4 lug to 5 lug swap

mustangbob19 · 12-22-2000, 02:19 PM

About to get a 66 six cylinder. I would like to put on Styled Steel Wheels, but they're only avalible with the 5 lug pattern. Anyone know what company would have a kit for this swap? Price? Thanks alot.

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90 Mustang GT (hatchback)
3.55's, dyno-max exhaust

mustangbob19 · 12-30-2000, 11:51 AM

anyone out there?

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90 Mustang GT (hatchback)
3.55's, dyno-max exhaust,
Mac Cold Air Induction

Stefan · 12-31-2000, 10:39 AM

I think you have to totally switch out the axles to get the five lugs just like if you were switching to disc brakes. If you are wanting the original "style" styled steel wheels there's a company that makes hubcaps that fit on the 4 lug rims. This may sound stupid at first, but they are extremely cheap compared to the full styled rims, look the same, and you can pop them off for bad weather. I think MustangsUnlimited sells them or it might be NPD. Virginia Classic Mustang has a set of 4 for $189.95 center caps included. Their phone # is 540-896-2695.

These might be an option for you. Hope it helps a bit.

Good luck!

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66 Tahoe Turquoise Coupe
Laser Red 96GT Ragtop
Both are slow but easy on the eyes!

Michelle Page · 12-31-2000, 01:43 PM

Switching from 4lug to 5 lug isn't too hard. The cheapest way to do it is to find a V8 parts car. You will need the front spindles, backing plates, and brake parts. This would be a good time to replace the ball joints. If I remember right the tie rod ends will still fit. For the back, swap out the whole rear end. If you have any questions, you are welcome to email me.
Mymustang66@juno.com

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1995 Mustang V6,automaatic
1966 Mustang
The long term project
1983 Mustang GT
The 460 project

mustangbob19 · 01-01-2001, 04:08 PM

thanks alot!!!

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90 Mustang GT (hatchback)
3.55's, dyno-max exhaust,
Mac Cold Air Induction

COBRA66 · 01-01-2001, 05:05 PM

In addition to the front spindles you will also need the V-8 steering linkage, cause your 6 cyl linkage will be to small. I did the same thing to my 66, but i went with a disc brake conversion from California Mustangs, which comes with your new spindles, look for a parted out 8 car for your rearend, our your local stang shop should know a good place used parts. Stay away from versi rears, cause it will cost you an arm and a leg to rebuild.

mustangbob19 · 01-26-2001, 09:03 PM

Thanks Guys? anyone else have any opinions or experience in this conversion?

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90 Mustang GT (hatchback)
3.55's, dyno-max exhaust,
Mac Cold Air Induction

12-22-2000, 02:19 PM	#1
mustangbob19 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Minnesota Posts: 125	4 lug to 5 lug swap About to get a 66 six cylinder. I would like to put on Styled Steel Wheels, but they're only avalible with the 5 lug pattern. Anyone know what company would have a kit for this swap? Price? Thanks alot. ------------------ 90 Mustang GT (hatchback) 3.55's, dyno-max exhaust

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12-30-2000, 11:51 AM	#2
mustangbob19 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Minnesota Posts: 125	anyone out there? ------------------ 90 Mustang GT (hatchback) 3.55's, dyno-max exhaust, Mac Cold Air Induction

12-31-2000, 10:39 AM	#3
Stefan Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1998 Location: Manhattan, KS 66502 Posts: 599	I think you have to totally switch out the axles to get the five lugs just like if you were switching to disc brakes. If you are wanting the original "style" styled steel wheels there's a company that makes hubcaps that fit on the 4 lug rims. This may sound stupid at first, but they are extremely cheap compared to the full styled rims, look the same, and you can pop them off for bad weather. I think MustangsUnlimited sells them or it might be NPD. Virginia Classic Mustang has a set of 4 for $189.95 center caps included. Their phone # is 540-896-2695. These might be an option for you. Hope it helps a bit. Good luck! ------------------ 66 Tahoe Turquoise Coupe Laser Red 96GT Ragtop Both are slow but easy on the eyes!

12-31-2000, 01:43 PM	#4
Michelle Page Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Kingsport, TN Posts: 102	Switching from 4lug to 5 lug isn't too hard. The cheapest way to do it is to find a V8 parts car. You will need the front spindles, backing plates, and brake parts. This would be a good time to replace the ball joints. If I remember right the tie rod ends will still fit. For the back, swap out the whole rear end. If you have any questions, you are welcome to email me. Mymustang66@juno.com ------------------ 1995 Mustang V6,automaatic 1966 Mustang The long term project 1983 Mustang GT The 460 project

01-01-2001, 04:08 PM	#5
mustangbob19 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Minnesota Posts: 125	thanks alot!!! ------------------ 90 Mustang GT (hatchback) 3.55's, dyno-max exhaust, Mac Cold Air Induction

01-01-2001, 05:05 PM	#6
COBRA66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Central Valley, Ca Posts: 58	In addition to the front spindles you will also need the V-8 steering linkage, cause your 6 cyl linkage will be to small. I did the same thing to my 66, but i went with a disc brake conversion from California Mustangs, which comes with your new spindles, look for a parted out 8 car for your rearend, our your local stang shop should know a good place used parts. Stay away from versi rears, cause it will cost you an arm and a leg to rebuild.

01-26-2001, 09:03 PM	#7
mustangbob19 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Minnesota Posts: 125	Thanks Guys? anyone else have any opinions or experience in this conversion? ------------------ 90 Mustang GT (hatchback) 3.55's, dyno-max exhaust, Mac Cold Air Induction