Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 16

Thread: Need specs and advice re wheels.

  1. 11th October 2010, 02:02 PM #1
    charliebrisbane
    charliebrisbane is offline Master
    Join Date
    Jan 1970
    Location
    Brisbane
    Posts
    204
    Total Downloaded
    0

    Need specs and advice re wheels.

    What are the standard wheels and tyre sizes for a td5 extreme 2001 model? My mate is changing tyres and wants to know what works if he goes a bit taller or wider on the standard wheels. He'll probably go an all terrain or similar. He lives in QLD so we can only go 50mm taller by law. What are your personal experiences.

    Cheers
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  2. 11th October 2010, 02:12 PM #2
    Scouse's Avatar
    Scouse
    Scouse is offline OldBushie Gold Subscriber
    Join Date
    Jan 1970
    Location
    Douglas Park, NSW
    Posts
    9,347
    Total Downloaded
    0
    Xtremes came with 16x7" alloys with 235/85/16 tyres.
    Scott
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  3. 11th October 2010, 02:18 PM #3
    DeeJay's Avatar
    DeeJay
    DeeJay is offline TopicToaster
    Join Date
    Jan 1970
    Location
    Wheelers Hill, Melbourne
    Posts
    4,085
    Total Downloaded
    0
    If you go to 255x85x16, there will be ( minor) scrubbing on the rear spring brackets on full articulation & on the front on full lock, so offset rims -25mm would be needed.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  4. 11th October 2010, 04:43 PM #4
    spudboy's Avatar
    spudboy
    spudboy is offline Swaggie Subscriber
    Join Date
    Jan 1970
    Location
    Adelaide Hills - SA
    Posts
    12,486
    Total Downloaded
    0
    I've had 265/75s on my Defender and never noticed any rubbing etc. They are quite a bit wider and heavier than the stock tyres.

    Steering feel was pretty average, and now I have gone back to 235/85s and it feels a lot better.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  5. 11th October 2010, 04:50 PM #5
    charliebrisbane
    charliebrisbane is offline Master
    Join Date
    Jan 1970
    Location
    Brisbane
    Posts
    204
    Total Downloaded
    0
    Thanks guys that helps. I can have a bit of a look around now.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  6. 11th October 2010, 06:36 PM #6
    frantic's Avatar
    frantic
    frantic is offline ChatterBox Subscriber
    Join Date
    Nov 2008
    Location
    Illawarra
    Posts
    2,508
    Total Downloaded
    0
    Ive got a 02 def 110 wagon with 255/85 r16 maxi bighorns and they did not rub (before I put a 40mm lift on) with the original alloy wheels.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  7. 2nd November 2010, 06:40 PM #7
    2stroke Guest
    I'd like to put 255/85s on my Tdi 130 dualcab, happy with the scrubbing issue, just worried about the gearing effects, it isn't exactly great at takeoff as it is, hate to spend all that money and find the little thing struggling. Any info appreciated as I'm cashed up and ready to shop!
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  8. 2nd November 2010, 07:24 PM #8
    Naks's Avatar
    Naks
    Naks is offline Master
    Join Date
    Feb 2010
    Location
    Stellenbosch, Republic of the Western Cape, RSA
    Posts
    662
    Total Downloaded
    0
    Quote Originally Posted by spudboy View Post
    I've had 265/75s on my Defender and never noticed any rubbing etc. They are quite a bit wider and heavier than the stock tyres. Steering feel was pretty average, and now I have gone back to 235/85s and it feels a lot better.

    IME, bang for buck, 265's are the best option on a Defender. It offers good flotation on sand and good grip on rocks.

    I have BFG AT's in that size - works like a bomb
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  9. 2nd November 2010, 11:41 PM #9
    Allan
    Allan is offline Wizard
    Join Date
    Nov 2008
    Location
    Gone
    Posts
    1,329
    Total Downloaded
    0
    Quote Originally Posted by Naks View Post
    IME, bang for buck, 265's are the best option on a Defender. It offers good flotation on sand and good grip on rocks.

    I have BFG AT's in that size - works like a bomb
    265's on eight inch performance, fantastic on the td5.
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  10. 3rd November 2010, 05:34 AM #10
    rick130's Avatar
    rick130
    rick130 is offline Moderator Gold Subscriber
    Join Date
    Jan 1970
    Location
    NSW far north coast
    Posts
    17,285
    Total Downloaded
    0
    Quote Originally Posted by 2stroke View Post
    I'd like to put 255/85s on my Tdi 130 dualcab, happy with the scrubbing issue, just worried about the gearing effects, it isn't exactly great at takeoff as it is, hate to spend all that money and find the little thing struggling. Any info appreciated as I'm cashed up and ready to shop!
    Just do it, plenty of us here run that size
    Best compromise size for a 'fender IMO.

    Yes, first will be a little tardy, but IMO the rest of the gearing on the open road is better.

    If first becomes a real issue adjust the starwheel on the fuel pump, that will help a lot on starts (I can dig up the instructions, they are on here in PDF)
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast
« Availablility of Fender doors ... | DEFENDER CHIP UPGRADE »

Bookmarks

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules

Search AULRO.com ONLY!
 Search All the Web!