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keptin · 05-07-2006, 01:23 PM

I wish I could get bigger tires now

Ive got higher priority stuff (and also less expensive stuff), but I was thinking about the FZJ80 or a Dana 60 rear/44 front axle swap so I could run 35"-36"s.

but there is other stuff that has to come first....like a winch and armor.

keptin · 05-07-2006, 01:55 PM

here.....a virtual representation of 35" tires:

roverX · 05-07-2006, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by keptin

here.....a virtual representation of 35" tires:

Look like you'd rub the front fender well and the front and back of the rear fender well....time to get out the sawzall....

keptin · 05-07-2006, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by roverX

Look like you'd rub the front fender well and the front and back of the rear fender well....time to get out the sawzall....

it would....I would have to cut. In the representation I actually trimmed quite a bit off both fenders. I wouldnt use a sawzall though! Probably a die grinder then lip the fenders if I can......if not, then I would get some fender flares to cover it up.

imag · 05-07-2006, 03:12 PM

Gee, I thought that my balance weights were big, but that's about 3x bigger.
Josh, the rims look nice on your D2.
However, why would you want to put steel rims on your car, unless you're looking for strength in the off-road world ? As the weight of the rim is so much more than aluminum rims, there's a performance deficit (suspension wise), but this may also not be felt by the driver. Just curious....

keptin · 05-07-2006, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by imag

However, why would you want to put steel rims on your car, unless you're looking for strength in the off-road world ? As the weight of the rim is so much more than aluminum rims, there's a performance deficit (suspension wise), but this may also not be felt by the driver. Just curious....

I thought that too originally, but I found out that they actually arent very different in weight. They are about the same weight because the aluminum wheels are much thicker, so it makes them pretty even.

I went with steel wheels because I destroyed an alloy, and had two flats on the same trip. After banging for almost 2 hours to try to bend the alloy back so the tire would hold pressure, I was forced to give up because it really doesnt work on alloys. I swore that I would never have to do that again.....so here I am with 5 steel wheels

I may eventually get a 6th wheel and tire so i will have 2 spares.

roverX · 05-07-2006, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by keptin

it would....I would have to cut. In the representation I actually trimmed quite a bit off both fenders. I wouldnt use a sawzall though! Probably a die grinder then lip the fenders if I can......if not, then I would get some fender flares to cover it up.

Yeah, I think the fender flares look cool on a Disco with trimmed fender wells. A j**per buddy of mine gave me his old fender flares.

And I agree about the steel wheels vs the alloys. I am actually a bit surprised I have never destroyed an alloy...

...are "offroad techniquies" are quite similar. By the way, finally got the RTE steering stuff on thanks to Frank.

keptin · 05-07-2006, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by roverX

...our "offroad techniquies" are quite similar.

lol! Yeah...."when in doubt, gas it out"

Nice!--on the steering rod thing....im sure its close to bombproof.

disco12 · 05-22-2006, 11:55 PM

I saw it on RoverX's Disco when he did my lift it is very strong. make my arm and steering rod look like wimpy nuts I will be following X's footsteps.

OkieRover · 05-23-2006, 08:53 AM

Those steel wheels look great.
I should get some steel wheels....WAIT A MINUTE!!!
DOH!
Just kidding.

daway · 05-23-2006, 12:48 PM

new set up

looks great!!!!

keptin · 05-24-2006, 04:30 PM

Id be like

Its good to note; all in all, the cost of the wheels was close to $400. Wheels and lugs, plus labor.

So there is good reason to get the alloys....much cheaper.

RageRover · 05-24-2006, 04:45 PM

That does look sweet Josh!!

Very nice stuff.

What became of your alloys?

keptin · 05-24-2006, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by RageRover

What became of your alloys?

They were just sold [yesterday] to okierover.

RageRover · 05-24-2006, 07:27 PM

Oh yeah, forgot Okie was looking for some.

LOL Cool beans man!

