22" rims on a 89 vert....
01-20-2007, 12:40 PM
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Car: 1990 IROC-Z (De-Badged-Carbon Hood)
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22" rims on a 89 vert....
To each his own......
This beauty was found on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-...QQcmdZViewItem
This beauty was found on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-...QQcmdZViewItem
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Car: 89 IROC
Engine: 305 TPI / ZZ4 cam
Transmission: Stage 2 700R4, LS1 driveshaft
Axle/Gears: Strange 3.42 w/ Auburn
Classic example of bigger is not necessarily better. Like you car more.
01-22-2007, 02:32 AM
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Car: 83 Z28, 88 Iroc
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If you guys notice the parking job wasn't that hot. I am sure it took alot of rubbing, and alot of small turns, and alot of backing up and forward to get into that posistion.
Ohh BTW...
L M F A O WTF?
Ohh BTW...
L M F A O WTF?
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Man, with all that ground clearance you could put whatever exhaust system under there and not have a single problem! 
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ground clearance would be the only reason I would put 18s-20s on my ride. I mean anything larger that isnt tastefullu done, just breaks the sanctimonious bond between 3rd gen driver and their ride.
02-20-2007, 10:30 AM
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Mr. IROC-Z, how big are your rims? They are the perfect size for your car! Is it lowered at all?
02-27-2007, 12:27 AM
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Car: 86 IROC w/Danko bodykit, 1988 iroc vert, 1989 k1500 pickup 6" lift and 35" tires, 2002 chevy tahoe z71
Engine: 383 stealth ram, 305 tpi, 350 tbi, 5.3l
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wow that was bad
02-27-2007, 12:33 AM
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Car: 87 GTA
Engine: L98
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: Dana M78 3.27 posi
You know...It's just WRONG to even post that pic, and subject our eyes to that!
Now...Where's my lawyer? I think I have retinal damage...
Now...Where's my lawyer? I think I have retinal damage...
02-27-2007, 02:40 PM
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Car: 1985 Camaro/89 Merkur XR4Ti
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whoever put those rims on doesnt deserve to drive an american car.....
Things like this make me cry myself to sleep at night.
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02-28-2007, 12:34 AM
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Car: 1990 IROC-Z (De-Badged-Carbon Hood)
Engine: Superram 383
Transmission: T-56 w/upgraded Viper Internals
Axle/Gears: 3.73 18x8 and 18x11 irocs
LMFAO!!! Read what someone wrote about it on the ebay auction "question and answer"
" Q: Thank you - I had been searching for the ugliest Camaro I could fine on EBay - and there your's is!
Jan-20-07
A: You just dont have any taste. But since you found what you were looking for please dont hesitate to bid! "
But it did get $6k...so not bad...hopefully the new owner will restore the car to it former beauty.
" Q: Thank you - I had been searching for the ugliest Camaro I could fine on EBay - and there your's is!
Jan-20-07
A: You just dont have any taste. But since you found what you were looking for please dont hesitate to bid! "
But it did get $6k...so not bad...hopefully the new owner will restore the car to it former beauty.
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Car: 87 GTA
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Gotta admit...Buy it for $6k, sell the wheels & tires for $2k, buy some REAL wheels & tires (might already have an extra set), and you've got a $4k 'vert! Reasonable, if the car is in good shape otherwise, and a TPI. If the wheels & tires are in good shape, they should be easy to sell, unfortunately.
I just looked over the eBay ad...With that VIN, it's a TBI car, of course it's a 305 (being a vert, unless it was swapped)...Too much for that car after all...Nice stereo, I guess, but still...
I just looked over the eBay ad...With that VIN, it's a TBI car, of course it's a 305 (being a vert, unless it was swapped)...Too much for that car after all...Nice stereo, I guess, but still...
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02-28-2007, 01:59 AM
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who would do that to their such a pretty car!?!Mr. Iroc Z, i remember that name and I remember the car most definitely. I can remember who all I met at those norcal gatherings. man its been a long time since i have been here
your car is looking beautiful as always
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Car: 1991 Z28 convertible built 3/1/1990
Engine: Cammed 6.0L LSX
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: custom Ford 8.8", 4.10 gears
You know what I noticed about those wheels...other than they induce vomit?
They really make the car look like a top-chopped car, they make the windows look TINY.
They really make the car look like a top-chopped car, they make the windows look TINY.
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at least he doestn have to worry bout his front bumper valance and air dam
03-01-2007, 10:41 AM
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how could someone do that to that car. they definatly have no taste and have no idea when something is to much. who would buy that for 6k, i know with those rims i wouldn't buy it. my car has a bad paint job and if i parked next to that thing it would make my car look pretty good, so i guess it would be useful for something.
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Re: 22" rims on a 89 vert....
When you say extensive lowering...is that more than just aftermarket springs that lower 1-2"?
We just bought 18x8" American Racing Iroc Chrome Replica Rims and BF Goodrich KDW2 245/18/40 and weren't sure if we could lower it (thought it would rub on corners et. al). Haven't put the wheels on yet...car is being painted right now. I am afraid there is going to be a big gap between the tire and fender well. Would I have to do any other mods if I just lowered a little - 1-2"? Not sure I want it as low as yours but I don't want it to look like she is on stilts.
Thanks for your help!
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More info in my vBGarage and pics of my wheels and tires: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/vbga...ber-63078.html
05-15-2007, 12:46 PM
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Re: 22" rims on a 89 vert....
Mr. IROC-Z,
When you say extensive lowering...is that more than just aftermarket springs that lower 1-2"?
We just bought 18x8" American Racing Iroc Chrome Replica Rims and BF Goodrich KDW2 245/18/40 and weren't sure if we could lower it (thought it would rub on corners et. al). Haven't put the wheels on yet...car is being painted right now. I am afraid there is going to be a big gap between the tire and fender well. Would I have to do any other mods if I just lowered a little - 1-2"? Not sure I want it as low as yours but I don't want it to look like she is on stilts.
Thanks for your help!
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More info in my vBGarage and pics of my wheels and tires: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/vbga...ber-63078.html
When you say extensive lowering...is that more than just aftermarket springs that lower 1-2"?
We just bought 18x8" American Racing Iroc Chrome Replica Rims and BF Goodrich KDW2 245/18/40 and weren't sure if we could lower it (thought it would rub on corners et. al). Haven't put the wheels on yet...car is being painted right now. I am afraid there is going to be a big gap between the tire and fender well. Would I have to do any other mods if I just lowered a little - 1-2"? Not sure I want it as low as yours but I don't want it to look like she is on stilts.
Thanks for your help!
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More info in my vBGarage and pics of my wheels and tires: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/vbga...ber-63078.html
That being said, I ordered Global West 800lb springs for the front and 160lb springs in the rear. I then started cutting coils until I got the stance I wanted. The heavy duty springs allow for a firm ride yet forgiveable ride, but they don't let the car bottom out.
Also, I noticed that you went with 40 series tires. In my opinion, you should have gotten a 45 series tire. The bigger sidewall fills in the wheels wells nicer.
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Re: 22" rims on a 89 vert....
18" wheels are now on. I think you were right on the 45 series. I think it could be lowered a little to snug them up. Thoughts?
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06-29-2007, 10:40 PM
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Car: 89 formula, 89 Cadillac Brougham
Engine: 355,HSR,patriot alum. heads,TFS cam
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Re: 22" rims on a 89 vert....
wheels, tires, and car look great, but the 4x4 stance has to go. 2" springs and you're golden.
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