djshongo
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I took off my wheels to check the offset etc ...today.
I found some more numbers on the alloy also...
Could someone explain what they mean...?
Thanks!
PCD 100
ET 40
TB x L12
6 1/2 3 x 15 H2
And is it possible for me to lower the car 40mm without any trouble..??
Thanks again!
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Mo
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Registered: 29th Jan 03
Location: Bolton, Drives Q3 S-line +
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ET40 is your offset
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djshongo
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I got that one right...!
Any idea about the rest?
And is ET40 an ok offset to lower by 40mm..?
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1.6 Sport BadBoy
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what size wheels? 40 offest probs the furthest u can go without major problems. if your on 15's, you'll need to make sure that your tyres are a 195/45/15-low profile. would also advise cutting the bolts off the arches at the rear.
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BromleyBoy
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pcd 100 is the stud pattern i think
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Kerry
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quote: Originally posted by BromleyBoy
pcd 100 is the stud pattern i think
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Ian
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PCD 100 - Pitch Circle Diameter of 100mm. Size of the circle that would be drawn if it went through all bolt holes.
ET 40 - Offset in mm
TB x L12 - Possibly Terbium which is a metal element. Not sure about L12. Something to do with alloy compound?
6 1/2 3 x 15 H2 - 6 1/2 inches wide. The 3 is possibly the bead profile, this is usually expressed as a letter, normally J on normal car tyres, but might be a different letter/number. 15 is rim height. H is a speed rating, 130mph, designed for H rated tyres I think. Not sure about the 2.
[Edited on 25-02-2005 by Ian]
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djshongo
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Thanks fellas......I understand a bit more now..!
So could I lower by 40mm u reckon...??
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