The Official FC Wheel Fitment Thread
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Originally Posted by Black91n/a
Mustang GT wheels fit just fine with a 225/45/17, I've got that and I track and autoross it and have never had any issues. You may want to get ARP studs though (especially with R's and autocross or track driving), as the stock ones are a little short, and you should get centering rings for them.
I've had trouble locating centering rings for them. Is it 67.06 x 70.5 mm that I'm looking for? Do you use metal or plastic ones? I've heard of one guy (with a BMW M3) that melted his plastic ones on a track day, but never heard of anyone melting theirs at an autocross.
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I've had my car on track with the GT wheels at Spokane Raceway Park for a 2 day school with Falken FK-451's in 225/45/17 and a 100% stock suspension and they never rubbed. I've also autocrossed with them and a stock suspension and Racing Beat Sways, and I've also used Kumho SPT's at the autocross and I've never had it rub, ever. I wouldn't go more than a few mm in either direction as the clearance on the spring and strut is very small, as is the fender clearance.
I've got plastic centering rings that I just picked up from a local tire store that also sells aftermarket wheels. Phone a few places, they should be able to order some for you. My rings never melted, and that's with a 2 day driving school with 2 drivers (out on track about half the time). I wouldn't worry about getting metal ones.
The ARP studs are good insurance, as there's only about 70% of the minimum thread engagement standard with the stock studs and it could be dangerous. The fronts are relatively easy to do, but to do the rears you need to take the hubs off (I had mine put in when I had the rear wheel bearings replaced, it was a conveniant time for it to happen .
I've got plastic centering rings that I just picked up from a local tire store that also sells aftermarket wheels. Phone a few places, they should be able to order some for you. My rings never melted, and that's with a 2 day driving school with 2 drivers (out on track about half the time). I wouldn't worry about getting metal ones.
The ARP studs are good insurance, as there's only about 70% of the minimum thread engagement standard with the stock studs and it could be dangerous. The fronts are relatively easy to do, but to do the rears you need to take the hubs off (I had mine put in when I had the rear wheel bearings replaced, it was a conveniant time for it to happen .
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Hello I recently picked up a stagger'd set of rims for my RX, only problem is I dont know exactly if they will fit and if they will fit why tries would be appropiate to run. I read throught the first 10 pages of this spot and gave up as I could not find what i was looking for and there is no search thread feature other then Ctrl+F
Well here is what I have acquired...
Two 17x8 +32mm Offset wheels,
And Two 17x9 +45mm offset wheels.
They are Starform Basel 7's? wheels and they recently came off a FD so I know the bolt patter in correct.
I have not fit them to my car yet as they need new tires...
My questions...
1)What tires would I be looking for?
2)Do I need any spacers to make these wheels fit properly with no running?
Any information would be greatly appreciated!!
Well here is what I have acquired...
Two 17x8 +32mm Offset wheels,
And Two 17x9 +45mm offset wheels.
They are Starform Basel 7's? wheels and they recently came off a FD so I know the bolt patter in correct.
I have not fit them to my car yet as they need new tires...
My questions...
1)What tires would I be looking for?
2)Do I need any spacers to make these wheels fit properly with no running?
Any information would be greatly appreciated!!
I have a good idea that the 17x8 +35mm Offsets on front will work,
I just worry about the 17x9's with 45mm offsets in the rear?
Would this offset stick out too far past fender and or need spacers to set it the tirhgt distance out?!
Anyone?!
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Originally Posted by Uechi
Hi, I need some reassurance!
I'm planning on getting a set of 16x8 +40 wheels front and back, these fit on a 1990 FC right? what tire size should I be looking at? planning on stock 205/55, or should i go with 225, or does that even fit?
I'm planning on getting a set of 16x8 +40 wheels front and back, these fit on a 1990 FC right? what tire size should I be looking at? planning on stock 205/55, or should i go with 225, or does that even fit?
Rears fit no problem, although they will not be flush with the fender well.
