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Help identify wheels and tire pressure 215/65R/16C

Last post by davidoft1 « Yesterday, 09:43
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by Mona » 11 Apr 2021, 20:26

Hi all,

I've noticed today my wheels are 16 , and I wondered if anyone knows where they might have come from, or anything about them?

The tires...

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Big tyres on small rims...

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by glennada » 17 Apr 2021, 19:31

Hello all,
I need to replace tyres and want to go Synchro Style.
Was thinking about these...

27 x 8.5 r14 95Q

Has anyone used these, will they...

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Last post by davidoft1
17 Apr 2021, 21:31
Mercedes Steels

Last post by fh9977 « 08 Apr 2021, 08:47
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by slowcoach » 09 Sep 2014, 10:16
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Ive got a bit of a crush on 16 steels, as seen on some of the knarlier syncros and vanagons over in the states. My 14 steels and caps are looking...
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Last post by fh9977
08 Apr 2021, 08:47
T3 rear brake drum overheating

Last post by Bison535 « 24 Mar 2021, 07:15
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by Bison535 » 22 Mar 2021, 14:13

Hi Forum, I have and ongoing problem of the rear brake drum overheating !?

I have had a look through Wiki and the Forum including Jeds wheel bearing...

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Last post by Bison535
24 Mar 2021, 07:15
Mercedes 16" Alloys, Which Tyres?

Last post by ash1293 « 21 Mar 2021, 16:31
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by The Hairy Camper » 14 Mar 2021, 12:41
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This post may annoy a few people, but here i go (again!).

I've basically mounted some 7x16, 5x112 Mercedes Alloys on my van (they have an ET of 37,...
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Last post by ash1293
21 Mar 2021, 16:31
Baby moon hubcaps

Last post by mariner « 12 Mar 2021, 15:05
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by mariner » 10 Mar 2021, 14:25

Hi. Anyone any experience of fitting these? Are they a good fit on the standard 14'' steelies? Have had someone tell me they can be a bit prone to...

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Last post by mariner
12 Mar 2021, 15:05
10 year old tyres

Last post by clone123 « 06 Mar 2021, 22:37
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by clone123 » 06 Mar 2021, 09:48

Hi can someone just confirm weather this does or doesn't apply to are Van's I did read something about commercial vehicles but I can't seem to find...

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Last post by clone123
06 Mar 2021, 22:37
Quick question about tyre size

Last post by mariner « 05 Mar 2021, 18:02
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by mariner » 05 Mar 2021, 12:13

Hi. I'm ordering up some whitewall tyres for my van and have the option of the standard 185/14 or a larger 195/14. The standard is 25.6'' top to...

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Last post by mariner
05 Mar 2021, 18:02
Mercedes wheel fitting

Last post by Cobra88 « 20 Feb 2021, 19:50
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by Davegrohl99 » 20 Feb 2021, 15:00

Hi everyone,

I bought a set of steel rims from a Mercedes w124 estate 1244001002, 7J x 15 H2 ET46.

What do I need to do in order to fit them to my...

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Last post by Cobra88
20 Feb 2021, 19:50
Only Mercedes rims in here!

Last post by fattboy « 12 Feb 2021, 16:52
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by weegaz22 » 19 May 2016, 00:25
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There are so many fantastic Mercedes wheels, that i thought it needed it's own dedicated thread.

Show me your Mercedes-Benz metal goodness!

If you...
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Last post by fattboy
12 Feb 2021, 16:52
215/75 15 spare on bullbar?

Last post by SurfT25 « 01 Feb 2021, 13:46
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by Forden341 » 22 Jan 2021, 11:34
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Hi all,
I have a T25 Karmann Gipsy with a modest lift running 215/75 15 BFG all terrain tyres. My issue is that I’m looking to run a full size spare...
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Last post by SurfT25
01 Feb 2021, 13:46
Caravan Wheels for VW T25

Last post by Phil D « 30 Jan 2021, 15:58
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by Phil D » 07 Jan 2021, 09:59
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I have found a local supplier of caravan wheels and tyres, (alloy wheels, steel wheels and tyres), tempted by a set of alloys. All the main...
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Last post by Phil D
30 Jan 2021, 15:58
17" Mercedes rims on my lifted Caravelle

Last post by Goyen88 « 13 Jan 2021, 14:06
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by Cobra88 » 18 Jul 2019, 15:49

Mercedes Benz 2114014702 E350 W211
8x17 et38 66.6cb 14mm holes 14mm Radius Ball seat 790kg load rated
10mm spacers front & rear.
General...

