Date:         Sat, 9 Dec 2006 10:51:53 -0800
Reply-To:     Evan Mac Donald <macdonald1987@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         Evan Mac Donald <macdonald1987@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: Wheels and Tires
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BE CAREFUL! calculating the ET or "offset" is based on two measurements, not just one. The width of the rim at the bead, AND the distance from bead centerline to rim mating face!You need different offsets for different width wheels. A 5.5 width will differ from a 6.0 will differ from a 6.5...

Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:   Look at the back side of the wheel for the ET #. This is the offset and
stock is 30, mine are 23 and fit very well, and are 16". As BenT has said, I
think you can use up to 45 without problems. As Chris suggests, a 215/65-16
(the size I'm using) is a good sized tire for the 16" set up. It usually
results in about a 27" diameter, which is about 1.3" over stock so it does
"hit" your power/torque. Essentially changes the gearing at the road and
this is noticeable on 90hp motors.
Some pix here of the van/wheels:
http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare/87westysyncro.msnw
Bob Stevens
'87 Westy Syncro
"Passion Fruit"

In a message dated 12/9/06 11:10:50 AM Eastern Standard Time,
jack007@COMCAST.NET writes:
> I was offered a "Free" Set of 16" RIMS that are a direct bolt on, and
> wondered if that would be a good move to take and if so which tires and
size
> should I go with?
>
215-65-16

i have 215-75-16 on my doka..and they dont rub.. but then its a '85
(highest
ride height year for 2wd) and not a heavy westy...


chris