If you do with a 8.0" wide wheel, please go with a 225 / 50 / 16 tire minimum!
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Uechi
oh crap sorry, i meant +30 offset
That's just about perfect.
Go with the 225 / 50 / 16 size tires!
More rubber on the ground means more fun for you!
Good luck!
-Ted
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Originally Posted by koopz
Two 17x8 +32mm Offset wheels,
And Two 17x9 +45mm offset wheels.
They are Starform Basel 7's? wheels and they recently came off a FD so I know the bolt patter in correct.
I have not fit them to my car yet as they need new tires...
My questions...
1)What tires would I be looking for?
2)Do I need any spacers to make these wheels fit properly with no running?
Any information would be greatly appreciated!!
And Two 17x9 +45mm offset wheels.
They are Starform Basel 7's? wheels and they recently came off a FD so I know the bolt patter in correct.
I have not fit them to my car yet as they need new tires...
My questions...
1)What tires would I be looking for?
2)Do I need any spacers to make these wheels fit properly with no running?
Any information would be greatly appreciated!!
The rears I think are a little too deep and need a spacer to clear the insides.
225 / 45 / 17 up front not a problem.
You might be able to go with a 235 / 40 / 17 or 235 / 45 / 17 slightly wider tire.
Rears minimum 255 / 40 / 17 on a 9.0" wide rim.
I like the way the 255 wide tire on a 9.0" rim looks.
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Funkspectrum
Yo Ted, you think i'd need to roll or widen the fenders with those widths and offsets? If I have to I will, but i'd like to keep it as stock as possible.
If you're going to try a 245 wide tire up front with the 8.5" wide, then I can almsot guarantee you'll need to roll the fender.
-Ted
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Originally Posted by koopz
So is there anyone who can help me here?
I have a good idea that the 17x8 +35mm Offsets on front will work,
I just worry about the 17x9's with 45mm offsets in the rear?
Would this offset stick out too far past fender and or need spacers to set it the tirhgt distance out?!
Anyone?!
I have a good idea that the 17x8 +35mm Offsets on front will work,
I just worry about the 17x9's with 45mm offsets in the rear?
Would this offset stick out too far past fender and or need spacers to set it the tirhgt distance out?!
Anyone?!
Look above.
Sorry for the late responses.
Was busy this past weekend!
-Ted
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Sorry bout that must have posted fairly soon after my reply,
I know the physical 9 inch wheel will fit under the wheel well its the offset im worried a bout
from my math it will be too far into the wheel well and will need spacers :s
but i dont know exactly thats the problem...
I know the physical 9 inch wheel will fit under the wheel well its the offset im worried a bout
from my math it will be too far into the wheel well and will need spacers :s
but i dont know exactly thats the problem...
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Originally Posted by RETed
Hard to say, cause I dunno what size tires you're going to run?
If you're going to try a 245 wide tire up front with the 8.5" wide, then I can almsot guarantee you'll need to roll the fender.
-Ted
If you're going to try a 245 wide tire up front with the 8.5" wide, then I can almsot guarantee you'll need to roll the fender.
-Ted
well...it depends....i was thinkin of going with the 20mm fenders up front...
I may end up going with an 8.5" all the way around rather than going to the 9.5 in the rear. I was gonna try to stuff 255's in the rear on the rears...
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Originally Posted by koopz
Sorry bout that must have posted fairly soon after my reply,
I know the physical 9 inch wheel will fit under the wheel well its the offset im worried a bout
from my math it will be too far into the wheel well and will need spacers :s
but i dont know exactly thats the problem...
I know the physical 9 inch wheel will fit under the wheel well its the offset im worried a bout
from my math it will be too far into the wheel well and will need spacers :s
but i dont know exactly thats the problem...
I think you can go down to +40, but the +45 is just too deep for me.
So, at the very least you're looking at the +5 or about 1/4".
The problem with the rears is the stock wheel studs are SHORT.
