1965 Mustang Tires / WIDEBODY or Flush || 65 Mustang Footage

Which would you pick. Flush stock-ish look is easy, here are the tire sizes Id go for, and correct Widebody tire size is tricky.

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Lots of information here. Thanks for the shout out!

[@FootageFactory]

Yessir. You are where I get half my knowledge from. That’s where I got the backspacing from, I stole it from your measurements. But now I need that tool and I’ll have to make 100% sure!

[@officer3163]

Wicked awesome video man probably the most informative will size video I have ever seen for the Mustang this stuff is gold

[@FootageFactory]

Why thank you sir, I hope it helped!!

[@jeffwagner8300]

Lots of great information. thank you for your channel it rocks bro. keep the great vids coming

[@FootageFactory]

Thanks man. I have a few videos in the works along the same subject.

[@DJDinaggio]

IMO, the 65-66 GT350 was the best balanced Mustang of all.

[@davidcherylbarch2802]

It's not what others think but what your imagination can come up with! That being said we like the classic look of the original wheel arch with the big and meaty tires and wheels tucked in. Best of both worlds! Great video with a lot of content that can be used!

[@FootageFactory]

Personally I like the flaired look, but it’s more expensive wheels and tires, more fabrication, has the highest probability of vehicle price reduction, especially since there’s a chance the job could be botched. But I just don’t know another way to get the power to the ground.

[@groundzero4044]

@@FootageFactory my 67 had an sn95 diff with 10 1/2 wheels running 275/40/17

[@groundzero4044]

@@FootageFactory kzbin.info/www/bejne/eabTfYBmjp5mprc

[@callofgeorge]

you actually can undo what you've done lol.. i got the TCI kit before there was one for tubb'd. i called them and got the parts that changed then cut and modified stuff. wasn't all that bad. im also considering flaring the car as well because 315's supposedly the biggest i can fit on the back. now shopping for a nice, factory'ish looking (aggressive street appearance) flares made of steel is the trick.

[@fordtechlife]

good one 💪🔧🔧🚗

[@FootageFactory]

Thanks man!!

[@cskipper65]

I agree with your thoughts. Love the 15s but the 16s are a great modern look with some meat on the tires but are limited. Don't worry too much about the HP and tires size. The point of a classic is to break the tires loose and make some noise.

[@FootageFactory]

You do have a point. If I want a car that can break records, maybe a 60’s classic car ain’t the car. If I want to have fun…then maybe it is the car!!

[@cskipper65]

@@FootageFactory it is hard not to over think it. I am restoring my 65 fastback and I have stared at my phone an embarrassing amount of time trying to make my car this unattainable image in my head. Personally as long as my car turns heads and sounds like it has a 1000hp but runs like it has 300hp I am good with that.

[@marshalloveracre3204]

I have the Wilwood 6 pistons on my 65 and clear 15 torque thrusts with a .20 inch spacer. Rolled/flattened my fenders and clear 225/60 up from and 235 in the rear but could probably go 245 in the back. Good luck

[@FootageFactory]

I might be like you in the end, and will have to go with 245’s. I got the larger Wilwoods, and now can’t do 15’s. Man don’t 15’s look the best!?!?!

[@MCFABRICATION]

So 245s are god to go on the rear? What about the front? I bought 17x7 and 17x8 and I wanna go as wide as I can without interference, I’m definitely going to roll the fenders but like you said, you can’t find anything online at all on it…

[@I_like_turtles_67]

Running 275 30 18 all four corner of my 67 fastback. Slight modifications to the front.

[@FootageFactory]

Isn’t it nice to have the same size all 4? Convenient with flats and prices.

[@flyaz11]

LMAO!! funny video, loved it. I'm trying to find the best source of info for my 1965 Mustang. I want to run 19 inch rims all the way around. 19X8 front, 19X9 on the rear. No rub or tire rolling fender, just flush look. any help is appreciated .

[@FootageFactory]

Let me know if this helps you 1965 Mustang Max Tire Size / Backspacing and Measurements || 65 Mustang Footage kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYuuZo1poq2Mmrs

[@newyorkace]

This is the exact dilemma I've been trying to solve for months! Thanks for all the info, but what what was the back spacing you end up going with?

