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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: 360view] #3108619
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Originally Posted by 360view
Looks like something the current US Secretary of Transportation would approve of.

Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: forphorty] #3108633
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Electric conversion.


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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: SattyNoCar] #3108756
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Originally Posted by Satilite73


Electric conversion.


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Thread winner!
To those that prefer 14 and 15" wheels, good for you. I want my car to respond like a newer car so I'll stick with my 18" wheels.
No eyelashes on headlights for me. No GM engines but I'll gladly embrace some hybrid Ford brakes and Tremec transmissions.
Back in the 80s, there was a love versus hate thing for jacked up rear ends, sidepipes, roof visors, curb feelers, N-50-15s and wild graphics.




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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: Kern Dog] #3108785
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I actually like the jacked up rear/slapper bar/N50 look. It's likely why the big wing/fart can thing doesn't bother me.

I don't care for anything larger than 15s on a 60s/70s car, but that's just personal preference. 18s on a car like yours make all of the sense in the world.

And if I ever do get my 60s/70s Cadillac or Lincoln, I'm dropping it 1.5 in the front, 2 in the rear, and putting curb feelers on it. laugh2


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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: not_a_charger] #3108875
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New trucks with the tires and wheels sticking out of the fenders a foot or more.. I was considering custom wheels for my 21 Ram it appears nobody makes a custom wheel with a stock offset...


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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: WS68SSC] #3108928
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Chrome "spinner" hubcaps
Huge wooden center consoles in 30s/40s/50s cars
18"/20" LX wheels on old cars
Stance cars- narrow tires pulled over wide wheels, then negative camber galore

Is this cool in some way???

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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: CrAzYMoPaRGuY] #3108939
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if that car were mine, i would paint the wheels red, then run 5" stacks up the back with "flappers" on 'em at the top............... laugh2
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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: CrAzYMoPaRGuY] #3108949
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Originally Posted by CrAzYMoPaRGuY
Chrome "spinner" hubcaps
Huge wooden center consoles in 30s/40s/50s cars
18"/20" LX wheels on old cars
Stance cars- narrow tires pulled over wide wheels, then negative camber galore

Is this cool in some way???

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It look like Godzilla stepped on it!


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Pump gas, n/a, through the mufflers on street tires with 3.54's. 3,600 lbs.

9.92 @ 135mph with a 350 shot of nitrous and 93 octane pump. 1.43 60 ft. 3,750 lbs.

Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: GY3] #3108962
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I actually like the 70s trends on classic cars....for the sake of appearance. I wouldn't do it to my car but I like seeing others.
Body modifications to 68-70 Chargers are a sacrilege. I cannot see any way that these bodies can be improved by shrinking or stretching anything. I've seen mods done to 3rd gen B bodies and am okay with it. Dave KIndig did a 67 Coronet and shortened the A pillars and to me, that was an improvement.
For me, I wanted a blend of all aspects of performance while staying as close to stock parts as I could. Dr Diff "Ford" based brakes, Tremec "Ford" based transmission. My wheels were chosen for the size and styling because I wanted good performance tires and a classic 5 spoke style.

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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: Kern Dog] #3108978
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Those are probably the nicest looking larger than 15's I've seen on any muscle car. They really look sharp.

I was considering doing the resto-mod treatment to my 78 Trans Am, but I knew I'd want to keep the stock 15 inch snowflake wheels, which would limit my braking options.


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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: not_a_charger] #3109015
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Thank you.
I wanted a wheel that looked like a classic design that evolved a little over time.
'78 Trans Am....I do like the GM F bodies from 70-81. The fender grilles, fins, flares and spoilers look really cool to me.
Years back I read a magazine article about the Trans Am models...The writer stated that owning a Trans Am is like hanging out with Andrew Dice Clay....He had a great time with it but often felt like he had to make excuses for it. I liked the styling though...much better than the plain Firebird models.

Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: Kern Dog] #3109040
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Yeah, even with the W-72 engine option, it was only a whopping 220 hp. Was a 4 speed with t-tops, though, so fun to drive. Handled really well too. And you're right about the appearance. Young and old alike loved that car. Something about the t-tops, the screaming chicken on the hood, etc. We'd take it to my daughter's soccer games, and kids would go nuts over it.


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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: CrAzYMoPaRGuY] #3109065
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Originally Posted by CrAzYMoPaRGuY
Chrome "spinner" hubcapsj
Huge wooden center consoles in 30s/40s/50s cars
18"/20" LX wheels on old cars
Stance cars- narrow tires pulled over wide wheels, then negative camber galore

Is this cool in some way???

[Linked Image]


That’s the worst.

Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: Pacnorthcuda] #3109096
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Yeah, I don't like that either. It clearly is a matter of form over function since no car would handle better when set up like that.
There are some Japanese trends that are odd....the extended spoilers and flares are the most outrageous to me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEeQqPRyD-g&ab_channel=Tpa84

Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: Kern Dog] #3109147
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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: Sniper] #3109194
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Chevy cowl hood scoops on Mopars

Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: WS68SSC] #3109277
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Originally Posted by WS68SSC
Chevy cowl hood scoops on Mopars


...and that's when the fight started. laugh2


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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: not_a_charger] #3109509
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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: cudaman1969] #3109511
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Re: Name a car modification that people think is cool, but isn't [Re: not_a_charger] #3109546
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I have to keep checking back t see how many dumb modifications I've made on my truck.

So far, only 2 or 3 dumb things, according to the masses. Either I'm doing OK, or I better get busy, depending on the goal.. up, whiney,. shruggy or stirthepot

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