Thanks for this quick comparison. I have a Miata but I agree. Slightly tucked in with the 20’s on the focus looks perfect. I’m gonna do that look as well.
Excellent video, very informative, and great visual angles to see exactly what it will look like before purchasing and fitting , nice work buddy 👍 thanks
WARNING : The use of lubricants and anti-sizing compounds ( 2:18 ) on the threads of the wheels studs or lug nuts can cause a high degree of over-torquing!
@@mrsluigi9478 A lot. Using anti-sieze or grease etc on wheel studs reduces friction between the threads of the studs and lugs (or nuts). So when that torque wrench clicks at 80 lbs, it might actually be the equivilant of 120-145+ without lube. That's a lot of force punching into the aluminum and a lot of pull on the lugs. And when it comes to wheel spacers like this, you want to use Loctite on the threads, somewhat the opposite of anti-sieze. The obvious caveat to Loctite is that it's a secondary level of safety that will prevent the spacer nuts from walking out on their own. The less-spoken aspect of the Loctite is that although it will increase the static breakaway strength of the nut from the lug, it also provides a seal when cured, preventing moisture from settling in between the threads so corrosive bonding between the nuts and lugs will be far less that running dry.
@@SurrealKillcam it could be a little more than 80 but not as much over as using grease or anti-sieze. Some wheel adapters come with a single use Loctite pack, some don't but recommend Loctite Red. Personally I prefer blue.
What about using spacers with ford performance wheels? 15mm or 20mm will fit? I see on ford performance wheels that it has no “room” like oem SF wheels.
Thank you for sharing. I am planning to place similar wheel spacers on my 2018 Ford Fusion SE. I noticed that your wheel studs stuck out from the holes on the spacer. I have viewed several videos that say that it is bad for your wheel studs to stick out for the wheel spacer, because it keeps the wheel from sitting flat on the wheel spacer. Was that an issue you experienced? How did you get your wheel to sit flat against the wheel space even tough your wheel studs were sticking out from the wheel spacer?
Many wheels have cutouts on the back that allow the original studs to protrude out further that the mounting surface. Check the back of your wheels to make sure yours have cutouts.
I also have ford performance wheels 19x8 and with 15mm or 20mm the back of the wheel itself does not have enough room for the studs to properly flush the wheel against the spacer. Should use 25mm at least
hi, I have a buick regal 2004 and I like to install a wheel spacer. Do you know witch one will look nice with original oem wheel and tires? I like to match front and back.
I feel like the factory studs are sticking out too much through the spacer for the wheel to sit flush on the spacer itself. Sounds like a recipe for disaster. Should be grinding down those factory studs before mounting the wheel.
I have had a bad experience with spacers before, maybe because they were too wide (25mm), it damaged my rear drive shaft and it caused a wobbly ride, do you think that driving with spacers on a rough street like the freeways of Texas a good idea? I was thinking about adding spacers on a 19x8.5 wheels with 35 offset to be able to add a wide body kit for my ST.
Frank Da Tank they do fit. I just got some. However depending on what wheels you have you might have to grind the studs off. I just found that out the hard way.
Why do people want to do this to an se focus? I've seen people ask if they can put a turbo in it or lower it,but why on the se,if your willing to put that money get the st or RS
Thanks for this quick comparison. I have a Miata but I agree. Slightly tucked in with the 20’s on the focus looks perfect. I’m gonna do that look as well.
Excellent video, very informative, and great visual angles to see exactly what it will look like before purchasing and fitting , nice work buddy 👍 thanks
WARNING : The use of lubricants and anti-sizing compounds ( 2:18 ) on the threads of the wheels studs or lug nuts can cause a high degree of over-torquing!
How come? And how badly
@@mrsluigi9478 A lot. Using anti-sieze or grease etc on wheel studs reduces friction between the threads of the studs and lugs (or nuts). So when that torque wrench clicks at 80 lbs, it might actually be the equivilant of 120-145+ without lube. That's a lot of force punching into the aluminum and a lot of pull on the lugs. And when it comes to wheel spacers like this, you want to use Loctite on the threads, somewhat the opposite of anti-sieze. The obvious caveat to Loctite is that it's a secondary level of safety that will prevent the spacer nuts from walking out on their own. The less-spoken aspect of the Loctite is that although it will increase the static breakaway strength of the nut from the lug, it also provides a seal when cured, preventing moisture from settling in between the threads so corrosive bonding between the nuts and lugs will be far less that running dry.
@@Fister_of_Muppets Wow, thanks for the deep insight.
