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Old 07-09-19, 10:34 AM
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I have recently bought a 1986 FC coupe. It has the basic 15" rims which are not particularly attractive. Is it possible to interchange wheels from the FD . Also i have seen a second hand set from a Mazda 3, would these fit. They are Zender 5x114.3 15".
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Generally, yes, if the bolt pattern are the same, they should fit. The FD wheels will almost certainly fit on an FC if they're both 5-lug.
However, your FC has big brake calipers in front, which the Mazda 3 wheels may not fit over. So, you also need to check what the new wheel offset is, which (to a large extent -- but in conjunction with spoke shape/design) determines the brake clearance.

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If you’re considering OEM FD wheels as mentioned they’re 5 lug. 16x8, + 50 off-set.
You also want to check the back of the wheels....look for the bell-shaped casting:

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