wheel widening help/advice!

[Jason427]

Was thinking for my build of widening the factory 18x8 rear wheels to 18x10 or 18x11. Wondering if I can do that on the inside and then just space out w/spacer if needed. Anyone see this NOT working? I put it up on the lift and looks like there is clearance for at least 2 inches to the inside maybe more if I use a spacer.

Thanks,
Jason

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[NewSVO]

It's cheaper and safer to get new wheels that fit that criteria. Widening wheels always seemed useless to me especially when they charge $200-$300 per wheel plus shipping and the end result is odd, just get new wheels.

 

[Jason427]

I have a set of Racestars for most of the time, but was wanting a stealth look sometimes and since it will have big power soon I thought this would be a cool option for a wide 18" drag radial.
Jason

 

[NewSVO]

I have a set of Racestars for most of the time, but was wanting a stealth look sometimes and since it will have big power soon I thought this would be a cool option for a wide 18" drag radial.
Jason

I understand, but in my humble opinion you can find some wide 18s that look stock and have proper rotating mass. Even if money is no issue, I'd still advise against it!

 

[Need4SpeedMotors]

Its doable and there is a thread about that as well, only thing is widening the wheels will add more weight which is counterproductive to the vehicle, i would suggest a 29" wheel similar to oem style which

1. Provides wider width
2. Decreases overall weight

 

[Grimace427]

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11164&highlight=widening
http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18184&highlight=widening
http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18351&highlight=widening
http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18250&highlight=widening

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