Black steelies closest to stock? - Land Rovers Only

bernardmann · 12-29-2005, 07:53 PM

I just received my 5 new BFG AT's in 265/75/16 and am thinking about mounting them on some black steelies rather than powdercoat my alloys java black like my Disco, as I had originally planned to do.

I've been searching for a new set of black steel rims for my 03 DII over the last couple of days and have only found those 16"x7" silver OEM ones for a whopping $609.95 on Atlantic British. I think these are out of the question soley due to the ridiculous monetary expenditure I'd have to make...

The next closest rims to the stock steelies I've found are 16"x8", 5x120mm, 4.75" backspacing, for $76.99 each at 4wheelparts.com.

My questions:

Is the 1.25" lack of backspacing going to cause me issues with the tires rubbing?

Does anyone know of any cheaper black steelies for sale out there? Keep in mind, I want to stay as close to stock dimensions as possible.

In your opinions, should I just do the powdercoating since it'll be cheaper than $76.99 a wheel to just get my alloys powdercoated?

01001010 · 12-29-2005, 08:01 PM

Actually man, the black NATOS are on sale for 329.95 for a set of 4....this is through AB. The sale will end 12/31 at midnight so check that out quick...

Direct Link...

Disco Mike · 12-29-2005, 08:01 PM

Check out or call Tina at Trek, she has the 8" black wheels you are looking for.
http://www.trekoutfitters.com/extra/...gear/index.htm
Mike J.

Silver Streak · 12-29-2005, 09:28 PM

Gulf Coast Rovers. They have been around for awhile. It's where we get all our black steelies and lugs, 15's, 16's with offset or not. They usually run about $60 or $70 a peice. Fast shipping too!

FrankyRizzo · 12-29-2005, 09:35 PM

I heard the stock alloys hold a bead better at lower pressures. Why would anyone want any others besides for looks?

rmuller · 12-29-2005, 09:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrankyRizzo

I heard the stock alloys hold a bead better at lower pressures. Why would anyone want any others besides for looks?

You can fix a bent steel with a hammer.. if you crack an alloy, you're screwed.

FrankyRizzo · 12-29-2005, 09:40 PM

I see.

DallasRover · 12-29-2005, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Disco Mike

Check out or call Tina at Trek, she has the 8" black wheels you are looking for.
http://www.trekoutfitters.com/extra/...gear/index.htm
Mike J.

These look good..............I think Rovers North has some on sale also.

keptin · 12-29-2005, 10:38 PM

ehh....dont like the simulated bead lock look....I think it looks took poseur-ish. I love the NATOs....just dont need them yet..

TerryS · 12-30-2005, 06:25 AM

Rather than spending alot of time and energy checking out who has the best price on steel wheels, and if they have a close-to-correct inside offset (necessary for any LR with disc brakes), just ask the supplier if they are real Wolf rims (proper designation of the steel rim originally made by Dunlop for the MOD) They are generally in the $75-$85 range from RN, and RDS. A Wolf rim is twice as thick (6.5mm) as old style series rims, will deflect and return to shape from severe sidewall bashing, which an alloy won't. At twice the weight, poseurs can go with fakes if just cruising the Wal Mart parking lot. I am not sure if Dunlop even makes the rims anymore, but there is a Brazilian Co. making them under license, and I got a set a couple of years ago from RDS. (he finally got electricity back after 3 months but is still waiting for his phone/internet connection). They are black powder coated.

bernardmann · 12-30-2005, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 01001010

Actually man, the black NATOS are on sale for 329.95 for a set of 4....this is through AB. The sale will end 12/31 at midnight so check that out quick...

Direct Link...

A friend of mine bought those exact rims and had 265/75/16's mounted on them and has been losing air ever since. Additionally, people at a local indy shop told me those particular rims aren't NATO's and are not strong enough to take off-road abuse, especially from a heavy Rover.

bernardmann · 12-30-2005, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Disco Mike

Check out or call Tina at Trek, she has the 8" black wheels you are looking for.
http://www.trekoutfitters.com/extra/...gear/index.htm
Mike J.

I saw those, but unfortunately, I'm not into the fake beadlock look...thanks for pointing them out though!

bernardmann · 12-30-2005, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silver Streak

Gulf Coast Rovers. They have been around for awhile. It's where we get all our black steelies and lugs, 15's, 16's with offset or not. They usually run about $60 or $70 a peice. Fast shipping too!

I saw those as well, but they only have 4.25" of backspacing. The ones from 4wheelparts.com have 4.75".

bernardmann · 01-07-2006, 09:54 PM

OK, after much searching, I know which steelies I want, but can't find them anywhere, not even the Rover stealership.

I need the OEM black steels, PN: ANR5829 Steel Wheel. Apparently, these are 1995 P38 spare wheels...

