20's photos

[BurnsOut]

hey quick question.

I took my 05 gto into a tire rim shop. they said that they could hook me up with some Maas 20's, and they would fit. I told him he would prob have to roll the fenders, he said dont worry about it he wont.

here are the pictures

http://wayneswheels2000.com/MAAS.html

the one I am looking at is the 023MB 20" M23

he is gonna wrap them in Nitto low pro.

total price rims and tires around 1700.


so what do you guys think? is this possible to put this 20's?

thank you

[Tiresmoker]

Why would anyone screw up a great car like the GTO with 20"s..you must like ghetto mobiles or only be 18 years old!

[Magnified]

I woudln't go with 20 inch wheels myself, but good luck. It'll depend on the width. If you stay narrow you shouldn't have to roll.

LR

[mach5288]

As for the 20s fitting, it can work if you have the right offsets and super low profile tires, I believe there are a couple Goats around with 20s. Also, 20s really aren't a good idea on a performance car, they're heavy and your ride quality is going to go way downhill, but if you just want to cruise I suppose it wouldn't be that big of a deal. If you are stuck on the MAAS wheels though, I would go with the M21 or M24 in 18s, or maybe 19s... The M23 looks like a truck/suv wheel and I don't think it would look right/good on a Goat. The styling of the MAAS wheels along with the black and or chrome is too "Bling" for my taste on the GTO, but to each his own, you have a black car so it might work. If you wanted chrome, Beyern 5s are probably my favorite chrome wheel on the GTO.

Personally, I would look at some more options before spending that kind of cash.

[DeepBlueZ]

bad ride quality

increased rotational mass

nearly guaranteed rubbing issues

thief magnet

too blingy



just my $.02

[Quantim0]

Go buy an Escalade. Or a 85 Caprice.

[Doric]

Why would anyone screw up a great car like the GTO with 20"s..you must like ghetto mobiles or only be 18 years old!
There are more tactful ways to say what you're thinking, sir.

[ddawson]

GTO on 20's looks pretty good on his ride, but I have 19's and the 30 serials profile doesn’t leave much rubber between the rim and the pavement.

Otherwise so long as you don’t go too wide and get the correct diameter tire they should fit fine with the correct offset.

BTW almost every post I’ve read on here were the tire shop says don’t worry about it, have rubbing issues. Just make sure you can return them if they don’t fit correctly.

[John Doe]

You will kill your performance, and a wheel that size serves no function other than looks. Good Luck.

[TurkeyHawk]

The 021C M21's would look nice in either 18" or 19".

[axles of evil]

please no ... no 20s.

i like my wheels like i like my women... 18s and under.

[CaliGTO]

I kinda like the rims, but not on a goat.

Take some pictures and post them up when you have them.

[BlkGoatLV]

If your gonna go with 20s, be sure to upgrade your brakes. Otherwise you'll be changing pads and rotors every 3 months.

[lift4life82]

I wouldn't go past 18's on a goat.

[Chilly Palmer]

Those look truck wheels and ghetto-fabulous. And they will look bad on a GTO, they're just too big. And it says they're for FWD??

I would get some rims that make your CAR look good, not wheels that try to be their own bling show.

[axles of evil]

I would get some rims that make your CAR look good, not wheels that try to be their own bling show.

:mswerd: i totally agree. wheels are to compliment the car, the car shouldnt compliment the wheels.

[6.OWNED]

just wait till you hit a pothole with rubber bands for tires just to make them fit

[Kingsize]

please no ... no 20s.

i like my wheels like i like my women... 18s and under.

You are sick! :confused: What the hell is wrong with you! :(

[ShaneD_06GTO]

please no ... no 20s.

i like my wheels like i like my women... 18s and under.

Rims are 18" and up, no sittin on minors.

[Kilboy82]

18's are the way to go... you can find a lot of nice looking rims that will really compliment your car. And you should spend no more than what you are planning to spend for these. Besides the idea of "wow I'm riding on 20's" why do you want rims that large?

I don't mean for that to sound like a d*ck statement but I'm sure you dont want to put an appearance mod on a performance car that takes away from it performance.

