18" Rims On a Foxbody Mustang 5.0 - Do They Rub? Everything you wanted to know!
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- On this episode I tell you everything you wanted to know about my Foxbody Mustang 5.0 with 18" rims on it. Questions answered: Do they rub? What size tires do you run front and rear? Are your fenders rolled? What is your suspension set up?
As I mention in my video, I purchased these wheels from Wheel Replicas. their website can be found here: www.wheelreplicas.com
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Those wheels are really nice. Love the sound clip at the end. Sounds awesome!
Thanks very much!!!
I love your notch. I own three of them.all on 15in welds. Thinking about putting my Turbo notch on some 18 inch just to roll around town.. keep up the great
content...foxbody for life
Thank you sir!!!! Wow, what’s better then one notch...? 3!!!! That’s awesome! Thanks for reaching out 👍
Great info, and video will definately help out a lot of peeps who are looking to move to an 18” setup✊🏼🏁
Thanks buddy!
Love your vids and your character. Keep it up I can see this channel growing!
Awe thx my friend. Glad you enjoy it!! Will do! 🙏🙏🙏
I really do appreciate the info brother and you and the infamous project y'all are amazing together and separately I watch a lot of y'all the stuff can learn a lot from you so please continue it means a lot to the community that does not have as much knowledge as y'all do still learning still watching but I do appreciate the info God bless have a great day
Thanks so much for the kind words pal! I really appreciate it!
Nice set up brotherman 😎🤘
Cheers !
Thx buddy!!! 🙏👊
Great video. It answer a lot of question.
Right on! Glad I could help 👊👊👊
Thanks for that info bruh!!
Yessir! Anytime!!!
18” on my coupe!! This is my second set . I just when staggered this time around rolled fenders for a wider tire . But all good
Very nice! I love it 👍💯
Excellent content as usual. Can you discuss the harshness of ride between the 16 17 and 18 if possible.
Thanks buddy! To be honest, I didn't notice any difference 🤷♂️
From my personal experiences, putting larger rims and tires actually makes the car slower. But you can't beat the look. Btw I love your wall plaque, they should've put a coupe on it though.
Thanks for sharing
Anytime 👍
Great vid! You just helped me on my decision to go with the Seleens. Were you able to use the quad Shocks on your rear wheel setup or did you have to remove them?
Right on! Thx buddy. Yes I do still have the quad shock in, I just flipped it around for more clearance 👍
Great Video! I have the Identical 18" wheels in Black Chrome from Wheel Replicas on my 92 Notch.
Thank you very much! Nice!!! I almost went with the black chrome as well! What color is your car?
@@KASLCustoms Bimmini Blue
oh my.....🤩 very nice!!!
Lol. I've been running the identical chrome wheels on my Bimini coupe for about 10-12 years now with no issues, but thinking about putting my Roush wheels on soon because these are becoming popular and my Roush wheels have just been end tables for me for 10 years and never used..... one of those buy a set, then see something else you want also deals, so I've just used the Saleens until now and just scuffed one 😞
Really have loved these Saleens though. Tons of compliments and hadn't seen any at the time I did mine. The edgy spokes look better than cobras to me. No rubbing.
Very nice!!! Yessir 👍👍👍
I love your wheels, they look great! Thank you for sharing, I’m converting my to 5 lug right now. Did you convert to SN 95 spindles up front to fit those wheels? Or are you stock?
Thank you!!! Right on - it’s a good conversion to do 👍. No I maintained the fox front spindles. I “massaged” my dust caps so the fit my wheels caps 😉
I've got the same size tires on mine a little bit lower though had to roll the fenders no rubbing good times
Right on! I do have my rears rolled but didn’t have to touch the fronts 👍
I got 17/9s chrome ponies. 245 in the front 275 in the back. Love them
Beautiful 😍 😍
What did you do to make em fit I got the 245/45/17 and everytime I do a turn they rub
@@user-sj7jm3dx8i I have an 89 and the same size wheels & tires (Nitto 555) running square though. The wheels are Cobra R 4 lug (American Muscle) and they rub on the lower portion of the front fenders, but only when turning sharply; like into a driveway, lock to lock. I know they made some changes in the fenders/ suspension geometry, but I don't know the details on it. I'm going to try some lower aspect ratio tire the next time and hoping that cures it and hope this helps you.
