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Wheel painting/prep/masking

Last post by MagicWagon « 30 Mar 2016, 19:37
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by MagicWagon » 15 Mar 2016, 09:59

I have just bought some new shiny hubcaps and intend to paint my wheels body colour (Pastel white) as I think the van in the photo below looks great....

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Last post by MagicWagon
30 Mar 2016, 19:37
Jacking advice

Last post by paperhouselad « 30 Mar 2016, 07:07
Replies: 14
by stevelane » 18 Mar 2016, 07:51

Not had my T25 for long. I need to remove each of the wheels, one at a time, and leave the van on axel stands overnight whilst I paint each one....

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Last post by paperhouselad
30 Mar 2016, 07:07
Largest size to fit carrier?

Last post by California Dreamin « 28 Mar 2016, 20:11
Replies: 18
by badgerfax » 29 Dec 2015, 11:24
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Morning all, Sorry if this has been asked before, just could not find definitive answer.

Lots of people go for a larger wheel & tyre size and I am...
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Last post by California Dreamin
28 Mar 2016, 20:11
Sliding door will hit new wheels. Help needed.

Last post by Rustychops « 19 Mar 2016, 11:04
Replies: 40
by Rustychops » 14 Mar 2016, 15:39
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Hi all, I am in the process of putting new wheels on my t25 84 b reg.
I still have to fit new longer rear studs in order for them to work but I did...
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Last post by Rustychops
19 Mar 2016, 11:04
New wheels

Last post by poshbuggers « 18 Mar 2016, 14:36
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by WKDDOUGSTAR » 16 Mar 2016, 20:14

Hi guys and gals thinking of getting a new set of alloy wheels for my van I currently have 17 ones on my van but Thinking 18s.they are vw r32 alloys...

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Last post by poshbuggers
18 Mar 2016, 14:36
To hubcap or not to hubcap?

Last post by DevonMark « 11 Mar 2016, 09:24
Replies: 43
by Emma&Al » 13 Jan 2016, 19:11
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So I've not had hubcaps for years now. Which means I have black wheel rims which are a bit rusty and naff looking.
I seem to have bad luck with...
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Last post by DevonMark
11 Mar 2016, 09:24
Bought these wheels will they fit Help :( 7J X 15 H2 5/112

Last post by garry247 « 02 Mar 2016, 15:57
Replies: 13
by garry247 » 24 Feb 2016, 20:23

They are 7J X 15 H2

I believe the offset is 35 and the stud pattern is 5/112.

Also what tyre size do i need, do i need extenders or larger bolts....

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Last post by garry247
02 Mar 2016, 15:57
Here is a Great site for end caps. What size bolts though.

Last post by garry247 « 01 Mar 2016, 12:25

by garry247 » 01 Mar 2016, 12:25

So I know the diameter for the centre.

I have found a site for cheap 66m caps.
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I know that my 35...

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Last post by garry247
01 Mar 2016, 12:25
Penta wheels fitting!

Last post by Deanvolkswagen1 « 24 Feb 2016, 11:30

by Deanvolkswagen1 » 24 Feb 2016, 11:30

I have a set of Penta alloys size 14 , and was wondering if anybody would know the size/type of wheels nuts and bolts that would be required to fit...

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Last post by Deanvolkswagen1
24 Feb 2016, 11:30
How much are Vredestein Winter tyres worth please?

Last post by lodgey62 « 23 Feb 2016, 21:33
Replies: 3
by Cat&Squirrel » 23 Feb 2016, 20:41

Hi there,

I have 5 of these, tread is good on 4, and more wear on 1. On the actual tyre they say:

185/65r14 102/100n Vredestein Snow

I can't seem...

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Last post by lodgey62
23 Feb 2016, 21:33
Tyre advice please

Last post by kevtherev « 21 Feb 2016, 17:40
Replies: 5
by Sailsy » 30 Jan 2016, 11:21

Hi all,

Now I have got the engine running ok on the van (after 5 months of struggle and a carb rebuild) I need to replace all 4 tyres. The guy I...

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Last post by kevtherev
21 Feb 2016, 17:40
All terrain tyres?

Last post by California Dreamin « 20 Feb 2016, 17:26
Replies: 8
by oliverdavitt » 31 Jan 2016, 11:23

Hey Guys,

I was thinking about putting all terrain tyres on my camper. I have a 1.9 high top leisure drive at the standard height with the standard...

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Last post by California Dreamin
20 Feb 2016, 17:26
Toying with the idea, whats the benefits?

