Date:         Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:33:10 -0700
Reply-To:     Shawn Wright <vwdiesels@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Shawn Wright <vwdiesels@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: WTB: 15" steel wheels near Victoria, BC
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Ok, so I'm about to spring for some 15" Eurovan wheels in about an hour, and
they are supposed to include spacers. Not sure about longer bolts - I assume
I will need some? Do I need to space both the front and rear? It sounds like
only the front is an issue for clearance at the ball joint.

I'm already running 27/8.5R14 on the rear, which are ~778 revs/mile, and
plan to get 215/75R15, which are 748 revs/mile, so I think the 4% gearing
change will be ok, as I have a 5 speed. I will need to figure out a spare
tire carrier mod, but for now, will probably just stuff a 14" spare in
there.

Looking forward to new shoes! :-)

On Thu, Jul 15, 2010 at 10:24 AM, Shawn Wright <vwdiesels@gmail.com> wrote:

> Subject says it all... I've given up trying to find decent 14" tires, so
> I'm hoping to find a set of 4 Eurovan steel wheels or similar, and will then
> go with BFG ATs in 215/75R15 size. Let me know what you have near Victoria,
> or anywhere between Victoria and Calgary...
>
> I would consider 16" or alloys if the price is right, but for my use, 15"
> steel is probably best.
>
> Thanks.
>
> --
> Shawn Wright
>
>


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Shawn Wright