I've currently got some Speedline Chrono alloys (ET 55) but would like to fit a 4 pot brake conversion in the future (maybe the Godspeed one). I dont fancy changing the alloys as i actually really like the look of them (and haven't got the funds for the Scoobysport Brembo/AP kit at the mo). So does anybody have any experiences or thoughts on fitting maybe a 10mm spacer (or something along those lines). I know several wheel/tyre shops that have said that fitting a spacer is not a problem. Do you agree, if not what are the down sides?

Cheers,

Tony.

 

Tony, using spacers is a bad idea (just don't feel happy about them). But are you sure you need them?

If you need 10mm, you will also get into all sorts of other problems. Your off-set will be reduced to 45mm which will mean the rear tyres rubbing on the arches. ET48 is the lowest you can get away with, and ET50 to be safe. Standard wheels are ET53.

You will also need longer studs which are expensive.

Apart from that, no probs then! Sorry

Richard.

 

I'm glad someones brought this up because i was thinking about it for my UK300. I don't need them for any other reason except for filling the arches a bit

My wheels are a 55 offset and Pete Croney's wheels are 48 so if i had a 7mm spacer and longer studs i can't see there being a problem? right or wrong

Scott

 

Hi all,
IMHO if you need spacers for cosmetic or any other reason they are O/K but only drive your car cosmetically. I have heard of two people who have MAXed for looks and with BHP and had been giving it large lost a wheel both occasions sheered extended bolts of
Speak to Pete Croney (Knows his stuff) or any reputable wheel performance car suppier
As I said IMHO

Tony

 

Out of the question then Tony

 

Bad idea then.

Nevamind, anybody wanna swap some Speedlines for a set of OZ Superleggeras????????

Tony.

 

Direct from the AP Racing web site.


...... inner wheel profile must be checked before fitment. It is usually the inner spoke area that causes the problem with fouling the outer face of the caliper.
AP Racing does not recommend the use of a wheel spacer or removal of material from the caliper or wheel as a cure.

p.s
I can swap you a set of OZ superleggeras (17" or 18") for a big fist full of cash.


Mike.




[Edited by Mike Tuckwood - 12/27/2001 12:09:16 PM]

 

Mike,

I've given you a fist full of cash for a boost gauge and a pillar pod about 3-4 weeks ago, where is it?????????????????????????????

Tony.

 

As I said IMHO,
Sayiny that they were two wheel drive, say 220 bhp so 110bhp at each wheel, average Scoob 240 bhp only 60 bhp dependant on age, diff's adjustable etc. etc. road condition etc.etc.
So you's pays you money and takes your choice.

but be careful whilst doing doughnuts
Tony

 

Its braking and cornering that puts the most strain on the wheels not how powerfull the engine is.For example a Scoob can stop from 100 mph in under 4 secs.For the engine to provide that level of force at that speed it would probably need to produce over 1000 bhp.

Also the design of the spacers has a big effect on how strong they are.The best type are solid and have flanges that seat onto the center of the hub and into the center bore of the wheel which take a lot of the load reducing the strain on the studs.

Andy