phantomshado Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 I got out of w-bodies and into euro fords way back in 04, I'm surprised that my login still works. Anyhow, quick question for everyone/anyone. Was there a difference between the wheels that came on the TGP compared to a gtp? I'm looking for a set of the gold cross lace wheels, as long as they're 16" and come with the hub. Just to let everyone know: my 94 cutlass coupe died about 10 miles outside of Billings, MT in Jan 2006. I was moving to Seattle at the time. High altitudes I think contributed to that. Also, current ride is a 95% loaded 1989 Merkur xr4ti. black, 5sp, a weak 261hp. But that'll change soon enough. If anyone recognizes the handle, truly you are pillars of a community. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 I sure do remember you, i love Merkur's! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White93z34 Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 I remember you, its been a long time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q-Ball Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 There is no difference from TGP and GTP rims. All cross laces are the same. The only thing that change was the stock tire size. (rubber) And Yes they are 16x8. And what are you looking to spend? And where are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantomshado Posted March 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Spend: as little as possible. Where: Almost Canada, NY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
per0781 Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 i still have your AIM name on my buddy list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantomshado Posted March 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 This is me showing how long its been... will a 5x114.3 wheel match the 5x115 hubs that w bodies ran? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Yes, they will fit fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19Cutlass94 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 There is no difference from TGP and GTP rims. All cross laces are the same. The only thing that change was the stock tire size. (rubber) And Yes they are 16x8. And what are you looking to spend? And where are you located? They are not all the same. Although the offset is the same, *Crosslace rims were 16 x 8 until 1996. From 1997 and up, they became 16 x 6.5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfewtrail Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 I remember ya'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mra32 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 There is no difference from TGP and GTP rims. All cross laces are the same. The only thing that change was the stock tire size. (rubber) And Yes they are 16x8. And what are you looking to spend? And where are you located? They are not all the same. Although the offset is the same, *Crosslace rims were 16 x 8 until 1996. From 1997 and up, they became 16 x 6.5. Yeah, but those look different, don't they? It is better noted that the crosslace rims off a bonneville are not the same as w-body crosslaces. Is it the offset thats different? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantomshado Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Well, here is the rub. The wheels that are on it are stock 15" crosslaces. Its a 4x108 pattern, which isn't widely used. Hubs off a Merkur scorpio are 5x112, which is also used by VW/Audi/Mercedes, which means aftermarket support. The other option is the setup off a mustang, which is a 5x114.3. Its a shame that I'll have to give up the brakes I have now, they're goddamned stellar. And they're stockers too. Drum rear even. Still kickass braking, though, I guess a lot of that has to do with the 2650 lb weight, as opposed to the tanks that w-bodies are. Still, I'd love to have my cutlass back. It was a comfy comfy car, and it got great mileage. (My xr does about 14 in town when I'm on it. But with 18lbs of boost, why wouldn't I be?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian P Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 i still have your AIM name on my buddy list x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodolds Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 I'm new enough that I have no clue who your are, but welcome back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sl3196 Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 Didn't I sell you a set of wheels off my old cutlass?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19Cutlass94 Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 There is no difference from TGP and GTP rims. All cross laces are the same. The only thing that change was the stock tire size. (rubber) And Yes they are 16x8. And what are you looking to spend? And where are you located? They are not all the same. Although the offset is the same, *Crosslace rims were 16 x 8 until 1996. From 1997 and up, they became 16 x 6.5. Yeah, but those look different, don't they? It is better noted that the crosslace rims off a bonneville are not the same as w-body crosslaces. Is it the offset thats different? yes offset is different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy Posted March 15, 2008 Report Share Posted March 15, 2008 wow that SN is a blast from the past Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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