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waterfowler
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• Westmont, IL, USA |
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• Registered on 8/11/2009 |
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 Posted:8/11/2009 23:05 |
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Hi Guys,
First, let me say that my stress level is down about 50% tonight after finding out I'm not the only guy out there trying to put 20" KR rims on an 05 X. I bought the X 2 months ago and it had some chrome rims that had to go. Bought the KR rims, then discovered my problem. First tried 1/2" spacers, then considered going w/Fred. Then looked into wider replacement axles, etc etc etc. Now convinced to go w/Fred and the 2" spacers.
3 quick questions... first, with Fred's 2" spacers can you turn 100% without hitting the leaf? Second, why aluminum vs steel? Third, did you tell Fred how long to make the studs on the spacers? Assuming 14 X 1.5, but how long? 1.5"?
Thanks.. will post up pics here within a week. Identical to 71-4r3sons, just white w/tan trim.
Cory |
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LANDYOT
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• Subscriber since 11/23/2003 |
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• Newport News, VA, USA |
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• Registered on 7/15/2003 |
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Posted:8/12/2009 14:16 |
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Cory - WELCOME to the X-Files! 
| Quote: | | 3 quick questions... first, with Fred's 2" spacers can you turn 100% without hitting the leaf? |
Yes ... the only rubbing I encountered was the tire tread against the rear wall of the left front fenderwell splash panel. I drilled a few holes, pulled it back and secured it with some nylon tie-wraps. No more rubbing ... anywhere.
| Quote: | | Second, why aluminum vs steel? |
Aluminum may be lighter, more stiff and less prone to oxidizing, but after 30-plus years of building ships and submarines, I opted for the steel (I painted mine). And yes, I have experience with aluminum ... aircraft elevators are made of aluminum. Have seen aluminum crack without too much advance indication, and decided I didn't want to take that risk with my wheels. Having one fall off would pretty much ruin my day.
| Quote: | | Third, did you tell Fred how long to make the studs on the spacers? Assuming 14 X 1.5, but how long? 1.5"? |
To the best of my knowledge ... meaning I didn't measure them ... Fred uses lugs which protrude the same amount as the OEM lugs. |
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waterfowler
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• Westmont, IL, USA |
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• Registered on 8/11/2009 |
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Posted:8/13/2009 07:48 |
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Thanks for the confirmation. The old rims that came off already had that left front cut out as well. Weird, you would think the left/right would be the same, but, something tells me they design to turn right a little harder than left (think about road direction.. you never have to make a HARD left)... nonetheless.
Thanks for the confirmation. Will post up pics in a Saturday. |
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Exman
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• Chicago, IL, USA |
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• Registered on 12/15/2011 |
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Posted:12/15/2011 08:11 |
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Anyone with long term updates on the 20 inch oem rims? Just bought Fred\\'s spacers but no one will (licensed tire shop) mount the wheels/tires with the spacers on.
Is this set up holding up or should I reconsider? |
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LANDYOT
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• Newport News, VA, USA |
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Posted:12/15/2011 10:49 |
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| Quote: | Anyone with long term updates on the 20 inch oem rims? Just bought Fred\\\\'s spacers but no one will (licensed tire shop) mount the wheels/tires with the spacers on.
Is this set up holding up or should I reconsider? |
I sold my '05 X in October, and the 20" wheels and 2" spacers were all still in excellent condition. Had no issues at all with 'em. |
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71-4R3SONS
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• Southern Tier, NY, USA |
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• Registered on 3/24/2007 |
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• 49 posts |
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Posted:12/15/2011 12:59 |
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| Quote: | Anyone with long term updates on the 20 inch oem rims? Just bought Fred\\\\'s spacers but no one will (licensed tire shop) mount the wheels/tires with the spacers on.
Is this set up holding up or should I reconsider? |
Since 2008... On in the spring, off in the fall. Absolutely no issues.
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BOB Spelled backwards is BOB.
2005 EXCURSION--Eddie Bauer--4x4--V-10
Dale Jarrett FORD / NASCAR Special Edition
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Exman
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• Chicago, IL, USA |
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• Registered on 12/15/2011 |
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Posted:12/22/2011 09:49 |
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Thanks for your response. Tire shops also said I would have to do a re torquing every 100 miles. What do you recommend to torque the spacers to to keep them tight? Anyone else besides ebay with factory 20 wheels & tire setups for sale? |
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