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Last post by Goyen88
13 Jan 2021, 14:06
Mercedes SLK/W124 15" wheels

Last post by Phil D « 07 Jan 2021, 09:26
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by Phil D » 03 Jan 2021, 18:10

Have the opportunity to buy a set of wheels and tyres locally off a mercedes SLK/W124 E class. They are 7J ET37, 15 inch 5x112 there is a difficult...

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Last post by Phil D
07 Jan 2021, 09:26
Mefro wheels - Tapered/Radius?

Last post by scotttie « 04 Jan 2021, 15:32
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by dcfb77 » 14 Jun 2014, 23:09

Anyone know know if Mefro wheels require tapered or radius wheel nuts?

I have what I'm pretty sure were radius ones in there and they're now pretty...

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Last post by scotttie
04 Jan 2021, 15:32
I think these new Mini wheels might fit. Help / advice please

Last post by hubcap61 « 30 Dec 2020, 12:37
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by 1980Xplorer » 20 Dec 2020, 12:48

Hi guys, I have found these wheels going for a song and think they might fit with no issues - what’s you’re thoughts? They are brand new for £20 a...

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Last post by hubcap61
30 Dec 2020, 12:37
Will these Audi A3 S-Line alloys fit ok?

Last post by 1980Xplorer « 15 Dec 2020, 10:07
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by 1980Xplorer » 13 Dec 2020, 19:47

Looking a little bit of advice please. I have been looking at getting some alloys for my T25 Xplorer and these ones have come up at a good price of...

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Last post by 1980Xplorer
15 Dec 2020, 10:07
15inch ET31 Advice?

Last post by crazyhorse « 13 Dec 2020, 19:40
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by crazyhorse » 02 Dec 2020, 18:47

Hi all, on a recent mot my stock 14 wheels had 2 advisory on the rears. They gave them a month before i need to change them..

I have mercs et31...

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Last post by crazyhorse
13 Dec 2020, 19:40
wheels?

Last post by fh9977 « 11 Dec 2020, 08:16
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by josh52 » 02 Dec 2020, 18:42

any one know of a source for 15 0r 16 steels? with metros no longer a option
I got a set of 16 alloy merc Vito van wheels but with a et of 50 these...

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Last post by fh9977
11 Dec 2020, 08:16
That Syncro look....

Last post by Aidan « 15 Nov 2020, 09:40
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by mike.g » 28 Aug 2020, 14:09

I’ve been researching wheels/tyres just to give the van what I would describe as the Syncro look.

I’ve seen these steelies which seem to fit the...

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Last post by Aidan
15 Nov 2020, 09:40
Mefro Centre Caps

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 09 Sep 2020, 14:19
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by DoubleOSeven » 11 Aug 2020, 19:44

No Stock:
Campervanculture

In Stock:
VanCafe ($60 courier from USA)

busschmiede.de (€20 courier from Germany)*

*Shortened height reproduction that...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
09 Sep 2020, 14:19
Hub cap Fitting

Last post by Davegrohl99 « 07 Sep 2020, 17:38
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by Davegrohl99 » 07 Sep 2020, 09:39

Am I losing the plot or has anyone experienced this before.

Fitted 3 of some VW original hubcaps to the wheels no problem.

But on fitting to the...

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Last post by Davegrohl99
07 Sep 2020, 17:38
tyre preasure

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 26 Aug 2020, 22:56
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by donnieg » 15 Jul 2012, 10:28
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Hi just wondering if anyone knows what the correct tyre preasure is for my van as i have been told different ones.My tyres are 185x14.
Cheers
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Last post by TONYT25T25
26 Aug 2020, 22:56
Rubbing noise from nearside wheel

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 19 Aug 2020, 17:19
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by TONYT25T25 » 02 Jun 2020, 17:39

After replacing upper ball joint on nearside front wheel and steering gaiter, took vehicle for test drive and all ok. Replaced wheel trim and secured...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
19 Aug 2020, 17:19
Will these merc wheels fit?

Last post by Dad « 13 Aug 2020, 19:27
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by Negativegravity » 28 Jun 2020, 11:36

Hi, I’m looking at a pair of R15, 6.5j, ET37 steel wheels. My understanding is that they will need spacers to offset this ET. Is this correct and if...

