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2010/04/14 09:55:25 (permalink)
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Wheel size question

Hi all,

Did the Mk1 Capri ever come with wheels larger than 13" ? In any version, in any country, including factory options?

I need to know because the laws have changed to allow only +2" in wheel diameter and my plans were to run 16"

Cheers,
Steve
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    gtv6capri
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    RE: Wheel size question 2010/04/14 11:17:24 (permalink)
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    Cant think of any, the MK3's had 15" doesn't help your MK1 though. RS and Perana used 13's
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    RE: Wheel size question 2010/04/14 11:39:45 (permalink)
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    I'm assuming you will be running some very low profile tyres so cant you argue your case based on overall diameter.
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    RE: Wheel size question 2010/04/14 20:56:52 (permalink)
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    quote:
    Originally posted by GTV6

    I'm assuming you will be running some very low profile tyres so cant you argue your case based on overall diameter.


    Hi GTV6,

    That was what I thought too. My engineer was quoting document VSB14 that has been referenced by Vicroads as of Nov last year and saying that the law now only allows you +2 inches of actual wheel diameter. Since speaking with him I have looked up this document and can't find any reference to this +2 rule. I will call him again tomorrow to see if there is an updated version or something. He may be incorrect too!

    Cheers,
    Steve
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    RE: Wheel size question 2010/04/15 08:48:49 (permalink)
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    OK, I spoke to the engineer this morning. He made a mistake and the +2 rule does NOT apply - phew! As long as I keep within 15mm of the original overall diameter (wheel and tyre) then I am within the rules. Interestingly this only applies to the front wheels in my case. As I am fitting a shortened AU Falcon diff, the regulations for the rear of my Capri can be based on those applying to AU Falcons OR Capri.

    Cheers,
    Steve
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    RE: Wheel size question 2010/04/15 09:28:36 (permalink)
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    Capri Muzza....
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