Achieve one of the all-time great styles ever put out by Ford with this 1979-1993 Fox Body Mustang 17x8 SVE 03 Cobra style wheel in chrome! One of the first things you notice when you see this Cobra-style wheel is the simple yet eye-catching smooth, 5-spoke design. Modeled after the Terminator wheel originally seen on the 2003-2004 Cobra, SVE went a step further by introducing them in a 4-lug pattern! Sized in 17x8, this wheel allows you to mount a wider tire to improve traction and handling over the skinny factory wheels. This modern spin on a timeless classic is completed in a brilliant bright chrome finish that will look right at home on any color Mustang!
Exceptional Fitment & Quality SVE's meticulous attention to detail can be seen with these 03 Cobra wheels as they carefully designed every millimeter of the wheel with the most accurate offset and backspacing to ensure an exceptional fit and finish on your Fox Body Mustang. Constructed of aluminum, utilizing the tried-and-true low-pressure cast method, remaining light while maintaining strength, so they are built to last! To prove its durability, SVE backs this wheel with an industry-leading warranty for the ultimate peace of mind. From the simple spoke design to the deep glossy chrome finish, this 03 Cobra style wheel will provide any color Mustang with remarkable styling!
Fox Spindle Wheels - Clearance Notes
1979-93 Mustang (All):
Steering rack limiters May be needed to eliminate rubbing issues when turning the front wheel.
It may require a front 8MM spacer to keep the grease cap from pushing out the center cap.
Rear quad shocks may need to be reversed or removed for proper fitment. Please check for clearance issues before driving the car.
Installation of wheels that are wider than the factory wheels on the rear of your Mustang may require fender clearance and exhaust modification for proper fitment.
1979-86 Mustang (All) - Requires a front-wheel spacer OR upgrading to 1987-1993 5.0 struts, spindles & brakes.
1979-90 Mustang (All) - Due to smaller front wheel openings, installing wheels or tires wider than the factory may require additional clearance on front fenders.
1987-93 Mustang (2.3L) - Requires a front-wheel spacer OR upgrading to 1987-1993 5.0 struts, spindles & brakes.
SVE Wheels® is a brand dedicated to producing premium-grade wheels that boost the aesthetics and performance of any 1979-present Mustang or Ford Lightning truck. Precision-engineered down to every millimeter, each SVE Wheel not only ensures the best fit and finish on the market, but provides performance with purpose. SVE Wheels® fuels the enthusiast lifestyle through in-depth research and development to create cutting-edge wheel solutions, built with the highest quality materials, giving you a sense of security on or off the road! As always, SVE Wheels are covered by a two-year finish warranty and a lifetime structural warranty, eliminating any guesses on which wheels are the perfect choice for your Mustang or Lightning project.
The wheel size is the diameter of the wheel, in inches, not counting the tire.
Modern tires in North America have several other measurements associated with their size.
A tire designated as a "225/70R14" denotes a tire with the following dimensions: width of tread: 225 mm; ratio of tire height to width: 70 percent; rim diameter: 14".
Therefore, a 185/70R14 has the same rim diameter and aspect ratio, but a smaller overall diameter and narrower tread face than the 225/70R14.
Wheel Width
Wheel Backspacing
The easiest way to measure backspace is to lay the wheel face down onto the ground so the backside of the wheel is facing up.
Take a straight edge and lay it diagonally across the inboard flange of the wheel. Take a tape measure and measure the distance from where the straight edge contacts the inboard flange to the hub mounting pad of the wheel. This measurement is the backspace.
The photo below shows three wheels with 2", 3", & 4" backspace.
Wheel Bolt Pattern
The bolt pattern or bolt circle is the diameter of an imaginary circle formed by the centers of the wheel lugs. Bolt patterns can be 4, 5, 6, or 8 lug holes. A bolt circle of 4x100 would indicate a 4 lug pattern on a circle with a diameter of 100mm.
The diagram indicates the proper measuring methods. 6 lug wheels are measured like the 4 lug wheels.
Wheel Offset
The offset, measured in millimeters, can be negative or positive, and is the distance from the hub-mounting surface to the rim's true centerline. A positive offset means the hub-mounting surface is closer to the outside edge of the wheel; a negative offset means the hub-mounting surface is closer to the inside edge of the wheel. Offset affects the scrub radius of the steering and it is advisable to stay within the limits allowed by the vehicle manufacturer. If tires are fitted which are significantly wider than those specified by the manufacturer, a compromise may have to be adopted whereby a wheel with less offset is used to prevent the tire rubbing on the suspension.
Wheel Centerbore
The centerbore of the wheel is the opening in the middle of the wheel, surrounded by the lug holes. This opening helps to center the wheel to the hub. Its diameter is typically measured in millimeters (mm) and varies in size depending on vehicle application. Manufacturers approve up to a 1% variance in tolerance to pass wheels during inspection.
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