Subaru L series rims?

[nilla60]

A year ago, every shop had a range of rims for L series Subies. This year, no-one has any. Anyone know where I can get a good set of Sunraysia style rims for a Subie?

[Gelandewagen]

Speedy used to make them.

They're actually not a good rim as the centre-spigot hole is too big and the offset is wrong. You should get a set of Scorpion rims.

Scorpion Subaru (http://www.scorpionsubaru.com)

AUSubaru.com (http://www.ausubaru.com)

[nilla60]

Sweet. The 14" rims are exactly what we were looking for. Thanks. :o)

[nilla60]

Turns out Speedy still make Desert Rats to suit Subaru L series in a 14" size. Guy from work went out and bought some and has so far had considerable issues getting them to run properly. Mucking about with different tyres has helped a lot, but he's still not 100% happy as there is some wobble at high speed. The difference in offset is pretty marked. I'll post an update once the tyre shop tres a couple more things out.

[Big Boots]

Speedy used to make them.

They're actually not a good rim as the centre-spigot hole is too big and the offset is wrong. You should get a set of Scorpion rims.

Scorpion Subaru (http://www.scorpionsubaru.com)

AUSubaru.com (http://www.ausubaru.com)


Is that Nathan ? Rumours must be true. Your still alive ;)

How about some custom made centrelines ? :D

Performance also make some alloy wheels for the 4 stud subies.

[Gelandewagen]

Yes LOL

I once knew this guy who had a kick-ass RX Turbo that he sold and bought an Extra-Cab Hilux.

[Big Boots]

Yeah. I know him pretty well too. He does miss the subie sometimes. Subaman Grant bought it so at least its still in the 'family'. Had a look at your old red rocket up the beach last year. Would be a good fun car.

[Gelandewagen]

Yeah, Tom said he needed to remove the 4" lift to get it registered - sux to be in Queensland I guess. I log onto Ausubaru at times but there are just seem to be too many kids on there asking stupid questions.

Can if fit 33s on my Brumby without a lift kit?!? Hell no!

[Big Boots]

It can be interesting sometimes, bit like every forum though. We should probably stop hijacking this thread though.

[nilla60]

FWIW, the 14" Speedies are not too bad. The Scoprions look better/nicer, but are more than twice the price. SWMBO has also bought some flexy flares to deal with the extra rubber now showing from under her Subie.

[Gelandewagen]

Wheels & Tyres For Sale: Subaru Wheels and Tyres x 5 in excellent condition. on Trading Post Online (http://www.autotrader.com.au/iteminfo/adnumber_WB2563143452_off_85_sect_Automotive_sort_ otRZSQ0BJDZfdRZSQExpiryDate_sqt_2_srch_all+terrain _state_9_stpg_1_subs_Wheels%2c+Tyres%2c+Parts+%26+ Accessories_)

Have you seen these in the Trading Post?

[nilla60]

Always the way, soon as you buy something it turns up in the Trading Post for cheaper. She's already got the Speedies on her Subie now. They fit alright, though I did put a set of Flexy Flares on the front.

[nilla60]

Here is what the 14" Speedies look like. I had to fit Flexie Flares on the front, but the wheels do clear everything. They are not as smooth as the original 13" rims, but not too much so. I put the extra feel to the larger diameter giving more road feel than anything else. Sounds like tyre choice can have a big impact on handling.

[BRUMBI]

this is my brumby with 14inch wheels and 3inch lift, with 27inch tyres

http://www.4wdmonthly.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=44645&page=2

[nilla60]

I better hide your ute pics from SWMBO or she'll be asking for a lift kit too... :o)