So even with the 1/4" spacer, you might not have enough lug nut engagement to be safe.
For street set-up, you can just swap a set of stock front wheel studs (fronts are longer - go figure), but if you're racing on these wheels, I'd highly recommend ARP studs.
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Funkspectrum
well...it depends....i was thinkin of going with the 20mm fenders up front...
I may end up going with an 8.5" all the way around rather than going to the 9.5 in the rear. I was gonna try to stuff 255's in the rear on the rears...
I may end up going with an 8.5" all the way around rather than going to the 9.5 in the rear. I was gonna try to stuff 255's in the rear on the rears...
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Funkspectrum
Word...so the front's are taken care of...now...will I be able to stuff those 17x9.5's +30 in the stock rear fenders? or will I have to roll those bitches?
255 / 40 / 17 will fit no problem.
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Funkspectrum
ted....you just made my day!
so...i'll say 17x8.5 +25 front with 245/40/17 and 17x9.5 +30 255/40/17 rear....
so...i'll say 17x8.5 +25 front with 245/40/17 and 17x9.5 +30 255/40/17 rear....
-Ted
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Originally Posted by Funkspectrum
ted....you just made my day!
so...i'll say 17x8.5 +25 front with 245/40/17 and 17x9.5 +30 255/40/17 rear....
so...i'll say 17x8.5 +25 front with 245/40/17 and 17x9.5 +30 255/40/17 rear....
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I got one havnt posted on here for a while lol. What is the largest Tire you would suggest running front and back on FD rims on my FC. I have JIC coil overs so there seems to be a bit more clearance behind the rim from the coilovers. Any input??
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i just came up on some money and want to buy wheels for my STOCK 90 fc gxl.
i got stock suspension and want the widest WHEEL with the smallest(cheapest) tire combination with the best offset. looking for 17" or 18". i want to fill the stock fenders to the fullest.
rubbing will not be a problem becuase i will soon upgrade to kyb shocks(the adjustable ones) with stock spring and camber plates for full ride height, full stiffness, and camber adjustability, if that helps.
whats the best combination? it doesnt have to be legal...
thanks
i just came up on some money and want to buy wheels for my STOCK 90 fc gxl.
i got stock suspension and want the widest WHEEL with the smallest(cheapest) tire combination with the best offset. looking for 17" or 18". i want to fill the stock fenders to the fullest.
rubbing will not be a problem becuase i will soon upgrade to kyb shocks(the adjustable ones) with stock spring and camber plates for full ride height, full stiffness, and camber adjustability, if that helps.
whats the best combination? it doesnt have to be legal...
thanks
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#1097
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Originally Posted by sh1nj0
ok on some categories i see option A,B, & C what are those for and would it effect the lip of the rim cause thats what ive heard
It used to be only "hi disc" and "low disc", but it turned into high / medium / low.
This is used mostly for brake disc clearance, especially up front.
But in turn, it also dictates lip depth...
-Ted
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Originally Posted by 1980's 7
Will 3000gt wheels fit a vert? 16x8 with a +46 offset 5x114.
They will fit in back, but they will not fit up front without large spacers.
-Ted
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I suppose these dont have a snowballs chance in hell of fitting even with rolled fenders in the rear? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AFS-M...35775715QQrdZ1 I wanna put some 275s on the rear what rim size and offset would work best? I am assuming I will have to roll the rear fenders. I have seen one guy with 275s on 17x8 (mustang rims) with rolled fenders. I just wanna a wider rim that would better fit the 275s. Anyone got any answers give me a holla! Thanks
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Ive been looking at some Advans for my 90 N/A but Im not sure if they would fit sizes are...
Front
16x7 +32 offset
Rear
16x8 +32 offset
Also if they do fit what size tires are recommended front and rear? Thanks a lot for any help.
Front
16x7 +32 offset
Rear
16x8 +32 offset
Also if they do fit what size tires are recommended front and rear? Thanks a lot for any help.