LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

Fitting mis-matched lug pattern

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 22, 2014 | 12:23 AM
  #1  
Jaxem's Avatar
Thread Starter
Launching!
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 296
Likes: 1
From: Boise, ID
Default Fitting mis-matched lug pattern

i just found a decent set of wheels used for a steal (less than $200) if i do it right. They have a 5 X 114.3 pattern, and i remember reading my 95 Formula has a 5 X 120.65 pattern...i don't know tons about wheels, tires and fitment of them, but is there a way i'd be able to fit these wheels on my car?

Reply
Old Oct 22, 2014 | 12:42 AM
  #2  
Jaxem's Avatar
Thread Starter
Launching!
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 296
Likes: 1
From: Boise, ID
Default

Maybe some slide on adapters? like http://www.ebay.com/itm/4pc-1-25-inch-5x120-7-5x120-65-to-5x114-3-Adapters-5Lug-Wheel-Spacers-/331349357870?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d25f5f52e&vxp=mtr
It seems like most people are just running wheels that fit the stock pattern, and $100 in adapters makes the wheels less attractive (close enough to what a set of nice OE wheels cost that i'd eat the extra and buy them) let me hear your thoughts
Reply
Old Oct 22, 2014 | 07:13 AM
  #3  
93M6Formula's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
 
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,740
Likes: 2
From: Nebraska
Default

I honestly wouldn't bother. I'm pretty sure those came off a mustang #1, and #2, the offset might not be anywhere close to right and would look dumb. Plus I don't like those wheels anyway.
Reply
Old Oct 22, 2014 | 10:30 PM
  #4  
shbox's Avatar
TECH Veteran
15 Year Member
Liked
 
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 4,142
Likes: 61
From: Little Rock, AR
Default

They obviously won't bolt right on because there is a 1/4" difference in the bolt pattern.

pictured wheels 4.5"
Your Formula 4.75"

Don't like adapters.
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2014 | 12:29 AM
  #5  
Paul Bell's Avatar
That's MISTER MODERATOR
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Liked
Loved
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 7,615
Likes: 63
From: NYC
Default

Jaxem, if you like the way these wheels look, that's great. Getting them installed is another matter.

You'll need to calculate where these wheels will end up when mounted on the spacers. They may be too far out.
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2014 | 01:34 AM
  #6  
Jaxem's Avatar
Thread Starter
Launching!
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 296
Likes: 1
From: Boise, ID
Default

Thanks for the input guys, i think i'm just going to start saving for some C6 Z06 cup wheels, get the right fit, and the look i want. It's just the pits sticking with the stockers till then.
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2014 | 06:00 AM
  #7  
leadfoot4's Avatar
TECH Veteran
20 Year Member
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 4,621
Likes: 11
From: Webster, NY
Default

Originally Posted by Jaxem
Thanks for the input guys, i think i'm just going to start saving for some C6 Z06 cup wheels, get the right fit, and the look i want. It's just the pits sticking with the stockers till then.
Look at the bright side....your OE wheels look pretty good, especially compared to the "salad shooter" wheels that were OE on my Z/28.
Reply
Old Oct 23, 2014 | 09:45 AM
  #8  
ahritchie's Avatar
TECH Addict
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 2,241
Likes: 1
From: Charlotte NC
Default

Mustang wheels on a Firebird would look goofy anyway even if you could get them to fit.
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:49 PM.