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Old 08-23-2012, 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by firebirdmi View Post
Just pre-ordered two of the 8" rims. If you look earlier in the thread I documented installation of the 9" rims on my 68 Firebird and found an 8" would be perfect. This means I will have (2) excellent condition 9" rims available for sale in October for those looking to save some coin.
I thought it looked great with those 9" wheels in front. I didnt see it as a "low rider" look at all. More like a mean, wide stance road racer look. Its your car, but I thought it looked awesome!

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1970 GTO 458 CID .040 over 4 Bolt 428 Block, Forged Eagle 455 Crank, 295 CFM SD KRE D-Ports, SD Old Faithful HR Cam + Comp HR Lifters, PPR Maxx-lite rods, Racetec pistons, PRW 1.65 SS Rockers, 900CFM Holley HP TBI, Performer RPM, Hooker Super Comps, 3" X-Pipe into 2.5" mufflers/tailpipes, 2.75 1st TH400, Continental 13" Converter, 8.5" 3.08 Posi.
Everything installed, fired up and tuning has begun!