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Hi all,

new member on here. I was just wondering do the Focus ST wheels fit straight on or do you need to fit any spacers ?

Many thanks

Darren

If you are talking about the 18x8 wheels used on the European version of the Focus ST, they will fit with no problems or spacers.

If your are talking about the 17x7 wheels used on the US version of the Focus ST, they won't even fit.

Both sets of wheels are 52.5mm offset so no spacers needed. But the bolt circle on the Euro ST and the TC are 5 x 108 and the US ST is 4 x 108

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Hello TC Forum,

First time poster.

I just fitted my Focus ST 18x8 wheels w/o tires on my 2011 Transit Connect in the front and it was a pretty tight fit. I do have some clearance but it's only about 1/4" to 1/2" gap to the strut. So I'm afraid once I mount the tires(235/40r18) they will rub against the strut.

The Rear wheel clearance seem to be ok.

Any suggestions?

Do I need a 10mm spacer and longer studs for the front wheels? Some one said that a Steering Limiter is required when using bigger 18" wheels. 

Thanks for any help or response.

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In general, spacers are not a good idea.  It's best to use wheels and tires that fit without clearance and turning issues.  Offset & backspace are just as important as diameter & width measurements.  

 

  • Look online for fitment guides.  Use the online wheel & tire calculators to spec the correct combination, then with the right measurements, shop for your aftermarket package.
     
     
     

     

     

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Ford  Transit Connect  2016  Wheel fitment guide

Please, note: highlighted items are for OEM wheels

USDM Tire   Rim   Bolt pattern   THD   CB  
1.6GTDi 178hp 215/55R16 6.5Jx16 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
  215/50R17 6.5Jx17 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
2.5i 169hp 215/55R16 6.5Jx16 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
  215/50R17 6.5Jx17 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
EUDM Tire   Rim   Bolt pattern   THD   CB  
1.0Ti 99hp 205/60R16 6.5Jx16 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
1.6TDCi 114hp 205/60R16 6.5Jx16 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
1.6i 148hp 205/60R16 6.5Jx16 ET50 5x108 M12 x 1.5 63.4
 
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