Anyone know how/where I can get five of these?

FrankyRizzo · 01-07-2006, 09:57 PM

I am trying to dig up 4 spare steelies.

If you find any let me know.

12-29-2005, 07:53 PM	#1 (permalink)
bernardmann Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 621 Gallery: 0	Black steelies closest to stock? I just received my 5 new BFG AT's in 265/75/16 and am thinking about mounting them on some black steelies rather than powdercoat my alloys java black like my Disco, as I had originally planned to do. I've been searching for a new set of black steel rims for my 03 DII over the last couple of days and have only found those 16"x7" silver OEM ones for a whopping $609.95 on Atlantic British. I think these are out of the question soley due to the ridiculous monetary expenditure I'd have to make... The next closest rims to the stock steelies I've found are 16"x8", 5x120mm, 4.75" backspacing, for $76.99 each at 4wheelparts.com. My questions: Is the 1.25" lack of backspacing going to cause me issues with the tires rubbing? Does anyone know of any cheaper black steelies for sale out there? Keep in mind, I want to stay as close to stock dimensions as possible. In your opinions, should I just do the powdercoating since it'll be cheaper than $76.99 a wheel to just get my alloys powdercoated? __________________ Bernard Mann 2004 Disco G4 (Sold to Josh Lester) 2005 Mercedes C230 2003 Disco S (Sold)

12-29-2005, 08:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
01001010 Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Lawrenceville, GA Posts: 4,543 Gallery: 15	Actually man, the black NATOS are on sale for 329.95 for a set of 4....this is through AB. The sale will end 12/31 at midnight so check that out quick... Direct Link... __________________ JC... 1996 Discovery SE - The Blue Marlin - gone =( 1965 Series IIa 109 RHD 2.25L Dsl - Wilks 1965 Series IIa 88' LHD 2.25L Petrol - Fionna

12-29-2005, 10:38 PM	#9 (permalink)
keptin The guy with the Banhammer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,366 Gallery: 0	ehh....dont like the simulated bead lock look....I think it looks took poseur-ish. I love the NATOs....just dont need them yet.. __________________ Josh Shapiro DII

01-07-2006, 09:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
bernardmann Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 621 Gallery: 0	OK, after much searching, I know which steelies I want, but can't find them anywhere, not even the Rover stealership. I need the OEM black steels, PN: ANR5829 Steel Wheel. Apparently, these are 1995 P38 spare wheels... Anyone know how/where I can get five of these? __________________ Bernard Mann 2004 Disco G4 (Sold to Josh Lester) 2005 Mercedes C230 2003 Disco S (Sold)

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12-29-2005, 08:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
Disco Mike Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Parker, Colorado Posts: 5,771 Gallery: 0	Check out or call Tina at Trek, she has the 8" black wheels you are looking for. http://www.trekoutfitters.com/extra/...gear/index.htm Mike J.

12-29-2005, 09:28 PM	#4 (permalink)
Silver Streak PPR Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: colorado springs Posts: 93 Gallery: 0	Gulf Coast Rovers. They have been around for awhile. It's where we get all our black steelies and lugs, 15's, 16's with offset or not. They usually run about $60 or $70 a peice. Fast shipping too!

12-29-2005, 09:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
FrankyRizzo Austin "Danger" Powers Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sin City Posts: 854 Gallery: 0	I heard the stock alloys hold a bead better at lower pressures. Why would anyone want any others besides for looks?

12-29-2005, 09:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
FrankyRizzo Austin "Danger" Powers Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sin City Posts: 854 Gallery: 0	I see.

12-30-2005, 06:25 AM	#10 (permalink)
TerryS Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Bloomfield, CT If I died today, I lived there all my life. Posts: 2,235 Gallery: 0	Rather than spending alot of time and energy checking out who has the best price on steel wheels, and if they have a close-to-correct inside offset (necessary for any LR with disc brakes), just ask the supplier if they are real Wolf rims (proper designation of the steel rim originally made by Dunlop for the MOD) They are generally in the $75-$85 range from RN, and RDS. A Wolf rim is twice as thick (6.5mm) as old style series rims, will deflect and return to shape from severe sidewall bashing, which an alloy won't. At twice the weight, poseurs can go with fakes if just cruising the Wal Mart parking lot. I am not sure if Dunlop even makes the rims anymore, but there is a Brazilian Co. making them under license, and I got a set a couple of years ago from RDS. (he finally got electricity back after 3 months but is still waiting for his phone/internet connection). They are black powder coated.

01-07-2006, 09:57 PM	#15 (permalink)
FrankyRizzo Austin "Danger" Powers Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sin City Posts: 854 Gallery: 0	I am trying to dig up 4 spare steelies. If you find any let me know.

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