@@mrsluigi9478 Anytime 👍
@@SurrealKillcam it could be a little more than 80 but not as much over as using grease or anti-sieze. Some wheel adapters come with a single use Loctite pack, some don't but recommend Loctite Red. Personally I prefer blue.
Spacers installation allow people put wider tires on their cars. That is the purpose of it.
Hi, what is the ET of the wheels you are testing the spacers for?
What about using spacers with ford performance wheels? 15mm or 20mm will fit?
I see on ford performance wheels that it has no “room” like oem SF wheels.
I have a 2016 mondeo what would you suggest is the best to get. looking at 20mm all round. 235/45/18 tyre size.
Can I torque them down with a regular ratchet, or do I need to actually torque it to a certain amount?
Wheel spacers should be torqued down to the same spec as your wheels.
Will these spacers work on an ST but with the RS OEM forged wheels?
Hi what was factory spec please
What size spacers do i need for the bigger 19” rims they give
Will the tuner style lugs work for the spacers still?
Thank you for sharing. I am planning to place similar wheel spacers on my 2018 Ford Fusion SE. I noticed that your wheel studs stuck out from the holes on the spacer. I have viewed several videos that say that it is bad for your wheel studs to stick out for the wheel spacer, because it keeps the wheel from sitting flat on the wheel spacer. Was that an issue you experienced? How did you get your wheel to sit flat against the wheel space even tough your wheel studs were sticking out from the wheel spacer?
Many wheels have cutouts on the back that allow the original studs to protrude out further that the mounting surface. Check the back of your wheels to make sure yours have cutouts.
I have a 2005 chevy Silverado 1500 2wd with 17" rims 2/78" center I got 20"rims with 4" center how do I make it work
I have a 2016 focus st with premium wheels. Why does it say on your website that they wont work with premium wheels
I also have ford performance wheels 19x8 and with 15mm or 20mm the back of the wheel itself does not have enough room for the studs to properly flush the wheel against the spacer.
Should use 25mm at least
are the 18 by 8s on the car?
hi, I have a buick regal 2004 and I like to install a wheel spacer. Do you know witch one will look nice with original oem wheel and tires? I like to match front and back.
lmfao get the fuck outta here with ur dumbass car
It looks like they stick out too much, especially the 25mm.
Do these work with the premium wheels or do the lug bolts need cut/replaced? 2015 fost premium wheel w/ 255 35 18.
Need 25mm for the premium wheels. Check out ST-Suspensions DZX kit if you wanna use a smaller spacer on the premium wheels.
Why didn't you grind the studs off? Appears they are sticking out at least a quarter of an inch.
The factory wheels have openings in the back so there was no need to.
Ok...makes sense. I figured you new what you were doing just caught my eye.
I feel like the factory studs are sticking out too much through the spacer for the wheel to sit flush on the spacer itself. Sounds like a recipe for disaster. Should be grinding down those factory studs before mounting the wheel.
But it’s super easy and only takes moments to install with zero negative consequences so...you’re wrong dude
Would these fit on an SE?
I have had a bad experience with spacers before, maybe because they were too wide (25mm), it damaged my rear drive shaft and it caused a wobbly ride, do you think that driving with spacers on a rough street like the freeways of Texas a good idea? I was thinking about adding spacers on a 19x8.5 wheels with 35 offset to be able to add a wide body kit for my ST.
Were they hub centric?
DUMBEEZY yes, when you hit a small pot hole or drive in bad road over time it can bend your wheel bearing and you’ll have to change them
Buying the wheels with the correct offset will save you money in the long run if you drive on roads like that.
I have 19"x8.5(255/19/40) and 19"x9(285/19/35) would it fit the 2013 focus st
周大維 I sold that car. Read when I commented
周大維 It was peace of shit car to be honest will never buy ford again
Will the 25mm spacers fit my 2013 Ford Focus se sedan?
Frank Da Tank they do fit. I just got some. However depending on what wheels you have you might have to grind the studs off. I just found that out the hard way.
grind the studs off? which studs? the factory studs in which the spacer goes on or the studs that the spacers comes with?
Why do people want to do this to an se focus? I've seen people ask if they can put a turbo in it or lower it,but why on the se,if your willing to put that money get the st or RS
Wesley Haws it’s more fun and unique than any old ST. Pretty satisfying when you can get your SE looked at over an ST
buy a real car... with ur bullshit ass SE prolly automatic, poser ass, tf, weirdo ass
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Yes they will fit and No they will not fit