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Date:         Thu, 7 Nov 2002 08:45:49 EST
Reply-To:     BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Ben T <BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: steel rims
Comments: To: Willolyn99@aol.com
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In a message dated 11/6/02 2:09:22 PM Pacific Standard Time, Willolyn99 writes:

<< Hey, I got a question..... I've thought about getting larger rims to make it easier to find tires, but alloy rims are too expensive for me and I'm not sure about their maintenance and care. Is there a 15" steel wheel that will fit my 85? (with minimal work and minimal price ;) ). Thanks! >>

sure mercedes e-class steel wheels. they have lugholes large enough to accommodate the vanagon 14 mm studs/bolts. alloy wheels are a different story. usually. only the s-class and m-class cars got 14 mm bolts. problem with those is the offset is too far off. i rercently bought a set of 15" e-class steel rims with nearly new tires and full face hubcaps for $80.

there are audi rims which can fit as well but most are hubcentric. would require too much work for most folks to clearance the centerbore.

BenT


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