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| 18 Inch Wheels Too Big For 2001 S60? |
 Jul 11 2005, 10:52 PM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 38 Joined: 9-July 05 Member No.: 6,061 Status:  Location: Cincinnati, OH Drives: 2001 Volvo S60 2.4  |
Just wondering if the tires needed for 18 inch wheels cause problems for the s60...... Im looking at maybe purchasing 18 inchers but am not going to do so if the tires rub the wheel wells every time I turn (among other potentially more serious problems). Anyone have experience with this??
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Jul 12 2005, 07:28 AM
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Veteran  Group: Super Mod Posts: 3,420 Joined: 29-April 05 Member No.: 4,684 Status:  Location: USA Drives: 2005 S60 R |
There was a topic about this just recently I think it was about problems with the S60 and tires rubbing with 17" wheels was a big part. U might get some help there, and/or check with a good tire shop
Personally, I have factory optional 18" and have not had a problem yet |
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Jul 12 2005, 08:26 AM
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 Veteran Group: Super Mod Posts: 1,908 Joined: 20-April 05 Member No.: 4,518 Status: Location: Elizabethtown, KY Drives: 2002 S60, 1996 850 GLT Sedan, 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1996 Toyota Avalon XLS, 1977 Corvette, 2000 Ranger R83 Bass Boat |
If you go with the larger diameter wheel you will need to reduce the tire height (e.g. from a 55 series on a 16" wheel to a 45 series on an 18" wheel). If the overall diameter, wheel + tire on the larger wheel is no greater diameter than the smaller wheel you should be OK. That being said, don't yell at me if you go with the 18"er's and it rubs. :unsure:
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Jul 12 2005, 11:15 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 50 Joined: 20-June 05 Member No.: 5,613 Status: Location: Woodstock Ontario Canada Drives: 2005 S40 T5 Awd |
I am not certain, but I would think the 18 would be ok, seeing as you can get them on the "R" and I am also fairly certain the 18" rims are listed in the accessory catalogue for the s60"s
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Jul 14 2005, 10:30 PM
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 Newbie Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 19-April 05 Member No.: 4,508 Status: Location: Bristol PA Drives: 2001 S60 T5 |
You can get them. They rub a bit, and they don't ride very well (hard ride) but they do fit...
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Jul 14 2005, 10:41 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 38 Joined: 9-July 05 Member No.: 6,061 Status: Location: Cincinnati, OH Drives: 2001 Volvo S60 2.4 |
thanks for your posts.... I think ill be getting them
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