will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? - Page 2

TheJeanyus · 12-22-2005, 02:16 PM

I've had 9" wheels all around a fox before. You just get used to not turning lock to lock and it will work. I had 245-45 on mine, but a 275-40 would work fine on the back.

475HP '03 cobra · 12-22-2005, 03:11 PM

what ever i do i want to be able to rotate so i want the same size (just becuase u cant run anything more than a 9 really so it aint worth diff sizes unless its a 10 wide)

475HP '03 cobra · 12-22-2005, 03:12 PM

with the 245-45 do you have to re-calibrate the speedo or is it still stock overall hieght?

DSkeet · 12-22-2005, 04:46 PM

I used to have 245's on the front of my fox and 275's on the back, 17x8 GT wheels...

Dale McPeters · 12-22-2005, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheJeanyus

I've had 9" wheels all around a fox before. You just get used to not turning lock to lock and it will work.

I turn mine lock to lock.....

245 front 275 back

475HP '03 cobra · 12-22-2005, 06:52 PM

will 4.5" backspacing on a 8" wide wheel rub in the front?

also what tire sizes could i run on 15x8 draglites?

TheJeanyus · 12-22-2005, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dale McPeters

I turn mine lock to lock.....

245 front 275 back

Possibly a difference between a '79 car and a '93?

Or maybe a backspacing difference?

93Cobra#2771 · 12-23-2005, 07:00 AM

Backspacing is the BIGGEST variable here, guys. The BS needs to be perfect for a 9" rim to not rub in the front. Wheel out too far, and it will hit inner fender or fender lip. Wheel in too far and it will hit the control arm/strut. A lowered car makes a big difference. Also, some of the cars may have the steering rack limiters - lock to lock on them won't be as far as a car without them.

Craig K. · 12-23-2005, 08:45 AM

I use to run 17x9 on the '85 when I raced, I ran a 245 40 on all 4 which was not enough rubber at all.

I had a lot of friends that ran 255 fronts and 275 in back, and did know a couple of guys that ran 275 on all four, but on a 16 x 9 rim.

Grant it though that these were race cars which never see even close to a full lock to lock condition.

I would think that as stated above if you have correct back spacing you can do a 17x9, perhaps having the 245 front and 275 rear would be the best combo, but if you must rotate, look at 245 or maybe 255 on all four.

Also don't forget that you could do a rack limitor shim to prevent a full turn in.

475HP '03 cobra · 12-23-2005, 10:39 AM

i've been looking at the weld draglites 15x8's they have a 4.5" backspacing do any of you guys know if i could run them with 255's all around?

also i have been looking at another set of rims that are 17x8 with 4.95" backspacing, could i run a 255 on this? <=== i would prefer this setup (larger, cheaper tire selection)

12-22-2005, 02:16 PM	#11
TheJeanyus Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 14,774	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? I've had 9" wheels all around a fox before. You just get used to not turning lock to lock and it will work. I had 245-45 on mine, but a 275-40 would work fine on the back. __________________ 1998 Mustang GT Coupe - World's Slowest Racecar 2005 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V8 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen TDI

12-22-2005, 03:11 PM	#12
475HP '03 cobra Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 157	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? what ever i do i want to be able to rotate so i want the same size (just becuase u cant run anything more than a 9 really so it aint worth diff sizes unless its a 10 wide) __________________ bet you aint never seen a Shelby V8 ranger...heres a link which includes the one i had built http://photobucket.com/albums/c233/fordguy383/ some people have said mustangs have destroyed my life, i say they've made it worth living.

12-22-2005, 03:12 PM	#13
475HP '03 cobra Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 157	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? with the 245-45 do you have to re-calibrate the speedo or is it still stock overall hieght? __________________ bet you aint never seen a Shelby V8 ranger...heres a link which includes the one i had built http://photobucket.com/albums/c233/fordguy383/ some people have said mustangs have destroyed my life, i say they've made it worth living.

12-22-2005, 04:46 PM	#14
DSkeet IDK Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Jacksonville, AL Posts: 1,136	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? I used to have 245's on the front of my fox and 275's on the back, 17x8 GT wheels... __________________ --2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z51-- --2007 Lexus GS350 AWD-- --1958 Plymouth Belvedere aka "Christine"--

12-22-2005, 06:52 PM	#16
475HP '03 cobra Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 157	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? will 4.5" backspacing on a 8" wide wheel rub in the front? also what tire sizes could i run on 15x8 draglites? __________________ bet you aint never seen a Shelby V8 ranger...heres a link which includes the one i had built http://photobucket.com/albums/c233/fordguy383/ some people have said mustangs have destroyed my life, i say they've made it worth living.

12-23-2005, 07:00 AM	#18
93Cobra#2771 The Kocky One Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Yeah, but those cutters won't bust any walnuts.â„¢ Posts: 1,948	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? Backspacing is the BIGGEST variable here, guys. The BS needs to be perfect for a 9" rim to not rub in the front. Wheel out too far, and it will hit inner fender or fender lip. Wheel in too far and it will hit the control arm/strut. A lowered car makes a big difference. Also, some of the cars may have the steering rack limiters - lock to lock on them won't be as far as a car without them. __________________ *For Sale: Reproduction Window Stickers, 87+ Mustangs, Cobras, Lightnings, and HD F150!* Richard White 93 Cobra Kocky will be back!

12-23-2005, 08:45 AM	#19
Craig K. Nothing new here Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,990	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? I use to run 17x9 on the '85 when I raced, I ran a 245 40 on all 4 which was not enough rubber at all. I had a lot of friends that ran 255 fronts and 275 in back, and did know a couple of guys that ran 275 on all four, but on a 16 x 9 rim. Grant it though that these were race cars which never see even close to a full lock to lock condition. I would think that as stated above if you have correct back spacing you can do a 17x9, perhaps having the 245 front and 275 rear would be the best combo, but if you must rotate, look at 245 or maybe 255 on all four. Also don't forget that you could do a rack limitor shim to prevent a full turn in. __________________ 1974 Triumph TR6 1985 Monte Carlo SS 1986 Mustang GT 2011 KIA Optima GTS

12-23-2005, 10:39 AM	#20
475HP '03 cobra Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 157	Re: will this wheel tire combo work on a fox? i've been looking at the weld draglites 15x8's they have a 4.5" backspacing do any of you guys know if i could run them with 255's all around? also i have been looking at another set of rims that are 17x8 with 4.95" backspacing, could i run a 255 on this? <=== i would prefer this setup (larger, cheaper tire selection) __________________ bet you aint never seen a Shelby V8 ranger...heres a link which includes the one i had built http://photobucket.com/albums/c233/fordguy383/ some people have said mustangs have destroyed my life, i say they've made it worth living.