To me that would still work but I am waiting to see how wrong I may be lol

 

In theory that might be OK ... but your non-Brembo package wheels are only 8-1/2" wide, not really enough for 265s on the track. Also, pretty much the only tire in that size is the optional front Shelby Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar version 2, which is supposed to be a decent tire. But they are very expensive, and not a true track tire. Plus, when you're ready to go to the Brembo brakes, your existing wheels won't clear. If you're serious about it, IMO you are better off to pony up for the 18" wheels that will clear the big brakes, and then you can get the 275 40 18 in a proper tire that is more suitable for what you plan to do.


cheers
Ed

 

Fast Ed is AWESOME. You write a column Ed.

 

I will +1 one him

 

Great advice Fast Ed. Always willing to help people out.

 

No worries, I've been through lots of wheel & tire fitments on various cars over the years, I pride myself on getting that as right as possible. In this case I have lots of direct experience with my friend's 07 GT at track days. We put the GT-500 Brembo brakes on it a few years ago, and there are only certain wheels, especially in 18", that will clear those big calipers and 14" rotors.


cheers
Ed N.

 

how much $$$$ to convert to the 5oo set up?

 

The kit from FRPP is about $1200, here is a link to it on the American Muscle site:

http://www.americanmuscle.com/svt-brakekit-0509gt.html




Other way to do it, if you can get wholesale pricing from your local Ford dealer, is to buy the rotors and calipers + hardware (use the 11-12 GT Brembo pack calipers, same part), and then go with some decent aftermarket pads. Rear pads should be upgraded at the same time to maintain a good front to rear balance. You don't really need the rotor dust shields on a summer only car, and the SS braided lines are an option. Anyway, you could piece it together for under $1000 doing it that way.


cheers
Ed N.

 

not a bad savings

 

That's what I love about this site...There are so many knowledgable members when it comes to Mustangs, and cars in general I suppose. I can't remember the last time I googled something about Mustangs, now I just post a question on here, and get all the answers a person needs. It's like an online Mustang Encyclopedia.