Last post by R0B « 20 Feb 2016, 17:13
Replies: 13
by G Dub52 » 20 Jan 2016, 11:07

Hello!

I have been offered a set of Empi wheels with bigger tyres on the back then on the front.

Does this offer any improvement or is it just to...

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Last post by R0B
20 Feb 2016, 17:13
Another tyre question for 9x16

Last post by silverbullet « 11 Feb 2016, 20:24
Replies: 7
by bradders89 » 08 Feb 2016, 21:35

I have 9x16 on the rear running 245/45/16 at the moment. I need some new rubber but the 245s aren't cheap at £101 for toyos or £115 for continentals...

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Last post by silverbullet
11 Feb 2016, 20:24
Just about to buy from Blackcircles - need quick advice!

Last post by Emma&Al « 04 Feb 2016, 17:39
Replies: 25
by Emma&Al » 02 Feb 2016, 18:40
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I currently have 2 tyres at 205/70/R14 and 2 at 195/R14 C

Just about to book in with Blackcircles and want to check I'm getting the right ones...
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Last post by Emma&Al
04 Feb 2016, 17:39
Tracking in London

Last post by Ralf85 « 30 Jan 2016, 18:35
Replies: 8
by Blaizefed » 28 Jan 2016, 19:52

Right gents, I am pulling my hair out now. I have an 86 westy, and my front camber is out. Its wearing tires on the inside edge. Had the fronts...

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Last post by Ralf85
30 Jan 2016, 18:35
Borbet A wheels.... will they fit

Last post by donciuz « 27 Jan 2016, 07:25
Replies: 3
by Gary.pb » 20 Jan 2016, 23:44

I've been offered a set of borbet A alloys for my van for a reasonable price. The wheel size are as follows 17inch, 5x112 pattern. 4x7,5J offset 30....

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Last post by donciuz
27 Jan 2016, 07:25
Aspect Ratio!

Last post by kevtherev « 26 Jan 2016, 21:07
Replies: 12
by AlandAnn » 15 Jan 2016, 20:57

Can anyone confirm if I can downsize my tires from the standard 185/75/14 to 185/65/14 using the same wheels ?
I understand that the Speedo will...

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Last post by kevtherev
26 Jan 2016, 21:07
T4 wheel Fitment to T25

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Jan 2016, 20:19
Replies: 5
by bilbothebrave » 18 Jan 2016, 11:19

Hi looking for some advice please
Can I fit a set of alloy wheels that have fitment for a T4 to a T25

Heres the spec on the wheels

Material Alloy...

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Last post by silverbullet
22 Jan 2016, 20:19
Nankang tyres v Dunlop

Last post by CovKid « 20 Jan 2016, 06:38
Replies: 4
by onc onc » 01 Jan 2016, 09:26

Well I fitted my new wheels (15 in Mefro's) with Nankang CW20 tyres. Anyone else tried these. I previously had Dunlop on the 14in steels but driving...

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Last post by CovKid
20 Jan 2016, 06:38
wheel cleaning

Last post by greasemonkey « 16 Jan 2016, 08:11
Replies: 12
by Jeff J » 12 Jan 2016, 15:14

Can anyone recommend a good product for cleaning alloy wheels? Thanks

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Last post by greasemonkey
16 Jan 2016, 08:11
Anyone running AT tyres on a 2wd ?

Last post by brandygangster « 15 Jan 2016, 18:35
Replies: 2
by brandygangster » 15 Jan 2016, 16:00

Hi Guys

Just wondering if anyone is running on all terrain tyres on a 2wd, and how big you can go without a spring lift ? I currently run 16inch...

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Last post by brandygangster
15 Jan 2016, 18:35
bearings

Last post by boatbuilder « 11 Jan 2016, 12:42
Replies: 13
by WoodyKitson » 25 Aug 2015, 11:54

Hello all,

I have just bought my first ever VW van - T25 1984 caravelle :-)
The front bearing is dry and has gone and I am happy to do them myself...

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Last post by boatbuilder
11 Jan 2016, 12:42
Wheel help

Last post by crazymilk « 03 Jan 2016, 17:36

by crazymilk » 03 Jan 2016, 17:36

I know I will get shot down in flames for this but please humour me as I know the downsides etc however I will ask anyway

I am looking at some 19...

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Last post by crazymilk
03 Jan 2016, 17:36
Tolliman merc sizes

Last post by waltraud « 01 Jan 2016, 11:59

by waltraud » 01 Jan 2016, 11:59

Does anyone run tolliman alloys in 15 by 7 et 37? Wondered if the ET works or needs any spacer? I know they fit in other respects but need correct...

