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Old 6/6/07, 02:56 PM
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17" to 18" - any additional hardware needed?
My 06GT coupe came with the 17" bullits, and I am planning on upgrading with the 18"x8,5" Ford OEM polished aluminum wheels. Want to go for 255/45/R18 on these wheels.

- do I need any additional hardware (like steering stops or spacers) to do this on my vehicle?

- anyone know of any problems I might get? anyone else made this upgrade?

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Nope, no issues.
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Have you done it yourself?
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Go for it. I ordered my GT with 17s since I knew I would be fitting my BBS 18s. Just bolt them on and go!
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They are pretty much the same size overall tire/wheel combo, the profile is simply lower on the 18's. The tires are a touch wider, but no worries, about a half cm per side difference.
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Originally Posted by lattjolarsson
My 06GT coupe came with the 17" bullits, and I am planning on upgrading with the 18"x8,5" Ford OEM polished aluminum wheels. Want to go for 255/45/R18 on these wheels.

- do I need any additional hardware (like steering stops or spacers) to do this on my vehicle?

- anyone know of any problems I might get? anyone else made this upgrade?

Thanks!
I switched from the stock 17" to 18x8.5" Bullitts, also with 255/45R18 tires. You don't need spacers or steering stops, the overall tire diameter is the same and the rims have the same offset. I know Ford's website recommends steering stops, but nobody has ever had any problems without them.
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Great, thanks guys!
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Not to hijack, but are there any issues when upgrading from stock 16" to aftermarket 18" ?
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