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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 07:07 PM
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What size wheel spacers do I need to run these wheels on my 1969 mustang coupe. I have the wheels already, just need the spacers. Thanks
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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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Well what backspacing is already on them?
Old Mar 26, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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1 1/2 in front 1 inch in the rear and not spacers you need adapters
Old Mar 26, 2010 | 07:20 PM
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I think its strange they call they adapters, but yea I knew I need the ones with lugs attached. Rmodel how do you know what size? I am in no way questioning your accuracy I'm just curious, so I know if there ever is a next time. Thanks
Old Mar 26, 2010 | 07:31 PM
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5X114.3
Old Mar 26, 2010 | 07:37 PM
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I know thats the lug pattern, its the same as 5X4.5" . I meant the wheel spacers(adaptors).?
Old Mar 27, 2010 | 10:32 AM
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Be careful with the spacers (adapters). I tried some on my 66. One of the studs began spinning when I started to tighen the nut. I couldn't get it off and ended up having to use an air chisel to break the stud (destroying the wheel in the meantime). Then to add insult to injury, Mustangs Unlimited gave me crap about trying to get my money back! They eventually conceded but charged me a restocking fee... I haven't ordered from them since.
Old Mar 27, 2010 | 06:09 PM
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Stephen was it MU brand that you used? That story scares me a little bit...ok alot. I don't want to order the wrong size ones, or run into problems like that. Anyone feel free to chime in with info.
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i got mine from dallas mustang....but mine were 1 inch all the way around but those are 05+ wheels so you need the 1 1/2 up front and 1 inch in the rear
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I don't remember the brand... It was the modern wheel adapter kit from Mustangs Unlimited. I ended up just getting a new set of wheels that didn't need the spacers.



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