What wheels to run on the comet?

Discussion in 'Wheels and Tires' started by tim keck, Mar 5, 2006.

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What wheels to run on the Comet

  1. magnum 500's

    49 vote(s)
    69.0%

  2. dogpans w/trimrings(like the factory GTs)

    14 vote(s)
    19.7%

  3. dogpans on white wheels(plain jane style)

    8 vote(s)
    11.3%
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  1. T.L.

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    The Magnums have obviously won ('cuz they're cool), so there ya have it...
     
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    If you put a set of Grabber centers on the ranger wheels it gives them a whole new look and they work nice. Had that combo on the front of my 71 grabber and a set of Weld Pro Stars on the back and it looked good. See icon pic
     
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    Thats funny.. I just bought some Ranger wheels to put on my Maverick while it goes to paint. I can show you how "great" they look! NOT!.. but they were cheap and 5 lug so they fit the bill for right now. Look out when the paint is done-- Im going with some 17 inch Daggers.
     
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    Lol he was being serious he runs ranger rims on his comet. They actually dont look bad maybe you got the other style
     
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    Personally, I like them both but I voted for the Magnum 500s because they make the car have a sportier look to it.

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    You could always do like I did and buy 2 Comet GTs and have one of each... :D

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  6. 1973Maverick357

    1973Maverick357 Cooler then a Camaro

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    I doubt he is still looking for rims 3 years later.
     
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    OOPS.. sorry.. didnt mean to put my foot in my mouth. Im sure they look great. I must have got the bad ones. We all cant like the same thing anyway-- how boring would that be. Anyway.. Im sorry if I offended. Im here to make friends not dig a hole. :)
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    oh geez.. didnt see the date-- I should just shut up now and read posts but not respond.
     
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    ur free to post w/e u want, and are always welcome to :Handshake


    just some posts are older than others and are from the archives. no harm, no foul. just check out the dates on the posts when looking around ;)
     
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    Oh no your fine.. You didnt see the date im sure almost everybody has brought up an old post by now.. And not everybody likes the same rims they might not even be the same rims you guys are talking about.Hope to see you post much more.


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    I recently bought a 73 Comet GT and it has 14" * 7 wheels from a 67 Cougar w/ beauty rings. I think they are vry similiar to Magnum but they are painted steel gray & blk w/ center 2 1/8" center caps. It had 245 * 60 on rear and 195 * 70 front. I was thinkin about buyin some new 15/16/ or 17 inch wheels but after looking at all the fitment issues I have read abt here w/ the spacers and stuff, I did not want the hassle.
    I put 225*70's rear 195*70's front. I got the taller 70 size for a little softer ride and a little less rpm @ 70mph abt (2500) w/ C4. I gave up a little in handling but a little better ride and no tire rubbing, spacers, etc.,- just no tire rotation either.
    I like the looks of the Cougar wheels-- they will likely be on the car for sometime.
     
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    I know it's an old post but just wanted to say I like the magnums (chrome), that's whats going on mine. I going to use 235/60/14 on the back and 215 or 205/70/14 in front, and hope to lower it in the front and back a couple inches. Wish list would be a nice set of weld wheels.
     
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