How to Fit 26” Wheels: Big Wheel Science

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Whatever your stance is on donks, by now the big wheel fitment game is down to a science. But just fitting is one thing; making it work with over 1000hp is a whole different ball game. Ron Baugh from Wheel Pros joins us and drops some knowledge on the specs we’ll need for our actual, custom set of BBS LM spec donk wheels.
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[@qtemoney]

You gotta run the skirts!! Scotto you been around these cars long enough to kno that!! Lol, im hyped for this build for sure!!

[@tantoelauwjeweet]

It depends a bit on the wheels IMO, but should definitely consider running with them

[@eduardoortiz5893]

Yeah it needs the skirts, every Donk ‘70-76 Caprice is running them skirts. It won’t look right without them.

[@RyTrapp0]

Hell nah, screw the skirts! Ol' girl's gonna have ~1000HP(well, we'll see lol), she's allowed to have a lil attitude

[@eduardoortiz5893]

RyTrapp0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/joG6got8ga6taM0 This ‘73 Caprice makes over 1300+ HP and is still rocking them skirts. It’s kind of a must in the Donk world, it tucks the wheels a lot better.

[@RyTrapp0]

@@eduardoortiz5893 I'm definitely aware, I 'get it' - I just give no fucks about traditionalism or "what you're supposed to do" or trends or what's in/out of style Of course, if I was building one of these in the first place(on the to-do list, behind a whole pile of other builds...), it would be a big body '70s 2 door Lincoln or Mercury with a big cube BBF instead of the "what you're supposed to do" cookie cutter Cheby stuff, so I'm not exactly one to follow what everyone else does, lol

[@dominicsoto2533]

"Work VS-XX looks better than a BBS LM" THIS IS THE CONTENT IM HERE FOR!!!!!!

[@mt4xcs]

This is just wrong.

[@elementle]

Bad take

[@tristantuyn8703]

They're pretty much exactly the same. If you where to take the branding of no one would know the difference.

[@elementle]

@@tristantuyn8703 bro lol, the faces are vastly different

[@tristantuyn8703]

@@elementle theyre Just as different As a Toyota gt86 and a Subaru BRZ🤦

[@Kalabrese119]

that rear wheel cover is dope, it'll accentuate the sit

[@PhattyMcdugen]

Fact!

[@PrydeWater901]

*skirt

[@knappyfro1]

Skirt!

[@raverdave9125]

spat?

[@cafn8ed74]

I've always thought donks are kind of absurd, and I can't see doing that to a car. At the same time, I'm kind of excited for this build. Weird, right?

[@bushtruck]

On my channel I put stock trucks through quite a bit of abuse in the mountains and go for some amazing drives. I just want to make people laugh.

[@bushtruck]

Agree with you on the donks. Not really my style, but still cool

[@WishTheKid]

@@bushtruck bruh every video, not even related to the comment, makes me not even want to look at your channel

[@bushtruck]

@@WishTheKid Sorry man, didn't mean for you to see that, I appreciate you saying something.

[@WishTheKid]

@@bushtruck Wow your so nice, even when I'm an ass, then I clicked on your channel, then I was like oh it makes since Canadian, then I clicked subscribe, good luck bud.

[@comandude]

If you're going full send might as well back half and 4-link the whole rearend on 26x12s. Also Intro wheels have a design similar to what y'all are wanting and based in California.

[@Unc_Talks]

26x12!? 🤯👌🏿😆

[@Levibetz]

It has a pretty good 4 link stock. Really no need to on these cars. Just stronger bars with better bushings is all it really needs.

[@ChevyBoi82]

nah Dayton's are the official Cali wheel lol

[@SolderSoldier]

Have wheel expert on, make him talk a lot, don't mic him so hes impossible to hear.

[@Jim_M_75]

Don't like to hate on the Hoons or free content but it did seem a bit silly in this instance. I'm blaming Covid, bullcrap what it's done to the world.

[@Kalabrese119]

I think you can blame the facemask for it rather then the lack of mic. It wasn't a problem before.

[@E_U_O]

True hooni style.

[@ThisMonky300ZX]

Yeah it's the face masks. 😆

[@TakuroSpirit77]

@@Jim_M_75 God forbid they are trying to stay safe and keep each other from catching anything and trying to show their audience the proper humane thing to do, and not be a bunch of inconsiderate asses by not wearing masks around each other.

