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    2/20/2014 5:33 PM  #1

    jkordzi
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    Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    Hi Folks,

    I just sold my old wheels for my 65 FB because I bought Steve's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" disc brake conversion, so now I need new 17" wheels that will clear the brakes.  I'm building my car to "look" period correct, so when you open the hood you won't see billet aluminum, or an EFI conversion (nothing against restomods, just not my taste).  Also, I've opted instead for a rollerized front suspension instead of tubular controls arms, and a Isuzu Trooper/Borgeson PS box instead of a rack and pinion.  So although I'm integrating modern brakes, I'd like the wheels to be in keeping with the same theme.  Does anyone know if Torq Thrust, Minilite copies, Vintage 48s, or other similar wheels fit?  Any other suggestions as to backspacing or other styles?  Thanks.

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    2/21/2014 11:48 PM  #2

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    Re: Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    Seance the kit doesn't change stock track width but instead makes it so you need to clear the rotor. Here ya go pretty good reference http://dodgestang.com/mustang.htm

     

    2/22/2014 8:11 AM  #3

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    Re: Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    True74yamaha wrote:

    Seance the kit doesn't change stock track width but instead makes it so you need to clear the rotor. Here ya go pretty good reference http://dodgestang.com/mustang.htm

    Thanks.  Looks like if I go w/ 17" wheels, a 4.75" back space and 235 45 17 tires seems to work in most cases.
     

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    2/22/2014 11:20 AM  #4

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    Re: Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    The main reason say cobra wheels don't work with out a spacer is even though you have their brake you don't have they're track width.. The off set that the hub on those cars is greater. Which tells you you'll need to space them out

     

    2/22/2014 9:38 PM  #5

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    Re: Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    Just to add perspective, we put 2004 bullitt 17" x 8 wheels on with this brake setup on our 66 coupe.  They have 5.75 backspace so they required 1" spacer adapters, and the calipers barely clear the inner wheel.  Since the inner rims narrow a bit as they go in towards the hub, I would hazard a  guess they would not clear without the spacer.

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    2/23/2014 12:13 PM  #6

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    Re: Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    rbtconsultants wrote:

    Just to add perspective, we put 2004 bullitt 17" x 8 wheels on with this brake setup on our 66 coupe.  They have 5.75 backspace so they required 1" spacer adapters, and the calipers barely clear the inner wheel.  Since the inner rims narrow a bit as they go in towards the hub, I would hazard a  guess they would not clear without the spacer.
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    What size tires do you have?  Any rubbing?  Did you have to roll the fender lip?  What springs do you have?  thanks.
     

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    2/27/2014 7:23 PM  #7

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    Re: Need Wheels for MS's 2011-2013 Mustang GT 13.2" Disc Brake Conversion

    Tires are 215/50/17. No fenders yet, so I don't know for sure they don't rub. The net amount of backspace is 4.75" so I'm not concerned. We do have progressive rate springs.

    Here's a couple pics.  No engine in the pic so it's sitting high in the front.



     

    2/27/2014 8:13 PM  #8

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    Thanks - those look great.
     

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