15X10 wide magnum 500's

[The Frameman]

Hey All.

Does anyone know if any mods are neccessary to install 15X10 magnum 500's on the rear of our 73 Mach 1 Q Code. and what size BFG TA tire i should run.

I'm hoping the response will be that i can just bolt them right up and they wont rub. lol.

New to this site and still trying to figure out how to use it. My puter not notifying me when someone responds to my thread.

Thank you

 

[Jeff73Mach1]

15x 10's are available in 5 inch back spacing and 5 1/2 back spacing. Either one will fit, though you can run a bit bigger tire with the 5.5 backspacing.

 

[Mister 4x4]

A couple of the guys are running 15 x 10 Magnum 500s with 295/50R15s. Just need to insure the rims have at least 5" of backspacing to fit properly.

I'm running Cragar S/Ss (15x10 w/5.25" BS) with 295/50R15s and I'm here to say that not having the right amount of backspacing will cause issues. I originally ran 'off-the-shelf' Cragars with only 4.25" of backspacing, and tended to 'buzz' the wheel well openings when the suspension flexed too much (like every time I didn't creep over anything deeper than 2" in the road). A costly mistake to bite the bullet and order a new set of 15x10s with the custom backspacing needed to clear the wheel well openings.

Hopefully, Greg (Austin Vert) will jump in here with more information on his awesome '73 'vert.

 

[The Frameman]

A couple of the guys are running 15 x 10 Magnum 500s with 295/50R15s. Just need to insure the rims have at least 5" of backspacing to fit properly.

I'm running Cragar S/Ss (15x10 w/5.25" BS) with 295/50R15s and I'm here to say that not having the right amount of backspacing will cause issues. I originally ran 'off-the-shelf' Cragars with only 4.25" of backspacing, and tended to 'buzz' the wheel well openings when the suspension flexed too much (like every time I didn't creep over anything deeper than 2" in the road). A costly mistake to bite the bullet and order a new set of 15x10s with the custom backspacing needed to clear the wheel well openings.

Hopefully, Greg (Austin Vert) will jump in here with more information on his awesome '73 'vert.

Hey man. thank you for the 411. So minimum 5" back spacing. and i should have no issues with rubbing. thats great news bro. now i just need to find out who sells them with that amount of back space and "IF" thy can ship to hawaii..lol

 

[Mister 4x4]

I think Greg mentioned that only every now and then does he get a wheel well 'buzz' when driving quickly and not paying attention to dips and speed bumps and stuff.

For complete peace of mind, I'd go with Jeff's advice and get the ones with 5.5" backspacing.

 

[DK73]

Wow that is some big wheels! But I don't know how it will look? Have you any photos of thise? Regards Lars

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[The Frameman]

I think Greg mentioned that only every now and then does he get a wheel well 'buzz' when driving quickly and not paying attention to dips and speed bumps and stuff.

For complete peace of mind, I'd go with Jeff's advice and get the ones with 5.5" backspacing.

I just got off the horn with sales person at Wheel Vintques. they can make the 15X10 with a 5.5 back spacing for $254. plus $114.00 per whel for shipping to hawaii ( ouch). Gonna try hit up Summit racing next

 

[Austin Vert]

I think Greg mentioned that only every now and then does he get a wheel well 'buzz' when driving quickly and not paying attention to dips and speed bumps and stuff.

For complete peace of mind, I'd go with Jeff's advice and get the ones with 5.5" backspacing.

I just got off the horn with sales person at Wheel Vintques. they can make the 15X10 with a 5.5 back spacing for $254. plus $114.00 per whel for shipping to hawaii ( ouch). Gonna try hit up Summit racing next

Hi Robby,

Another Forum member was asking about the same deal as you are. Here is a link to that post for your reference.

Thanks also Eric for your kind words above and using me as a reference - it's appreciated.

http://www.7173mustangs.com/thread-10x15s-on-the-rear

Hope that helps.::thumb::

Greg.

 

[OLE PONY]

Hey All.

Does anyone know if any mods are neccessary to install 15X10 magnum 500's on the rear of our 73 Mach 1 Q Code. and what size BFG TA tire i should run.

I'm hoping the response will be that i can just bolt them right up and they won't rub. lol.

New to this site and still trying to figure out how to use it. My puter not notifying me when someone responds to my thread.

Thank you

I edited your post to notify you via email when you get a response. If you click on edit post you will see a section towards the bottom for Thread Subscription choices.

 

[The Frameman]

I think Greg mentioned that only every now and then does he get a wheel well 'buzz' when driving quickly and not paying attention to dips and speed bumps and stuff.

For complete peace of mind, I'd go with Jeff's advice and get the ones with 5.5" backspacing.

I just got off the horn with sales person at Wheel Vintques. they can make the 15X10 with a 5.5 back spacing for $254. plus $114.00 per whel for shipping to hawaii ( ouch). Gonna try hit up Summit racing next

Hi Robby,

Another Forum member was asking about the same deal as you are. Here is a link to that post for your reference.

Thanks also Eric for your kind words above and using me as a reference - it's appreciated.

http://www.7173mustangs.com/thread-10x15s-on-the-rear

Hope that helps.::thumb::

Greg.

Excellent reference. i am now confident i can make the swap to larger wheels and tires fit..thank you very much

 

[The Frameman]

Hey All.

Does anyone know if any mods are neccessary to install 15X10 magnum 500's on the rear of our 73 Mach 1 Q Code. and what size BFG TA tire i should run.

I'm hoping the response will be that i can just bolt them right up and they won't rub. lol.

New to this site and still trying to figure out how to use it. My puter not notifying me when someone responds to my thread.

Thank you

I edited your post to notify you via email when you get a response. If you click on edit post you will see a section towards the bottom for Thread Subscription choices.

Awesome!! thank you very much

 

[The Frameman]

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Finally got my 15X10 magnum 500's. very happy with he new look and stance. The wheels had to be custom made with a 5 1/2 inch backspacing.

Thank you to everyone that shared technical advice for the right fitment. Rubber is BGF 295's. everything fit perfect with no mods

 

[Mister 4x4]

Sweet!!  Welcome to the "Big Meats Club." :whistling:

 

[Jeff73Mach1]

Is this where I am supposed to say I told you so?

 

[DK73]

Wow that looks cool [THUMBS UP SIGN]

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[flstf09]

Commonly available 8" Mag 500 with 4.5" bs works just fine with a 295/50.