DanielG

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Morning All,

I’m looking at trying to upsize the tyres on my FL 1.

Vehicle information:

2 inch lift
1.8T SAIC 200bhp engine
Uprated clutch from a different car
All new front and rear suspension and driveshafts

I want to upsize my tyres to try and get more ground clearance, I know that the spring seats are in the way and will either need to buy spacers or offset rims.

I have found a set of 0 offset rims which correct me if I’m wrong, but they’ll move the tyre over roughly 30mm as standard offset is -32.

I’m then looking at fitting 245 75 16 for a larger diameter and greater width, the question is will the tyres scrub on the chassis legs?

I don’t mind having to cut plastic and maybe fold the seams or enough cut the sill and weld a plate, I just would rather not cut in the chassis legs.

Anyone got any experience with offset rims and tyres.
 
Warren of Muddy Mods has done some pretty large wheel mods for the FL1, so maybe contact him for advice?
 

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