Have been planning on swapping Bullitts from 98 to my 86 notch. Really like how the Bullitts look on foxbodys. Plans have changed since I saw a POS hacked up 89 5.0 notch with a set of Machs. Bullitts are staying on the 98 and the 86 is getting a new set of Machs. I never cared for the Machs on the SN cars very much. I would not have ever considered putting Machs on foxbody. I have seen plenty of pics online, but after seeing them on a foxbody in person they are the perfect wheel IMO. My 86' is completely stock with exception of ac has been converted to 134r. Point being I am not married to any conversion parts yet. Starting from a clean slate. I have studied up all evening about the swap. I have basically three things to consider in the order listed since wheel offset can affect parts used.
1) My two choices of wheels are stock 17x8 +30mm 5.68 backspacing or aftermarket 17x9 +26mm 6.023 backspacing. Not interested in
anything bigger or smaller. I really like the 17x9 with 275/40/17 combo on my 98 but I am leaning towards the 17x8 with what I have
read. I feel like I can make either size work. I have only ever run stock turbines and 10holes on the 86. Both those wheels are 15x7
+24mm 4.94 offset.
2) Tire size would be my next consideration. If I was going 17x9 wheel I would use 275/40 no doubt but as I stated from what I have
read has me leaning towards the 17x8 wheels. I have never run a 17x8 so I am not sure what size looks right on it. I hate the looks
of to small of a tire.
3) 5lug swap, as stated I can go any direction with the swap. I feel I have a decent grasp of all the different ways a 5lug swap can be
done. I want t figure out what parts to swap on the front end that will have the correct look with the Mach1 offset. As for the rear
same applies. I have learned about the different flange to flange widths that can be achieved. I will list the parts I have left over from
past projects. In no way will I use these parts just because I already own them, as stated I want look right. I can not stand a wheel
tucked in to far or hanging out like a mud grip......and yes a 1/2" to far either way irritates me.
Parts Left from past projects
SVO front rotors
SVO complete rear end with disc brakes
98 cobra complete rear end with disc brakes
88gt front spindles
88gt complete rear end with drum brakes
Not really concerned with upgrading the brakes or suspension geometry. Factory stuff is good enough for what car is used for. If while doing swap brakes and suspension geometry gets upgraded just all that much better. I have measured and researched about all I can. Ready to hear real world issues I will encounter with the swap.
thx in advance for any advice, pics or criticism.....it only helps
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