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Front wheel tyre choice

Last post by peteandnero « 10 Feb 2015, 14:23
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by peteandnero » 10 Feb 2015, 12:03

Is anyone out there bored enough to advise on my front wheel tyre choice as I think I've thought about this too much!

I've got a nice set of 16 7.5J...

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Last post by peteandnero
10 Feb 2015, 14:23
Toliman 15" 7J ET37

Last post by bikermike87 « 09 Feb 2015, 22:13
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by bikermike87 » 09 Feb 2015, 15:32

Hi,

Just been offered a nice set of these for my syncro and I'm not sure they will fit without modifications (which I don't really want to do)....

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Last post by bikermike87
09 Feb 2015, 22:13
Choice of 3 alloys - Help Please

Last post by dazzler441 « 08 Feb 2015, 17:30
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by dazzler441 » 06 Feb 2015, 20:36

Hello, after my T25 Hi-Top van has finished being resprayed next week I have been looking at 15 or 16 alloys to replace my carats. I have narrowed...

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Last post by dazzler441
08 Feb 2015, 17:30
Porsche / Merc alloys help

Last post by gtavalanche « 01 Feb 2015, 21:12
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by v6lowrider » 01 Feb 2015, 20:33

Hello I have a westy Califonia & it's time to upgrade the wheels & hit it with the lowering stick.

After a lot research reading & picture searching...

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Last post by gtavalanche
01 Feb 2015, 21:12
wheel refurb

Last post by wozza825y « 31 Jan 2015, 13:54

by wozza825y » 31 Jan 2015, 13:54

anybody used wheel em in alloy wheel refurbs in hull, need someone to diamond cut some alloys and clear coat. I am based in east yorkshire and am...

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Last post by wozza825y
31 Jan 2015, 13:54
Ford RS softline Centre Caps

Last post by Sir Brixalot « 30 Jan 2015, 23:11
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by Sir Brixalot » 24 Jan 2015, 19:34

Its a long shot but here goes. I bought a set of these wheels on here, no centre caps but I was told they's be easy to find on Ebay-they ain't! I...

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Last post by Sir Brixalot
30 Jan 2015, 23:11
205/80/16 syncro tyres

Last post by wozza825y « 29 Jan 2015, 18:22
Replies: 4
by wozza825y » 28 Jan 2015, 18:15

hi, just completed a e tdi conversion in my syncro pickup, it goes very well but as many will know it now has a lower top speed, at 50mph it is...

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Last post by wozza825y
29 Jan 2015, 18:22
porsche alloys NOW SOLD.

Last post by faggie « 28 Jan 2015, 01:28
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by smile83 » 20 Jan 2015, 14:24

:D hi i have a set of porsche d90 alloys.im not sure if im going to use them so i was wondering what they are worth.as i got them sometime ago thanks.

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Last post by faggie
28 Jan 2015, 01:28
Empi dish alloys 15"

Last post by CovKid « 27 Jan 2015, 11:27
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by G Dub52 » 22 Jan 2015, 22:03

Does anybody have empi dish alloys on their van? I've seen there on offer at JK but wondered what they look like on a T3 or if it's just plain wrong...

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Last post by CovKid
27 Jan 2015, 11:27
Merc wheels sharing how I'm fitting them

Last post by g60steve « 21 Jan 2015, 22:34
Replies: 15
by bryvw1973 » 17 Jan 2015, 21:58
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I landed myself some merc wheels and have read bits and bobs on getting them to fit.
I thought it would be worth sharing my experience to maybe make...
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Last post by g60steve
21 Jan 2015, 22:34
wheels

Last post by gary1998 « 19 Jan 2015, 01:34
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by mercman » 18 Jan 2015, 12:01

Doo t4 steel 15 inch wheels work on a t25

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Last post by gary1998
19 Jan 2015, 01:34
alloys

Last post by Smosh « 17 Jan 2015, 12:32
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by ThomChloe » 17 Jan 2015, 12:27

Hi wanting to put some alloys on my 1990 hi top but want something that will go straight on without spaces and new studs so my old spare will fit if...

