Factory Mustang Rims on a Crown Vic | SuperMotors.net Forums

Member since Jul 2011
3 posts
Honolulu, HI, USA
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Jul 26, 2011 at 12:34 AM

Sorry to all of you who probably have to answer this question for the new guy, but I dont want to sift through the old forums to find my answer.

I see that any -02 CV needs a spacer for a Mustang rim to fit because of the difference in offset, but if I use a hub-centric spacer of at at least 1.5", will it clear the studs on the hub without cutting? And whats the smallest hub-centric spacer Ican use without cutting?

On a high-mileage vehicle, is it recommended to change the wheel-bearings and studs nefore installing such a big spacer?

Any feedback wold be appreciated!

jdmeaux

Member since Jan 2009
525 posts
Lafayette, LA, USA
1 vehicle in the registry

Jul 26, 2011 at 10:25 AM

According to www.crownvic.net at {http://www.crownvic.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1061930&gonew=1#UNREAD], you shouldn't need a spacer if you use factory wheels. I have a 1997 CVPI and am using Niche 8.5" x 19" with standard 15mm offset (Mustang stock), and they fit beautifully. Just make sure you use a tire that has the same diameter as your stock tires, and everything should be okay.

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