Marcos Maniacs

It really depends on the backspace of the 13" wheels compared to the 14"
wheels. This is the distance from the mounting surface of the wheel to the
inner rim and can vary even with similar wheels. If you want wheels to be
positioned where they are now, the distance from the mounting surface to the
outer rim should remain unchanged. It is unlikely you would have a problem
with clearance.  The heater hose is the most intrusive object into the wheel
well but it could be adjusted if necessary. I have 17" rims on my car with
no clearance issues at the front.

 

Regards,

 

Paul Dransfield

3 litre Volvo

 

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From: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com [mailto:MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com]
On Behalf Of marcos1600
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2006 4:39 PM
To: MarcosManiacs@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [MarcosManiacs] "Mini-Lite" 14" wheels on Marcos 1600GT?

 

I have a chance to get a set of replica "Mini-Lite" knock-off wheels at a
decent price.

The question is if they will have a usable back-space and width?
I do not want them to rub, and absolutely will not flare the wheel arches.

My car came with Mini-Lite 13" true mag wheels.
High performance tire selection seems limited for 13", and going to spline
hubs cures an 
issue with differing bolt patterns with the Alfa-Romeo axle I plan to fit.

Not sure what the Max. diameter is for tires to fit, with that I can see
about 14" Dia. tire 
possibilities.

Any informed advice much appreciated!

 




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