Tried a search to no avail. Does anyone know any reason why these wouldn't fit my Ex? Will it require an adaptor of some sort?

http://nashville.craigslist.org/pts/713456899.html

Assuming those are the factory rims (they look like the ones on our '06 mustang) those are 17x8" rims with a 45mm offset with 5 on 4.5" bolt pattern.

The bolt pattern will fit, but I'm not sure if the offset will. I know on older mustang they have to use a spacer to fit.. but I don't know if that applies to the Explorer.

The price they are asking isn't great, but its "ok". I've been using Take-offs for our mustang and I'm paying on average of $550 for a set of rims with new 235x55 pirelli tires (still have the nubs). I've been lucky and have found a couple sets within driving distance (< 150 miles). Shipping would have brought the price with tires up to about $700 per set..

~Mark

Thanks for the info. I don't plan to buy that particular set but I do like the look of them and will keep an eye out for a better deal if I can locate a spacer set for them.

I do take my Ex wheelin on occassion so my only other worry about them is strength. If they can take the beating.