Offset Rims

[Michael2]

Any ideas about where I can get wheels off set in Melb's East. Or does anyone have any for sale.

Also ideas on fitting dual shocks to the front of a series Landy.

I've decided to remove the hydraulic ram style power steering from my SIII Land Rover. This system is off a 1970 Ford Falcon and is similar to the type sold by Ti-Console for Land Rovers in Europe.

The reach of the hydraulic ram in the p/s prevented the turning circle from being improved.

Now I'd like to slightly offset my rims to get the optimal turning circle.

WHY? The ram style p/s does not give you the same feel for the road as modern power steering systems. (think of a tractor). My p/s sprung a leak (it's a recurrent problem that needs better hose ends) on a recent trip to the little desert. I found driving in soft sand with 30psi (half my normal tyre pressure) was still quite easy. I'm trying to prepare the vehicle for a Simpson desert trip next year and figure simlicity is easier.

Any offers over $50 for the whole power steering set up, including a spare ram will be considered favourably.

I'll copy this post to the For Sale forum, but advice on shocks and wheels is sought here.

[HSVRangie]

Ajax wheeels.

Eastern wheel works.

Rebel wheels batesford (I think) near Geelong.

Michael.

[DaveG]

Got mine done at Ajax Wheels in Moorabbin. They made some 10x15" for me using the original cookie cutter centres.

Cheers,
Dave

[Spadge07]

AJAX in Moorabbin are great - did a set of 16"x9" for me with original rangie centres offset with a double lip/bead outer. Also did some reverse disco rims for my mate. Definitely recommended.

[PSI250]

yep another one here recommending AJAX!!

Contact details can be found in the Vic recommended suppliers section.

[Michael2]

well I'd better give them a call then. What's a ball park figure for getting a set of wheels done :?: :?:

[PSI250]

from what i remember Eastern WW was around the $100-110 mark per rim and i think Ajax was at least $10 cheaper per rim.

[Michael2]

wow :!: 8O

did any land rovers come out with rims that were more offset than the standard SIII LWB rims?

County, 130, anything perhaps. It might be cheaper to buy a set of rims :!: :!:

[HSVRangie]

to reverse a disco wheel 45-50 dollars.

fit 8 inch rim to your centre $100-120

new wheel custom offset wect $190-200

MIchael.