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Painting steel wheels

Last post by bigherb « 14 Jul 2017, 21:00
Replies: 22
by tonydata » 18 Mar 2013, 12:50
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Hi all,

Looking to repaint/spray my original steel wheels in a nice shiny new colour so the new chrome hub camps sit nicely... There's a few colour...
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Last post by bigherb
14 Jul 2017, 21:00
Tyre sun protection

Last post by Slider2 « 14 Jul 2017, 08:12
Replies: 1
by HansT » 11 Jul 2017, 20:13

Have seen vans on foreign campsites with various bits of ply etc to keep sun off the tyres. Is this just for hot/sunny conditions, or should this...

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Last post by Slider2
14 Jul 2017, 08:12
Mercedes 2104000702 7 x 15 ET 37 to fit on my 2WD

Last post by marlinowner « 13 Jul 2017, 14:55
Replies: 7
by bmouthboyo » 12 Jul 2017, 14:47

Hi Guys,

I bought some 7J x 15 ET37 Merc Steels a while back hoping they would fit straight onto my early (83) 2WD T25. They have 215 75 R15 tyres...

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Last post by marlinowner
13 Jul 2017, 14:55
Standard 14" steel wheel stud conversion

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 07 Jul 2017, 14:30
Replies: 3
by blakeys80 » 02 Jul 2017, 11:10

Having got all the parts together to rebuild the front brakes, I thought it would be a good idea to change to studs instead of reusing the old...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
07 Jul 2017, 14:30
1985 T25 Panel Van Project *5x120 adaptors*

Last post by what2do « 04 Jul 2017, 10:13
Replies: 17
by t-torque » 03 Sep 2010, 12:10
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Hi all

I’m new to club 80 - 90 and to the world of VW’s and still trying to figure out the best term for my van.. T25, T3, Wedge...

She’s a 1985 VW...
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Last post by what2do
04 Jul 2017, 10:13
tyre size

Last post by clift_d « 30 Jun 2017, 08:37
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by Jona2487 » 25 Jun 2017, 12:35

hi all, we are off for a trip around the IOW on wednesday, we have fitted some merc alloys for the trip , they are fitted with 195 55 16 tyres ,
i do...

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Last post by clift_d
30 Jun 2017, 08:37
New tyres up to 3 years old.

Last post by kevtherev « 30 Jun 2017, 06:45
Replies: 8
by itchyfeet » 07 Jun 2017, 18:14

Bought 14 tyres in the last 5 years most are under a year old but two I just got were 2 years old, when we questioned it they pointed us to their...

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Last post by kevtherev
30 Jun 2017, 06:45
New wheels, ideas on nuts.

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 26 Jun 2017, 21:10
Replies: 3
by doenut82 » 26 Jun 2017, 10:53

I know it's a long shot but does anyone know what wheel nuts I need on the back. Longer studs already fitted but just wondering what nuts to use ....

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
26 Jun 2017, 21:10
torque setting

Last post by T25Lincs « 26 Jun 2017, 19:54
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by T25Lincs » 22 Jun 2017, 17:52

Hi
Ive just returned my camper to its original steel wheels . Could anyone be able to tell me what torque settings i need to be using
Thanks
Dave

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Last post by T25Lincs
26 Jun 2017, 19:54
spacers ????????????

Last post by Betty boop 1 « 23 Jun 2017, 19:02
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by Betty boop 1 » 22 Jun 2017, 18:15

hi all im after so advice looking to fit 10mm spacers to the front of betty to give a touch more clearance currently have 15 merc steels with 205 70...

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Last post by Betty boop 1
23 Jun 2017, 19:02
Bigger wheels and tyres

Last post by PICKLEBRANTON « 11 Jun 2017, 13:33
Replies: 6
by PICKLEBRANTON » 11 Jun 2017, 07:59

Whats the maximum tyre wheel combination that can be fitted with a standard suspension height. I currently have 16 7j rims and am guessing van 80...

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Last post by PICKLEBRANTON
11 Jun 2017, 13:33
T25 - 19" wheels

Last post by crazydiamond « 11 Jun 2017, 10:05
Replies: 14
by gmc » 01 Apr 2013, 19:33

Simple question please.......

Do 19 wheels fit under the arches?

They are VW/Audi alloys so I'm assuming the centre bore isn't an issue.

They are...

