I just got a set of Roush 18x9 wheels for a deal that I couldn't pass up. Does anyone have 18's mounted on their Cobra? If so, what do I need to do to make them fit on the rear? Currently, my front has been upgraded to 5 lug using 94 GT parts (calipers, spindles etc,), but what do I need for the rear? I suspect that I might have to roll the rear fenders to make them fit. Thanks!
Roush wheels on 93 Cobra
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post some pics of them on the car
should be able to just use the axles from a 94-95 GT
I'll post some pics after I get the rear end and brakes squared away.
Go to http://www.sn95brakes.com/, all the info you will need is there. You will need near stock length (Fox GT/LX) axles. You may also have to roll the fenders or flip the quad shocks, it just depends on your car and what tires you run.
Roush wheels have a 28mm backspace so you may be able to run the SN95 axles without having to roll the fender ... If I were doing it I would just run stock length axles to avoid the need for any fender rolling.
Those are some sweet pics! I plan to run the SN95 axles as you suggested, but I also hear that North Race cars sells some brackets that might alleviate any problems with fender clearance. Thanks for the help!
cheapertokeephe said:
Check out North's website:
http://www.northracecars.com/catalog/brakes/brakes.htm
The brackets will allow you to run the caliper but will not correct any tire clearance issues you may have. Also, I don't know that I suggested you run the SN95 axles. If you are going with the 8" wide rim then you will be okay but if you go with a 9" rim and the SN95 axles then you WILL have to roll the lips. Check out North, they sell a complete rear disc conversion that maintains the stock track width and uses hardened axles.
tunedin302, just to clarify for cheapertokeephe, when you say stock you are referring to a Fox GT/LX track width and not the 93 Cobra track width correct? Stock for him and stock for you is .75" each side (1.5" total) difference in track width.tunedin302 said:
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JimJr said:
good website for detailed info :thumbsup:
JimJr said:
good website for detailed info :thumbsup:
JimJr said:
Great point .... I noticed that I said "keep the stock track width" in an above post (I'm just too used to the non-cobra forums).
You'll notice that all the picture I posted are non-cobra cars. My point was that, assuming you go with a 9" rim, if you use the 93 cobra axles then you will most likely have to roll the fenders for clearance. However, if you run some fox length axles then your fenders won't have to be rolled on a 9" rim w/ a 28mm offset.
This is of course assuming you're not going to slam a 315 tire on there. Realistically, a 265 tire is a safe size on a 9" rim that does not encounter rubbing with the correct axle length.
Thanks again JimJr :beer:
I originally planned to use the stock rear calipers, but after talking with a few sources (including North Race Cars) everyone agrees that I will need to use:
1. Fox length 5 lug axles
2. SN95 calipers
3. SN95 rotors
4. North Race car brackets
5. SN hoses, brake cables, and misc h/w
I can also upgrade to 94-95 Cobra calipers and rotors. I'll post pics when I finish. Thanks everyone for your inputs!
1. Fox length 5 lug axles
2. SN95 calipers
3. SN95 rotors
4. North Race car brackets
5. SN hoses, brake cables, and misc h/w
I can also upgrade to 94-95 Cobra calipers and rotors. I'll post pics when I finish. Thanks everyone for your inputs!
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I have not removed them ponys on top of 5.0 emblems so people can see
It..cobra insert was already in car when I purchased it at a tow yard in
Tustin can last year in march
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