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  1. 9th December 2015, 02:53 PM #21
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    G'day guys,

    I'm almost sorted. The array of options is mind-boggling, but I think I'm pretty close to pulling the trigger.

    The wheels/hubs/etc. are still a bit of a sticking point for me and I'm wondering where you guys recommend I look to source suitable wheels.

    Is there a cheap source for Defender alloys? I'd be after three (ideally). Alternatively I'd go for Defender steelies, but then they're not interchangeable with the vehicle (not if I want to keep things even all 'round) so it kind of defeats the purpose. What do you guys reckon?

    If I just go with the manufacturer's spec'ed gear I'm looking at $605 for two new wheels and tyres and $308 for second hand. It can't be that much more for me to supply my own.
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  2. 13th December 2015, 12:56 PM #22
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    Gavinbrow has a set of Defender alloys,but they are over east.
    Depending on the hubs they use you may run into issues with them not fitting over the hub nose,Gavin had the same issue.
    Defender steel rims may be the go,still interchangeable to the Deefer if need be,the alloy wheelnuts have the chamfer to enable them to be used on a steel wheel if need be.
    I wouldnt have thought steel rims off new Defenders were rare.If you look in the Vendors section there was a parts person from Barbagallos posting,see what he can do,they should have them available ex new Defers.
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  3. 13th December 2015, 01:40 PM #23
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    If you live north of Perth give Peter at Rolliston Engineering in Wangara a call.Some 20 years ago they made a trailer for me,off road,could carry 2x44gallons side by side,a fishing freezer,dinghy rack and racks for 4 jerrycans.Strong as,they had previously made trailers for the Army.Since those days I see they have grown considerably but may still have designs on their CAD program.
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