Bullit wheels (again?)

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  1. John B

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    Sorry, I know there have been threads on this before, and I searched them, but couldn't seem to find a definitive answer on this question.
    I will be running 2003 Mustang Cobra brakes on all 4 corners on my Mav. I will require 17" wheels to clear them (didn't know that when I started down this pat!).
    I know that 17' Mustang Bullit wheels "fit" Mavericks, but what size and type of spacers will I need to use to run them on the street (fairly aggressive driver)?
    Same question for 18" Bullit wheels.
    Thanks so much in advance for your inputs.
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    do you know what backspacing your new wheels will have?
     
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    No, actually I don't. I've seen a few cars on the board with these wheels on them, so I thought someone might have this information from first hand experience.
     
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    94-04 offset wheels will require a 1" front and at least a 1.5 rear spacer

    Later models have even more backspace
     
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    How are you mounting the disc brakes? If you are using a different spindle or rear axle then the mounting position could be different.
     
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    ...And '05+ wheels will need 1.5" up front and 2" in the back.
     
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    Im using 1 inch in the frt and 1.5 rears
     
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    Thanks Starsky74.
    Are you running larger-than-stock disc brakes too? If so, what is your set-up?
    Can you share any details about the type of spacers you are using?
    Thanks again.
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    Yep 13 inch cobra front and soon explorer rears
     
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    Did you go with the Mustang Steve drum spindle kit? If so, how do you like it?
    Can you share any details about your wheel spacers?
    Thanks
     
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