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

Will 5.25 backspacing (front) work on my 90GT

  • Thread starter Thread starter Tolbert67
  • Start date Start date Oct 19, 2005

Tolbert67

New Member
Jul 20, 2005
70
0
0
Oct 19, 2005
#1
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #1
I look underneath and the shock looks like its within 1/2 inch of my stock rims/tires and I think the stock rims are 4.78 backspacing............

On the back I'm going with 5.5 backspacing.........(taking off the horizonal shock on the back)

I've asked this question before and the reason is......I want to be sure because, as you all know, its alot of money and once I've ordered the rims.........I own them.

So, anyone that knows that they know that they know...please comment.

Thanks in advance.
 
T

tjm73

Founding Member
Aug 3, 2000
2,418
2
48
Rush, NY
Oct 19, 2005
#2
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #2
Tolbert67 said:
I look underneath and the shock looks like its within 1/2 inch of my stock rims/tires and I think the stock rims are 4.78 backspacing............

On the back I'm going with 5.5 backspacing.........(taking off the horizonal shock on the back)

I've asked this question before and the reason is......I want to be sure because, as you all know, its alot of money and once I've ordered the rims.........I own them.

So, anyone that knows that they know that they know...please comment.

Thanks in advance.
Click to expand...

What width? With an 8" wide wheel. Yes it'll fit.

What is the rear wheels width gonna be?
 

Tolbert67

New Member
Jul 20, 2005
70
0
0
Oct 19, 2005
#3
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #3
Hey TJM73.....

8 inch width on the fornt

9 and 1/2 on the back


On a side note Mr TJM73....fed ex just delivered my front rotors and back axels....you know the one's out Jags mag that fits exactly like the ones i have on there now....the only difference is the 5 bolt pattern

That shock underneath seems pretty close on the front.


Thanks again for an answer.
 
T

tjm73

Founding Member
Aug 3, 2000
2,418
2
48
Rush, NY
Oct 19, 2005
#4
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #4
Tolbert67 said:
Hey TJM73.....

8 inch width on the fornt

9 and 1/2 on the back


On a side note Mr TJM73....fed ex just delivered my front rotors and back axels....you know the one's out Jags mag that fits exactly like the ones i have on there now....the only difference is the 5 bolt pattern

That shock underneath seems pretty close on the front.


Thanks again for an answer.
Click to expand...

No need to call me Mr !!!!! LOL I still remember teh first time I was called mister. THe first sign I was gettign older than the 'youth'. sigh..... lol!!!

9.5"??? Which wheel?
 

Tolbert67

New Member
Jul 20, 2005
70
0
0
Oct 19, 2005
#5
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #5
Torqe Thrust ll's...What else is there...will it work?
 
T

tjm73

Founding Member
Aug 3, 2000
2,418
2
48
Rush, NY
Oct 19, 2005
#6
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #6
Tolbert67 said:
Torqe Thrust ll's...What else is there...will it work?
Click to expand...

I run the Salt Flat wheels in 8" width with 5.25" on the back of my car with 255/50 tire. They'll stick out a little bit (not my cup of tea, but it's not my car). But as long as the car isn't lowered you shoudl be ok.

What tires front & rear did you decide to run?
 

Tolbert67

New Member
Jul 20, 2005
70
0
0
Oct 19, 2005
#7
  • Oct 19, 2005
  • #7
I've been at work.......I havent decided on tires yet , any suggestions?

What hieght, width, and what is the backspacing of your torq thrust ll's??? ...the front set that is???? thanks
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

M
Too much for me to repair in my current housing situation
  • My Drama Magnet 04 Gt
  • Apr 1, 2026
  • The Welcome Wagon
Replies
8
Views
278
The Welcome Wagon Apr 14, 2026
Noobz347
J
Help Figuring Motor Choice(Possible future turbo)?
  • jaygee15
  • Dec 14, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
13
Views
622
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Jan 3, 2026
Jarhead67
J
8
Engine Rough idle and aggressive sputtering when accelerating
  • 88vertible
  • Aug 13, 2025
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
4
Views
1K
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Dec 13, 2025
Jarhead67
J
S
Drivetrain 8.8 Pinion and 302 rear main seal leaks after replacing. 93 5.0 with t-5
  • Steigy4827
  • Jun 23, 2025
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
10
Views
652
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Apr 1, 2026
Steigy4827
S
SN95 Desktop 363 Engine Combination - Looking for input
  • WhiteCobra95
  • Sep 8, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
11
Views
1K
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Oct 6, 2025
Habu135
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?