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27/09/2009 19:31:08
chrisburton84
Im hoping somebody can help me with this, I have a TF 135 with standard wheels and have seen some tempting 16inch TF160 wheels that I think look better, what I need to know is it just a case of if I bought the 160's wheels at 16 inchs is it just a case of swapping them over and jobs done, or do I then have to lower the suspension to make them fit. I really should know more but unfortunatley just don't so any help would be great. Cheers
28/09/2009 01:10:07
Tim
The overall diameter of the trophy wheels and tyres are the same so it's a simple swap. However, there is an outside chance that the new tyres could foul the inner plastic arch lining, in which case use a hot air stripper gun (use carefully) to re-shape it. One you've done the wheels it's only a matter of time until you do the brakes, if you do do the brakes up-grade the rears too, this really helps with the overall brake balance of the car. Tim
02/10/2009 08:53:32
MG roger
Chris - I have a pair of TF160 2 pot callipers and discs and pads if you are interested - Brown & Gammon sell new for about £1200 but happy to take £150 plus delivery. If so give me a call on 01284 787526 (home) Roger Davison
02/10/2009 09:43:13
Tim
[QUOTE=MG roger]Chris - I have a pair of TF160 2 pot callipers and discs and pads if you are interested - Brown & Gammon sell new for about £1200 but happy to take £150 plus delivery. If so give me a call on 01284 787526 (home) Roger Davison[/QUOTE] Roger, Don't you mean '4-pot'!. Tim
04/10/2009 19:05:00
chrisburton84
Hi Roger Many thanks for the offer, unfortunatly at present I don't have the cash to do either the brake or wheel upgrade. Once again many thanks for the offer. Kind regards Chris