[HORTENSE]

you want 20's on your ryde? trade your GTO in for a charger or 300c

[rotten23]

I'm not sure if they'll fit because you didn't include how wide the wheels were or what the offset was either. Looking at those wheels though and thinking of them on a GTO makes me want to :barf: :barf: :barf: :barf: . I personally think that 18's would be a better choice though. Good luck if you go with them though.

[City Goat]

While your at it throw in some chrome molding all around. :barf:

[johnnyrocket]

I wouldn't go past 18's on a goat.
+2:thumbs: Oh crap I have 19s:damnyou:

[axles of evil]

You are sick! :confused: What the hell is wrong with you! :(

im pretty sure theres a long list of things...

but in all reality, it was a joke.

[BreytonGTO]

I'd recommend staying with 18"s or 19"s max. Also I wouldn't base your judgement on those pictures from your link. That company was too cheap to even install them on a vehicle. Every picture was photo shopped. I have people ask me the size of my rims all the time and they are only 18"s.

[camaronx]

I had 20's on my 99 t/a and i think it looked great. They were heavy as $hit but it didn't seem to hurt performance--i wanted to try them on my gto but i thought the bolt pattern was to far off to even try--now i kinda wished i woulda at least tried them on because i've seen many ws6 rims,(17's) on gto's so the bolt pattern must not be that far off. Go to the aussie websites for numerous pics of 20's on monaros/gto's and i remember a time when everyone said 20's on t/a's camaros was crazy now all kinds of people have them but i am with the crowd on this one--there is no room at all for big wheel/tire combos unless you wanna creep around at 20 mph and watch for every pothole

[GagToe]

Get the offsets, so we can say, no, they won't fit.

[omologato]

There are more tactful ways to say what you're thinking, sir.

say no to 20's

That is his tact. But a more soften version...

Why wouldst thou defile a great car like the GTO with 20"s..thou must take to a run-down and densely populated area lived in by a group that experiences discrimination that may reflect ones vehicle or only be 18 years old.

explanation point removed to ease the delivery.

[pharmdgto]

There are more tactful ways to say what you're thinking, sir.

yeah but I personally liked the way he expressed it....LOL

[Kingsize]

Here's a Twin Turbo Monaro in Dyno testing. I think they look Good. Not my style, but good none the less. Do what you want... but if you do, try to get the lightest ones possible!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn_lRa4DkoE

Here are some pics of the same car!

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/192/gtowith20in chwheelsmt2.jpg

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/4827/gtowith20i nchwheels1ve4.jpg

[multistrada74]

in a word............TACKY

[BurnsOut]

thanks lol, ya after actually thinking it through I realize im def. not getting 20's . I just wanted to throw the idea up wasnt sure. So now im going to be looking at 18's and 19's. I like really slick and clean looking rims, I dont want to have something flashy, and I dont want something thats for only performance.

if you guys can throw some ideas out there, like combos i'd like that
ive never bought rims before so im new to it

thanks

[City Goat]

thanks lol, ya after actually thinking it through I realize im def. not getting 20's . I just wanted to throw the idea up wasnt sure. So now im going to be looking at 18's and 19's. I like really slick and clean looking rims, I dont want to have something flashy, and I dont want something thats for only performance.

if you guys can throw some ideas out there, like combos i'd like that
ive never bought rims before so im new to it

thanks

Top shelf is having a sale on AZA 19'' this week/month/whenever

Call up and talk to Sean, they have some good deals on nice looking rims.

[Kingsize]

thanks lol, ya after actually thinking it through I realize im def. not getting 20's . I just wanted to throw the idea up wasnt sure. So now im going to be looking at 18's and 19's. I like really slick and clean looking rims, I dont want to have something flashy, and I dont want something thats for only performance.

if you guys can throw some ideas out there, like combos i'd like that
ive never bought rims before so im new to it

thanks

CCW's... There 19" wheels have a deep lip and there fairly light...:turbonaug
http://www.ccwheel.com/files/wheelprofiles.php

[City Goat]

Linky to the top shelf sale: http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1225 09

[Kingsize]

Top shelf is having a sale on AZA 19'' this week/month/whenever

Call up and talk to Sean, they have some good deals on nice looking rims.