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Last post by crazydiamond
11 Jun 2017, 10:05
Carat atiwe bolts

Last post by Theclash « 04 Jun 2017, 19:48
Replies: 10
by Theclash » 04 Jun 2017, 13:03

brickworks website states the front wheel bolts for carat atiwe alloy wheels are no longer availabile and you have to convert to stud and use tapered...

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Last post by Theclash
04 Jun 2017, 19:48
Tire pressure for 17 or 18 inch alloys please?

Last post by kevtherev « 03 May 2017, 06:56
Replies: 9
by chewbacca » 05 Apr 2017, 16:49

Hi guys.

I've used the search function, but struggling to find an answer.
Basically I've swapped my tires out for a different size and would like...

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Last post by kevtherev
03 May 2017, 06:56
Brake pedal to the floor!!

Last post by captain Byrne « 01 May 2017, 08:32
Replies: 5
by wormington » 28 Apr 2017, 18:41

Hi all

Some advice would be gratefully received on where to start with this. My son borrowed my 1984 1.9 petrol DG van a couple of weeks ago with no...

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Last post by captain Byrne
01 May 2017, 08:32
Atiwe alloys

Last post by Theclash « 23 Apr 2017, 18:04
Replies: 4
by Theclash » 23 Apr 2017, 08:23

Got hold of a set of 14 atiwe alloys they come with 205/70 tyres but all need replacing can I swap my 185/14 from my steel wheels onto them

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Last post by Theclash
23 Apr 2017, 18:04
SAAB Alloys

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Mar 2017, 21:25
Replies: 9
by AlandAnn » 27 Feb 2017, 09:40

I have the chance of a decent set of SAAB alloys, can anyone tell me if they are a good fit?

My steel wheels are ET 39 originals

I believe the SAAB...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Mar 2017, 21:25
Tyre size for a 15" x 7" rim on a JX westy...

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Mar 2017, 21:22
Replies: 1
by volks_womble » 11 Mar 2017, 13:16

I am looking to try and narrow down the best size tyre to fit into a 15x7 rim...

The van is a westy with an OKish 1.6TD JX engine, so I don't want...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Mar 2017, 21:22
Will Chrome Hubs fit Mefro wheels

Last post by Clairep « 17 Mar 2017, 13:01
Replies: 4
by Alzey » 13 Oct 2016, 15:31

As per title really, thinking about changing my very ratty and rusty 14 standard wheels to 15 mefros and was wondering if my very nice original...

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Last post by Clairep
17 Mar 2017, 13:01
What's the standard tyre size please? Is it model dependant?

Last post by chewbacca « 11 Mar 2017, 20:44
Replies: 3
by chewbacca » 05 Mar 2017, 22:33

I'm trying to work out the stock outside diameter for the tyres, but I'm getting conflicting info from the net.
The tyres I currently have on my...

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Last post by chewbacca
11 Mar 2017, 20:44
Paint Code for Carat Alloys?

Last post by R0B « 08 Mar 2017, 17:19
Replies: 2
by PaulG » 07 Mar 2017, 09:10

Hi,

I need to touch up some minor blemishing on my OE Carat Alloys. Ideally I need to brush apply paint with a very small brush. Anyone know if...

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Last post by R0B
08 Mar 2017, 17:19
Tyres for T25 Carat 1989

Last post by PaulG « 07 Mar 2017, 15:12
Replies: 5
by Revcaravelle » 10 Feb 2017, 17:57

Can anyone confirm what is best tyres for this VW?
1989 VW Caravelle Carat

And where best to buy near Worthing West Sussex?

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Last post by PaulG
07 Mar 2017, 15:12
How much brake fluid

Last post by bigherb « 28 Feb 2017, 15:45
Replies: 1
by wuddub » 26 Feb 2017, 17:57

Did a quick check of wiki etc but am unsure how much brake fluid I need to purge all the old fluid from the braking system. :?:

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Last post by bigherb
28 Feb 2017, 15:45
rear stud length.standard v longer

Last post by irsbuggy « 27 Feb 2017, 20:12

by irsbuggy » 27 Feb 2017, 20:12

Anybody know what the lengths of standard and the longer rear studs are? Is the quoted length overal or just thread length?

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Last post by irsbuggy
27 Feb 2017, 20:12
camperised Syncro 16 tyre pressure ?

Last post by wolfbus.uk « 18 Feb 2017, 21:58
Replies: 2
by wolfbus.uk » 18 Feb 2017, 19:31

Running 205 / 80 / 16 Cooper Discoverer S/T tyres with JX engine and about 300kg extra camper weight. The sticker says 205r16 reinforced 26 front...

