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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 09:16 PM
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How deep are the rear wheel wells in our mustangs. (05-07) and how wide a tire can you fit in them without rubbing or hitting on something.
A little of your expertise would help.
I'm thinking of 18's 19's and 20's but I'm not sure which would give me the most bang for the buck. 18's front 19's back?
I would like as much tire width as possible.
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 09:23 PM
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IMO i wouldnt go past 18's, 18x9 in the front n 18x10 in the back
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 09:26 PM
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I realy want to know the size tires to use.
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 09:46 PM
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You can fit any size you want in the rear. The tire will stick out more the wider you get basically. People have 315 in the back I know that for sure.
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 10:00 PM
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What size did you pick for the back of the beautiful black mustang? That car is sweet.
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 10:03 PM
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The car I have came with 235/50/18 tires. I think I could fit 285/45/18 on the rear. But Im not sure.
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 10:24 PM
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Currently I have 265/35/18 all around. Next time its going to be 285/40 or 275/40 rear and 265/40 for the front.
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 11:08 PM
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I've got 285/40s in back , and 255/40s up front. 18 x 9.5 rims. There is still more room, but I'm happy with that size
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 11:37 PM
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Your car looks dropped. did you put springs in to lower your ride?
Old Apr 6, 2007 | 11:57 PM
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Thanks for your input. you helped me out.



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