[@Kimulstein]

5:48 Hert casually teleports a little 😄

[@luasx5896]

I just watched both episodes and got blessed with this upload !!! Idk why I’m so excited for this project ?!

[@a456987]

Because it's awesome

[@maxie9506]

Because it's different

[@Diablothein]

eBay Thousand horsepower. Someone get Brad on the phone ASAP!

[@adriane7841]

BadDaddyBrad needs to put his Ebay scumbaggin hacks into this donk build

[@bigshirley3141]

I’m just gonna say nice build... Cuz everyone in comments are apparently “Master Donk Builders”

[@fatboi3119]

it's not that they are master donk builders they jus know what looks good on them

[@bigshirley3141]

beezy gettrin so what looks good?

[@TPTxxx]

Get some floaters 🤷🏾‍♂️ trust me not spinners but FLOATERS!!! I like 24inch Wires cause I’m from the south all gold. But y’all want 26s so go floaters🔥

[@billybobaggins8820]

Yessir gold wires is where it at

[@halbritt]

Thing is, they wanna go fast with it. Wires are too heavy for all that. They look good though.

[@TPTxxx]

Billy Bo Baggins it’s just something about all gold wires 🤷🏾‍♂️🔥🔥

[@boblouis972]

I’m learning so much about donks, this is knowledge I never thought I would need but I’m glad I now have

[@Rival-Sama]

If full size chevys couldn't fit massive wheels with no modifications would donks even exist?

[@joshuamorehead6124]

Probably not

[@jackdonaghy1281]

Yes before big rims came out we were pushing donks on 17s wit mustard n mayos

[@joshuamorehead6124]

@@jackdonaghy1281 mustards and mayos??? What r those?

[@christopherwilliams6048]

@@joshuamorehead6124 tires with yellow and white striping

[@malcolmstone8116]

@@joshuamorehead6124 Vogue tires

[@wh0reb0t]

Best build on Hoonigan atm. Can't wait to see how this goes.

[@rogermora2769]

Can we get a re-take on this video. All I heard was mumbling.

[@BigKeke]

You guys should tub the rear end to make more room for everything 👌🏻🔥

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeem

[@_Bonez12]

Problem isn't wheel tubs, problem is frame rails. They're just trying to do a quick and dirty build, not trying to do extensive surgery.

[@BigKeke]

Kyle B yeah but they also want the thing to be 1000+ hp. If they don’t take their time and do it all right in the safest way then this thing is gonna be way to sketchy to drive fast. I’d say also make the rear suspension a 4-link.

[@Vorgto]

Haven't watched a project for a while, but this.... I'm watching this.

[@darius2640]

after bmw shitcar, this is my 2nd favorite build on this channel, cant wait to see more

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeem

[@garethl.2123]

I'm honestly more excited about this than anything else on youtube right now

[@Levibetz]

26" Ronal bears obviously is what it needs.

[@AutomotiveAnatomy]

I love learning about Harrys right after meet the Donk Master Flex!

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeeeeem

[@joealex65]

It's just impressive how good those 26's Dem Thangs fit on that Caprice without cutting into the car! 😂😂 Even Hert can't belive it! 😂😂

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeem

[@LukeViozzi]

Donk'n Donuts.

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeem

[@dieseldabberdoug8285]

I never did understand donk's. But I am enjoying this! Thanks for the history lesson.

[@MRTuning704]

I’m doing Firebirds GTA mesh wheels on my Delta They might only be 16’s but they still look good with my year 🤔

[@lb9gta307]

Hawks Motorsports sells a 17×9 replica of that wheel. Also, just in case you hadn't noticed, those factory wheels have a different offset for the front and the rear. Just something to keep in mind when you're mounting them.

[@MRTuning704]

Nicholas Rodrigues yeah I know big deference xD I immediately noticed and iv looked at the rep wheels definitely not a bad option for 17’s Also did you know that the GTA Firebird rims were made in Japan? Thought that was pretty interesting

[@lb9gta307]

@@MRTuning704 yeah. Kind of weird, right? An American car done to attract people shopping European cars so they outsource the wheels to Japan of all places. Lol

[@deafydeafs]

These Dan promos are so funny to me 😂😂it’s like they force him to do these

[@JoelKalich]

I mean it's called a job. Hoonigan pays him, he does the ads. I find it funnier that they're promoting Harry's after dollar shave club sponsored so many videos.