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Last post by wolfbus.uk
18 Feb 2017, 21:58
Brake failure/fade

Last post by garyd « 13 Feb 2017, 18:43
Replies: 4
by Ralf85 » 09 Feb 2017, 14:21

Took the van out for a run on Sunday. After about 10 minutes on the motorway, I pulled onto a normal road and carried on driving. About 5 minutes...

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Last post by garyd
13 Feb 2017, 18:43
Cheaper budget tyres

Last post by NicBeeee « 26 Jan 2017, 12:04
Replies: 8
by quattrodave » 10 Dec 2016, 16:45

Has anyone used budget tyres on their van in standard size?
What experience have you had with regards to grip, noise etc?
Camskill have budget tyres...

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Last post by NicBeeee
26 Jan 2017, 12:04
Alloys, up to the job??

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Jan 2017, 19:21
Replies: 5
by vwaddict » 28 Nov 2016, 22:32

I've seen quite a few people with various types of non vw alloys on their buses, like boxter wheels & similar but how can you tell if there man...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Jan 2017, 19:21
What tyre pressures

Last post by CovKid « 18 Jan 2017, 11:55
Replies: 12
by focursed » 30 Oct 2016, 13:36

Hi all
1984 1.9 w/c joker
At present its running on 205x70x14 - can only find reading for rear tyre pressure being shown as 41psi
Does anyone know...

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Last post by CovKid
18 Jan 2017, 11:55
Mercedes 16" alloys

Last post by kevtherev « 16 Jan 2017, 17:48
Replies: 3
by fixitsteve » 18 Dec 2016, 21:21

Hi,
I've just bought some 16 ET37 merc alloys with 205 tyres as I believe they fit on with no spacers required
Is this true or not :? and do I need...

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Last post by kevtherev
16 Jan 2017, 17:48
Spacers advice for merc rims

Last post by fixitsteve « 19 Dec 2016, 20:52
Replies: 3
by jezamy » 03 Dec 2016, 13:13

I'm after some advice about Merc rims please , I have CLK lightweight alloys all ready to fit, but don't know what spacers, studs sizes to the rear &...

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Last post by fixitsteve
19 Dec 2016, 20:52
Bulldog adapters

Last post by JonB « 18 Dec 2016, 21:35
Replies: 4
by vwaddict » 08 Dec 2016, 18:02

I was just wondering if anyone on here has used these bulldog adapters on their bus......& if they are anygood?
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Sent from my...

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Last post by JonB
18 Dec 2016, 21:35
Mercedes wheel nuts.

Last post by T3BUS « 09 Dec 2016, 19:40
Replies: 6
by T3BUS » 06 Dec 2016, 16:31

Got a couple of steel wheels to stick on the back of the bus but from reading previous posts, it seems I might be advised to get R12 wheel nuts for...

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Last post by T3BUS
09 Dec 2016, 19:40
Other OEM Rims in Here!

Last post by vwaddict « 02 Dec 2016, 18:33
Replies: 3
by weegaz22 » 19 May 2016, 20:28

There are so many fantastic Other Oem rims out there, that i thought it needed it's own dedicated thread.

Show me your OEM metal goodness! (Porsche,...

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Last post by vwaddict
02 Dec 2016, 18:33
What do I need?

Last post by Robjackson « 30 Nov 2016, 13:23
Replies: 7
by Robjackson » 29 Nov 2016, 17:02

Looking for a little advice please. I have recently acquired a set of ronal r8 rims (6j X 15 et45) from syncroandy (cheers). The question is, what...

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Last post by Robjackson
30 Nov 2016, 13:23
Mercedes Benz 5x112 8.5j ET38 18' Will they fit?

Last post by RobH « 23 Nov 2016, 07:50
Replies: 2
by T25_steveo » 22 Nov 2016, 09:44

Hope Someone can help after a set of wheels for the van and would like to know if they fit. Measurements are
Mercedes Benz 5x112 8.5j ET38 18'...

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Last post by RobH
23 Nov 2016, 07:50
Tyre rubbing

Last post by muttleypup « 13 Nov 2016, 11:26
Replies: 15
by muttleypup » 07 Oct 2016, 16:58
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I originally stuck this in the Wheels and Tyres section but maybe better here. Just fitted merc steels on my pickup and front n/s is close to rubbing...
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Last post by muttleypup
13 Nov 2016, 11:26
Tyre size - near enough alternative

Last post by bat « 07 Nov 2016, 08:20
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by Jim San » 06 Nov 2016, 22:49

I have 215 70 16 All Terrain tyres - 4 off.

