I was looking at getting this kit for my 1971 maverick. I also have the opportunity to pick up some stock magnums off of a 1977 maverick. My question is if anyone knows if the magnums will fit with this wilwood setup. http://www.wilwood.com/Images/BrakeKits/WCD_Drawings/WCD_dwg-Large/ds1035_wcd-lg.jpg Not sure of the specs on the wheels and need to verify I will have clearance.
Stock Magnum 500 steel rims where 14inch and will not fit with that Wilwood kit, even aftermarket 15" will not work either.......... David
Thanks for the response. So 15” won’t work either? Or just aftermarket 15” magnums? Looking for some wheels that will compliment the car. Any suggestions are appreciated!
I have aftermarket Magnum 500's 15" made by Wheel Vintiques along with Right Stuff rear disc brake conversion kit which uses 11" rotors and that combo barely had enough clearance, so with that Wilwood kit using 12" rotors, I doubt there would be enough clearance even with the Magnum 15". You can take a chance and try, but awful lot of money to purchase Magnum 15" and find out they won't fit! I don't know about the aftermarket aluminum Magnum 500 rims........ I currently went with the following American Racing Ansen Sprint polished aluminum 15" rims and can tell you that there is plenty of clearance and I believe you would not have an issue with the Wilwood kit. https://www.ebay.com/itm/132407584424 Another member Eric (Acornridgeman) actually steered me into purchasing Ansen's, as his car virtually has the same brakes/tire combo (size wise) as mine, so I know it would work. After they arrived, did a trial fitting and noticed ample clearance for larger brakes/rotors. Also eBay listing for the Ansen's are at least $200 cheaper than anyone else, brand new no issues and free shipping! Whether or not you like the slotted rims.........but I know they fit larger brake/rotors........ Here is link to discussion about the Ansen's http://mmb.maverick.to/threads/ok-i...r-being-asked-if-his-car-is-a-mustang.116140/ David
Awesome thanks! What size tire did you run on these wheels? Did you roll your fender to get them to fit or just mount and tighten nuts?
I am running 205/60/R15 on front and 225/60R15 on rears, I think Eric has 255/60/R15 on rears. No need to roll fender lips! Also, here is link regarding wheel/tire/rim fitment, great tool! http://www.tyresizecalculator.com/tyre-wheel-calculators/wheel-rim-size-calculator David