[@deafydeafs]

J K lmao of course bro I know what a job is😂, dans a fan favorite. He typically doesn’t do the promo vids since Zach normally does. It’s a nice change up tho he’s doing a good job! But good point I didn’t notice that

[@RandomGuyWithaMazda]

whatever wheels yall choose, they gotta be GOLD af. Solid. Fucken. Gold.

[@uninstallplz6888]

the rear wheel covers are a must and that the wheels are big and redonkulous XDXD

[@relativederp8497]

I'm more pumped for this build than anything yall have ever done tbh

[@chapel976]

Danger Dan Surfer Level 1000 right now with that clean shave. *PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL PROVIDED BY HARRY'S!

[@rogermora2769]

That olive green donk render. Fire.

[@SmileyDragon12]

What music do you guys use at the start of every video, really like it. Also this donk build is sick, keep it up :D

[@aserta]

FINALLY a commercial for Harry's that has a guy who actually SHAVES. My God, normality, normality is here. No, but seriously, the stuff those guys do behind the scenes, supporting veterans, donating to those in need, respect.

[@Uz_e_does_it]

That green is where it's at!

[@patriklenck1735]

seeing Vin's E46 M3 in the Intro of 621 golden makes me sentimental

[@kenmatthews6476]

You gotta go wheel skirts. That’s the coolest feature on that car.

[@jimmypaskoules1511]

Man you have to leave the skirts on it! Cant wait to see it done!

[@caseymacdonald878]

I'm so glad Scotto, dragged suppy into this he is so uncomfortable with this build. Scotto must be a great boss!!!

[@importrazcer]

I’m from south Florida and typically when you see a high rider big wheels car they are jacked up like 4x4. I don’t care for this look at all. I’d rather see them slamned on 13x7 Dayton’s. I’m honestly hoping you guys can put the California lowrider touch on this project. I would like to see this car tucking hard on big wheels. Like a mini truck. Big Frame notch. Big wheel tubs. Start cutting it up.

[@allgasmn6555]

To each his own

[@9711will]

I’m in the Uk never seen a Donk but kinda tempted to try and find a suitable car to make one now

[@dcrump]

Scotto 💪💯💯.... I’ve watched all the videos and waiting for the next... that first rendering 😤😤😤😤 🧯... definitely ‼️‼️‼️

[@Yesidoplaytheguitar]

I shouldn't be as excited for this project as I am. How about some 26" TE37s? Just kidding. I kinda like the bbs wheels in the render so I'd stick with that.

[@fourthpanda]

Why was this video taken down earlier?

[@BrabusTKR]

Dame question

[@LONDONTEASKATE]

You have to leave these wheels, the suit the car already so good!

[@captainzoll3303]

take some inspiration from hert's johnnies, 23" gold VS KFs!

[@danimal865]

I will never ever like donks, or any car with giant wheels, but i will admit, im excited to see how this turns out.

[@mikescherrer4923]

Dan actually looks like he shaves when he’s sellin’ razors.

[@forrest6132]

Floating [H] center caps and wire spokes would be dope, and definitely keep the skirts!

[@firufiru7399]

26x12 rear with tubes and coilovers

[@Hectorszenshopedc]

Sick wheelz ... I got a Honda Civic... 😎

[@alwaysplayingtooloudjacob209]

Pinion mount the braked will be cleaner give you better braking power and can narrow the rear end more

[@skerr7884]

I've never been a fan of the donk style, but I kinda dig this build

[@lowfro02]

Got a name for yall: Donk Quixote

[@roguetorino]

underrated idea

[@fredygump5578]

Science? LOL. If you want to do science, I expect lab coats and goggles....

[@jeffreis5194]

This build has my inner Florida Man hyped

[@dahglock5909]

I would Love to see 26inch BBS RS!!!

[@jorgericharte9628]

If Scotto put this much effort to his cars, as much as he does to the Donk... his cars would be running!!!😅😂🤣

[@georgef1176]

You should do 26” bbs rs that would be so rad

[@markyfrencho]

How about a Heidts IRS kit with the inboard 15 inch rotors? All the braking, all the clearance. ...all the money.