I'm in need of a a part worn spare and finding one is a bit of a struggle.

To expand my search...

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Last post by bat
07 Nov 2016, 08:20
Carat alloy wheel nuts help

Last post by Fozziebear « 04 Nov 2016, 09:58
Replies: 15
by Fozziebear » 05 Sep 2016, 20:01
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Just fitted a set of carat alloys which came with all the original wheel bolts/nuts fronts were fine the rears fit but after tightening them up there...
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Last post by Fozziebear
04 Nov 2016, 09:58
Swapping wheel studs

Last post by what2do « 31 Oct 2016, 14:46
Replies: 7
by Hoopy_Frood » 24 Oct 2016, 09:34

I'm replacing my front brakes, but the new discs don't have studs in them. Can I reuse the ones from the old disc (assuming they come out)? Or should...

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Last post by what2do
31 Oct 2016, 14:46
Tyre Choice

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Oct 2016, 13:30
Replies: 7
by AlandAnn » 18 Oct 2016, 09:26

I've seen a set of alloys from a MK6 VW Golf with a dimension of 5 x112 17 7.5J, they are at a very good price with nearly new tyres.

I currently...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Oct 2016, 13:30
Age limit for tyes on a camper

Last post by kevtherev « 27 Oct 2016, 06:01
Replies: 11
by stuartrolfe » 05 Oct 2016, 22:37

Is it true that tyres over 5 years old on a T25 camper could possibly invalidate an insurance claim when involved in an accident?
This is what I have...

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Last post by kevtherev
27 Oct 2016, 06:01
DU Gearbox, Mk1 Gti Engine - What tyre/size wheels?

Last post by bmouthboyo « 22 Oct 2016, 07:51
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by bmouthboyo » 22 Jul 2016, 12:01

OK so this will be a fairly detailed post as I want to be as clear and thorough as possible with this being such a complicated subject.

Background...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
22 Oct 2016, 07:51
Caddy wheel nuts

Last post by cassandra « 12 Oct 2016, 21:02
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by jaber » 09 Oct 2016, 14:55

Hi can anyone tell me 03 onwards caddy wheel nut size

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Last post by cassandra
12 Oct 2016, 21:02
This is nice...

Last post by Aidan « 09 Oct 2016, 12:52
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by supastar » 19 Sep 2016, 14:36

How do I work this out? I want this set up on my Doka, I've worked out that they are probably merc Slk 15s et 37 7j etc, longer bolts and studs. But...

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Last post by Aidan
09 Oct 2016, 12:52
17" alloys and no power steering

Last post by kevtherev « 01 Oct 2016, 18:33
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by quattrodave » 28 Sep 2016, 18:58

Just wondered if anyone is running 17's with no pas.
Tyre size is 225/45 x 17 and they have been on a t25 before
Thanks

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Last post by kevtherev
01 Oct 2016, 18:33
VW Steel Wheels

Last post by Drawl21 « 30 Sep 2016, 16:14
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by Drawl21 » 28 Sep 2016, 16:20

Hi all,my 87 crewcab was imported last year and came with a set of 16 inch VW steels on it,i registered it end of january,so ive been driving round...

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Last post by Drawl21
30 Sep 2016, 16:14
Help! Looking for new tyres

Last post by Ross2121 « 26 Sep 2016, 07:51
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by Ross2121 » 22 Sep 2016, 07:23

Hello Everyone

I am in search of tyres, size 225/45/17. Can someone please guide me in this regard?

Thanks!

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Last post by Ross2121
26 Sep 2016, 07:51
Tyre pressure

Last post by kevtherev « 25 Sep 2016, 15:41
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by Wesley » 25 Aug 2016, 16:33
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Hi all,

Hoping someone,somewhere can point me in the right direction please?

Van just passed mot (relief as some rust needs attention!) - however ,...
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Last post by kevtherev
25 Sep 2016, 15:41
Anyone running wheels with these sizes ?

Last post by quattrodave « 24 Sep 2016, 18:16
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by quattrodave » 22 Sep 2016, 17:58

Looking at some 15x7 wheels ET24.5 fitted with 195/70x15C tyres.
Anyone running wheels of a similar size?, just wondering if the offset is too...

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24 Sep 2016, 18:16

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