I run a UPR K member, lower tubular A arms, and I have 03 gt wheels on mine 17", 5 lug of course, with a 5/16 wheel spacer which meant longer studs, had 245's up front, I autocross it and in hard turns in would bang the fender pretty hard, front and rear fenders rolled also, so I went with 235's to help out some, unfortunately for me those 18's with that backspacing would never work on my car. They look wicked though man👍👍. Oh and p.s. I was referring to the front set up on my car which I'm sure u guys gathered.
Wow - thats some serious cornering force!!! Thanks for sharing. I love the community of people we have on here and how everyone takes the time to reach out, share their findings, and help each other out! Thanks for the kind comments bud and thanks for reaching out! 💪👊
I think there’s a lot of people wanting to make the move from 17 to 18. The offset of those 18” rims is just right, or you might otherwise have some rubbing. This video will be helpful for sure. I’m sticking with the pony 16’s for now 😬
Yeah I think so too. Thx for reaching out bud 👍
I just got a set of liquid gold SVE wheels for my fox. Seeing them in person I really hope they clear. They look so massive! 😅
265/35/18 285/35/18
Nicely done buddy!!! I think you’ll be fine 👍
I also have the Eibach springs with the saleen replicas on my new edge...eibach sportlines and saleen 18/9 18/10 staggered set up..There’s a lot of wheels out there for our cars but nothing holds true to the cars style like saleens for a custom set up...I believe that goes for any fox chassis mustang...
Yup - I agree 💯
I had the same issue and got the same wheels for my 90 GT
Right on!!!
Fuck a hellcat i want that 5.0 foxbody.
🤣👌
Did that mullet come with the 5 lug conversion? ;) Love ya Gator
Hahahahaha - damn rites it did 😉😎👊
I'm debating between saleen's and sve series 3 for my coupe! I have saleens on my 70and fastback
Very nice! Decisions, decisions LOL!!!
18`s Waaaaaaaaaay Coooool they fill the fender wall nicely
Yessir! I agree, I like them a lot better then the 16’s and 17’s I’ve had 👍
@@KASLCustoms agree 100% it fills the well very nice & wow what a cool wheel
Thx buddy!
I love the setup, I just bought my first fox 89 GT. I have 4 lug, and was going to stay with that, would I be able to run the same setup you have? And would I have to make any modifications to go up to 18"?
Thank you very much and congrats on your first fox! I do not know if these wheels are offered in a 4 lug/18" setup or not? That would be a good place to start your research. I purchased them from wheel replicas
Spend the money and do the 5-lug swap. You'll have better brakes and the wheel options will be huge. If you stay with the stock rear width (wms to wms) you may need to space the wheels.
I have ATS Brembo brakes and need wheels that will fit them. I believe I found the correct ones but now idk what size tires?
Idk if I should get a 18x9.5 front and a 18x10.5 rear
OR
18x8.5 front and 18x9.5 rear
I want the widest tire in the rear and I have all UPR tubular suspension from my K-member back. I don’t have rear coilovers yet but do have all the rear tubular suspension
I have no idea what size to run that won’t rub. I’ll roll my libs for sure. I don’t like the stretched tire look.
Open to suggestions bud if you know. If you need more information I can give you more
Nice! Get bud, there are SO many factors to consider with that... Best thing to do is scour the internet for other cars with similar set ups. Sorry I wish I could be of more help
Just recieved my 18 sve saleen reps and 5lug conv from lmr. I went staggered. Wish me luck!
Very nice!!! That is goi g to look awesome!!!
So ive installed the fronts so far. The spindle actually pushes the center caps out and im unable to reinstall. Called LMR before i bought these and the 5 lug conversion and was told they would fit. Come to find out after i called again today i need a spacer. But then i have to watch wheel stud length. Then theres a aftermarket caster plate...etc etc. Pissed off and feel like i was taken. I called to make sure I wasnt going to have issues!! Havnt even got to the back yet, axles, gears, and a 285 tire...which prolly wont fit. Any advice??
