1986 Ford Escort Wheels & Rims
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The 1986 Ford Escort GL, GT, L, LX, and Pony models all share the same 4x108 bolt pattern, rolling on stock thirteen-inch wheels measuring 4.5 inches wide with a 35-millimeter offset. ThreePiece.us carries premium wheels from fifteen52, Motegi Racing, G-Line Alloys, and Race Star that fit your Escort perfectly, with every fitment verified to bolt on before shipping.
Whether you're upgrading to fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, or eighteen-inch wheels, we have the sizes and styles to match your vision. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states, so you can transform your Escort's look without breaking the bank.
1986 Ford Escort Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1986 Ford Escort uses a 4x108 bolt pattern shared across GL, GT, L, LX, and Pony trims. The stock setup is 13x4.5 wheels at 35 offset. You can upgrade to larger diameters—14, 15, 16, 17, or 18 inches—with widths ranging from 5.5 to 7.5 inches depending on size. Since your Escort runs square (not staggered), the same specs work front and rear.
Remember that only 4x108 bolts fit this Ford; no other pattern will work. Your hub bore measures 63.4 millimeters, so use hub-centric rings if you choose wheels with a larger center bore to ensure a proper fit. Aggressive offsets or very wide wheels risk rubbing the fenders and suspension, so verify your specific size choice accounts for clearance before ordering.
Every wheel we list for your Escort is confirmed to bolt on properly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. fifteen52, Motegi Racing, G-LINE ALLOYS, and Race Star are among the quality brands we stock in fitments for your car.
1986 Ford Escort Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x108 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 63.4mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 13x4.5 wheels at a +35 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
63 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1986 Ford Escort Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 365x150 | +35 to +45 | 165/70R365, 185/65R365 | — |
| 13x4.5 | +35 to +45 | 165/80R13, 175/80R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +35 to +45 | 185/65R14, 175/70R14, 195/60R14 | — |
| 14x6 | +35 to +45 | 185/65R14, 175/70R14, 195/60R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +35 to +45 | 195/55R15, 195/60R15, 205/55R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +45 | 195/55R15, 195/60R15, 205/55R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +40 | 195/55R15, 195/60R15, 205/55R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +40 | 205/45R16, 205/50R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +40 | 205/40R17, 205/45R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +40 to +45 | 215/35R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
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- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers