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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 07:22 AM
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Mustang wheels on a Max?

Can some plz provide me with the link for the above mentioned. I have a 1994 Mustang GT with the 17" wheels and was thinking of upgrading and handing those wheels down to the Max.

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Old Oct 9, 2005 | 07:44 AM
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They will fit, but IMO the only mustang wheels that look good on a max are the Cobra style wheels.

Old Oct 9, 2005 | 11:14 AM
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www.geocities.com/craigbrace. IIRC there's a link somewhere in there with some pics.
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 12:39 PM
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think jeff92se had a set on his max awhile back.
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 12:55 PM
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I tried to open the link as suggested but it didn't work. Anyone else?
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 01:24 PM
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yes they will fit



I thought only 16" wheels came on 94GT's
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 02:52 PM
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Found the real link but the pics don't work.
http://www.geocities.com/craigbraceg...g/mustang.html
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 05:51 PM
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Hmmm....

Someone else with a white max had the mustang wheels that are kind of dished, I think they were the GT wheels. I thought they looked good.
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 09:12 PM
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I ran the Ford 98 Cobra wheels years back. I also ran the 95-96 GT 17x8 wheels also.

http://community.webshots.com/album/85315646YziGlN
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 09:13 PM
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I believe 94 might have been the 1st year of the 17x8. Tri-barz yo! If you exclude the 93 Cobra turbine wheels. Which I've always liked

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yes they will fit



I thought only 16" wheels came on 94GT's
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 09:52 PM
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yeah to me the corbra rims are the only ones that look good on the max the pony rims are pertty odd looking
Old Oct 9, 2005 | 10:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I ran the Ford 98 Cobra wheels years back. I also ran the 95-96 GT 17x8 wheels also.

http://community.webshots.com/album/85315646YziGlN
It wasn't that long ago






they are still
Old Oct 12, 2005 | 09:25 PM
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i have a set of 03 Honda S2000 WHeels i want on my maxima
5x114.3
the front ones fit perfecT!
but the rear ones wont bolt on, I need extended wheels studs and wheel spacers
anyone know anywhere I can get some exteneded wheel studs for a maxima at?
or know any other options I can do.
here is a pic




the rear s2000 wheels are wider then the front ones.
Anyone have any advice? or anything to try to do
Old Oct 14, 2005 | 10:36 AM
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Looks nice and nice photography also. As I understand it the rears won't fit as they probably rub on the strut. Most nissan dealers carry longer studs. And spacers aren't hard to get either.

But my opinion is if you have to go though all this trouble to run these, it's not really worth it.

You could also consider buying thinner tires also. But what are the wheel offsets and sizes and what are the tire sizes??
Old Oct 16, 2005 | 07:08 PM
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I'm new to the group. I just purchased a '91 5 speed with a bad motor. I am currently having the engine changed. Just wondering if 1994 Toyota Supra wheels are going to fit on the Maxima. They are Front:17x8 50 mm offset and Rear: 17x9.5 50mm offset. I know the bolt pattern is the same, but I am concerned about the offset and width.
Old Oct 16, 2005 | 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by eurovan5150
I'm new to the group. I just purchased a '91 5 speed with a bad motor. I am currently having the engine changed. Just wondering if 1994 Toyota Supra wheels are going to fit on the Maxima. They are Front:17x8 50 mm offset and Rear: 17x9.5 50mm offset. I know the bolt pattern is the same, but I am concerned about the offset and width.

I am pretty sure they will rub the struts like crazy......
Old Oct 16, 2005 | 07:14 PM
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That's what I was afraid of. It was a nice thought though... I have a friend that put new wheels on his Supra TT, so I was just dreaming I guess.
Old Oct 16, 2005 | 07:14 PM
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Originally Posted by eurovan5150
I'm new to the group. I just purchased a '91 5 speed with a bad motor. I am currently having the engine changed. Just wondering if 1994 Toyota Supra wheels are going to fit on the Maxima. They are Front:17x8 50 mm offset and Rear: 17x9.5 50mm offset. I know the bolt pattern is the same, but I am concerned about the offset and width.
You have a need to worry. You will also need a pretty good spacer and some longer studs.
Old Oct 16, 2005 | 07:19 PM
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I probably just better focus on getting the motor change done right now. There will be plenty of time later to wheel experiment. I appreciate the quick help!
Old Oct 16, 2005 | 09:09 PM
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If the wheels are hubcentric, he won't even get that far. Toyota hub bores are smaller than Nissan hub bores. But yes, the rears are WAYYY to wide and the offsets are way too large.

