UNBROKEN’s Iconic Silver ST build

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Unbroken.... your car makes my shorts tight. Amazing vehicle!

 

[UNBROKEN]

Sliding in a pic of the newest custom Gary Turner BMX I just finished building. This one got a little outta hand but damn is it sweet.

 

[Cruising68]

Sliding in a pic of the newest custom Gary Turner BMX I just finished building. This one got a little outta hand but damn is it sweet. View attachment 31310

Sweet! I feel like most of your projects get a little outta hand


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[TheBurlyMan]

Can we get the details of the Turner build? It’s killer

 

[UNBROKEN]

Can we get the details of the Turner build? It’s killer

Turner F&F and seatpost plus Shadow Conspiracy bars all show chromed.
Onyx Ultra SS hubs on chrome Rhyno Lite XL hoops with Panaracer tires for the street. Bruce Gordon Rock and Road tires are on deck for dirty riding.
Profile Column 180mm cranks with Ti spindle and DMR Vault pedals.
Hope Tech4 V4 hydraulic disc.
Every bolt on it is taper head black titanium.
Chris King headset, ODI Cans grips, Brooks C17 saddle with Brompton guts, S&M stem, JW Machining tensioners….i think that’s about it. lol

 

[KennyWayne]

I'm wanting to replace my factory back wheels (20" Front & 21" Rear staggered wheels) to 22" chrome or polished wheels that have a nice 1.5" to 3" lip around the outer rim.
I went on a website call bigOtires.com to get a visualization of the 22" wheels I want (I personally do not like black wheels, but the DO look awesome on some vehicles).
Also, I took a screen shot of the Asanti Black Label ABL38 Monarch 22-inch wheels as well. To me, those look the best, but I couldn't find a website that had a wheel visualization option for the Asanti wheels.
I would love to hear any feedback and suggestions for 22" wheels for my ST. This is my 1st one and I love it!

 

[KennyWayne]

Also, if I were to get those 22" x 9.5" Asanti Black Label ABL38 Monarch chrome wheels, I want them to sit hella flush. Should I get wheels spacers, or are there other alternatives to make your wheels fit flush?

 

[GearHead_1]

The factory wheels were not staggered, the ones pictured are both 21" diameter. I'm a black wheel guy on many vehicles and happen to think the OE wheels "look" great. There is a downside to those wheels, they are plenty heavy. That said, I like the black wheel in the pics you posted and think they add a little attitude compared to a silver wheel on a light colored car.

 

[UNBROKEN]

I don’t think it’s my place to recommend a wheel style for anyone else. That’s a personal decision for them to make. Proper fitment has been discussed for years now…follow the established guidelines for that and you’ll have no issues.

 

[KennyWayne]

I don’t think it’s my place to recommend a wheel style for anyone else. That’s a personal decision for them to make. Proper fitment has been discussed for years now…follow the established guidelines for that and you’ll have no issues.

 

[KennyWayne]

Both wheels look like a Ford OEM wheel, just differentfinishes. But this is the look I'm going for. Just wanted to give you a visual. Thx!

 

[FuriousST]

I bought the ASANTI ABL30 22x10.5" +35 offset Look for them in silver

 

[SugarMouth]

My favorite angle. View attachment 28623

This has converted me from thinking 22 to 21. I like the added sidewall and feel the 21" is more balanced to the vehicle.

 

[UNBROKEN]

This has converted me from thinking 22 to 21. I like the added sidewall and feel the 21" is more balanced to the vehicle.

I have zero regrets. Wish I had done it sooner.

 

[ConspicuousConsumption]

Which brands are offering appropriate wheels in 21”?

 

[UNBROKEN]

Which brands are offering appropriate wheels in 21”?

I doubt there’s a list anywhere but any company that is making wheels will make a set of 21’s.

 

[UNBROKEN]

Gave her a 126K mile detailing…just in time for a short road trip out to the Texas Hill Country tomorrow.

 

[UNBROKEN]

Then there was this fiasco. lol
I consider myself a decent wrench…I can usually diagnose things pretty accurately. My car started making a clanking kind of noise at low speeds on sharp impacts…well this ain’t my first rodeo with the old ST and I know for sure that’s a strut bearing. They eat them like candy so I ordered two to have a spare for next time.
Blew apart the front end and had the new one installed in an hour or so…problem solved. Then I drove it again…exact same noise…fuq. Drive it up on ramps and tap on stuff with a rubber mallet and hear a clank when I whack the sway bar….cool…it’s a bad end link so I order new ones. Blew apart the front end and slapped them in…problem solved. Then I drove it again…exact same noise…FUQ! Blew the front end apart and dammit…one of the end link nuts came loose. OK that’s my bad…tighten it up…problem solved. Then I drove it again…exact same noise…FUQ ME AND EVERYONE ELSE TOO!!! Blew the front end apart again, removed end links, whack everything under there with a rubber mallet and when I hit the disconnected swaybar it made the noise…it was a dry urethane bushing the whole time. I’ve heard them creak and groan and make all kinds of noises but I’ve never in my life heard one make a metallic clank. Took everything apart and re-greased the bar, the bushing and even the caps that hold the bushings….and it’s FINALLY fixed and quiet as can be. I was thisclose to burning it to the ground.
All that took place over 4-5 weeks of weekends. I was beyond done with this damn car but all is well now and I love it again. lol

 

[SugarMouth]

…it was a dry urethane bushing the whole time.

That is an odd one for sure! So the recent detail is a result of a renewed love after 4-5 weeks of arguing?

 

[GearHead_1]

Look at the bright side. All those new parts you won't be needing to change in the future.