In a message dated 11/12/98 8:57:43 AM Pacific Standard Time,
lahorgue@IX.NETCOM.COM writes:

<<
 Yesterday I picked up a set of factory steel wheels and wheel covers from a
 brand new Passat.  They are 15"x 6.5" with 35 mm offsets.

 Does anyone on the list have actual experience using these wheels on a
 Vanagon?  Will they do the job?  I currently run 185R14s on my 86 GL and
 would like to improve performance on sandy rough dirt roads without losing
 too much highway performance.

 TIA -- Frank >>
They are a 45 mm offset but still fit, they are stamped MT45 on the inside.
The 185's that you are currently running, are too small. On the 15 inch rims
use 205-75-15 or 215-65's.  Have only one tire installed for a test fit on the
back. The closer offset inwards will get close the control arms. If good,
install the rest. See ya, Michael
' 87 syncro (215-65-16),
 87 quattro