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I am pretty sure they will rub the struts like crazy......
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 12:30 PM
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it would look ugly
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 12:31 PM
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One more stupid post ***** to get you count up and it's vacation time
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I ran the Ford 98 Cobra wheels years back. I also ran the 95-96 GT 17x8 wheels also.

http://community.webshots.com/album/85315646YziGlN
Those looked great Jeff... I'm actually looking for some of those wheels for auto-xing. I know the 2000 Mustang GT rims are about 17 lbs, are these about the same?
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 02:18 PM
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I have to guess that most of not all 17x8 Mustang wheels probably weigh in at approx 18-19lbs each. That's only what I've read. If the 2000 GT are some exception, then it could be. Although they are 5-spoke, they won't clear any bbks like the 98 cobras do. Spoke design is everything here.
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I have to guess that most of not all 17x8 Mustang wheels probably weigh in at approx 18-19lbs each. That's only what I've read. If the 2000 GT are some exception, then it could be. Although they are 5-spoke, they won't clear any bbks like the 98 cobras do. Spoke design is everything here.
Where do get all these wheels? Hook a brotha up I need something that will look good on my bird.
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 04:49 PM
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Um Sunbird?? I don't do POS sorry hehe. I mean I have no idea what wheels fit that "car"

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Where do get all these wheels? Hook a brotha up I need something that will look good on my bird.
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 05:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Um Sunbird?? I don't do POS sorry hehe. I mean I have no idea what wheels fit that "car"



If someone offered it to you for 200 you would jump on it. The only thing I hate it that I have to set up a fan switch. Besides once I find a all of the turbo parts I'm gonna be runnin faster than a max (with upgraded fuel injectors and fuel pump) on a T3 turbo. Give it a few months loser.
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by VG Ridah


If someone offered it to you for 200 you would jump on it. The only thing I hate it that I have to set up a fan switch. Besides once I find a all of the turbo parts I'm gonna be runnin faster than a max (with upgraded fuel injectors and fuel pump) on a T3 turbo. Give it a few months loser.
My grandma has one of those
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 05:36 PM
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I wonder if I should put on my kit today.

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If someone offered it to you for 200 you would jump on it. The only thing I hate it that I have to set up a fan switch. Besides once I find a all of the turbo parts I'm gonna be runnin faster than a max (with upgraded fuel injectors and fuel pump) on a T3 turbo. Give it a few months loser.
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I wonder if I should put on my kit today.
I hate you
Old Oct 17, 2005 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I have to guess that most of not all 17x8 Mustang wheels probably weigh in at approx 18-19lbs each. That's only what I've read. If the 2000 GT are some exception, then it could be. Although they are 5-spoke, they won't clear any bbks like the 98 cobras do. Spoke design is everything here.
Well, I've just been informed that I was mistaken and the 2000 GT rims are more like 20 lbs.... you bring up a good point with regards to the brakes though. I have stock brakes now, but that's something else to upgrade in the future. I may just have to look for some 98 Cobras.
Old Oct 18, 2005 | 08:43 AM
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Hehe sorry to be harsh. If you got an xxx year cavalier for $200 bux. I'd fix it and sell it. Then use the $ to buy something worth modding IMHO. But good luck. Ice skating uphill seems to be this season's favorite sport.

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If someone offered it to you for 200 you would jump on it. The only thing I hate it that I have to set up a fan switch. Besides once I find a all of the turbo parts I'm gonna be runnin faster than a max (with upgraded fuel injectors and fuel pump) on a T3 turbo. Give it a few months loser.
Old Oct 18, 2005 | 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I ran the Ford 98 Cobra wheels years back. I also ran the 95-96 GT 17x8 wheels also.

http://community.webshots.com/album/85315646YziGlN

Hey Jeff,

We got the exact same care except mine is just the GXE...........same colour and everything........I like yours with the wheels......thanks for the pics man!

I was just recently thinking of getting rid of my max cause of maintenance..........got the exhaust manifold gaskets........shifter bushing and CV boots to replace..............but I may just get it done and keep her goin........it's only got 160,000km on it.............I just love the ride and power.........

Anyhow........thanks for the pics........
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