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Last post by waltraud
01 Jan 2016, 11:59
Fitting calibre vintage wheels

Last post by CovKid « 23 Dec 2015, 08:53
Replies: 10
by Greendeck123 » 09 Nov 2015, 13:30

Hi folks, was wondering if anyone could give me some advice. Looking to get some calibre vintage alloys in 17 to fit to my 1982 transporter. I have...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Dec 2015, 08:53
tyres probably a silly question

Last post by CovKid « 23 Dec 2015, 07:03
Replies: 7
by onc onc » 08 Dec 2015, 13:03

Hi all just a quick one are all 205 70r 15 tyres the same diameter. Or are all terrain tyres larger than normal road tyres of the same size. Cheers.

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Last post by CovKid
23 Dec 2015, 07:03
mefro wheel nuts

Last post by irishkeet « 22 Dec 2015, 16:52
Replies: 1
by wozza825y » 19 Dec 2015, 22:25

just bought some mefro wheels and just wanted to know if people bother getting the correct 12mm radius nuts or just stay with the vw nuts, cheers...

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Last post by irishkeet
22 Dec 2015, 16:52
Alloy Wheel Size confirmation

Last post by kevtherev « 18 Dec 2015, 16:21
Replies: 2
by markd » 15 Dec 2015, 11:33

Can anyone please confirm that this size wheel fits, i have spent last two days looking at sizes and believe this fits ?

Rim Width: 7
Material:...

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Last post by kevtherev
18 Dec 2015, 16:21
wider tyres

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 17 Dec 2015, 18:20
Replies: 7
by Sir Brixalot » 15 Dec 2015, 19:26

I've got 15 empi type wheels on. My current tyres are 195s but I can go to 215 wide. As I'm looking at buying winter tyres my thinking is that wider...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
17 Dec 2015, 18:20
alloy wheel confusion

Last post by markd « 15 Dec 2015, 10:06
Replies: 8
by markd » 11 Dec 2015, 15:23

Have been reading the posts on here regarding alloy wheels for t25 and really is a minefield

was about to buy some wheels offered by vw heritage...

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Last post by markd
15 Dec 2015, 10:06
Alloy Wheel

Last post by Wear Sunscreen « 14 Dec 2015, 16:59
Replies: 2
by Wear Sunscreen » 14 Dec 2015, 16:50

Hi all
I'm trying to source a Porsche alloy wheel, photo attached. Also has anyone any idea of the design name?

Many thanks

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Last post by Wear Sunscreen
14 Dec 2015, 16:59
Hub caps

Last post by kevtherev « 08 Dec 2015, 20:32
Replies: 1
by ssdt » 23 Nov 2015, 17:40

Just watching Ed China fettling a Messerschmitt micro car and a very skilled guy making new hub caps .For you purists out there it surely can't be...

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Last post by kevtherev
08 Dec 2015, 20:32
spacer behind the drum

Last post by Mickeyw92 « 03 Dec 2015, 13:50
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by Mickeyw92 » 19 Nov 2015, 20:59

hi guys, im new to the forum so please be gentle!

I recently bought a 1986 t25 autosleeper trident, and i absolutely love it. however it has a few...

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Last post by Mickeyw92
03 Dec 2015, 13:50
Paint Code for Standard Steel Wheels

Last post by cherrydocs « 28 Nov 2015, 21:47
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by cherrydocs » 03 Nov 2015, 10:30

I'm looking to get my standard rims refinished and was wondering if anyone knows the correct paint code for the silver they came in. The next...

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Last post by cherrydocs
28 Nov 2015, 21:47
Have I dropped a ball , borbet Wheels

Last post by renny « 28 Nov 2015, 15:58
Replies: 8
by renny » 27 Nov 2015, 16:57

I just bid and won a set of four bmw 15 5x120 7jx15 etc 35 deep dish retro style wheels .to be honest Iv got excited and bid when I actually don't...

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Last post by renny
28 Nov 2015, 15:58
Merc wheels..

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 28 Nov 2015, 07:25
Replies: 3
by Greendeck123 » 11 Nov 2015, 09:34

I have come across some Mercedes Barock wheels, they are 14 6j et30.
Would these go straight on a t25 with no modification? Can is very nearly out of...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
28 Nov 2015, 07:25
tyre rating

Last post by marlinowner « 24 Nov 2015, 18:39
Replies: 6
by jas915 » 23 Nov 2015, 17:50

Hi just a quick question as cant find a concise answer, would 97T XL rated tyres be ok/ legal for a T25?

thanks in advance Jason

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Last post by marlinowner
24 Nov 2015, 18:39
7jx15 rims

Last post by CovKid « 21 Nov 2015, 19:45
Replies: 5
by Al Housman » 10 Nov 2015, 10:41

I have a couple of Merc rims (2104000702 ET37 7Jx15) which I'm thinking of using on my Doka to take some Maxxis MT tyres.(Spares for when it gets...

