griggs95 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 I was thinking about using wheel spacers until I get some wider wheels. What brand and where did you all buy yours? I don't want the cheap typical tire shop junk, I'm looking for solid higher quality aluminum that are stronger since I like twisties on a regular basis. I'm thinking 3/8 would be a good size but I'm honestly not sure about this. What did you guys use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjhpadi Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 I had to add 3mm to the front wheels to use the MGP caliper covers...I haven't had a problem with them. After the brake TSB was performed on my car it moved the caliper to the outboard side of the rotor just a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpd1151 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 Everything you could possibly want to know about quality wheel spacers, as well options, videos, etc. Been a while since I've trolled through their site myself, but I'll take a stab and guess they may not have our vehicle(s) / platform(s) listed as an option. Just give them a jingle, they've always been helpful with me. Report back with your findings. :thumb: Mike :yo: http://www.trakplus.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boggus Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 Interested in some real spacers also to space the OEM 20's out a bit to the fender. The H&R site did not list spacers for our vehicle. Anyone purchased any or know model numbers of what we need? Bolt Pattern, Hub ring size, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpd1151 Posted May 30, 2013 Report Share Posted May 30, 2013 Bolt pattern is: 5x114.5 I forgot the hub size, but somewhere here, it had been posted previously. I know H&R has them for our vehicle, because I called & inquired about them before, prior to picking up my aftermarket (wider) wheels. So they have an application. It's not like we have some magical, mystical weird assembly / production. Like I said previously, you must call them. Not everything is internet based, point & click, & if it's not there.... give up. Sometimes (which I am thankful for) phone calls, and actual human interaction are required. Sent from my DROID3 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild13EcoBoost Posted May 31, 2013 Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 H&R has the spacers listed for the Taurus up to 2012 and that is the same as the 2013. They have many different thickness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griggs95 Posted May 31, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 Thanks for all the responses and links fellas, much appreciated!! I'm looking into it tomorrow, can't wait to get wider and a little lower this summer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigPelo Posted May 31, 2013 Report Share Posted May 31, 2013 What thickness of spacers did you chose and does it require to change studs length? I have 8mm spacers at home but when I tried one, only 2-3 threads where engaged so I did not used them. I not sure if I keep those 8mm and change studs or keep studs and buy thinner spacers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigPelo Posted June 10, 2013 Report Share Posted June 10, 2013 So, I decided to keep my 8mm (5/16'') spacers and change the studs. Problems is I can't get exact specs of current wheel studs. Depending on the web site, it's either 1/2-20 or 12mm x 1.5. Also the knurl diameter and the lenght is never revealed... Anybody knows the exact wheel stud specs for 2013 SHO? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigPelo Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Anybody? Someone? No one? :bump: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpd1151 Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 No, rare question to ask, and IDK the answer myself. Have you tried contacting your parts dept at your local dealer? You can even consider shooting an email over to Unleashed Tuning and/or accessing their parts database by visiting: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?siteid=318 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigPelo Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 No, rare question to ask, and IDK the answer myself. Have you tried contacting your parts dept at your local dealer? You can even consider shooting an email over to Unleashed Tuning and/or accessing their parts database by visiting: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?siteid=318 Thanks for the site but it doesn't share specs. 9$/stud ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpd1151 Posted June 12, 2013 Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Well, I just clicked your image you attached, and for the measly $10, I'd buy both sets or what have you, get 'em in on your end, and measure them up, and post your findings here for others to follow. A small sacrifice to make for the benefit of the community and your fellow members overall. Especially those who may also be considering doing the spacers and finding themselves running into the same predicament you have as it relates to the wheel stud issues. Just a suggestion :thumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griggs95 Posted June 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2013 I'm in the process of a move and have put the spacers project tot eh curb for the time being. If "we" find the dimensions of the studs, I may go that route too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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