AZA Wheels don't have nor do they make the correct offset... You will have to cut or roll your fenders if you go with anything wider than 8"... Happy Hunting!

[nutiger]

20's just don't cut it on the GTO but wayneswheels2000 has some nice wheels. I like the MAAS 021C M21 design too.

[Midnight]

For more thoughts on 20s, check this thread from the appearance section:

http://www.ls2gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1219 45

It starts out innocent enough, but gets to be rather humorous. :gr_devil:

[Kingsize]

For more thoughts on 20s, check this thread from the appearance section:

http://www.ls2gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1219 45

It starts out innocent enough, but gets to be rather humorous. :gr_devil:

HAHAHAHAHAHA... Makes me want to go out and buy 20's just to piss people off! Really now who cares what someone may want! I say go :gears:, then come home and do some :drink:, Have a good time :boink:, then get some :zzz:, and wake up with a :sick:. That thread should have been removed. It makes me want to :barf:. Just my $00.02.

[Midnight]

... That thread should have been removed. It makes me want to :barf:. Just my $00.02.

Same here, except the "looking for a fight redneck" in me just couldn't resist poking that dude. In a way, I'm sorry, but not really! :stormtrooper:

[Konnie the Goat]

All i know is i can't wait for the 13" 100 spoke gold daytons w/ knock offs to come back in style, now then rimz was gansta, playa.

[Tiresmoker]

There are more tactful ways to say what you're thinking, sir.

That's as tactful as I get for someone about to ruin a nice car...who asked you?

[GTOOOOOH]

I personally wouldn't do it. But, while you're getting the 20's I would also suggest a rag-top, curb-feelers, mirror tint, air-bag suspension, and 5 pa-horns on the rear deck to blast Lowrider.

[ddawson]

That's as tactful as I get for someone about to ruin a nice car...who asked you?

LOL, the Moderator was dropping you a small hint that it was a tad harsh….. :)

[6.0-GTO]

Here's a Twin Turbo Monaro in Dyno testing. I think they look Good. Not my style, but good none the less. Do what you want... but if you do, try to get the lightest ones possible!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn_lRa4DkoE

Here are some pics of the same car!

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/192/gtowith20in chwheelsmt2.jpg

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/4827/gtowith20i nchwheels1ve4.jpg


Anyone know what rims those are?

[J'Twank06'GTO']

bad idea that is not a GTO look! might as well put pop trunk and screens all thru it!

[Kingsize]

Anyone know what rims those are?

Sure don't bro! You could probably call these guys and find out though!
http://www.autotechengineering.com.au/index.php :)

[brada]

I'm not a fan of 20s on a Goat either. They are listed as a FWD rim though, does that matter? Whats the difference in wheels that are listed as FWD only or FWD/RWD?

[GagToe]

Look at TSW's they have some nice reasonably priced rims that will bolt up, or you can stagger them and have to have fenders rolled/drag bags but very nice set up.

[_.:LS1GTO:._]

The size you go with is a matter of fitment and preference. There are several Goats on 20's and even more haters. Do what you like because in the end only you have to like it.

[Impulse]

I personally wouldn't go with a 20 inch - biggest I'd go would be a 18 or 19. Just my personal preference.

I think these 20s look pretty good though:

http://liveu-80.vo.llnwd.net/vidilife/image/2006/5/2/541560/105 3780L.JPG
http://liveu-79.vo.llnwd.net/vidilife/image/2006/5/2/541560/105 3779L.JPG

JMHO. :)

[jzEllis]

From what i've seen with the autotech car and some other manaros and commadores with 20s in Australia, i think its a nice look and give the car a far more leaner look.

The catch is finding wheels that complemint the car and not fight it for the attention of onlookers. Face it, these days 20's don't get anyones attention anymore especially not the"bling bling" crowd's. If size is your gauge for attention getting rims then 20s are 6 inches to short!

[jzEllis]

The size you go with is a matter of fitment and preference. There are several Goats on 20's and even more haters. Do what you like because in the end only you have to like it.