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Last post by CovKid
21 Nov 2015, 19:45
Pulling to one side

Last post by silverbullet « 20 Nov 2015, 20:13
Replies: 6
by mikeytar3 » 17 Nov 2015, 15:24

Last week the van started to pull gently to the right. If left untouched the steering wheel will slowly turn and send the van into a gentle right...

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Last post by silverbullet
20 Nov 2015, 20:13
Best place to sort a flat tire?

Last post by tforturton « 19 Nov 2015, 12:47
Replies: 6
by iamtheactor » 18 Nov 2015, 23:32

Hi guys - my t25 is not only my first camper, but my first 4 wheel vehical so here comes a complete newbie question!

I've sprung my first flat tire....

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Last post by tforturton
19 Nov 2015, 12:47
Anyone with 17" Porsche Cup wheels? please help

Last post by faggie « 09 Nov 2015, 23:01
Replies: 5
by golf301 » 23 Mar 2013, 10:59

Hi all, I really want to fit a set of 17 Porsche cup wheels to my Blue star and I am wondering if anyone with these wheels can tell me what size...

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Last post by faggie
09 Nov 2015, 23:01
What Merc steels and tyres will fit.

Last post by onc onc « 04 Nov 2015, 20:43

by onc onc » 04 Nov 2015, 20:43

Hi all, I'm thinking of putting 15in Mercedes steel wheels on. I'm running standard 14in at the moment with a 40mm drop. However I'm now thinking...

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Last post by onc onc
04 Nov 2015, 20:43
15" mefro Steels - Tyre & Fixings Advice Please

Last post by crazydiamond « 04 Nov 2015, 13:48
Replies: 19
by irishkeet » 30 Oct 2015, 11:10
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Im thinking of 15 mefro's for the van instead of the 14 Syncro steels but I'm a bit unsure of a few things. I have done a fair bit of searching &...
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Last post by crazydiamond
04 Nov 2015, 13:48
Will arc alurads straight replace carats?

Last post by Middle29 « 30 Oct 2015, 20:05
Replies: 7
by Middle29 » 29 Oct 2015, 07:13

I want to buy some Arc alurad 15 7j 5 x 112 AMG wheels. I currently have what I think are carat 14 originals with 195/75/r14c tyres on them on an...

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Last post by Middle29
30 Oct 2015, 20:05
rover p6 hubcaps?

Last post by boatbuilder « 27 Oct 2015, 19:46
Replies: 6
by normal rules » 16 Sep 2015, 20:33

are they are straight fit onto standard size steelies?

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Last post by boatbuilder
27 Oct 2015, 19:46
Bigger wheel diameter

Last post by CovKid « 23 Oct 2015, 11:23
Replies: 12
by Laws1974 » 04 Oct 2015, 19:17

I'm after some advice on changing my wheels and tyres so the the vans rpm is lower and the gears a bit longer.
Instead of gear box work! I have...

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Last post by CovKid
23 Oct 2015, 11:23
Hubcaps

Last post by Moonrakers « 19 Oct 2015, 17:15
Replies: 4
by Simon james » 10 Oct 2015, 16:50

Hi there
Ive got a 1981 westy can anyone tell me where to by new hubcaps or should i hane my old ones re chromed
I have heard you can have them in...

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Last post by Moonrakers
19 Oct 2015, 17:15
Offset of 'new' T25 alloys

Last post by Chapmac « 15 Oct 2015, 20:02
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by 156silver » 18 Aug 2015, 12:49

Good Afternoon,
I've been looking at all of the 'new' 14/15 T25 alloy wheels on offer from EMPI, JBW, FLAT4, SSP, etc and they all seem to have an...

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Last post by Chapmac
15 Oct 2015, 20:02
195 R14 C or 205 70 R 14?

Last post by Emma&Al « 14 Oct 2015, 20:43
Replies: 5
by Emma&Al » 14 Oct 2015, 10:09

I have 2 x 195R14C tires on my van and 2 x 205 70 R 14 tires...

which are the correct ones? I have a baldish tire to the front that needs changing...

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Last post by Emma&Al
14 Oct 2015, 20:43

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