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Last post by Dad
13 Aug 2020, 19:27
Porsche cup 1’s

Last post by silverbullet « 04 Aug 2020, 10:26
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by Neil2801 » 19 Jun 2020, 05:57
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Hi all
I am thinking of putting Porsche cup 1 alloyus on my van.
Wheel sizes are
Front are 6j x 16 ET53
Rear are 8j x 16 ET53
I know i will need...
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Last post by silverbullet
04 Aug 2020, 10:26
Hub caps ???

Last post by bigherb « 29 Jul 2020, 19:24
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by Da dan » 29 Jul 2020, 09:04

What’s the thoughts, old hub caps and re Crome them or buy stainless new ones? My old ones are not that bad but just a bit of surface rust after a...

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Last post by bigherb
29 Jul 2020, 19:24
Advice on 16” Steel Rims VW Part No: 2K3601027 VW Caddy / T4 / Transporter

Last post by MushroomGaz « 22 Jul 2020, 20:29
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by MushroomGaz » 21 Jul 2020, 22:00

I have access to a set of 16” Steel Rims - VW Part Number 2K3601027 for VW Caddy / T4 / Transporter
5x 112 PDC
6J x 26H2 ET50

Do these just need...

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Last post by MushroomGaz
22 Jul 2020, 20:29
15” Steel wheels

Last post by Squidge « 06 Jul 2020, 17:24

by Squidge » 06 Jul 2020, 17:24

Hi, I’m currently (or about to start) looking for a 15” inch Steel wheel for use as a spare.
I currently have 4x15” Mefro steel wheels on my camper....

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Last post by Squidge
06 Jul 2020, 17:24
Centre Cap

Last post by steveo9007 « 27 Jun 2020, 20:09
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by steveo9007 » 25 Jun 2020, 18:25

Got these alloys on my van, is there a cap that can be bought which has the VW logo on it, they are fuchs 15 with a centre cap of 66mm

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Last post by steveo9007
27 Jun 2020, 20:09
16 inch steel wheels help

Last post by clift_d « 24 Jun 2020, 11:23
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by JustGavin » 24 Jun 2020, 07:01

Hi guys

As I start all my post by saying. 'I'mnew to the T25 world and learning as I go so please help' :)

Looking to fit steel wheels to my van,...

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Last post by clift_d
24 Jun 2020, 11:23
Toliman wheels

Last post by Cobra88 « 18 Jun 2020, 16:55
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by escovedo » 18 Jun 2020, 15:15

What size Mercedes Toliman wheels fit the t25
without enlarging wheel bolt holes?
I have been offered a set of 15x7j et37 part number A170 401 00 02.

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Last post by Cobra88
18 Jun 2020, 16:55
Correct tyre sizes?

Last post by DanGleebles « 15 Jun 2020, 16:51
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by mikes.bus » 23 Jul 2018, 11:38

I need to replace all 4 tyres on my van as they are starting to crack due to age.
I’m led to believe that standard tyres are 185R14C but, when I try...

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Last post by DanGleebles
15 Jun 2020, 16:51
Finally new wheels!

Last post by Campercrazy « 09 Jun 2020, 22:13
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by Campercrazy » 25 Apr 2020, 11:15

So I’ve been pondering new steel rims or alloys for a while now and I’m leaning towards alloys, I’ve found some I really like but just wanted advice...

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Last post by Campercrazy
09 Jun 2020, 22:13
Syncro 14" standard tyre size

Last post by VeganVanNomads « 02 Jun 2020, 20:25
Replies: 8
by Gary. » 31 Mar 2017, 13:27

Seems ridiculous to ask, but I can't find info on what was factory standard for the 14 Syncro.

Currently running American 27 x 8.50 R14 . Though...

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Last post by VeganVanNomads
02 Jun 2020, 20:25
Play in top wishbone

Last post by maxstu « 27 May 2020, 07:44
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by SamT » 25 May 2020, 14:57

Ive replaced my bushes ( spot welded) and refit . The van is off the ground on chocks. Upon reassembly there is excessive play from left to right ....

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Last post by maxstu
27 May 2020, 07:44
Alloy wheel spray

Last post by hubcap61 « 21 May 2020, 08:30
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by Sir Brixalot » 19 May 2020, 14:19

I want to refresh my wheels without spending much. Is there a decent rattle can that will do the job for a year or so

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Last post by hubcap61
21 May 2020, 08:30
Uprated ARB

Last post by steveo9007 « 14 May 2020, 17:56
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by steveo9007 » 29 Apr 2020, 11:07

Guys can i fit this ARB to my vehicle, i have double bolt clamps not single bolt clamps, my current ARB is 21mm.

