Weld Rim help

[ford302redneck]

I currently looking at buying some Weld Drag lite rims. Ive heard they wont fit. But Ive seen a bunch cars with them on em.

Wondering what does it take to make them fit properly.

Also, What sizes to run on the front and what size tire.

If I can figure out how to make them fit, Ima run 10in wide in the rear, wonder what size tire would be best for this also.


Thanks in advance.

Somebody be my lifesaver.

 

[earleys94gt]

I think on certain models, you must retain the stock GT brakes, because the wheels will not clear Cobra calipers.

 

[ford302redneck]

I have gt calipers, I heard they wont clear these either.

 

[ford302redneck]

Just talked to somebody, they said spacers would work.

Man Im confused.

 

[sprintertech]

spacers is what i see used...didnt know it was necessary though

 

[ford302redneck]

OK, I figured out the fronts. My uncle had one laying around and I test fit it. Gotta use a 7/16 spacer, 5/16 is what I had on hand, fit but was a little to close for comfort.

Now Im wondering If I can fit 10"wide in the back.

 

[94TURBO5 O]

Yes you need 6.5" BS for the rear.

 

[TurboSnake95]

Are there any skinny's that will fit with the front Cobra brakes? and won't make the wheels sick out past the fender like a sore thumb?

 

[ford302redneck]

Yes you need 6.5" BS for the rear.

Thanks man.

I should be set to order Monday then.

 

[final5-0]

There is a guy who had a lot of ... RELIABLE ... info on running Weld 15" Prostars
on 94-95 Stangs

Don't know if it is applicable to the Drag Lites
or
Don't even know if the info is still there

but ... here is the link I've had for some time now

Grady

http://schwarzmann.com/garage/projects/wheels.html

 

[Robuilt]

Are there any skinny's that will fit with the front Cobra brakes? and won't make the wheels sick out past the fender like a sore thumb?

ill ask my buddy to post a pic of his 95 cobra.

he has prostars and had to use a one inch spacer to clear his cobra brakes but the wheels are nice and flush!

not the best pic for what you are looking for but you can get the idea.

View attachment 338540

 

[Gearbanger 101]

Thanks man.

I should be set to order Monday then.

You buying them cause you like their look, or because you want the weight savings? If it's just for the look, take a gander at the Summit versions. The look exactly the same and are a lot cheaper in price.

 

[drakesdad]

thanks for that Link...Grady.....I was trying to think of who had posted it before........saved now....there is some great info..

 

[subtlebeast]

Welds with cobra brakes

Here is alink I had saved a while back:

http://www.corral.net/forums/showthread.php?t=702969