Date:         Sat, 26 Feb 2005 17:06:12 -0700
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Mercedes rims ET48 - bad idea?
Comments: To: Roger Donahe <deedawg@GMAIL.COM>
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On 2/25/05 15:57, "Roger Donahe" <deedawg@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

> Hello all,
>
> I have an opportunity to buy a set of Mercedes rims for my 87 Westy.
> I understand that my stock wheel is offset ET35.  These are ET48.  If
> I understand correctly this means these rims sit 13 mm inboard more
> than stock.  Is that an excessive amount?  Would I need spacers to
> move them outboard?
>
> Thanks in advance,
> -Roger Donahe
>
>
Depends on the size of tires you are going to put on and if it is a 2wd or
4wd.  13mm is about half an inch.  Look at the clearance of your tires on
the van right now at all points near the frame and suspension.  On the front
wheels check with full left and full right turns.  Personnally I would
recommend a spacer.
jimt
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