I have been reading some info on here and other places on the net concerning 5 lug swap and 18" wheel fitment, but I wanted to ask some very pointed questions based on my specific scenario...Here's what I'm looking to do...

Basically a stock 87 GT suspension with Motorsport (now Ford Racing) lowering springs...nothing too slammed.

The wheels I plan to go with (I basically already have them)

Front: 18x9 http://www.americanmuscle.com/verde-...set-94-04.html

Rear: 18x10 http://www.americanmuscle.com/black-...ort-18x10.html

Rear setup: I was going to simply go with 28 spline axles (used) and get new 9" drums from a Ranger.

I've seen people use 285/35 tires on these wheels (295 max) on a Fox. Good tire size? Will I need to remove or flip my quadra-shocks? Roll the quarters? Message the inner wells?

Also...What options do I have if I want to go with a rear disk setup later?

Front setup: I've seen this done a few different ways...
  1. Lincoln Mk VII rotors and need to use 1/4-1/2" spacers. How do these spacers affect fitment in the well?
  2. Use 94-95 SN95 setup. This seems to be the favorite option with no need for spacers etc.
  3. Use 96+ setup. I've heard that there are restrictions here due to an 8mm wider track. Will I still be able to fit the 9" wheels in there if I use this setup? Especially considering the smaller wheel opening of the 87...


Also...I haven't heard much on the difference in performance on the 3 stock front brake system choices...Any pros & cons there?

Tire wise...I've seen anywhere from 255's to 275's on the 9" wheel...Thoughts there?

Tie rods: I've seen some discussion on the need for bumpsteer kits, but some say they're not needed...

Sorry for the long post! I'm hoping some of you could shed some light on my situation after having gone through it yourself?

Thanks!