FRENES

Wheels from Lincoln Mark VII on Ford Explorer: compatible?

No, the centre bore is too small

Same 5x114.3 PCD, but the centre bore of the wheels from Lincoln Mark VII (70.3 mm) is smaller than the hub of Ford Explorer (70.6 mm): they will not fit without being re-bored by a professional.

Lincoln Mark VII1988–1992Ford Explorer1991–2002
PCD5x114.35x114.3
Centre bore70.3 mm70.6 mm
Thread-Ecrous - 1/2 - 20 UN
Original wheels 7Jx16 ET25 R
≈7.5Jx16 ET44
≈7.5Jx18 ET44
≈8Jx18 ET37

≈: width estimated from the original tyre size.

Before fitting the wheels

An identical hub is not enough: offset, width and diameter change the position of the wheel, and larger calipers can touch a smaller wheel. Original wheels often use bolts or nuts with a specific seat: keep the fixings intended for the wheel, with the thread of Ford Explorer (Ecrous - 1/2 - 20 UN), tightened to the torque shown on its vehicle page. Finally, check that the size is among the approved fitments for your vehicle. This comparison is for guidance only: have the fitting approved by a professional.

And the other way round: wheels from Ford Explorer on Lincoln Mark VII?