SLAP A G-BODY OWNER

[86-blk442]

The only real issue I have with big wheels is that they put unnecessary stress on the suspension, frame and body of the car that the car was not meant to handle. If someone further down the line wanted to return that car to stock configuration, they would be wasting their time because the stress added by the big wheels weakened the body, frame and suspension permanently.

So do the high horsepower motors that people swap into these cars on a pretty regular basis. In pure stock form, these cars weren't built to handle that kind of power. That's why you should also do the supporting modifications for whatever you change/customize.

I agree, you need to support whatever you do to YOUR vehicle. My 442 might look factory, but look under it and realize the suspension is 100% Spoon components. I put a bigger engine in and supported it with a beefed up trans, drive shaft, and suspension.

I will absolutely say the big wheels aren't for me. But I that's me. Some might hate on me because I changed a 442. Nothing is stock or original besides the black and silver paint scheme. But I don't care I own it its my cash.

So before we all go arguing and name calling. Why not respect everyone's tastes, and ideas. At the end of the day this is a G BODY forum, for ALL types of G bodies. There are no limits on what people can do to their rides. We're all supposed to be a family and community to help one another out.

 

[Qdub24]

So before we all go arguing and name calling. Why not respect everyone's tastes, and ideas. At the end of the day this is a G BODY forum, for ALL types of G bodies. There are no limits on what people can do to their rides. We're all supposed to be a family and community to help one another out.

Which I do, but it's definitely not reciprocated. Lots of people PM me with various questions about big rims, fitment, suspension pieces, and whatnot. I have no problem helping guys out. I just get tired of people degrading my passion because it isn't the same as theirs. I like going fast too, that's why all my old schools have big blocks. I spend a lot of time on the street/strip racing and spectating. I just so happen to like big rims too.

 

[BPTTONE420012]

I think its dumb and a waist of money and a good car . But not my money not my car so not my choice . I just point and laugh and keep on driving .

I don't believe ur story either by the way and think its highly fictional . But just my opinion , also like ur car think the flames are played out . But again not my car or money so not my choice .

car was recently purchased and came with that paint scheme, not my choice of paint, and she will be re-painted... also, it did happen, when me and a bunch of my friends met up at dunkin on main st in the north end and chris brought his friend rohan, and rohan did not share the same opinion i do... and me and rohan are now friends... we all meet up every month... we try every week, but i dont always go cause well, i have 3yr old and she comes first... but yeah, next time we meet up i will yake a picture of his donk mobile...

 

[crucial118]

I agree with the fact that most don't think of suspension, frame, brake, etc. upgrades until last. People usually put on the big wheels first, or put a more powerful engine in, then think of collateral upgrades. People either want to look good or go fast. They don't usually upgrade the other stuff until more money is available or they break something. I love cars that are tastefully done, whether big rims or crazy power plants. Don't really care for flames or lift kits, but to each their own. That's why I got into this hobby and love car shows. Everyone has their thing for cars and I love to see it.

 

[86-blk442]

So before we all go arguing and name calling. Why not respect everyone's tastes, and ideas. At the end of the day this is a G Body forum, for ALL types of G bodies. There are no limits on what people can do to their rides. We're all supposed to be a family and community to help one another out.

Which I do, but it's definitely not reciprocated. Lots of people PM me with various questions about big rims, fitment, suspension pieces, and whatnot. I have no problem helping guys out. I just get tired of people degrading my passion because it isn't the same as theirs.

I know you do. You have commented on my 442 a couple times over the years and its appreciated. My comment was more directed at the guys who hate on the things like big wheels, and call it ghetto. I have seen a few cars with these big wheels and they usually have some pretty nasty power plants to go with them. I wouldn't hate on one if I saw it. Some of them probably move out better than most of our "normal" g body rides.

 

[pontiacgp]

if you guys are really interested in discussing this can you please do a search on the numerous threads that have already covered this subject so you won't be repeating what has already been posted. If you have something new let us know

 

[307 Regal]

(5 posts after I hit reply. wow. haha)

At the end of the day this is a G BODY forum, for ALL types of G bodies. There are no limits on what people can do to their rides. We're all supposed to be a family and community to help one another out.

^This.
BPTTONE420012, I know you're still kinda new here so I'm not gonna blame you for trying. But this same topic has been re-hashed so many times in the past. It always ends with an argument and usually a locked thread. Sure there are a lot of people who'd agree with you (maybe a small majority) but to a lot of people (including some of the forum moderators) this kind of thread just becomes an eye sore.
For the most part, we all try to get along on this forum despite our differences. We have a pretty good rep on the internet for it.

PS: It's kinda funny to me seeing qdub and gp making playful jabs at each other knowing how many times they've been around the block about this. You guys can count me in on that trip to the donut shop; I'll tell you how to put neon lights under your seats and you can both shake your heads at that instead. :lol:

 

[Qdub24]

if you guys are really interested in discussing this can you please do a search on the numerous threads that have already covered this subject so you won't be repeating what has already been posted. If you have something new let us know

I just saved a ton of money by switching to Geico

 

[GP403]

I'm having a strange case of dejavu here. I realize the OP just joined a few days ago, and isn't aware of the, uh, history of this particular topic on the site. You've got an opinion, I've got an opinion, everyone's got an opinion. About your car, their car.... That's fine, I get it. You could paint your car pink with bedazzled flowers on it for all I care, doesn't mean I'm going to like it, doesn't mean I have to like it. If someone not liking your car gets you all put out of sorts, you should probably take a step back or something.

The line gets drawn at the stereotyping and everything that goes along with it. So, I'm hesitant to let this thread continue, because I know how it will probably end.... but be respectful at a minimum.

 

[pontiacgp]

if you guys are really interested in discussing this can you please do a search on the numerous threads that have already covered this subject so you won't be repeating what has already been posted. If you have something new let us know

I just saved a ton of money by switching to Geico