Date:         Thu, 11 Jan 2001 18:12:21 EST
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From:         KENWILFY@AOL.COM
Subject:      Re: 15" Vanagon Wheel Deals!
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In a message dated 1/11/2001 2:21:29 PM Eastern Standard Time,
derekdrew@rcn.com writes:


> Can we get the ET info on these two rims?
>
> Also, do you have load rating data on these two rims so we know which is
> stronger?
>
> The information on load rating is relevant to those of us who like to smash
> around overloaded.
>

OK, both rims are 15 " diameter x 6.5" wide (this is where the tire seats).
The ET on them is 30.  Now as far as load rating data, I don't know what to
tell you.  There are some other numbers cast on the rims beside the part
numbers but I don't know if any of them would be a load rating (in other
words what would this look like on a rim).  All I do know is that these rims
were made by VW for Vanagons in South Africa.  They are made for Vans with
the heavier 5-cylinder engines in the back and bigger brakes in the front.
The roads over there are not too great so I would imagine that they are setup
to withstand the normal abuse level of potholes, etc.  Any help you can give
in establishing a load limit on these.

Thanks,
Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com
Phone: (856)-765-1583
Fax: (856)-327-2242

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