[@FootageFactory]

I was supposed to do a video test fitting a bunch of different wheel and tire setting to see if my assumption of 5 inch was spot on. But I had to go overseas for work... Urghhhh. I’ll be back in September to make a video about an assortment of different wheel sizes, but my best guess is max 5 inch backspace. Thanks for watching btw!!!!

[@newyorkace]

@@FootageFactory Thanks, I’m looking forward to it!

[@ryantaccone6285]

Where’s the video bro!

[@FootageFactory]

@@ryantaccone6285 The video is out now, late as all her!

[@kennethbeebe3252xchjvguhgy]

You done a lot of research on this subject and a perfect video after doing all this is to put a fact video together in different parts. Since I do not plan on being a KZbinr. The info we all need to see is price and size. First on stock 65 mustangs. Then fender flares and finally tubing a 65 mustang. What I would like to know is. What is the most popular wheel size on the market today that offers the cheapest tires. I want to burn rubber without breaking the bank. The cheaper the better. Let’s face it. You can have a cool car but if you can’t drive it the way it is meant to be driven you just have a show car. I do know that around 26 or 27 inch tall is around max a stock 65 mustang will take. It seems 17 or 18 inch rim may offer the cheapest tires but that’s just doing a little tire shopping. Is this something you can tell me or maybe something you want to do a video on. Watching your video didn’t make the point clear enough. More upfront statistical information would be Awesome. Choice options would be a great video too. Yes you did this in your video but it was way to fast and not as clear as it could have been. Just my two cents. Other than that. Great job bringing more attention and info to this dilemma.

[@FootageFactory]

Actually I was thinking about doing a follow up video, maybe now is time for me to compile all the arguments I’ve been having with my friends. In some cases my situation is different than others bc my suspension is so custom I have almost 3 inches of adjustment in my rear end. Maybe I should start the video off from the point of view of price, but the price of the tire isn’t the only factor. Price of tire-price of wheel-price of fabricating-know how to execute fabrication, and this is depending how much show vs go you want. Have you seen my latest TKX video? My running gear is so stout I can push 700 hp (or more) if I want, only thing is do I have enough tire to handle it…….I guess this is what I should put in my video huh?!!

[@davebrittain9216]

Cool, first gen Civic at the 3:17 mark. I am not a fan of the flares for typical street use. For wild track cars sure.

[@FootageFactory]

3:17 interesting car huh, but would you guess it’s a Ford?!?!

[@davebrittain9216]

@@FootageFactory It is? It has the exact same brow line as the Civic. I thought the lower spoiler area was part of a King Motorsports wide body kit. Is it a Fiesta? I don't usually miss these kinds of things lol.

[@FootageFactory]

@@davebrittain9216 Its an Escort Mk1. They are getting kind of rare out here in the UK, where I have my second home. My wife bought me a Ford magazine, but non of the cars in the magazine are anything I used to.

[@davebrittain9216]

@@FootageFactory Ahh ok that is why it did not register with me. We did have a Hillman in our junk yard years ago. That was the only English car I recall us having. Oh I guess we had a bunch of Vauxhalls too.

[@SenpaiMC7]

My car is a 66 with 18x11 all around. Maier 2.5 flares on rear and 2.5 maier wide body fenders. Very discreet. It's Mike's original flare set up. I did a mini mini tub without moving the rear frame wells in the rear but did move the wheel tub a bit. I've got 315s.. 6.5 backspacing with a 67/68 9" rear end (2inches wider than stock). With your tci ifs should be able to get 5.5-6" backspacing with the wider track width hub to hub and no upper ball joint to top of spindle issues. With stock suspension (taller spindle)... rear may have to use spacers... or move the inner wheel well (look up mustang depot mini tub) it's a few relief cuts and you push the wheel well to the frame. Should give you alot of room

[@FootageFactory]

Dude. Tell me what wheels you’re running bc I just used a wheel fitment tool, took the measurements and the wheels are hella expensive!