[@Daniel0in0here]

Extreme mudder just dropped a 30x16. Check it out on custom offsets

[@Americaslostcars]

Definitely gotta keep the skirts!

[@loc-o5282]

Lovin' the donk content. And please keep those skirts.

[@RG.Gaming241]

Olive green with gold wheels and gold chrome front 💯💪🏾

[@renebt2207]

I've never wanted a donk but now i do

[@itsmebubzduhstupid]

No commercials 👌🏼

[@Frostiefrost]

what about spinners?

[@Matt_v427]

Hey do a lowrider with 1000hp with hydrolics and crusie down the road and somke tires

[@bigghoss762]

Use whatever wheel/tire combo the Roadkill guys had on their Impala in episode 60 with MCM.

[@iTeachMyToast]

You gotta run some vs-kf works!! Throw a little jdm in there

[@cvautomotive4648]

I love the classy wheel cover

[@witcher71]

That 305 looked good.

[@twosocks9002]

No skirts bro, glossy black bbs rims or bronze plated rims would look wild🤙🏻

[@LigmaSugmaChokema]

Please get floater wheels. Like the floating center cap but the whole wheel. Non spinning spinners

[@ItzThaLion]

That guy selling the razors sure does look like Dan the Man without a beard, this pot is doing a number i might have to set it down.

[@trapbabynate9086]

Yes

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeeeem

[@KennethStaton]

I needs me a Buick Regal with some 24”s always wanted one 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@dcrump]

Definitely keep the skirts on 🙏🙏🙏🙏👌👌👌

[@Lukas-ug1ke]

When's hert gonna destroy the engine of his twerkstallion. I need answers.

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

Deeeeeeeeeeem

[@joealex65]

@@voldemarsaugspuls5795 DUDE! FUCKING STOP DOING THAT FFS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@speedjibaro4202]

Beeeen destroyed

[@kirkarvint.2017]

Vargas Bros. Are rebuilding it so. Yeah. Wait another 4 years cause they know how to build them reliable

[@voldemarsaugspuls5795]

@@joealex65 deeem

[@Breeach]

I love to see it, but wish I could hear it

[@totopelu6667]

Green donk or purple donk!😍

[@Ace2023c]

Build and Battle Rob Dham vs Chris (B is for build) Discipline - Show Car😂 Judges: Scotto the history professor , Hert For the sauce, Danger Dan to actually judge. 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@pilsonandrew]

Im soooo excited fir this project !!! Man i love hoonigan!!

[@904Grip]

Hyped for the build but there was a couple spots I could not understand what was being said with the echo and masks.

[@Rageing7]

I have no idea how to build a donk, up until this build I was pretty sure a donk was slang for big ass, but I can say that the only design you guys should do if you have a blower out the top is the purple with carbon bonnet and chrome hood pins

[@hot_pink_bitch_8896]

Dare I say these mock up wheels are growing on me?

[@dakotaanderson254]

I doing som donk research, but to do a different way of it, big mud tires on a lifted car

[@allenlord3679]

Once wheel is decided on they make a special drag slick for rear tire. DonkMaster uses. Specially made NOT CHEAP

[@blankv8057]

Definitely needs the skirts

[@rd95stang]

With the skirts 👍👍

[@JuanSanchez-dm7yc]

Candy purple paint job and some rose gold 26’s

[@glord49]

Love the episode. But the audio is hard to hear clearly. Less people and personal mic?

[@tommyg2660]

Great video and series, you guys got me seriously thinking about building a damn donk😂

[@harozippo29]

Im way to excited for this

[@mechntechbeau]

I wish lowenhart made their GXL206 in 26 that would be awesome

[@Jennydeath22]

26x10.5 Lowenhart LSRs - custom 3 pieces

[@limitlessgarage5892]

You can run a 73- 77 Monte Carlo rear end and it will tuck the wheels better and direct bolt on

[@MustangBranden]

Keep the rear cover and SPOKES!!

[@variousvp3311]

Please keep the skirts!!!

[@robertvicente3844]

Soo with donks. Little trick an tio to know is that when u run 26s u can fit the skirts but if you run 28s the run will rub against the skirt.

[@TheScotchula]

I'm with Hert. More of a VS-XX style vs BBS-RS.