Keep in mind that increasing the = tire size will reduce acceleration and hill climbing ability. Also, the same = effect will reduce the effectiveness of the brakes. You can now get tires that = are 2 or 3 inches larger than stock to fit on your wheels, (225/70 or 225/75-14). Try those first before spending money on = wheels.

Dennis

-----Original = Message-----
From: Mark Flynn <mflynn@LOUISA.NET>
To: = Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Dat= e: Saturday, August 01, 1998 2:53 PM
Subject: Oversize = wheels for Syncro

I know there's been discussion, = but couldn't find the info in the archives. SO

What aftermarket wheels are = available in 15" or 16" for a '90 Syncro?

I'm looking to decrease the engine speed for = given road speed, ie, change the final ratios.

Mark Flynn
Louisa, VA