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Last post by Smosh
17 Jan 2015, 12:32
Is 540KG per wheel enough

Last post by CovKid « 17 Jan 2015, 00:20
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by Sir Brixalot » 10 Jan 2015, 11:22

I've been looking for a replacement alloy to match my existing but nothings turned up. From some reasonably priced wheels as a stop gap - right...

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Last post by CovKid
17 Jan 2015, 00:20
Porsche Boxster alloys

Last post by Budgie7 « 16 Jan 2015, 19:21
Replies: 10
by Budgie7 » 15 Jan 2015, 22:42

Thinking of changing my Porsche rims for something different, cause I am going the smaller bumper route aswell,
But every time I speak to someone...

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Last post by Budgie7
16 Jan 2015, 19:21
Winter tyres

Last post by Ian and Lins « 08 Jan 2015, 19:17
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by woodguru » 05 Jan 2015, 18:46

Is anyone on here running their T25 on winter tyres ?? I've tried several places and got told you can't get winter tyres that size for a van ??

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Last post by Ian and Lins
08 Jan 2015, 19:17
same question probably

Last post by boxer « 04 Jan 2015, 20:08
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by boxer » 04 Jan 2015, 17:07

Just got hold of a set of audi a4 b5 ten spoke wheels. I know that I need to get the centres machined. What spacers are people running with these, is...

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Last post by boxer
04 Jan 2015, 20:08
Got bored with my old Borbet A's

Last post by donciuz « 04 Jan 2015, 10:22
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by donciuz » 04 Jan 2015, 10:09

Hi. I was running a set of 16 inch borbet a's. One day I came across a set of 18 inch ones and had to buy them. They are all 8.5 inch wide and 18...

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Last post by donciuz
04 Jan 2015, 10:22
think i'm right

Last post by rallye69 « 01 Jan 2015, 16:06
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by rallye69 » 01 Jan 2015, 14:41

bought these recently off fleabay, had them cleaned & powder coated, et is 45 so is it a 10mm spacer?
they come with original plastic caps that now...

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Last post by rallye69
01 Jan 2015, 16:06
Replacing VW wheels on campervan

Last post by wbmkk « 24 Dec 2014, 17:30
Replies: 5
by wbmkk » 23 Dec 2014, 15:41

I have a T25 Westfalia California (1989) and think the tyres at the front are getting a little near the limit. The wheels are the standard ‘original’...

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Last post by wbmkk
24 Dec 2014, 17:30
How big is too big? Audi A5 wheels

Last post by AdrianC « 14 Dec 2014, 20:01
Replies: 21
by Smiffo » 29 Jun 2014, 16:42
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Afternoon all.

My search for alloy wheels started with looking at all PCD 112 cars, and extended to approximate offset and size.

My question is...
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Last post by AdrianC
14 Dec 2014, 20:01
Borbet fitting. Question about me nuts.

Last post by donciuz « 24 Nov 2014, 22:37
Replies: 6
by bradders89 » 02 Jun 2014, 21:33

I've got a set of borbet A's and on test fitting the rims the wheel nuts I have stop the center cap fitting on. Is it safe to cut the nuts down, or...

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Last post by donciuz
24 Nov 2014, 22:37
rechroming hubcaps

Last post by CovKid « 24 Nov 2014, 21:17
Replies: 4
by fazzer » 19 Nov 2014, 21:30

has anyone had genuine hubcaps rechromed,i don't want to buy inferior expensive repros that will be rusty in no time.would like to know what it cost...

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Last post by CovKid
24 Nov 2014, 21:17
Mixing tyres question

Last post by WLC « 23 Nov 2014, 22:35
Replies: 15
by dekhelia » 18 Sep 2014, 10:37
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In an attempt to get slightly taller gearing, I've bought a pair of 215/80/14 tyres for the rear axle. The fronts will be standard 185/65/14s. I'm...
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Last post by WLC
23 Nov 2014, 22:35
Steering geometry. Who knows what they are doing?

Last post by toolsntat « 23 Nov 2014, 10:08
Replies: 12
by toolsntat » 12 Nov 2014, 22:52

Well yes I know about Brickwerks but there must be some one more local to Hinckley who understands whats required and can do the job right first...

