Question: 4 Lug wheel adapters.

[Brooklyn66]

I have to get some nice Mustang Wheels for my 66. The hubcaps aren't doing it for me....
Problem is, I have a straight six, hence a 4 lug configuration.
I want the Magnum 500 Wheels. Two ways I can way I could do this, 1) Change the axles etc...
2)I was considering getting the adapters that convert 4 lug to a 5 lug setup. Anyone out there do this? Is is safe? (not a daily driver/racer ) Any information would be greatly appreciated.
matt

 

[Brooklyn66]

Heres the link for the adapters...
http://www.ezaccessory.com/.sc/ms/d....5" To 5 Lug 4.5" Thickness 2"

 

[stangman67]

I think sticking the Magnum 500s out an extra 2" with that adapterwould look hella stupid. I tried to solve this problem once, and gave up and went with a different 4 lug wheel. Find some cheap V8 drum spindles and maybe an 8" rear to fit, Im not sure on axles with 5 lugs for the little 6 banger rears.

 

[ForceFed70]

He's not stuck with 2" adapters. He should be able to find some 1" adapters also.

I think there's nothing wrong with using wheel adapters so long as they are of good quality. IE) Machined instead of cast.

 

[Brooklyn66]

The wheels I have now are pretty deep in the wheel well as it is. A 2 inch adapter would probably stick them aligned with the wheel well.

 

[stangman67]

My magnum 500s line up pretty well with the fenders and no spacers. I dont think that it is possible to make an adapter under 2", since nuts and studs have to overlap each other somehow. Also, I believe that the wheel pattern for 4 lug is 4x4.25, not 4 on a 4.5" circle.

 

[reenmachine]

I dont think that it is possible to make an adapter under 2", since nuts and studs have to overlap each other somehow.

There are 1" and 1.25" adapters out there. PM me for the hookup.

 

[rbohm]

stuff the adaptors and put in an 8" rear from a granada, and the front disc brakes from the granada. that way you get disc brakes on the front, bigger drums on the rear, and a five bolt pattern so you can bolt the magnum 500's up. that is the best way to go.

 

[BB1966]

I also have everything from a (still on car)5 lug 68 V-8 drum brake car if you are interested.