Semi-thread jack, but

   what kind of effect have you wheel swappers felt on braking?   Seems to
me that increasing the diameter and rolling circumference of the wheels
without increasing the brake's size...that would result in noticeable
reduction in actual braking force...eh?   I know the effect is dramatic
when done the other way....increase the brake disc's diameter and the
braking forces are enhanced...
  Curious, because Vanagons are  somewhat under equipped with brakes from
the factory

On Tue, May 21, 2013 at 10:47 PM, neil n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> Thanks for the input people.
>
> With any luck I may find some used wheels locally though there is no
> hurry on this upgrade.
>
> If I planned my trips better, I'd have an extra day or two to pull
> off, camp, and let the wind pass, then head out again!
>
> Neil.
>
>
> On Tue, May 21, 2013 at 7:06 PM, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net>
> wrote:
>
> > Totally endorse the upgrade to 16" wheels, for many reasons.  Better
> handling in cross-winds?  No question!  Reason?  The aspect ratio.
>
> > Downside:  the cost....of course...hurts temporarily.
>
> --
> Neil n
>
> Blog: tubaneil.blogspot.ca
>
> '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p
>
> '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco"  http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/
>
> Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine Swap Group:
>
> http://tinyurl.com/d7gd5ej
>