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what size wheels?
tony@signtek.net - 28/3/11 at 07:40 PM

Hello all

Getting there on my haynes roadster R1 build and wondering about the best size wheels to use!!

Do i go for bigger rims with lo profile tyres?

Should they be wider on the back than the front

Your suggestions would be appreciated

Regards

Tony


carpmart - 28/3/11 at 07:43 PM

13"


jacko - 28/3/11 at 07:55 PM

I have 15ins but if i was starting again i would use 13ins and wider on the rears then the front


tul214 - 28/3/11 at 07:57 PM

I thought the Haynes roadster was designed for 14+ inch wheels? Something todo with the rear brakes?


tony@signtek.net - 28/3/11 at 08:08 PM

I've fitted cosworth rear hubs with discs & 4 pot willwood calipers so whatever wheels i source would have to accomodate this setup

Would 13" wheels be to small?

Tony


jacko - 28/3/11 at 08:09 PM

I would say yes on your setup


wylliezx9r - 28/3/11 at 08:28 PM

Wheels have to be a minimum 15" or they wont fit over the rear uprights, as i have found out.


mikemph - 28/3/11 at 09:50 PM

I have ordered 13"........ I will mod the rear to make them fit.

They will be with me in the next couple of days