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Last post by toolsntat
23 Nov 2014, 10:08
Strange one

Last post by scottbott « 15 Nov 2014, 20:55
Replies: 2
by biker1981 » 09 Nov 2014, 17:29

I have been offered some 19 inch M3 wheels from the e46

Just wondered if they will fit my t25 just they are like new with new tyres and best their...

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Last post by scottbott
15 Nov 2014, 20:55
Another dumb question (probably)

Last post by kit « 03 Nov 2014, 16:21
Replies: 7
by kit » 01 Nov 2014, 18:48

I like the way my van handles with stock wheels and tyres steering is light enough and road holding is as good as you might expect, so would fitting...

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Last post by kit
03 Nov 2014, 16:21
Tyres

Last post by bigherb « 29 Oct 2014, 13:21
Replies: 6
by Dougie88 » 24 Oct 2014, 14:52

Hi I was just wondering if anyone has ever fitted heavy duty 8 ply tyres to their bus?
They are normally used on vans which are carrying a lot of...

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Last post by bigherb
29 Oct 2014, 13:21
SSP Custom Wheels

Last post by kevtherev « 29 Oct 2014, 12:54
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by garrytheskate » 28 Oct 2014, 10:03

'84 T25 1.9 petrol camper
My van has SSP chrome wheels. What I would like to know is the torque figure for the wheel nuts & bolts.
Thanks

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Last post by kevtherev
29 Oct 2014, 12:54
How much Hammerite?

Last post by CovKid « 26 Oct 2014, 16:28
Replies: 8
by ticket2ride » 05 Oct 2014, 06:45

Hi,

How much Hammerite would I need to paint 4 wheels? Would 250ml do it or would I need 750?

Do I need the galvanised version?

What's the...

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Last post by CovKid
26 Oct 2014, 16:28
Wheels

Last post by lodgey62 « 22 Oct 2014, 16:19
Replies: 4
by lodgey62 » 21 Oct 2014, 21:53

Anyone know if Audi TT rims will go on to a T25? Tyre sizes 205x55x16

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Last post by lodgey62
22 Oct 2014, 16:19
Solving the body roll on a westy hightop

Last post by Devon Pete « 20 Oct 2014, 20:45
Replies: 5
by Devon Pete » 12 Jun 2014, 21:57

Hi all, I have a Westy California Hightop. It's currently undergoing body resto, but I'm also keen to try and solve the body roll issues. Currently...

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Last post by Devon Pete
20 Oct 2014, 20:45
Hub stud removal

Last post by mrhutch « 14 Oct 2014, 22:51
Replies: 4
by ticket2ride » 02 Sep 2014, 11:58

How do you remove hub studs? Whack em with a hammer?

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Last post by mrhutch
14 Oct 2014, 22:51
what wheels?, now confused.,

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 14 Oct 2014, 09:26
Replies: 11
by dr jones » 04 May 2011, 19:12

hi, need to start looking at a set of wheels to fit to a standard 2wd bus, i think we need a tyre size of 205 or 195 70 15, to gain a slightly larger...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
14 Oct 2014, 09:26
Loud droning noise whilst driving

Last post by fazzer « 13 Oct 2014, 18:54
Replies: 6
by djhammy » 03 Oct 2014, 21:30

Hi folks for the last few weeks I've noticed a whirring droning noise as i drive that gets more pronounced the faster i go.

Seems to be coming up...

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Last post by fazzer
13 Oct 2014, 18:54
Audi s2 wheels need help

Last post by josian30 « 08 Oct 2014, 20:48
Replies: 2
by josian30 » 08 Oct 2014, 20:22

Hi
I have fitted some Audi s2 wheels to my 1982 t3 and used spacers on the front with longer bolts which work a treat however the back ones I'm...

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Last post by josian30
08 Oct 2014, 20:48
Tyre pressures for Carrat alloys with 205/80/14 tyres

Last post by marlinowner « 07 Oct 2014, 14:50
Replies: 4
by ghost123uk » 07 Oct 2014, 08:26

I was just reading Baxters thread on tyre pressure stickers he sells for the serious restoration types. It reminded me that my van only has pressures...

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Last post by marlinowner
07 Oct 2014, 14:50
195/80/15 tyres will they fit?

