↓ Advertise on Defender2 ↓

Home > Maintenance & Modifications > Am I imagining it? Wheel spacers….
Post Reply  Down to end
Page 1 of 1
Print this entire topic · 
pilsburypie



Member Since: 19 Jul 2021
Location: Birmingham
Posts: 176
United Kingdom 2014 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Corris Grey
Am I imagining it? Wheel spacers….
I’ve just added some 30mm wheel spacers to my 110. Look brilliant. Nothing too lary but fill the arches nicely.

However, I’m certain the ride quality has improved. Much smoother and comfy. I’m not talking about hard driving or cornering, I drive very conservatively……. Just feels better.

I can’t imagine why this would be the case but a great side effect even if it’s in my head.
Post #921201 12th Sep 2021 6:11pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
pjm-84



Member Since: 12 Apr 2021
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 677
United Kingdom 
Probably flex in the wheel bolts!

(Levers, as you're 30mm each side further out it will be less harsh)
Post #921209 12th Sep 2021 7:04pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Bluest



Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 4241
United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black
Moving the wheel out has the effect of softening the suspension in roll. The wheel has a longer lever over the spring and anti roll bar. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS
Post #921211 12th Sep 2021 7:49pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Dinnu



Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
Posts: 3481
Malta 2012 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 CSW Santorini Black
It is not in your head, as you have increased the distance from the wheel to the spring/shock.
But you should not feel any difference when both wheels on an axle go through a bump at the same time, such as over a speed bump. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black
Post #921221 12th Sep 2021 8:52pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
derbywill



Member Since: 25 Mar 2010
Location: Derbyshire
Posts: 560
England 2005 Defender 90 Td5 XS CSW Java Black
When I fitted mine years ago, it was instantly noticeable that it handled and drove differently but much better than stock!

Cheers

Will 2005 90 XS
1954 86'' Series 1 tilt
1968 88” 2A 200tdi
2002 110 Hardtop
Post #921223 12th Sep 2021 9:18pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Pacha



Member Since: 23 Feb 2020
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 772
United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Stornoway Grey
Increased wheel base. Rgds.

Chris
Post #921227 12th Sep 2021 10:10pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
pilsburypie



Member Since: 19 Jul 2021
Location: Birmingham
Posts: 176
United Kingdom 2014 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Corris Grey
Glad I’m not going mad. A noticeable difference for a mere 60mm wider stance combined.
Post #921228 12th Sep 2021 10:32pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
blackwolf



Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
Location: South West England
Posts: 17610
United Kingdom 2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Stornoway Grey
Pacha wrote:
Increased wheel base.


Question I doubt it has got any longer! Rolling with laughter
Post #921233 12th Sep 2021 11:18pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Pacha



Member Since: 23 Feb 2020
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 772
United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Stornoway Grey
^^^^^^

Embarassed

I meant track................obvs. Whistle Rolling Eyes Rgds.

Chris
Post #921247 13th Sep 2021 7:41am
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
pilsburypie



Member Since: 19 Jul 2021
Location: Birmingham
Posts: 176
United Kingdom 2014 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Corris Grey
Does that mean I now have a defender 112?
Post #921258 13th Sep 2021 9:05am
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Dinnu



Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
Posts: 3481
Malta 2012 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 CSW Santorini Black
Better than 109. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black
Post #921445 14th Sep 2021 2:30pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Post Reply
Post Reply  Back to top
Page 1 of 1
All times are GMT

Jump to  
<  Previous Topic | Next Topic >
Posting Rules
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum



Site Copyright © 2006-2025 Futuranet Ltd & Martin Lewis
DEFENDER2.NET RSS Feed - All Forums