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08-08-2009, 08:56 PM
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Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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Hey yall -
I am looking to install new wheels to my 2004 Mustang 3.9L V6, but I am unsure of what size to buy. Right now, I have brand new (Thus, I am not going to replace them for the purpose of new wheels) 16 inch Nexen N5000 tires on the factory wheels. So my question is.... what size wheel do I need to buy to fit the factory size tires? I was looking at 16x8 but I think that is too big.
Thanks in advance for the help!
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08-08-2009, 11:53 PM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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Your factory wheels are 16x7.
The better question is going to be what size are the tires. Factory size on a 04 V6 is 225/55-16. If this is the size you have bought I would suggest not going over a 7 inch wide wheel.
To be honest, I was in this position several years ago with my V6 and decided to just wait on wheels until I needed tires the next time. I was able to concentrate on other areas of the car and got a killer deal on a set of wheels after shopping around for a while. I would recommend just riding on what you have now until they wear out and buy what you want then.
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08-09-2009, 12:04 AM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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Thank you so much for the help. I've been looking around everywhere for the answer and I had yet to find it, so your help is much appreciated.
I think my parents (I am in my teens) are trying to talk me into waiting till the tires need replacing, to switch out the wheels. But, changing the wheels was something I really wanted to do to add to the car.... But it probably would be best to wait, I suppose. Thanks for he input. |
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08-09-2009, 01:09 AM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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If you decide on a style of wheel that you like, I'd keep an eye out for deals on sets...they are out there. Sometimes the rims alone can be had for a steal, then you can always save up and put tires on after the stock ones wear out.
The stock rims aren't greatly desired, so if you sell them, don't expect a huge return.
That's why I just kept my stockers as spares, and I put them on when I store the car for winter.
Wheels drastically change the appearance of the car (for the better) so if you come across a sweet deal on wheels, I'd try and get them. The only aftermarket 16inch wheels I've seen are the 95 Cobra R style rims (16x8)...
16" Ford Mustang Wheels, 16" Mustang Rims at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!
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08-09-2009, 02:42 AM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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Originally Posted by sonicpony03
If you decide on a style of wheel that you like, I'd keep an eye out for deals on sets...they are out there. Sometimes the rims alone can be had for a steal, then you can always save up and put tires on after the stock ones wear out.
The stock rims aren't greatly desired, so if you sell them, don't expect a huge return.
That's why I just kept my stockers as spares, and I put them on when I store the car for winter.
Wheels drastically change the appearance of the car (for the better) so if you come across a sweet deal on wheels, I'd try and get them. The only aftermarket 16inch wheels I've seen are the 95 Cobra R style rims (16x8)...
16" Ford Mustang Wheels, 16" Mustang Rims at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!
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Thanks for the reply! Im having a very hard time finding wheels that I want in that size, so I might just have to wait and buy a set of wheels and tires. Im really hoping I can find black wheels, as the car is white and Im blacking everything out. Thanks again for the reply! |
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08-09-2009, 07:20 PM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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I too have been looking for aftermarket 16" rims, if for no other reason the price on tires is cheaper and i'm a cheap ass. But have found none, so if you find any, let me know. Even in 17" there isn't a ton of options. To hell with this "ricer" crap of putting 20" rims or bigger on every car around.
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08-10-2009, 08:21 AM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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There are TONS of ford brand wheels out there in 17s and 18s for quite cheap. Do not buy anything but 17s or 18s... let me repeat that one more time. Do not buy anything but 17s or 18s.
Rims will run you about 100-150 each (depending but should not be over 200 each for a nice ford rim or knock off ford rim) then tires.. thats the kicker. For 17s about 500 a set for 18s 800-1000 a set.
Then lower the car and the car will be 100% different. The right rims/drop makes ALL the difference.
my car stock ride height stock wheels
my car lowered with different wheels
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08-10-2009, 12:31 PM
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08-10-2009, 01:45 PM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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dont buy 16 inch wheels for a 94-04 mustang they are just to small, go 17s at least.
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08-14-2009, 05:49 PM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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Hey yall -
Got another question.... I went out and got the size of my tires, P225/55R16. What size rims should I get with these?
Thanks yall! Sorry for all the questions, Im still learning. haha |
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08-14-2009, 06:51 PM
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Those tires are really going to be too narrow for anything wider than an 8" wheel.
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08-14-2009, 07:00 PM
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Re: Stock wheel size - 2004 Mustang?
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08-14-2009, 08:45 PM
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American Muscle recommends a 245/50/16 tire on a 16x8 rim...not sure if 225/55 would fit. The stock rims that wear the 225/55/16 tires are 16x7.5.
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08-16-2009, 09:48 PM
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08-17-2009, 08:35 AM
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buy a 17x8 inch rim with 245/45/17 inch tires. That will work perfect. You must be careful wtih how the rim fits though, you want them to have about 5 in back spacing~ so 3 inch of rim stick out of the front~ or there about.
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MGW Shifter, Borla Stinger Polished Catback, JLT Intake, MM FLSF Connectors, MM C/C Plates, H&R Race Springs, IRS Bace, MRT Hood Struts, True Forged Mach 5 18x9 (275/35/18) 18x10 (295/35/18) wheels, Other Mods, My Pics, High Res Pics
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