DITTO!!!:mswerd:

[itslow]

I've got 19/20's on one of my Impalas, but just don't think those sizes of wheels "fit" the size of the GTO's fenders very well. 18's are "just right" on these cars.

[BreytonGTO]

Another thing to keep in mind if someone does decide to get 20"s is the sidewall on the tire is so small you will literally ruin the rims within a year of having them. They will be so bent and warped from the abuse of the road that it will almost be impossible to balance them.

The KHS 20"s on my fathers Deville were almost instantly warped. Also the Breyton Magic 19x10"s on our 540i Sport are ruined from having to sacrafice tire size to fit.

[axles of evil]

I personally wouldn't go with a 20 inch - biggest I'd go would be a 18 or 19. Just my personal preference.

I think these 20s look pretty good though:



JMHO. :)


yeah i like that one ...

[630_GTO]

something that always blows my mind is "DUBS" on muscle cars...if you buy a GTO you buying performance.....then if you wana throw 4 20"s on there you might as well ride w 2 full kegs in your trunk all the time, only most people like the kegs more...not to mention we get what 14-17mpg? now ull be getting like ten, im normally not one to put in an opinion unless its good, i just dont know why you buy a muscle car then make it slower, 18s ok, maybe 19s, but 20s....but at least you changed your mind...in the words of captin hook "Good Form"

[BIGRED1]

something that always blows my mind is "DUBS" on muscle cars...if you buy a GTO you buying performance.....then if you wana throw 4 20"s on there you might as well ride w 2 full kegs in your trunk all the time, only most people like the kegs more...not to mention we get what 14-17mpg? now ull be getting like ten, im normally not one to put in an opinion unless its good, i just dont know why you buy a muscle car then make it slower, 18s ok, maybe 19s, but 20s....but at least you changed your mind...in the words of captin hook "Good Form"

I have had both on my current goat. I went to the 18's purely for the width and offset. You statements are not based on experience. My mileage was the same as now and if there was a loss in power due to the 20's I had, it was not noticeable in the least. They weighed maybe 4-5 pounds more than the 18 inch thruxtons I have now. The ride was slightly more harsh than now but not tremeandously different. I never bent my rims at all in fact I will be selling the whole setup soon, and I defiantly drove it hard. So here is an educated, experienced opinion. If you like em then buy em and who cares what anyone else thinks.

[Kingsize]

I have had both on my current goat. I went to the 18's purely for the width and offset. You statements are not based on experience. My mileage was the same as now and if there was a loss in power due to the 20's I had, it was not noticeable in the least. They weighed maybe 4-5 pounds more than the 18 inch thruxtons I have now. The ride was slightly more harsh than now but not tremeandously different. I never bent my rims at all in fact I will be selling the whole setup soon, and I defiantly drove it hard. So here is an educated, experienced opinion. If you like em then buy em and who cares what anyone else thinks.

+100,000,000,000,000,000 :thumbs: ...in the words of captin hook "Good Form" HaHa I love it!!! :)

[NewJerseyBandit]

Anyone know what rims those are?

Those rims are 20 inch Lenso LS5 wheels.
Link: http://www.lensowheel.com/ecatalog/

To be honest, they look pretty good on the monaro.
http://autospeed.drive.com.au/cms/A_2845/article.h tml

[YCV8]

I think it is each to their own. Some people like them some don't. Some guys here are putting 22s on Commodore utes. Hell, our factory HSVs (the GTS) come standard with 20s and I guarantee they won't be downgrading to 18s. I was at a dealer the other day and they had a GTS next to a clubsport R8 (which look very similar externally although the R8 has 19s) and the GTS just looked so much better with the 20s.

As for Monaros, there are plenty getting around Oz with 20s, and I think they look great. So much so I put 20s on mine. I've had them on for a year now and love the way they make the car look. I've never had a drama with handling or bent rims, although the ride is definitley firmer than the 18s that were stock. As for performance, I guess 20s will never be as good but I don't race on the street and if I go to the track I'd use different wheels and tyres anyway.

