Hi all. I would like to change my tires which are currently 15 inch. Can I put Escort 14 inch rims and tires on my 2003 ZX3 Focus? Would this setup work? Thanks Dave.
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19 years ago
Hi all. I would like to change my tires which are currently 15 inch. Can I put Escort 14 inch rims and tires on my 2003 ZX3 Focus? Would this setup work? Thanks Dave.
Yes it will work with certain proviso's
1 The hole centres for the studs need to be the same (most likely they will be but easy enough to check.2 The rolling diameter needs to be the same (This is to ensure your speedo continues to give a correct reading and to also ensure the gearing also remains the same) so with a smaller diameter wheel you will need to use a tyre with a higher aspect ratio. Say a 75 instead of a 65 or 55. Any good tyre fitting place should be able to advise you on exactly which size to use.
In alt.autos.ford.focus Andy Lee :
Or calculate it yourself with some online tools like:
To match the tire diameter of your ZX3 tires on a 14 inch rim you would need
185/70 sized tires. The handling will suffer a little, but they will bite a little better in the snow.
Thanks for the heads up on tires guys. I figured that I could use the 14 inch rims. I guess I best just buy new winter tires on my 15 inch rims. Thanks again.
In addition to the other replies I think it is wise to check that the rims stay clear of brake-calipers and other parts before You do anything else.
The wheels are not the same even though at a casual glance, look the same.
Focus 4X108 bolt pattern, plus 52mm offset, 63.5 mm hub
Escort 4x100 bolt pattern, plus 36mm offset, 54.1 mm hub.
Rims will not fit.
Wal-Mart in Canada sells steel rims for the focus in 14 and 15 inch rims for $39.00 each.
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