wheel well.
Thanks in advance.Alex

[OneBADLsE]

If we can just be honest, I don't think that's going to help you sell it.

I know that you didn't put these Stang rims on the GM so that it sells faster but rather just because you "like the look". The bad part, I don't feel like most will agree especially would-be buyers if you are still selling.

I did this mod for me. They wouldnt go with the car. Furthermore, i know for a fact it will NOT help me sell it. I already paid for them close to 3 weeks ago. Come car payment time for the Merc, i wont feel half as bad. For the interim the car makes me smile....JUST FOR NOW;)

Like i said, it was just to make the car more tolerable for myself. ;)

[OneBADLsE]

Those look great

Just a question what year is your car and did you have to use spacers because on my 1999 crown vic I had a set of antresite bullit wheels but the offset was way off and the wheels would rub the inside of the wheel well.
Thanks in advance.Alex


Nope! They bolted right on with no spacers. They do not rub, and clear the calipers perfectly.

If it matters, these Bullitts are factory OEM wheels. Knockoffs may have different offsets .

[Shora]

I did this mod for me. They wouldnt go with the car. Furthermore, i know for a fact it will NOT help me sell it. I already paid for them close to 3 weeks ago. Come car payment time for the Merc, i wont feel half as bad. For the interim the car makes me smile....JUST FOR NOW;)

Like i said, it was just to make the car more tolerable for myself. ;)

Let me tell you one thing. You are a young guy.

If I were you, I would just forget about a Marauder for a while, enjoy the GM, and STOP modding it.

A Marauder for someone with the modding bug while still young and before success can become a problem.

If you mod the GM this much, you will indeed spend a fortune on the Marauder.

Save the coin, become successful and you will be able to drive any car you want.

Than again, life is short and you only live once. Balance is key.

[OneBADLsE]

Let me tell you one thing. You are a young guy.


Than again, life is short and you only live once. Balance is key.


Life is too short. Anything i do to this car can AND WILL be turned back to stock if a sale comes through. HOWEVER, i just may hold onto it for my signifigant other in the future.

[Blackened300a]

I think they look great.

[RoyLPita]

I think they look great.

+1 on that. At least they will be easier to clean, too.

[RCSignals]

Are they 17" or 18"? 2005 and later Mustang? I thought the offset would be wrong for a pre-'03 Panther?

[OneBADLsE]

Are they 17" or 18"? 2005 and later Mustang? I thought the offset would be wrong for a pre-'03 Panther?


They are SN95 wheels (95+ mustang GT). Thus, they bolt on with no issues.

[OneBADLsE]

Some day pics:

http://a880.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/117/l_5e77f003fd16bc0a92b336a0187a 58e7.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27298317)

http://a850.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/84/l_aa3a3a30f96b886e929cfb0bbaff 1f49.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27298323)

http://a617.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/38/l_8b9387a1e51f474890306e96119b b4f0.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27298327)

http://a430.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/8/l_362047c2b48567813dbbe8c77d9d b96d.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27298332)

http://a858.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/7/l_8d79b8bf871b0fc6976225ebace9 7e79.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27298339)


http://a754.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/26/l_fdb18e444ca2a67fa252bd499eb1 4d91.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27298342)

http://a905.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/94/l_38752dbafa59e8363156c3cd638c 7dd8.jpg (http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.edit AlbumPhoto&albumID=1432034&imageID=27206720)

[ctrlraven]

They look good, need some more meaty tires or lower the car but hey if you did the 4x4 wheel well gap its all good lol. j/k

[OneBADLsE]

They look good, need some more meaty tires or lower the car but hey if you did the 4x4 wheel well gap its all good lol. j/k

:lol:

Its not horrible really. You wanna talk about fender gap? Look at a mustang GT with these wheels, LOL!

Come tax time, tires and other stuff shall follow. Right now, it handles like its on rails!

[Motorhead350]

I like it. Have fun!

[ts-pa]

When I looked at those wheels by themselves, I wouldn't think that they would look good on a panther car. Alas, the car looks very good Len! Might I suggest that you get locking lug nuts to secure them from theft. I agree with the others that a larger diameter tire would fill in the wheel well better.
What size tires are those?