Last post by sciroccotune « 03 Oct 2014, 22:44
Replies: 3
by sciroccotune » 24 Aug 2014, 16:03

Hi guys,

Well fresh back from another good trip to the lakes and I was thinking about some tyres slightly more suited to damp grass than my current...

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Last post by sciroccotune
03 Oct 2014, 22:44
Fitting Mercedes alloys with M12 holes

Last post by shepster « 03 Oct 2014, 14:48
Replies: 3
by Waynerrr » 27 Sep 2014, 13:58

I bought some Merc wheels at Busfest that had come straight of a T25 , only to find they were M12 holes. I'm prepared to drill them out to 14mm and...

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Last post by shepster
03 Oct 2014, 14:48
Opinions, advice, and criticism please.

Last post by kit « 02 Oct 2014, 19:51
Replies: 4
by kit » 30 Sep 2014, 21:33

I have just bought these and although they are Mercedes they have Ronal stamped inside?
They are supposed to be ET 30 however on inspection only the...

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Last post by kit
02 Oct 2014, 19:51
Identification Help please

Last post by kit « 29 Sep 2014, 16:52
Replies: 3
by kit » 28 Sep 2014, 20:33

Does anyone know if these are standard hubs or as the guy thinks syncro? Was thinking this may be a good buy ready for fitting new wheels, thanks?...

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Last post by kit
29 Sep 2014, 16:52
Front spare wheel carrier

Last post by poshbuggers « 24 Sep 2014, 18:20
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by marlinowner » 24 Sep 2014, 13:26

Any thoughts on this spare wheel carrier that bolts onto the front bumper?

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Last post by poshbuggers
24 Sep 2014, 18:20
would these really fit without spacers etc ?

Last post by kit « 23 Sep 2014, 22:04
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by sternal » 22 Sep 2014, 15:38

just asking and would they be safe etc

someone on here maybe interested...

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Last post by kit
23 Sep 2014, 22:04
Granny alloy wheel nuts?

Last post by scottbott « 22 Sep 2014, 18:50
Replies: 1
by pinpointer01 » 22 Sep 2014, 15:13

Hi All,
I,m fitting Granada scorpio alloys to my T3, and need to get suitable wheel nuts for these wheels as the original vw nuts seem to small for...

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Last post by scottbott
22 Sep 2014, 18:50
17" porsche boxter twist alloys et 50 fronts and 55 rear

Last post by Jas1977 « 22 Sep 2014, 14:39
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by gradge » 16 Sep 2014, 09:04

Hi Guys.
ive just got myself 17 porsche boxer twist alloys. and 25 mm adapters from brickwerks ive also got myself 215.55.r17 xl and 225.55.r17 xl...

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Last post by Jas1977
22 Sep 2014, 14:39
Anyone have experience of these wheel adaptors (Bulldog)?

Last post by faggie « 20 Sep 2014, 18:45
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by Jas1977 » 05 Sep 2014, 08:54

Hi,

As in the title really. Does anyone have any experience of using these adaptors?

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Thanks

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Last post by faggie
20 Sep 2014, 18:45
Can't fit the spare wheel under the van !!!!!

Last post by CovKid « 12 Sep 2014, 18:03
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by dazzler441 » 02 Aug 2014, 16:14

I have a set of 14 Carat's on the van including a spare, I was doing routine maintenance and checked the spare wheel for pressure etc and noticed...

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Last post by CovKid
12 Sep 2014, 18:03
Ford Alloys figment requirements

Last post by MattBW « 10 Sep 2014, 12:56
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by MattBW » 08 Sep 2014, 22:17

I've got a set of these and I'm told they will fit a t25 without too much to trouble.

Anyone fitting any and know what I need to do to use them? Or...

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Last post by MattBW
10 Sep 2014, 12:56
ok another wheel question

Last post by chapperss « 10 Sep 2014, 12:13
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by gary1998 » 19 Jul 2014, 00:19

just picked up some bigger alloys being after these ones for a while they were cheep (and the excat ones i wanted)
so had them will need bigger...

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Last post by chapperss
10 Sep 2014, 12:13
How old are your tyres

Last post by R0B « 09 Sep 2014, 17:35

by R0B » 09 Sep 2014, 17:35

Always worth checking.
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09 Sep 2014, 17:35

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