460 Diesel - Wheels & Tyres
Can someone please help me out ?
I have a 460 SWB diesel on original steel wheels & 7.50 x 16's
I have fitted flared arches & it now looks a bit like a go-cart on steroids !
I only do araound 2~3K miles per year and this is mainly local & off road.
I want to fit a larger wheel tyre combination but without any further mods.
What is the best size to go for ?
How big can I go ?
Who is best to speak to ref supply ?
I don't want to spend a fortune on Alloys & would be quite happy with steel.
Cheers
Check this site: it will tell you all the wheels that can fit your G without further modification:
http://www.rubicon-trail.com/G-Class/wheels/start.html
As for the tyres, generally speaking and assuming that your springs are not sagging too much, the biggest you can go is probably 32x10.5R15 or 265/75R16, but if I were you, I would stay at 31X10.5R15 or 235/85R16 because otherwise the gearing is too long for your G.
Check again before committing yourself!
I got a nice set of wheels and tyres from Nene Valley off road 4x4 01604 78118 give them a ring. Very helpful and a good price!!
I've got a 5 speed box in this one, will that make any difference ?
The recommendation I gave was for a 300 GD SWB Manual, which is the one I had. The 5-speeder has a longer top gear than the 4-speeder.
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I've got a 5 speed box in this one, will that make any difference ?