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 Post subject: Fitting 13" Wheels
PostPosted: Tue Jul 20, 2004 11:29 pm 
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All i want to know is the Dos and Don'ts of fitting 13" Wheels to a Roundie.

Also what extra were and tear is associated with fitting either 13x6 or 13x7.

Is the Lift to the larger wheel all worth the hassle.

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i was told that the handlin of minis esp the later rover MPI minis are much "tougher"?

http://www.miniresource.com/forums/inde ... topic=7386

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It CAN be done.

Con's: the steering is heavier, the front guards need cutting, you'll need arches, you'll need stepped rear drums and front discs (for suspension clearance and better braking - you'll have more weight to stop), the bearings will need upgrading, you may not beable to lower the car at all due to scrubbing, your take-off will be slower.

Pro's: Look cool, look cool, look cool.

Thats why i bought mine....

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be prepared to replace your steering rack if you fit 13x7's. most racks have never been touched in 30 years and putting the extra weight of 13's will more than likley stuff it. Fun job that one.


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PostPosted: Wed Jul 21, 2004 10:25 pm 
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Thanks I already have spaced drums and disc brakes and tapered roller bearings.

I have been told about the wear on the lower control arm can happen. Anyone had any experience with this

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There are quite a few members of our club driving around with 13" wheels. We haven't changed our control arms. Don't seem to have any trouble.

I think the question is "how much do you want 13" wheels"?

If you want them, them go for it, regardless.

It is a look you are after probably not the handling.

BTW what is the biggest rim and tyre you have seen on any road driving mini? Just curious.

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mutant mini wrote:
There are quite a few members of our club driving around with 13" wheels. We haven't changed our control arms. Don't seem to have any trouble.

I think the question is "how much do you want 13" wheels"?

If you want them, them go for it, regardless.

It is a look you are after probably not the handling.

BTW what is the biggest rim and tyre you have seen on any road driving mini? Just curious.
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 22, 2004 11:15 am 
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Just had a look, can't find anything relating to wheels. Can you explain, sorry I'm just a bit not with it.

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