As I said each to their own and as mentioned previously, it depends a lot on the rim choice. Maybe it's a cultural thing, which is why you guys intitially got 17s and 18s more recently while the Oz GTOs get 19s and now HSVs get 20s. I see GTOs with 18s and some look too small for my liking, but some look fine.

20s....
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s.jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (1).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (2).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (4).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (5).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (8).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (10).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s (11).jpg
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s u.jpg

And here is a HSV ute with 22s. I think I'll compromise with you here and say 22s are pushing the limit a bit..
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/22s.jpg

[bleek]

[QUOTE=YCV8;2083869]I think it is each to their own. Some people like them some don't. Some guys here are putting 22s on Commodore utes. Hell, our factory HSVs (the GTS) come standard with 20s and I guarantee they won't be downgrading to 18s. I was at a dealer the other day and they had a GTS next to a clubsport R8 (which look very similar externally although the R8 has 19s) and the GTS just looked so much better with the 20s.

As for Monaros, there are plenty getting around Oz with 20s, and I think they look great. So much so I put 20s on mine. I've had them on for a year now and love the way they make the car look. I've never had a drama with handling or bent rims, although the ride is definitley firmer than the 18s that were stock. As for performance, I guess 20s will never be as good but I don't race on the street and if I go to the track I'd use different wheels and tyres anyway.

As I said each to their own and as mentioned previously, it depends a lot on the rim choice. Maybe it's a cultural thing, which is why you guys intitially got 17s and 18s more recently while the Oz GTOs get 19s and now HSVs get 20s. I see GTOs with 18s and some look too small for my liking, but some look fine.

20s....
http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/20s.jpg


God that red one is SOOOO hot. Post as many pics as you have of it. Is that anyone's on this board?

[YCV8]

God that red one is SOOOO hot. Post as many pics as you have of it. Is that anyone's on this board?

Thanks, that red one is mine. Here is a collage of some more photos for you.

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/collage monaro 1800x8002 copy.jpg

Here is a vid link I posted on this forum awhile back. The music is not everyone's fancy but it seemed to suit at the time.

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/munro next edition smaller.wmv

[bleek]

Absolutely gorgeous, just wondering...what are the offsets on your wheels? Do you ever get rubbing? What kind/size tires do you have?

[Silver-GTO-Monster]

This car is made for racing not for show

[1000devils]

this should complete the package
http://www.inspirationcostumehire.com.au/catalog/i mages/N2442%20Dollar%20Sign%20Ring%203%20Fingers.j pg

[Havoc]

Absolutely gorgeous, just wondering...what are the offsets on your wheels? Do you ever get rubbing? What kind/size tires do you have?

I would imagine there's nothing special about the offsets because the wheels don't appear to be much, if any, wider than factory; probably very close to the factory numbers.

Thanks, that red one is mine. Here is a collage of some more photos for you.

http://ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachment id=49101&stc=1&d=1167669741

Do you have any close-up shots of your Sat/Nav system? Appears to be a pretty clean install.

[CV8DRFT]

Thanks, that red one is mine. Here is a collage of some more photos for you.

Looks great YCV8!!! In addition to the wheel/tire question posted earlier. Could you please tell us what springs you're running (brand, amount of lowering, rate or part numbers if Pedders, King's, or Whiteline's) and any other suspension mods? You mentioned running on the track, how well does it work there?

Thanks!!!

:aus_flag:

[bleek]

This car is made for racing not for show

Some people care about getting their car down a quarter mile of pavement a tenth of a second faster, others would rather spend that money and make their car look good. Nothing wrong with either one.

[Havoc]

You mentioned running on the track, how well does it work there?

Thanks!!!

:aus_flag:

He didn't say he races it at the track! :confused:

As for performance, I guess 20s will never be as good but I don't race on the street and if I go to the track I'd use different wheels and tyres anyway.



This car is made for racing not for show

"MADE for racing"? lol With the exception of having a big engine, what evidence do you have of that?

