15 vs 16 rims on GQ
Submitted: Tuesday, Jul 05, 2005 at 09:25
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Mouldy
Hi there, Im after the good oil again.
On my 92 GQ I have 5 x 15" steel split rims The white ones you get with tyre packages) with desert Duelers. An opportunity has come up for some 3 spoke alloys 5 x 16" x 8" with duelers d680's from a Ti patrol. Stud pattern is the same. Price around $500.
My car is primarily for towing with a bit of "playing" in the bush.
Will the rolling diameter be the same? Is it a worthwhile investment? What is better 15 or 16 rims?
Help please.....
Dave.
Reply By: Truckster (Vic) - Tuesday, Jul 05, 2005 at 09:41
Tuesday, Jul 05, 2005 at 09:41
the outside diameter of a 33 on a 15in same as on a 16in
$500 for a set, thats cheap, they are nearly that a pr from nissan new. but remember if you DO damage one, they are hard to come by, and your up for $380-450 for a new one..
The other issue is 16inch tires arebleeploads more expensive for same size tire. :(
Thats the bonus of Sunnys. $60 to replace.
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Reply By: Onayr - Tuesday, Jul 05, 2005 at 10:20
Tuesday, Jul 05, 2005 at 10:20
As Truckster has said, the 15" are cheaper as replacements.
The 31x10.50R15 (OE fitment on some earlier Patrols) and 265/70R16 have got similar Overall Diameters and can be changed without any noticeable difference in power and gearing.
There are some good tyre options in the 16" fitment. Going to a 265/75R16 (same rolling Diameter as the 7.50R16 which come as standard fitment on split rims) opens up the option of tyres with a higher load carrying capacity than their 15" equivalent. This basically equates a better/stronger offroad and touring tyre as they have greater
puncture and impact damage resistance and a reduced likelihood of having to replace a tyre from damage.
Price wise they are a little dearer, especially around the 31" Diameter, but then their capabilities have increased also. In a 32", prices are only $20 different and in a 33" just about the same....(depending on brand).
IMO - Go the 16".
Hope this helps,
Ryano
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