I also hated cleaning the lacy spoke wheels, that is why I use them for winter tire duty. Only need to clean them for about three months that way.

[ts-pa]

Let me tell you one thing. You are a young guy.

If I were you, I would just forget about a Marauder for a while, enjoy the GM, and STOP modding it.


I'm sure that the title of "So, I modded the GM today..." wasn't implying that Len would be going the route that I chose. Although not a terrible choice, but now that a Marauder has come down in price, I'd suggest to buy one instead. It is just a simple statement of his current change.

[offroadkarter]

Those look great, but really, just put it on ebay already and get that 03 marauder! :D

[ImpalaSlayer]

wernt you trying to sell it>?

[OneBADLsE]

wernt you trying to sell it>?


I was. But there doesn't seem to be any interest in the car. I have to find someones ebay to use. I let someone use mine, and got all NEG feedback. So, that idea is shot (for now).

[OneBADLsE]

I'm sure that the title of "So, I modded the GM today..." wasn't implying that Len would be going the route that I chose. Although not a terrible choice, but now that a Marauder has come down in price, I'd suggest to buy one instead. It is just a simple statement of his current change.

They were originally intended for the Mark 7. Since i hated driving the GM so much, i decided it t'was time for a change!

Simply amazing though. With the HPP and the low pro tires, it feels like a go kart! Zips in and out of lanes like its nothing at 80+

[ts-pa]

Simply amazing though. With the HPP and the low pro tires, it feels like a go kart! Zips in and out of lanes like its nothing at 80+

Part of the improved feel could also be from the tire design, not just the size change. The stock Goodyears on the GM are not performance oriented while the Toyos that you put on might be.

Regardless, it is nice to turn the steering wheel and not have a delayed response.

[ctrlraven]

I was. But there doesn't seem to be any interest in the car. I have to find someones ebay to use. I let someone use mine, and got all NEG feedback. So, that idea is shot (for now).

Just start a whole new ebay account, just use a different email address.

[OneBADLsE]

Part of the improved feel could also be from the tire design, not just the size change. The stock Goodyears on the GM are not performance oriented while the Toyos that you put on might be.

Regardless, it is nice to turn the steering wheel and not have a delayed response.


Yep!

They are 245/45/ZR17's. What size does anyone recommend? I dont want something so big that they make the wheels look tiny also

[ts-pa]

Yep!

They are 245/45/ZR17's. What size does anyone recommend? I dont want something so big that they make the wheels look tiny also

255/50-17 might be a good choice, tirerack has a variety at this size with reasonable costs.

The original tires on your car were 225/60-16 is 757 rev/mile, the 255/50-17 is 746 rev/mile. The speedometer at 60 mph would be 60.9 mph actual.

[OneBADLsE]

255/50-17 might be a good choice, tirerack has a variety at this size with reasonable costs.

The original tires on your car were 225/60-16 is 757 rev/mile, the 255/50-17 is 746 rev/mile. The speedometer at 60 mph would be 60.9 mph actual.

thanks ts-pa !

[dreydin]

Let me tell you one thing. You are a young guy.

If I were you, I would just forget about a Marauder for a while, enjoy the GM, and STOP modding it.

A Marauder for someone with the modding bug while still young and before success can become a problem.

If you mod the GM this much, you will indeed spend a fortune on the Marauder.

Save the coin, become successful and you will be able to drive any car you want.

Than again, life is short and you only live once. Balance is key.
words of wisdom right there^


and the rims look great on there :beer:

[ts-pa]

thanks ts-pa !

No problem Len!

I'd be curious to see any other sizes someone might suggest.

[ts-pa]

Len--just for comparison of size; the MM fronts are 235/50-18 at outer Ø27.3" & the 255/50-17 at outer Ø27.0.

BTW, I run the MM fronts on all fours. Non-MM panthers can do this without any ABS issues since the ABS was set from Ford for same tire sizes front and rear.

So you can see how the tire size will fill in the wheel well area by looking at my car as an example.