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ratrodmiller · 12-25-2009, 01:37 PM

Hello, i have a set of cobra r wheels for my 50 model . 18x 9 1//2 . Does anybody know if they will fit under the factory fenders ?

OrrieG · 12-25-2009, 02:36 PM

what kind of suspension are you running? Stock? Lowered? S-10?

ratrodmiller · 12-25-2009, 03:02 PM

im running stock frame fully boxed,mustang 2 front end 2 inch lowering spindles,also 4 link rear end 8.8 ford explorer

blackdiesel · 12-25-2009, 08:44 PM

how wide are they, how tall are the tires on them, and what is the offset.

ratrodmiller · 12-25-2009, 09:04 PM

Wheels are 18/9 1/2. Just wondering has anyone run this combo under a truck with stock frame. The offset is 6 inches .
I am going to trade my 15 inch weld wheels for these 18 s
if they fit I need more ground clearence.

ratrodmiller · 12-25-2009, 09:10 PM

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solidaxel · 12-25-2009, 11:04 PM

My best guess is No
too much back spacing unless you tub or narrow the rear axle.
I would think there are better ways to get more ground clearence!

ratrodmiller · 12-26-2009, 12:03 AM

Allrighty. I'll get me some taller tires and keep my weld drag lights!10-4

wood1 · 12-26-2009, 04:06 PM

I'd say no also. 8" maybe 8.5" width wheel is max without a tub.
I've got 18"x7" & 20"x8" (Mll frt, 10-bolt rear) with 4" back space front and rear. Front is fine, rear gets close when I lower it..

ratrodmiller · 12-26-2009, 04:22 PM

Wood1. I like the way those 20s tuck ! That is the look im wanting for my truck.

**mr48chev** · 12-26-2009, 10:04 PM

The only real way you will know is to trial fit them before doing the swap.

If it is this style of wheel the clearance issues will be to the inside rather than the outside as the back spacing is 5.9 inches and there is only about one inch offset to the outside.

12-25-2009, 01:37 PM	#1
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	mustang cobra r wheels Hello, i have a set of cobra r wheels for my 50 model . 18x 9 1//2 . Does anybody know if they will fit under the factory fenders ?

12-25-2009, 02:36 PM	#2
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: mustang cobra r wheels what kind of suspension are you running? Stock? Lowered? S-10? __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

12-25-2009, 03:02 PM	#3
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	Re: mustang cobra r wheels im running stock frame fully boxed,mustang 2 front end 2 inch lowering spindles,also 4 link rear end 8.8 ford explorer

12-25-2009, 08:44 PM	#4
blackdiesel Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Omaha, Arkansas Posts: 929	Re: mustang cobra r wheels how wide are they, how tall are the tires on them, and what is the offset. __________________ '57 Chevy Pickup '56 GMC LCF Cummins '38 Chrysler Royal '57 2wd change http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=speedway

12-25-2009, 09:04 PM	#5
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	Re: mustang cobra r wheels Wheels are 18/9 1/2. Just wondering has anyone run this combo under a truck with stock frame. The offset is 6 inches . I am going to trade my 15 inch weld wheels for these 18 s if they fit I need more ground clearence.

12-25-2009, 09:10 PM	#6
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	Re: mustang cobra r wheels //67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/member.php?u=50464 Last edited by ratrodmiller; 12-25-2009 at 09:38 PM.

12-25-2009, 11:04 PM	#7
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: mustang cobra r wheels My best guess is No too much back spacing unless you tub or narrow the rear axle. I would think there are better ways to get more ground clearence! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

12-26-2009, 12:03 AM	#8
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	Re: mustang cobra r wheels Allrighty. I'll get me some taller tires and keep my weld drag lights!10-4

12-26-2009, 04:06 PM	#9
wood1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: twin cities, mn Posts: 199	Re: mustang cobra r wheels I'd say no also. 8" maybe 8.5" width wheel is max without a tub. I've got 18"x7" & 20"x8" (Mll frt, 10-bolt rear) with 4" back space front and rear. Front is fine, rear gets close when I lower it.. Attached Images

12-26-2009, 04:22 PM	#10
ratrodmiller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: plain dealing,la Posts: 190	Re: mustang cobra r wheels Wood1. I like the way those 20s tuck ! That is the look im wanting for my truck.

12-26-2009, 10:04 PM	#11
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,711	Re: mustang cobra r wheels The only real way you will know is to trial fit them before doing the swap. If it is this style of wheel the clearance issues will be to the inside rather than the outside as the back spacing is 5.9 inches and there is only about one inch offset to the outside.



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