Changing wheel size. Help please

[z7]

I need to replace (only) two of my KN Minator wheels. Currently, I have 6x13 all round. I'm thinking of getting 7x13 for the rears. I have to admit this is only an aesthetic choice. I think the rear wings look so empty.

 

I have a Ford live axle.

 

What are the pros and cons of changing the width? Yes, tyres could cost more.

What impact will it have on the offset?

Is there a relationship between the offsets of the rear and front wheels?

What other considerations do I need to take in to account?

 

Thanks

Adil

 

 

Edited by - adil on 14 Mar 2007 23:09:48

 

Edited by - adil on 14 Mar 2007 23:38:43

[F355GTS]

Adil

 

When you order the 7" the offset will be different from the 6". I can't remember the offset for 7's but K&N, Polleys etc can advise.

 

You may have th machine the back edge of the Dedion tube/ ears depending on age as the inside edge of the rim may contact it

 

Other than that you'll have a bit more rear grip, which may be good or bad depending on your POV 😬

 

Mark

[z7]

Thanks, Mark,

 

I forgot to mention, I have a Ford live axle. I'll edit my original post.

 

From this site here, they come in a choice of offset. If they don't fit without modification, I'll stick with 6".

 

If I have more grip, does that mean I'll have to get more power to compensate 🤔 😬

 

Adil

[Mick Day]

Adil

 

205/60/13 tyres will fit on 6" rims. Fills out the rear wings a treat.

 

Mick

[z7]

Thanks, Mick,

 

I hadn't really thought of that Shows what I know

 

Adil

[I.Mupferit]

Adil, I had 205/60/13's on the rear of my old car if you can recall that and as Mick says, they filled the rear wings out really well.

 

Brent

 

2.3 DURATEC SV Reassuringly Expensive

R 417.39 😬

[z7]

Cheers Brent I'll stick with the 6", in that case.

 

Adil