newbie ?
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
newbie ?
i know i look like an idiot this being my first post and whatnot, but bear with me.
1. What modifications do i need to put 2006-2007 King Ranch rims on my 2004 F-250?
2. Does anyone have a link to or know of a cheap way to put a 05+ front end(grille and headlights) on an 2004?
thanks yall.
1. What modifications do i need to put 2006-2007 King Ranch rims on my 2004 F-250?
2. Does anyone have a link to or know of a cheap way to put a 05+ front end(grille and headlights) on an 2004?
thanks yall.
Elder User
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 519
Likes: 7
No worries, you're new and all this info will become second nature to you in good time on here 
In theory you can put King Ranch rims on your '04, but the backspacing is different so the tires may rub. I don't know for sure, because I've never done it but I do know that '05 up trucks used a different backspaced wheel than older Super Dutys.
As for the updated front end, if you look on Ebay you can find '05+ headlights with the pigtails needed to run them in an older truck for around $200 (much cheaper than a dealer) and you just splice the pigtails into your current harness. You can also find '05+ grills that have been cut to fit earlier trucks too. That's really the only 'cheap' (relatively) way to do it without replacing the bumper and core support.
In theory you can put King Ranch rims on your '04, but the backspacing is different so the tires may rub. I don't know for sure, because I've never done it but I do know that '05 up trucks used a different backspaced wheel than older Super Dutys.
As for the updated front end, if you look on Ebay you can find '05+ headlights with the pigtails needed to run them in an older truck for around $200 (much cheaper than a dealer) and you just splice the pigtails into your current harness. You can also find '05+ grills that have been cut to fit earlier trucks too. That's really the only 'cheap' (relatively) way to do it without replacing the bumper and core support.
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 26,966
Likes: 50
From: Texas
Welcome to FTE. You'll have to try a lot harder than that if you want to look like an idiot. 
As mentioned, the wheels are different and not everyone thinks spacers on such a big truck is a good idea.
As for the front end, your front bumper is shaped different than the 05 & up so you'll either need to change the bumper or trim the grill. You'll also either need to replace your header panel or trim your existing one to get the newer headlights to fit. That and an adapter to fit the new bulbs and you should be set.
Here's some links for you to read over https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...ml#post5803424
http://www.dfuser.com/Install%20Guid...Conversion.pdf
And of course the adapter for the new lights or a harness if you want to upgrade the bulbs http://www.dfuser.com/catalog/harness.php
As mentioned, the wheels are different and not everyone thinks spacers on such a big truck is a good idea.
As for the front end, your front bumper is shaped different than the 05 & up so you'll either need to change the bumper or trim the grill. You'll also either need to replace your header panel or trim your existing one to get the newer headlights to fit. That and an adapter to fit the new bulbs and you should be set.
Here's some links for you to read over https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...ml#post5803424
http://www.dfuser.com/Install%20Guid...Conversion.pdf
And of course the adapter for the new lights or a harness if you want to upgrade the bulbs http://www.dfuser.com/catalog/harness.php
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 23,174
Likes: 1,678
From: Stephensville WI
The 05+ rims have different backspacing because the 05+ trucks have bigger brakes and a coil spring front suspension (vs. the leaf springs found on the 99-04 trucks).
From what I understand, the wheels will fit (same bolt pattern) but will stick out a little more.
From what I understand, the wheels will fit (same bolt pattern) but will stick out a little more.
You Keep What You Kill
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 4,902
Likes: 2
From: Huntersville, NC
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
are the clips in the same place on the grills or will new holes have to be drilled?
so theorectially i could put newer rims on it, but it would possibly rub? especially with big tires. and a wheel spacer wouldnt be a good idea?
so theorectially i could put newer rims on it, but it would possibly rub? especially with big tires. and a wheel spacer wouldnt be a good idea?
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 26,966
Likes: 50
From: Texas
The screw holes on top of the grill will line up, the holes for the clips on the bottom will not. If you keep your bumper, you'll have to trim the bottom of the grill and secure it with wires or zip ties. For the holes to line up, you'll need to change the header panel and bumper.
Trending Topics
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 23,174
Likes: 1,678
From: Stephensville WI
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Ford Super Duty: 5 Things Owners LOVE, 5 Things They LOATHE!
Joe Kucinski
Every 2026 Ford Truck Engine RANKED from WORST to FIRST!
Michael S. Palmer