Hey bud. Yes I have two options for you: 1. Depending on what conditions you drive your car in i.e. sunny days, minimal miles, low dust conditions - just go with no dust cover on the rotor. 2. You can take a dremel to the inside of the rim cap and gain enough clearance to instal. You can also tap the tin dust cap slightly with a hammer to gain a little more clearance too. Go easy when working with the dremel as you can burn through the cap easily. All that said, replacement wheel caps are cheap. This is what I did 👍
My spindles are so long not even a dremel can correct. Spacer might be the only way. I specifically asked LMR about my car and this setup...frustrating.
Oh wow - that’s crazy
I have a 1990 fox gt hatchback doing 5 lug conversion with the drums in back but will change the drums to disc down the road my question is I have the 1994 -04 white sve 18x9 and 18x10 set I got for my car will they fit like your tires are Sumitomo HTR Z5 Tires thanks for your time
Hi there. I’m not sure? Do you know the offset of the wheels?
That wood sign 🔥
I think you can go up to 18's without rubbing issues on a 90-93....they had larger wheel well openings in the front fender. Not the case with the 87-89's. Their openings are a bit more "closed" than the later models.
Thx bud! Yup agreed
91-93 had the bigger front fender opening. I have a 1990 with the smaller opening and had to go down from a 245/40/18 to a 235/40/18 to prevent rubbing on the fender spats.
Oh wow - no kidding?
@@OG_FIVEO thanks! I thought it was 91 and up 👍
@@OG_FIVEO what about 245 with a 17? On a 1990
Must be a decent offset, my 245's rub. You find much difference in hookup with the wider tire? Always wondered if having a lower pro tire would make for less hookup
I didn’t notice much difference, that said I do not have the best tire for traction purposes either tho...
I’m about to put 20’ on mines
I’ve only seen a couple folks go that big in photos, I’d be interested to know how they fit and ride 👍
Which 5 lug conversion did you use? Noticed some people complaining about some kits.
Hey! I bought a fox with the kit on it and swapped it to my coupe so I’m not sure which kit it was - sorry 🤷♂️
Your tires don't rub because the ride height is still above ideal (for handling). Your setup works great for the street though.
I just bought set of used chrome 18x9 replica cobra wheels for my 95 GT, they look identical to yours, now in a dilemma about tire size I'm thinking 265 but 35s or 40s, issue is 40s are bit taller than stock 225/55r16 and has 2:73 so already tall geared and 35s are shorter I like that but is that going to increase chance of rim damage from short sidewall.
Nice bud! 35 series tires are small but I’ve never had an issue 👍
What’s the lug patters on them 18” thanks
5 x 114.3
Love the wood sign. Shame it's not a coupe. 😉
Thanks bud!!! true but the hatch/GT - in my opinion - would be the most recognizable to the masses don't you think?
@@KASLCustoms I see your point. It's definitely a very nice sign and I wouldn't hesitate to put one in my garage.
What rotor on the front do you use to be 5 lug and fit the factory calipers and brakes?? Thanks for the videos!!
Thanks for reaching out my friend! I use the crown vic rotors. My car is still using the fox spindles so I am limited to either the crown vic or ranger rotors. One day I plan to upgrade to the SN95 spindles which will then open up all kinds of avenues for "big brake" kits 👍
@@KASLCustoms Can you tell me what year crown vic and ranger models fit the fox spindles?? Thanks!!
Shoot bud, I can’t remember now off the top of my head…? A quick google search should point you in the right direction 👍
Hey brother !!! Greetings from Massachusetts. Love your car, and your channel. Strange question for you and the other fox owners out there. I don't have one (yet) but want to get one. 40 years old now, and never had the car I loved as a kid. I stand at 6'3" tall. Am I to tall to be comfortable in in a fox ? Thoughts anyone ? Thanks !!!!
Hey bud! Thank you for the kind words!! Well I can't speak from too much personal experience there as I am only about 5'11" on a real hot day 😉😂. That said, a good buddy of mine back in the day had a Sick black GT and he was at least 6'5". Now it was quite the site to see him piled up in that little fox but he did it and loved every minute of it!!!
Ok. Good to know. Thank you for the help. About a year or so left on my 75 Torino restoration, but it is time for another car NOW !!!! Why not a fox ? You only live once. Keep the great content coming, and be safe. Take care man ✌
@@edmccandlish520 Very nice!!! I Love the Torinos - total classic!!! I couldn't agree more! I'm actually looking at another as we speak to 😉
Do you happen to remember what tires you fit when you was running the 17x9’s? I’m currently debating going 17x9’s all around with 8mm spacers in the front (as advertised by LMR) and a steering rack limiter if needed on my 93 Lx vert. It’s also interesting you lowered your car and didn’t have any rub! I’ve been reading all over I’d have to swap spring to make 17x9’s fit. Could be a difference in the years/setups I suppose.
Yes I had 255/35/17 on all 4 corners 👍
@@KASLCustoms thank you! I know I can always count on you/this channel with anything fox related!
Thx pal!!! 👊
You never mentioned if you’re running 95 or fox length axles. I just returned the sve series 2 18s. Both wheels stuck out farther than I was willing to chance
Fox length axles
How do I get a hold of 3 Roosters Custom Wood Design if I don’t have Instagram? I’m also interested in getting one of those as well. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you take care!
Here is their email address: 3roosterscwd@gmail.com
Does your car run factory or tubular control arms up front?
Factory 👍
What axles you have? Stock or? Spacer in back?
Stock 28 spline
Do you still have the quad shocks?
Yes I do however they are flipped
Would that same setup fit on a 84 GT?
I'm not 100% sure?
That just for men beard colour is TFF.
I have the SVE 10th Anniversary Anthracite 9/10 wheels on my 88 Scarlet GT based on your recommendation and I love them. However, I recently changed my fender badges to black foxbody 5.0 and am considering the SVE Saleen SC 9/10 wheel in all black. I just can't get myself convinced to go all black. What do you think....? I have smoked stck headlight kit as well.
Very nice buddy! I almost bought the black chrome Saleen reps but they were back ordered at the time. I think they would look 🔥🔥🔥
@@KASLCustoms would you go 9/10 or 8/10
I’d go 9/10 🦾
@@KASLCustoms I always appreciate you replying to my questions. 👍
@@KASLCustoms so LMR only has the wheels. No tires. What’s another tire you would recommend? I’m guessing 255/40 F and 275/40 R.
Beautiful , I've got the 2002 oem speedline wheels on granatelli coilovers, and Lincoln rotors, but the wheels stick out too far and still rub on my coil over spring...are you running 94-95 spindles?
Thank you! No, I’m still on stock spindles and have Lincoln rotors
@@KASLCustoms yes i read later on the comments...I'm on granatelli coilovers with that same setup as you Lincoln rotors, and the spring rubs on the tire when fully turned
That sucks. What is your wheel offset?
@@KASLCustoms i believe they are stock OEM Speedline Saleen wheels from 99 to 2004 Saleen.
Ok. It might be an offset issue
What year foxbody do you have?
A 92 and a 91 👍
What specific green is that on your fox. Doesn’t look factory lol
It’s still the original paint from 1992. Ford paint code PA 👍
@@KASLCustoms cool man
Do you have 1/4 spacers on the rear wheels?
I do run a 1/8” spacer in the rear. It’s not for clearance, it’s only for the wider look I was trying to accomplish
Got it the thank's
Do you also have spacers in front?
Nothing in the front 👍
I need new rims my 17x9s rub in the front on full turn is it from the offset? New to the foxbody game but was thinking about getting 15x7s
Yes it’s the offset. My 17x9’s rubbed at full lock too
@@KASLCustoms thank you sir I'll take care of it any specific offset u recommend?
Any time my friend. My 18’s are 9” wide and they are a 24mm offset with a 5.95” back space. No rub front or back and I run a 275/35 rear and a 255/35 front. I did have to flip my quad shock around in the rear though 👍
@@KASLCustoms thank u sir getting it inspected next week not in school yet but will take it to my mechanic thanks again sir
Anytime buddy. Good luck 👍
What’s everyone’s opinion on 17 inch ponies? Is it worth it or go with 18’s. And if going with ponies would you still go 5 lug or leave it 4 lug.
I don’t think you can ever go wrong with Ponies!!! 😍
@@KASLCustoms yeah u think it’s worth 5 lug or just leave 4 lug?
I like the 5 lug but it really depends on what type of wheels you want to run. 5 lug opens up a whole new world of options!
I have 18x9 cobra r's on my Calypso notch. No rubbing. I'd like to go 10 out back but can't seem to find them anymore.....booooo
Nice! Same thing happened to me when I bought mine!! I wanted a 10” out back but there was a 10 month + wait 😢