[@SenpaiMC7]

@@FootageFactory Sorry I'm actually running 7.25 back spacing. I have cortex racing suspension with a wider track up front and half in spacers in rear to run square. EC-7 mustang wheels 450 each. My other wheels that I used for 5 years were 17x9.5 front with 6 bs and 17x10.5 rear with 6.8 bs (2004 17 fr500 rims about 580 set of 4) and I've also had the fr500s in 18s that may be best for you but I'm not sure why they are narrower in 18s... fronts are 18x9 (6" bs) and rears 18x10 (6.3" bs).. Also around 550 or so for set of 4. You can also look into Mike maiers wheels the LT-III 18x11 (6" of BS) 489 each if you like that style.. I've also seen a few "shelby style wheels (elenorish) on amaerican racing with custom BS on American racing site before...OR of course the custom forglines etc for 1k+ each... (it's been hard for me to justify that!) I've done alot of deep homework and have tried 3 out myself... I've been slowly widening my car with its suspension to use new mustang wheels because custom wheels are insanely expensive! Plus there is supposed to be benefits to widening track on these classic stangs! Appreciate the video and work you put into this! Hope this helps you!. If you don't need 18x11 square I would look into the fr500 in 18. Should be able to get 295 on rear and I've gotten alot of compliments for those wheels over the years. And they are cheap on ebay or craigslist! I went with gloss black with polished lip! Thr black and the lip make the wheels look smaller and fits better IMO. Still have them actually! Really hope this helps, Should get you started. If you need more rear width I fit 17x 10.5 with a 67 mustang (9" rear end (2"s wider) and doing that mustang depot ("mini/ mini tub) and maiers 2.5 flares that are subtle flares... the look is less bulgy like the ones you posted... although, the ones you posted look great at most angles and would make wheel fitment alot easier! I debated awhile on those! Reach out any time. If you want my contact or anything too. 👍

[@FootageFactory]

@@SenpaiMC7 [e-mail]. Email me and I will send you pictures from yesterday fitting 295/30r18’s

[@SenpaiMC7]

@@FootageFactory Just emailed you! Sorry for the late reply!

[@FootageFactory]

@@SenpaiMC7 lol I can’t do a mini tub. Go to 6:15 to see why.

[@time_on_target]

Flared

[@KM-uw4ez]

Wow, you're in the same boat I'm in!! I currently have 10" wide American racing Outlaw II (15's) wheels with MT 26X12 tires. Obviously they are too wide and every time I hit a bump they get chewed up just a little more. I refuse to go with skinny tires just so they fit the stock wheel wells and I also do not wish to get into the mini tub fabrication. I think I'm going to go with the Maier racing wide body (Roman) kit, as I am totally not a purist and LOVE the way it looks. But what size tire are they using on all the pics floating on the internet (you pictured some in you're vid) I too have spent much time trying to reverse engineer. I'm thinking just go with 18X10's with little to no offset and use spacers to get the exact fit? Any ideas and input would be helpful......

[@juanarias2272]

I’m in the same boat, I’m trying to figure out what offset to use to that I can fit the same tires all the way around

[@FootageFactory]

I want my tire to be as close to the frame as possible, so trying to find that magic sweet spot backspacing is crucial. I wonder if I should make a video test fitting large tire sizes in the stock wheel well! Would you watch that?

[@FootageFactory]

@Juan what wheel size are you thinking about running?

[@KM-uw4ez]

@@FootageFactory yes I would like to see that.

[@FootageFactory]

@@KM-uw4ez Ok, I will try and have the video out within a month!!

[@cryptosully2357]

what wheel is that in your hands with no rubber on it in the video

[@FootageFactory]

What time stamp of the video?

[@mjj6870]

Rick Caldwell I have a 66 stang that I want a set of narrow tires on the front and wide tires on the back , like we had back in the 60s and 70s , but all of this talk about back spacing is got me confused , can you tell the size of rim i need for the front and the back for my car? Back in my day we ran a 6 inch wide tire on the front and a 8 to 9 0n the back. You could go to a tire store and they would put them on to see how they looked but you cant do that today .I want to move it to a 15 inch rim on front and back can you help with rim and tire size?

[@FootageFactory]

Alright. I can help you, in fact I’m midway through a new video where I’m mocking up wheel and tire sizes. With a 15 inch wheel 9 inches wide the widest tire you can run is a 295/50r15, but that tire size won’t fit on the mustang unless you tub it or flare it. The front you can get 155/80r15 tires and slap them on 15x5…15 inch wheels by 5 inch wide.

