Hello,

I just wanted to know if the bolt pattern and spacing are the same for a 1998 4wd Expedition and a 2001 Expedition. Someone told me the 2001 were 14mm while the 1998 were 12mm. If anyone could help me out, I would greatly appreciate it. The reason is that someone with a 2001 would like to by my 18" rims, but we do not know if they are swappable. Thanks for the help guys.

Robert

 

Ford increased the stud size from 12-mm to 14-mm in/around 2000 model year. If you have to use the older model rim on the newer size stud, use a reamer (only need about 1.5-2 mm of clearencing). I did this to an extra '97 rim I had for my '00 for an extra spare. No problems! Hope this helps, Doc

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2000 F-150 4x4
4.2L, 5-speed,
3.55 Limited Slip,
reg. cab, short bed,
ORP package (added),
Fog Lights (added),
Super-flip-chipped,
Leonard cab-high top,
...much more to come....

Wife: 2000 Ranger Trailhead Package

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[This message has been edited by doc_f150 (edited 06-14-2001).]

 

doc_f150,

What exactly is a reamer? and where can I buy it or get it done? Thanks.

 

If you don't know what a reamer is, you should probably have it done by a machine shop. That will make sure you don't slant the hole or do other damage to your rim...it should be fairly cheap, too. A reamer is a bit that enlarges a pre-existing hole...to do it right you should use a mill. Good luck.