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Old 03-26-2011, 10:29 AM
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I have an '07 V6 that came w/ 17" factory bullits. Found some 18" bullits, 9" wide front and 10" wide rear for a good price. It's just that they are from an '03 GT and not sure about fitment. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 03-26-2011, 10:37 AM
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The offset more than likely will be off on those, they will hang out past the fenders, other than the offset they would be fine.
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Old 03-26-2011, 10:54 AM
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Alright thanks for the help. From what I've read people have done it. Just wouldn't want it to look stupid by sticking out to far. Trying to find some pics.
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Old 03-26-2011, 11:14 AM
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Also, going from 17's to 18's, it's recommended but not necessary to install different turn-stops. In some cases, depending on that offset change plus the tire dimensional changes, you may get some rubbing during full lock turns. Some folks live with it; others replace the stops.
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Old 03-26-2011, 02:48 PM
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With the 03 GT 24mm offset instead of the 17" 45mm OEM S197 rims,
the steering stops would not be required because of the difference
between the 45mm of offset with the 17" rims and the 24mm offset
of the 03 GT 18" rims. The 8 and 10" rim widths makes me think that
they are aftermarket and who knows what the offset it for those...
I just know the OEM fitment offsets and their limits between platforms.
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Old 03-26-2011, 03:08 PM
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Thanks for that additional info, 157db. I assumed the OP meant OE wheels and I hadn't made the connection with the wheel width info he provided.
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