Wheels & Tires

jspagna1

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Need to know if these rims & tires will fit my 1966 Mustang Coupe. I replaced Front Springs ( Stock) and Rear Leaf Springs ( stock), so the car is not lowered in any way. They are American Racing Torque Thrust II's 16 x 7 or 8 not sure. The front tires are 225/55/16 & the back tires are 245/50/16. I am not worried about the back, but I am about the front. What do you think. Thanks

 

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ForceFed70

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Technically, you should be able to fit them.

However, your backspacing will need to be perfect. You'll want about 4.5" of back spacing.

 

jspagna1

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They have a 4" backspace. I still don't know the width. He wants $575-600 for the the set. I want to make sure they fit first. The front tires are half worn and the backs are new. Do you think it's worth it?

 

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16x8 with 4bs won't fit

16x7 with 4 bs will kinda fit

 

jspagna1

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Thanks guys. I appreciate the feedback. I just joined this forum and it's already been a big help. Later

 

crisdavid

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• Feb 22, 2007

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Hi, everyone. I am in need of help.
this is my situation:
1967 mustang coupe
wheels: 16x8 american racing
tires front: 255/50/16
tires rear: 255/50/16
rear springs: 4 leaf heavy duty
front coils: grab a track 620
I am rubbing in the back.
what is the correct tire size I should use.
thanks

 

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• Feb 22, 2007

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You should be able to fit that tire without a problem. If it's rubbing, it's because your backspacing isn't correct. Changing to a narrower tire won't fix your backspacing, but might fix the rubbing.

You could also look into rolling the fender lips.

 

crisdavid

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they will fit, I have a 1967 stang runnning 225/50/16 in the front and no rubbing. but then again mustangs before 1967 were a bit smaller in every way.
hope that helps.