Yeah, I could use an inexpensive set of 15" rims also.
But I would only get them if they are standard width.
The space in the back by the swing arm is
already tight enough for snow chains.
If the tire would be any wider, I couldn't use
snow chains.
It would be nice to have an extra set (five) of
larger diameter wheels with standard width.
Harald
'90 westy
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> From: EMZ <vw4x4@FYI.NET>
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: New 15" wheels
> Date: Tuesday, November 09, 1999 9:43 AM
>
> HI Volks,
>
> I'm thinking of manufacturing new 15" rims for
> our Vanagons. These rims would be 6 1/2" wide.
> The offset would be the same as our 14" rims,
> with the extra 1" width equily divided. They
> would be made of steel, and you could put any
> 15" wheel cover on it that you like. Would fit
> Syncros also. I'm trying to keep the cost
> below $25 each. This is only possible if there
> would be a large quantity of these ordered.
> Your final cost would be 4 x $25 plus shipping.
> Could I have a show of hands (E-mail), of those
> interested in this project.
>
>
>             Eric                   86-VW4x4
>             vw4x4@fyi.net          72-240z
>             Pittsburgh, PA USA     1936-Chrysler