Tire sizes are not exact. There can be a considerable variation in
actual dimensions between different models of tire with the same nominal
size. To be sure that a given tire clears you must actually try it. I
have used Audi 5000 rims for years on multiple Syncros and 2wd Vanagons.
With ET45 rims and 215/75/15 tires 9/16" spacers cleared with every tire
I used on 2wd models. 5/16" spacers did not.

Mark

Frank Grunthaner wrote:
>
> In a message dated 6/1/02 7:43:04 PM, drillock@EARTHLINK.NET writes:
>
> << They can be used on 2wd Vanagons if the machining is done and longer lug
> bolts are used with 9/16" spacers.
>  >>
>
> Mark,
>
> Just two comments here.
>
> First, I'm running 215/75x15's with the Audi 5000T rims and 5/16" (8 mm.)
> spacers all around. No rubbibg that I can find.
>
> Second, after adding longer studs to the rear axles, the machining costs,
> clean-up and painting, I could only justify the Ronals because I preferred
> their looks ... no cost savings over new low ball alloys.
>
> Frank Grunthaner