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Last post by steveo9007
14 May 2020, 17:56
Question about Stance / Width of Wheels

Last post by silverbullet « 13 May 2020, 18:57
Replies: 7
by drumsofdoom » 14 Apr 2020, 11:35

Hello, please excuse my complete lack of knowledge about wheels, I was wondering how you go about a wider stance with wheels that sit a little bit...

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Last post by silverbullet
13 May 2020, 18:57
Drilling Out Alloy Bolt Holes

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 21 Mar 2020, 20:57
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by The Hairy Camper » 21 Mar 2020, 01:29

I have some Mercedes Alloys with 12mm bolt holes.

Looks like I have to have the bolt holes drilled out and install extended studs to make them fit...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
21 Mar 2020, 20:57
Chrome hubcaps + AT

Last post by davidoft1 « 02 Mar 2020, 11:17
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by sonnyhowell » 01 Mar 2020, 10:07

I’ve been wanting this for my van for a while but never thought it was possible

The stock chrome hubcaps with AT tyres with white text. The at would...

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Last post by davidoft1
02 Mar 2020, 11:17
Advice please

Last post by DCH « 01 Mar 2020, 18:30
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by DCH » 20 Feb 2020, 16:00

Hello

Offered a really nice set of newly powder coated merc alloys ..... 16s ET31 6.5j 66.1 bore with nearly new Michelin Energy tyres...

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Last post by DCH
01 Mar 2020, 18:30
Confirmation/Recommendation

Last post by Squidge « 28 Feb 2020, 22:28

by Squidge » 28 Feb 2020, 22:28

Having spent weeks now looking at wheels tyres etc. I think I now know what wheels and tyres I want.
I currently have the stock 14” wheels on my VW...

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Last post by Squidge
28 Feb 2020, 22:28
Effect of larger wheels

Last post by silverbullet « 21 Feb 2020, 13:05
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by mariner » 30 Oct 2019, 14:24

Hi all. After some good advice from on here, I changed my springs and shocks to 50mm Avos and Bilstein B8s a while ago and continued running the...

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Last post by silverbullet
21 Feb 2020, 13:05
Tired out...

Last post by Mr Bean « 18 Feb 2020, 20:35

by Mr Bean » 18 Feb 2020, 20:35

I got to thinking that my ride was getting a bit on the harsh side. So in spite of my tires showing hardly any tread wear I looked at my records and...

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Last post by Mr Bean
18 Feb 2020, 20:35
Wheely not sure what to do...

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 24 Jan 2020, 21:36
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by DanT » 28 Oct 2019, 20:15

Disclaimer: this is NOT my wheel. It’s too dark to get a decent pic of mine, so borrowing this one from tinterweb!

We have this style wheel on our...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
24 Jan 2020, 21:36
Brake calipers

Last post by bigherb « 09 Nov 2019, 21:48
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by Mawsy » 09 Nov 2019, 16:49

Hi all are the callers on a type 28 the same as type 25, got a chance of some but don't want to strip the off van if no good cheers Mawsy 25...

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Last post by bigherb
09 Nov 2019, 21:48
Upgraded wheels and tyres for Aircooled Brick

Last post by zenecho « 04 Nov 2019, 12:57
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by Davegrohl99 » 03 Nov 2019, 14:15

Hi Guys!

I am thinking of upgrading my westy to either 15 or 16 inch mefros. I have a 2.0 Aircooled CU engine and dont want to put more strain on...

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Last post by zenecho
04 Nov 2019, 12:57
bought 215/65 R15s will they fit?

Last post by volks_womble « 08 Oct 2019, 21:47
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by garry247 » 07 Oct 2019, 15:16

Hi,

I bought some alloys and they dont fit (Bad advice) however im left with some Brand New Contenental Van Conect 200 215/65 R15s

Will i be able...

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Last post by volks_womble
08 Oct 2019, 21:47
Mercedes ML 17” wheels help

Last post by T25boy71 « 08 Oct 2019, 08:04
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by T25boy71 » 06 Oct 2019, 15:25

Hi newbie here hi all.
I think of putting Mercedes ml 17” 5 spoke alloys of an early ml, I’ve seen the 16” are used a lot but I’ve seen some cheap...

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08 Oct 2019, 08:04

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