In a message dated 99-06-21 11:02:56 EDT, you write:
<< . What is the validity of using the 
 5/16" aluminum wheel spacers?  I am running aftermarket wheels, 8 spoke 
 Western aluminum (minilite look alike), which apparently have the correct 
 offset.  Any thoughts will be appreciated. >>
I have always considered the spacers a cosmetic piece to get rid of the "crab 
tracked" look of a stock Tiger by moving the rear wheels out further. While 
they should be safe for most driving conditions, I have read a number of 
posts on the Shelby list indicating that spacers, in general, are a dicey 
proposition. The only way they work well is if they are machined to close 
tolerances, a longer stud is used etc.
Mike Wood
 
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