The car weighs nearly 4000lbs, has a suspension that's neither idea for drag or road racing, and last but not least, requires a shoehorn to fit anything larger than 245's/265's. :rolleyes:

[stealth06gto]

YCV8- your car =:boink:

[YCV8]

this should complete the package
http://www.inspirationcostumehire.com.au/catalog/i mages/N2442%20Dollar%20Sign%20Ring%203%20Fingers.j pg

Hey 1000devils, Coming from someone who spent $$dollars to put an aftermarket bonnet on that looks worse than the factory one (IMHO) I'm not too worried that you don't like my wheels - hey how much faster did it go with the bonnet mod. :wiggle: ..and I think your wheels could do with some bling. Any higher at the front and you could go off-roading. Each to their own I guess! Enough banter, your car looks fine...honestly it does.

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j33/1000devils/I MG_0970-1.jpg


I would imagine there's nothing special about the offsets because the wheels don't appear to be much, if any, wider than factory; probably very close to the factory numbers.

Havoc, you are right on the mark. The wheels are slightly wider than stock (they 8.5inch). I will post the details in a thread below.

http://ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachment id=49101&stc=1&d=1167669741

Do you have any close-up shots of your Sat/Nav system? Appears to be a pretty clean install.

The SatNav system is the VDO Dayton system that I installed myself. This is the same system that is/was available from the factory (Holden) that you get if you tick the Satnav option. I got all the brackets and surrounds from Holden which is why is a neat fit. I bought a system off ebay and saved a heap. I also added a VDO Dayton Multimedia system (more BLING) and it allows DVDs, photos, MP3s to played through the system. I will post some pics up in a subsequent post.

Looks great YCV8!!! In addition to the wheel/tire question posted earlier. Could you please tell us what springs you're running (brand, amount of lowering, rate or part numbers if Pedders, King's, or Whiteline's) and any other suspension mods? You mentioned running on the track, how well does it work there?

Thanks!!!

:aus_flag:

This car is made for racing not for show

Yellow-GTO-Monster - I'm not sure which way you were going with that comment, but my car is made for driving not racing. It is a daily driver. If I wanted to race I would find myself something a little lighter like an EVO or WRX, but I love the V8 feel and sound and cruising in it. I don't race on the streets regardless.

Absolutely gorgeous, just wondering...what are the offsets on your wheels? Do you ever get rubbing? What kind/size tires do you have?

I get no rubbing, although I am about to go wider on the tyres, will let you know then. I will post details that I emailed to Kingsize upon his request - he must like Bling too. :)

YCV8- your car =:boink:

Thanks stealth. (I think)

He didn't say he races it at the track! :confused:


"MADE for racing"? lol With the exception of having a big engine, what evidence do you have of that?

The car weighs nearly 4000lbs, has a suspension that's neither idea for drag or road racing, and last but not least, requires a shoehorn to fit anything larger than 245's/265's. :rolleyes:

Right again Havoc. I don't race it at the track. I am looking at going to a track day in the near future but I have my stock wheels for that, and it would be for some fun and not serious. Most doing serious track work or running serious strip times aren't running on their street tyres anyway, they are using stickier/wider compounds. I agree with everything you said.

My car is a daily driver and I put the wheels on it because I think they look good and other than the odd person (and they are usually the ones that feel they need to be loudest which tells you something) that doesn't like them (it's always a size thing with them) I usually get positive comments. In the end I didn't put them on to for 1000devils satisfaction, only my own. And they weren't expensive.

[YCV8]

Looks great YCV8!!! In addition to the wheel/tire question posted earlier. Could you please tell us what springs you're running (brand, amount of lowering, rate or part numbers if Pedders, King's, or Whiteline's) and any other suspension mods? You mentioned running on the track, how well does it work there?

Thanks!!!

:aus_flag:


I have PM'd you the details I forwarded to Kingsize.

[YCV8]

I would imagine there's nothing special about the offsets because the wheels don't appear to be much, if any, wider than factory; probably very close to the factory numbers.



http://ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachment id=49101&stc=1&d=1167669741

Do you have any close-up shots of your Sat/Nav system? Appears to be a pretty clean install.

I will take some better photos for you this arvo.

The system is a VDO Dayton MS5400 and I have added an MC5400 multimedia system attached to a cheapy 6 stacker DVD player. I can play music DVDs through the system onto the screen and or a DVD full of MP3s. The units mount in the boot suspended from underneath the parcel shelf - Holden makes the brackets to fit.

