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Message: <blockquote data-quote="mcglsr2" data-source="post: 1263838" data-attributes="member: 15705">You can fill the gap with a bigger tire if you want, Google tire size calucaltor, there are tons out there (one I use all the time is "Miata Tire Size Calc" - Google that).  The stock ratio on the Mustang was 245/45-17, which results in something like a 25.7" tall tire.  Play around with the calc using different tire sizes (255/45-17, 265/45-18, etc) to see the difference.  Once you find a couple, go look at tire stores online to make sure tires are made in that size (for example, you probably won't find a 245/20-17).Having said all that, keep in mind that changing your tire size will affect your speedometer and speed.  My suggestion would be to find a tire/wheel combo that retains close to the stock tire height and then get some springs to lower it a bit.  Most popular springs will give you about 1 to 1.25" drop depending.  Coilovers if you race the car or want a significant drop.</blockquote>