Now I cant decide, 18s 19s or 20s
What size tyres do you pick? Im guessing they are different sizes front and rear?
8.5 and 10J wheels?
Can you point to a link? Want to get it all done same day
I fitted the solows set at highest and took it for hunter 4 wheels geometry /alignment
the printout showed that there wasn't enough adjustment in the rear arm camber bolts to keep all reading s in the green.
the powerflex adjustable arm bushes give more scope to set the rear to its optimum for the height.
obviously things down this far are well beyond oem spec so adverse wear & tear are to be expected.
search solows within the forum & you will find a host of info
i got my bushes from transporter hq & handy enough to have your garage fit at the same time as the shocks & springs
the printout showed that there wasn't enough adjustment in the rear arm camber bolts to keep all reading s in the green.
the powerflex adjustable arm bushes give more scope to set the rear to its optimum for the height.
obviously things down this far are well beyond oem spec so adverse wear & tear are to be expected.
search solows within the forum & you will find a host of info
i got my bushes from transporter hq & handy enough to have your garage fit at the same time as the shocks & springs
Wheels wise on a T32, to keep it legal and weight rated nothing over 18”. Great suspension - so smooth. You will love it.
What did it look and ride like on highest setting?
If you're having the Solows fitted by a place that doesn't often fit them and you're planning on running at anything other than full height you might need to have the rear bump stops cut down. Some heavier vans, even at full height, can sit low enough on the rear to mean that the bumps stops will bang/knock under full compression. When fitting Solows, we always trim the bump stops to the same height as the rear adjuster. It's a good idea to move the ABS sensor cables from on top of the rear suspension arms to the side. Needs a few 6mm holes drilling and treating before simply relocating the clips for the cables. This just removes any risk of them pinching between the rear suspension arms and chassis.
decided to buy the ajustable rear bushes, new top mounts and bottom spring rubbers, however still having a nightmare trying to figure out the best wheel setup with tyre sizes ect, does anyone know if my standard 17" shuttle wheels and tyres will do for now? been looking at some 18s but what width? what et? and whats best tyre size for my setup?
Consider uprated anti-roll bars while you're at it. They're definitely worth it on heavier vans but an great upgrade nonetheless.
I too was undecided on wheels as I like both the swamper low look as well as just lowered on 19's/20's. In the end I decided that a bit more sidewall on 17's would be beneficial both for comfort and so I don't need to constantly scan for potholes. These were Fuel Zephrys (exactly the same set as T6180 above) but If you do keep your standard wheels the offset may leave them a little too hidden without spacers.
My van has 120 000 miles and I was advised to expect the top mounts and drop links to be shot and they were. I didn't however opt for the adjustable bushes and I'll have to see how the tyres start to wear as the camber is quite noticeable even at maximum height.
I too was undecided on wheels as I like both the swamper low look as well as just lowered on 19's/20's. In the end I decided that a bit more sidewall on 17's would be beneficial both for comfort and so I don't need to constantly scan for potholes. These were Fuel Zephrys (exactly the same set as T6180 above) but If you do keep your standard wheels the offset may leave them a little too hidden without spacers.
My van has 120 000 miles and I was advised to expect the top mounts and drop links to be shot and they were. I didn't however opt for the adjustable bushes and I'll have to see how the tyres start to wear as the camber is quite noticeable even at maximum height.
Have you looked at this thread…. quite a few boys on here running SoLows with 18” wheels. 255/45/18 or 235/50/18 will work….
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yes will look at ARB's at some point, the swampers look good but im after a different look, cheers
what a thread, some fantastic steels on there, notice THQ sell some steelies but no 18's, i need someone to tell me excatly whats gonna fit with the solow's installedHave you looked at this thread…. quite a few boys on here running SoLows with 18” wheels. 255/45/18 or 235/50/18 will work….
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What wheels do you want?
Quite like the 18 steels, amarok, every alloy I like seems unsuitable for a t32, I'm not sure what wheel width or tyre size would suit a t32 with solows, the et or ETA part is ripping my knitting
The original (standard) 18” Amarok steel is 7.5” wide, load rated for your T32 and with a 235/50/18 tyre you would have no problems at all. If you want banded Amaroks, then the safe bet would be 8.5” fronts and 9.0” rears with the same size tyre. Other guys are running 9” fronts and 9.5” rears with SoLows @Wilmur for example?