I got the DVD, Satnav and MC5400 off ebay and got the surround, brackets from Holden. All Oz Monaros have all the satnav wiring installed, ie speed sensor, power, reverse, etc pre-installed and they run to a connector (white) which is mainted on the passenger side (left) just above the kick panel. I go the wiring details and just wired it in. I got the other half of the connector from a distributor in Melbourne Aus. It wasn't hard at all as I am far from experienced with any of this stuff.

[Rolencode GTO]

+2:thumbs: Oh crap I have 19s:damnyou:

It's ok johnny, I personally think 19's are perfect on our goats. I couldn't stand the ugly ass 17's that came with my goat. 18's are still kinda ok, but better than 17's.

Some 20's look pretty good on these cars too.

[Rolencode GTO]

Thanks, that red one is mine. Here is a collage of some more photos for you.

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/collage monaro 1800x8002 copy.jpg

Here is a vid link I posted on this forum awhile back. The music is not everyone's fancy but it seemed to suit at the time.

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/munro next edition smaller.wmv


Dude, your car looks bad ass!!

[Havoc]

I will take some better photos for you this arvo.

The system is a VDO Dayton MS5400 and I have added an MC5400 multimedia system attached to a cheapy 6 stacker DVD player. I can play music DVDs through the system onto the screen and or a DVD full of MP3s. The units mount in the boot suspended from underneath the parcel shelf - Holden makes the brackets to fit.

I got the DVD, Satnav and MC5400 off ebay and got the surround, brackets from Holden. All Oz Monaros have all the satnav wiring installed, ie speed sensor, power, reverse, etc pre-installed and they run to a connector (white) which is mainted on the passenger side (left) just above the kick panel. I go the wiring details and just wired it in. I got the other half of the connector from a distributor in Melbourne Aus. It wasn't hard at all as I am far from experienced with any of this stuff.

Thanks for all the details... ahh hah?! Holden surround and bracketing! No wonder it looks like it belongs there. Unfortunately it's doubtful our cars are equipped with any of the factory wiring for this. :(

... btw; great job on the car, inside and out! Clearly styled by someone who knows what the hell they're doing. :thumbs:

[YCV8]

Thanks for all the details... ahh hah?! Holden surround and bracketing! No wonder it looks like it belongs there. Unfortunately it's doubtful our cars are equipped with any of the factory wiring for this. :(

... btw; great job on the car, inside and out! Clearly styled by someone who knows what the hell they're doing. :thumbs:

You can still install them even if the satnav connector wasn't there. The VDO can be installed on any vehicle, they are/were the factory satnav in Europe on BMWs and Bentleys to name some. They are quite cheap too now. Fitting the screen wouldn't be a drama I don't think but mounting the unit in the boot would be prob as your boot is half the size thanks to the fuel tank relocation. I know of people fitting the satnav to utes and putting the unit under the seat.

[YCV8]

Dude, your car looks bad ass!!

Thanks Rolencode GTO.

I quite like the wheels on your GTO (pic in your avatar). Can you post a larger pic for us.

[YCV8]

Thanks for all the details... ahh hah?! Holden surround and bracketing! No wonder it looks like it belongs there. Unfortunately it's doubtful our cars are equipped with any of the factory wiring for this. :(

... btw; great job on the car, inside and out! Clearly styled by someone who knows what the hell they're doing. :thumbs:

Oh yeah and thanks for the compliment re the vehicle. Much appreciated, makes the all the money and effort a little more worth it when someone else appreciates your efforts rather than bag something because it's not their fancy.

[Magnified]

I give credit where credit is due - the red one is hands down the best looking car, of any kind, not just GTO, that I've ever seen on 20 inch wheels. I suspect it's because they don't LOOK like what most people normally see in a 20 inch wheel. Most of the other GTOs/Ozmobiles photoed show the standard bling bling rapper wheels (some with a drop for extra credit even!). So, the red is cool. Props to you.

LR

[ADIOS]

Thanks, that red one is mine. Here is a collage of some more photos for you.

