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17X9 Bullitts w/ 275/45's...will they fit?

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Old 11-17-2008, 09:59 AM
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Default 03/04 SVT Cobra wheels on a fox?

found a set of 17X9 bullitts w/ 275 wide tires which i don't think will fit the front. I also found a set of 03/04 cobra wheels and the guys doesn't know the width. I have lincoln rotors and 5 lug conversion.

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Old 11-17-2008, 11:34 AM
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275's wont fit the front, and on both of those wheels your going to need a spacer to clear the hub
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Old 11-17-2008, 11:37 AM
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the 275's wont clear the front but they should be fine in the back, just grab some 245's for the front
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Old 11-17-2008, 11:41 AM
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I did a 5 lug conversion on my 1991 GT using Lincoln rotors...You will have to be carefull with your rims choices because of the front wheel bearings...I used '95 Cobra R wheels (will clear the front bearings), 17x9, Car lowered with 245's up front & 275's in the rear...No Problems...
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Originally Posted by primetime5.0
275's wont fit the front, and on both of those wheels your going to need a spacer to clear the hub
i just picked up the cobra wheels. I guess there off a 99' cobra not a 03' and the tires on them are 245/40/r17. Hey primetime, will having upgraded front/rear disc brakes allow them to fit w/o the spacers. I can't wait to get these on, i hope i don't need spacers.
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you'll need 94+ brakes to get away with not using a spacer on the front
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Originally Posted by primetime5.0
you'll need 94+ brakes to get away with not using a spacer on the front
yep, just found that out. They fit the back, but not the front. What size spacers do you have? Hopefully I can get the spacer locally, like at discount tire or something. thanks primetime!
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I ran a 3/8" on mine, mash the bearing cap flat and modify the center cap.
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Originally Posted by PRO50SC
I ran a 3/8" on mine, mash the bearing cap flat and modify the center cap.
when i put the wheel on the front the studs barely go in the holes to hold the wheel up. I wonder if i might need something close to 3/4" or 1"? thanks pro!
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Wont' the spindle end rub and eventually tear through the dust cap though?
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