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Wheel Spacers
Where can I find two 1/8" wheel spacers for Ford five lug pattern?
I need to move my rear wheels out 1/8' to prevent rubbing on the spring. Popeye |
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You might be able to find wheel spacers pre-made but they will most likely be thicker than 1/8"! Check the stock car suppliers. You will then need to have them machined down which is not a difficult task, nor a time consuming ordeal. You could also have them lazer cut from 1/8" sheet after having a program done on Auto-Cad. (Better choice).
Rick |
Auto-Cad?!?!
Laser cut?!?! For 1/8 inch how about a few washers from the local hardware store????? You might have a hard time finding the Ford pattern though:):):) -Jon |
Besides Jegs and Summit there are many places to get spacers in a variety of thicknesses and hole patterns. Off the top of my head:
Afco Racing Howe Racing Barnett Performance Chassis Shop Roscoe |
Jon,
I suppose you could use washers but.... I doubt it would be safe. the area of rim to hub contact would be greatly reduced. I've also heard using spacers of any kind could subject the lugs to a higher shear load under hard acceleration. It would be great to hear from Bob Putnam. Maybe he could streighten us all out on this subject..... HEY BOB! Steven |
Believe it or not, JC Whitney. They are on sale this month, I think.
About $8.00 each Trularin |
Thanks guys, you have solved my problem.
Popeye |
Popeye, long time no see! Is 1/8" enough? Try local O'Reilly's, or Pep Boys, etc. any local parts house that sell Mr Gasket parts and accessories. Maybe even local tire/wheel stores? How's the car coming? Next month at Seabrook?
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David,
Car is shaping up. I'll miss the June meeting. We'll be in Hawaii. Hopefully, I should be able to make the July meeting. Popeye |
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