05-07-2006, 01:23 PM	#16 (permalink)
keptin :)----(.Y.) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,369 Gallery: 0	I wish I could get bigger tires now Ive got higher priority stuff (and also less expensive stuff), but I was thinking about the FZJ80 or a Dana 60 rear/44 front axle swap so I could run 35"-36"s. but there is other stuff that has to come first....like a winch and armor. __________________ Josh Shapiro DII

05-07-2006, 01:55 PM	#17 (permalink)
keptin :)----(.Y.) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,369 Gallery: 0	here.....a virtual representation of 35" tires: Attached Thumbnails __________________ Josh Shapiro DII

05-07-2006, 03:12 PM	#20 (permalink)
imag Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 66 Gallery: 0	Gee, I thought that my balance weights were big, but that's about 3x bigger. Josh, the rims look nice on your D2. However, why would you want to put steel rims on your car, unless you're looking for strength in the off-road world ? As the weight of the rim is so much more than aluminum rims, there's a performance deficit (suspension wise), but this may also not be felt by the driver. Just curious.... __________________ 2001 Discovery SE7

05-22-2006, 11:55 PM	#24 (permalink)
disco12 Majesticdisco1 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Union City California Posts: 1,224 Gallery: 0	I saw it on RoverX's Disco when he did my lift it is very strong. make my arm and steering rod look like wimpy nuts I will be following X's footsteps. __________________ 1996 D1 J "Crawler" camo,33x10.50's

05-23-2006, 08:53 AM	#25 (permalink)
OkieRover I'd love to be in the Rat Patrol Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Norman, Oklahoma, USA Posts: 2,963 Gallery: 3	Those steel wheels look great. I should get some steel wheels....WAIT A MINUTE!!! DOH! Just kidding. __________________ Where are you? Get on the map. 2003 Discovery II SE, 1993 Range Rover LWB

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05-23-2006, 12:48 PM	#26 (permalink)
daway Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: St. Croix Valley, MN Posts: 1,301 Gallery: 0	new set up looks great!!!! __________________ 2001 X5 3.0i "dodi" 1993 RRC LWB "bertha" Parting out 1991 RRC (dad's), Parting out 1993 RRC LWB, Parting out Global Rover Parts

05-24-2006, 04:30 PM	#27 (permalink)
keptin :)----(.Y.) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,369 Gallery: 0	Id be like Its good to note; all in all, the cost of the wheels was close to $400. Wheels and lugs, plus labor. So there is good reason to get the alloys....much cheaper. __________________ Josh Shapiro DII

05-24-2006, 04:45 PM	#28 (permalink)
RageRover Crazy about Rovers and more... Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Westland, MI Posts: 2,889 Gallery: 0	That does look sweet Josh!! Very nice stuff. What became of your alloys? __________________ Pat Albaugh, Midwest Moderator "Diffage" -the point at which the truck's differential makes contact with the ground. http://www.cardomain.com/id/RageRover42Visit my RRC and others here!(updated as of September 15, 2006) 1995 RRC LWB -LT265/75R16 Pathfinder All Terrains -RTE 2" Lift Springs -Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks (from DAP Enterprises) -KMC Front Diff Guard -4 Desert Fox 55 watt Lighting -Radio Shack CB Radio (never know when signal fails on a cell phone) -2 Halogen Super Sport 100 watt forward lights -Custom slim style front bumper w/ integrated bull bar -Lowe's Special "Homemade" Snorkel -T-Case out of an 92' RRC

05-24-2006, 07:27 PM	#30 (permalink)
RageRover Crazy about Rovers and more... Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Westland, MI Posts: 2,889 Gallery: 0	Oh yeah, forgot Okie was looking for some. LOL Cool beans man! __________________ Pat Albaugh, Midwest Moderator "Diffage" -the point at which the truck's differential makes contact with the ground. http://www.cardomain.com/id/RageRover42Visit my RRC and others here!(updated as of September 15, 2006) 1995 RRC LWB -LT265/75R16 Pathfinder All Terrains -RTE 2" Lift Springs -Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks (from DAP Enterprises) -KMC Front Diff Guard -4 Desert Fox 55 watt Lighting -Radio Shack CB Radio (never know when signal fails on a cell phone) -2 Halogen Super Sport 100 watt forward lights -Custom slim style front bumper w/ integrated bull bar -Lowe's Special "Homemade" Snorkel -T-Case out of an 92' RRC

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