rim/tire size on 03 cobra

Soda · 11-19-2003

I have seen posts about putting 315s on the stock 03 cobra rims but am curious if 315s on 17 x 10.5 rims fit w/o mods on the rear-end of the 03 Cobra. Thanks for the help as I need to buy something soon my rear tires are Nittos that now look like drag slicks lol.

Soda

9Venom9 · 11-20-2003

315's why suck a large tire???

Racercosmo · 11-23-2003

I think they fit with no problems. I have seen them on lot's of cars. I would get the 10.5"s though, don't risk it putting a 315 on a 9" wheel.

9Venom9 · 11-23-2003

And you might have to roll your fenders

Viper_Killer · 12-28-2003

Does anyone know where you can find some decent cobra lug pattern rims with the correct offset....or even a set of 03 cobra rims in 10.5.
I would really rather not buy 4 new rims just to run wider rears.

Racercosmo · 12-29-2003

http://www.afswheels.com/v2/ecommerc...&StepaFlag=yes

Viper_Killer · 12-30-2003

Thanks racer

TheJack · 01-21-2004

Tires.com carries Replica as well. They have the 03 Cobra and Cobra R in both 17X9 and 17X10.5. The only tires that fit as a combo (275/40-17 and 315/35-17) are quite pricey. It's actually cheaper to get the rims from Tires.com, then order a set of Sumitomo HTR Z 275 & 315 from TireRack. Even with shipping and mounting. I'd like to do just this at some point.

1998GT · 01-21-2004

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Originally posted by SteedaGT
315's why suck a large tire???

if i had a 03 cobra i would get 315s too

TheJack · 01-22-2004

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Originally posted by 1998GT
if i had a 03 cobra i would get 315s too

Break the 275s loose too easily, would definitely benefit from 315.

03TorchRedCobra · 02-04-2004

I put 335/30-18 on the rear ofmy Cobra. Got the rims on Ebay from AFSWheels. Had to grind the IRS bolt down halfway and put 1/2 inch spacer and there is plenty of room.

Here is a pic: http://www.mustangmods.com/data/6411/bigtires_001a.jpg

Torch

TheJack · 02-04-2004

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Originally posted by 03TorchRedCobra
I put 335/30-18 on the rear ofmy Cobra. Got the rims on Ebay from AFSWheels. Had to grind the IRS bolt down halfway and put 1/2 inch spacer and there is plenty of room.

Here is a pic: http://www.mustangmods.com/data/6411/bigtires_001a.jpg

Torch

Might as well wrap two 55 gallon drums with rubber and call it a day! Awesome.

The fatter the better! I'm not prepared to grind down anything, so I'll shoot for the 315, but I definitely give you kudos.

Viper_Killer · 02-06-2004

you gotta grind the IRS bolt with 315s as well......1/2 spacer i hope you installed longer studs, i wouldnt want to be driving that car when the wheel goes flying off into the median

TheJack · 02-07-2004

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Originally posted by Viper_Killer
you gotta grind the IRS bolt with 315s as well......1/2 spacer i hope you installed longer studs, i wouldnt want to be driving that car when the wheel goes flying off into the median

How ARE spacers at holding up to a beating. Whenever someone brings them up there's usually a large contingent that is extremely wary of them. If they are iron or high quality steel, aren't they going to be safe? Pardon my ignorance on this one. I guess I don't forsee myself getting the 315s any time soon, but I do think the rear wheels would look a lot better being flush with the fender flares in the rear - the front tires slightly protrude making them look nice and meaty.

Viper_Killer · 02-08-2004

In my opinion spacers are safe when used correctly. If you just throw on a set on top of stock studs your probably going to have a problem. Although small amounts may be ok (1/4, 5/16). I have 5/16s spacers on my car and the lugs still grab up a good 5- 6 threads... the standard minimum is 3. Also for those more wary then others, go with the hub centric spacers, they center on the hub and decrease vibrations.