• Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech

Rim Fittment

  • Thread starter Thread starter z781
  • Start date Start date Jun 7, 2007
Z

z781

New Member
Jun 7, 2007
3
0
0
Jun 7, 2007
#1
  • Jun 7, 2007
  • #1
Hey everyone, i'm new here. I have an 81 mercury zephyr (fox chassis). Ive done an 8.8" swap and a 91 mustang brake swap (still using the stock struts). Now im going to do a cobra brake swap, im using stock length axles in the rear and the 95 spindles in the front to keep the track width stock.

What size rims do I need? I found the perfect rims that are 17X8 with a 24mm offset (5.5" backspacing) Will they fit, or will they hit the strut? Shoudl be the same for mustangs, anyone out there know?
 

88mouse

New Member
Apr 18, 2007
630
0
0
Mooresville nc
Jun 7, 2007
#2
  • Jun 7, 2007
  • #2
i think your right on the 5.5" backspacing. Maybe somebody that know a little more about wheel will jump in.
 
B

bandmc

New Member
Mar 20, 2007
29
0
0
Jun 7, 2007
#3
  • Jun 7, 2007
  • #3
Should fit fine. I'm running a 17x9 with a 20mm backspacing with a 245/45/17 tire. Front rubs a little when turning all the way one way or another. No issues at all on the back.
 
Z

z781

New Member
Jun 7, 2007
3
0
0
Jun 7, 2007
#4
  • Jun 7, 2007
  • #4
I know the rims will fit the mustang setup, i just dont know if they will fit with my strut setup
 
B

bandmc

New Member
Mar 20, 2007
29
0
0
Jun 8, 2007
#5
  • Jun 8, 2007
  • #5
Strut setup different up front?
 
Z

z781

New Member
Jun 7, 2007
3
0
0
Jun 8, 2007
#6
  • Jun 8, 2007
  • #6
I dont know, I think my struts are shorter then the sn95's, but as for the angle i have no idea, Im using a 91mustang cross member and a arms and my 81 struts bolted up fine to all of that?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

8
87 lx 4cyl to v8 project 4 lug disc conversion questions
  • 87lx428
  • Mar 24, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
2
Views
489
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Mar 25, 2026
87lx428
8
Rear Disc and Rims Offsets
  • TripleYellow
  • Nov 11, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
19
Views
1K
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Jan 9, 2026
TripleYellow
Progress Thread Low Mile 89 GT Restomod - Moving toward paint
  • KRUISR
  • Jan 4, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2 3
Replies
59
Views
3K
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Jun 13, 2026
KRUISR
0
V6 to V8 Swap info
  • 02_2v_Curtis
  • Jan 11, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
0
Views
663
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Jan 11, 2026
02_2v_Curtis
0
SOLD SOLD!!!! 1993 Notchback Roadracer For Sale. She's a beast!
  • Boydster
  • Apr 25, 2025
  • Fox Body Mustangs For Sale (1979-93)
Replies
0
Views
1K
Fox Body Mustangs For Sale (1979-93) Apr 25, 2025
Boydster
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?