[@mjj6870]

@@FootageFactory whats the widest tire I can put on the back without rolling it or tube and what offset do I need for both front and back Thank you for answering so fast

[@FootageFactory]

@@mjj6870 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MM4148B/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=ootageactory-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07MM4148B&linkId=745c54a74190461165fc4b25ee30909c Click this link to look at the wheel. This is the wheel I run on my wifes 68 Mustang, and this has the proper offset so look at the specs (offset/backspacing & size) itll give you an idea. On that wheel I run a 255/60r15 in the rear, but since it is a 68 the wheel well is wider than the 65. So to be safe youre looking at a 245 wide tire max size on a 1965 mustang. Ill have to do more research to get an idea of the backspacing of the front because I dont want to give you incorrect info. I have another video talking about tire sizes on mustangs also...have you seen it?

[@mjj6870]

@@FootageFactory yes i seen the video where you used that other site to get the right size of tire thats the site where it shows the tires overlayed so you can get a site of how the tire compares , i looked at it yesterday for a little while i am going to look at it more this weekend when i get time thank you for helping me

[@FootageFactory]

@@mjj6870 google search tire size calculator, and click tiresize.com. Can I ask you for a favor? Do you mind going to one of my latest videos, the skyline R34 vid and giving it a thumbs up, it’s the Paul Walker car. If you do this…in my next video I’ll use my tool for the front tire to see what the best looking backspace will be for the front.

[@rogerhazlewood1401]

i want to put 8.5 wheels on my 67 fastback,the back space is 3.5 will the25560r 15s fit? or go with a 245?

[@FootageFactory]

I didn’t catch that last part, must be a typo. 8.5 wide 15 inch wheels is a bit wide for 245’s but it will work. I recommend going a little thinner wheel for the beefy look, unless you’re dead set on those specs for a specific reason. Also, the 3.5 backspacing on 8.5 wide wheels might kick the wheels a little too far out.

[@rogerhazlewood1401]

@@FootageFactory i like a deep dish wheel,but dont want it to stick out tooo much!! creager has a 2.5 back space,???

[@FootageFactory]

@@rogerhazlewood1401 I am making a new video with tire sizes and measurements, it will be out in November. I can cover this topic if you want.

[@rogerhazlewood1401]

@@FootageFactory that would be great!! the red 68 mustang ,the guy from germany ,the side oiler car tires are awesome!! hes got mickey tompson tires on back,tires are at least 12 wide,28 high!! best looking fastback ive ever seen,but that guy wont awnser any questions,i would do his set up if i knew the sizes,.thanks for helping me

[@rogerhazlewood1401]

i put the 5 leaf springs in back,what a difference,anyway the 3.5 wheels look great,15 s,but how far out would it make the tire? havent bought them yet,a guys selling then on ebay,steve mc type wheels.

[@keith44]

@0:32 Anyone know the wheels and tires on that white mustang? Sizes?

[@FootageFactory]

I’m making a video right now. I should have it out in a few weeks. I might have some insight on the tire sizes. In fact have you seen my latest wheel fit video, it shows a preview!

[@TierOperator]

can somebody give me info about that mustang at 1:44 Who belongs to or who the owner is? I have questions

[@FootageFactory]

I wonder the same thing, though I have no clue. I’d like to know exactly what size wheels and tires he’s running.

[@orangesharpy]

I think a lot can be done on fairly narrow tires with tweaks to the suspension and weight distribution . During cruise nights and at drag strips I've seen tubbed out cars with 20 inch wide tires break loose and still not get traction. Then you look at something the "Little Squirt" Falcon here kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKvYY6KeZs15j6M running 10 second 1/4 miles on pretty narrow tires. It doesn't have that monster tire look and stance but seems to hook very well. I wish I had your TCP suspension on my 66. I say get some wheels/tires that comfortably fit without chopping the body and work on suspension for hooking up. Also what others have said don't overthink it and just have fun lighting them up.

[@FootageFactory]

Too late on body chop. Have you seen my latest vid on the subject? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYuuZo1poq2Mmrs

[@user-wc7ns4mu9v]

I got 65 valiant dodge dart GT I want to put car racing rims on it and make it a hooligan dirt road fast car

[@FootageFactory]

I say do it!

[@jasonandrews457]

whats the size tire and with the 15s from ur wifes car ??

[@FootageFactory]

In the front it is 225/60r15 rears are 255/60r15

[@Jppritch8]

What is the wheel width and backspacing?