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/collage monaro 1800x8002 copy.jpg

Here is a vid link I posted on this forum awhile back. The music is not everyone's fancy but it seemed to suit at the time.

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/munro next edition smaller.wmv

I like your car, looks good and I'm not a big fan of 20's either, but looks good on your car. I like to see a better pic of your gauges (center console) aftetrmarket?????

[k5james]

YCV8 - that thing is incredible. If you wouldn't mind sending me the info on your rims and tires as well, I'd apprecaite it. I think I finally found THE rims for my ride.

[GOATHEAD55]

Awsome

[stone4779]

what kind f rims are those & whats the offset?

What size tires?

Looks sweet!

[YCV8]

Awsome

Thanks guys..

Hey Goathead55 - love your plates.

[YCV8]

what kind f rims are those & whats the offset?

What size tires?

Looks sweet!

The wheels are made by a Chinese mob called CTW but the wheel types are called 'COOL'. They also go by the name Akuza (the brand that is). Before you cry 'Chinese', believe it or not they are the same company that makes and supplys GM Holden VZ wheels including the Monaro so they probably made your stock wheels.

Their web site is www.citictrading.com.au

My wheels are 20x8.5". At the moment I am only running 225/35s because they fit without any mods or any rubbing and the brand tyre I have is the same actual width as my stock 235s when compared right up against each other. I am planning on getting the rear guards rolled and going to go to 245s and hope they don't rub. I will have to get coil overs on the front to fit 245/35s I believe. 245/30 R20s might fit but 245/35 R20s are too tall and hit the front strut and will rub at the rear.

They do come in 19s which might be the best option BUT if you want some decent width but I noticed that the 19s are only 8" wide (which is same as standard).


They cost me the equivalent of approx US$2100 with tyres fitted so I can't tell how much they are on their own. Having said that the tyres are cheapies but have served me well so far - 1 year so far, they seem to grip okay.

The springs are Pedders, 1.5" lower at front and 1" lower at rear. I have not rim issues or rubbing issues however as mentioned above I am going to 245/30 R20s next set. I guess it will depend on your roads. If they are good then 20s are great, if the roads are rough and full of pot holes then I'd go 19s max. My roads are awesome here so not a drama (touch wood) and our HSV GTS comes stock with 20s now.

Hope that helps.

Size
Finish
PCD

19x8.0
Hyper Silver/Machine Lip
5x114.3/5x120

19x8.0
BlackMachine Lip /Chrome
5x114.3

19x8.0
Black/Machine Lip/Chrome
5x120

20x8.5
Hyper Silver/Machine Lip
5x114.3

20x8.5
Chrome
5x114.3 /5x120

[YCV8]

I wish you 20s haters would stop picking on my car... you're giving it a complex... it's now too ashamed to where the 20s. :wiggle:

http://members.iinet.net.au/~adsnmegs/LS1/car monroe 640.jpg

I posted this in a new thread but couldn't resist sharing it with you guys.

Not sure of the rim size sorry. :)

[YCV8]

Hey guys, I posted some more photos of my Monaro (with 20s of course) in a new thread (I didn't want to hijack this thread anymore than I already have).

Take a look if you are interested - they show the engine faded through the bonnet - edited on photoshop.

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2092 375#post2092375

[DA GOAT!]

This car is made for racing not for show

I'll race ya :stickpoke on my 20's!

[MonaroGto]

There are more tactful ways to say what you're thinking, sir.

I COULDN'T AGREE MORE!

[putergod]

Might want to save some cash for replacing bent rims every time you hit even the smallest pothole.

[DaGreightOne]

say no to 20's

That is his tact. But a more soften version...

Why wouldst thou defile a great car like the GTO with 20"s..thou must take to a run-down and densely populated area lived in by a group that experiences discrimination that may reflect ones vehicle or only be 18 years old.

explanation point removed to ease the delivery.


That was one racist statment...

[born2fly]

That was one racist statment...

It surely was....... I thought we were all family on here, but I guess not, as there seems to be some very insensitive people on here.

[odie3283]

bunk rims.com