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MK



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Don`t forget the stress exerted on CV`s with reduced turning circle Wink Puma 110" SW

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Post #98179 5th Nov 2011 8:03am
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ZeDefender



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MK wrote:
Don`t forget the stress exerted on CV`s with reduced turning circle Wink

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Post #98194 5th Nov 2011 9:22am
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MK wrote:
Don`t forget the stress exerted on CV`s with reduced turning circle Wink


Unless you do stupid things on full lock I doubt that there'll be any problems. Most folk, if on full lock, are neither going fast nor loading the transmission much - manoeuvering round a car park for example. The loading and stress on the CV will be much greater when you're struggling for traction with the wheels spinning, then subbedly biting etc.

I would also expect that the absolute limit of travel on the swivels, i.e., the point where the swivel housing seal hits the mounting flange on the inner part, will occur before the angle where the CVs start to fail.

In short, drive sensibly and all will be OK.

Anyway it's only an issue if you put standard tyres on spacers; if you have larger tyres chancs are the steering lock is the same as for standard tyres without spacers.
Post #99122 10th Nov 2011 12:23pm
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Yep, good post blackwolf, well written Thumbs Up

However not quite 100%

blackwolf wrote:
One thing to bear in mind with spacers, especially thin ones, is that the hub/wheel interface may not be as strong as before, and this is probably the area of most concern (and the reason why spacers are not allowed in motorsport). .


Spacers are not banned in all forms of MSA / FIA sanctioned motosport,
Certainly if the car has been homologated with them , they are OK to use, even thin (2-20mm) ones California F1, 75th 110 "Kermit", 50th Ann V8, 90 V8 Hybrid, 55 Series 1

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Post #99126 10th Nov 2011 12:48pm
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DAZ110



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I had 235 tyres, Zu wheels. and spacers and had no problems.
Post #99132 10th Nov 2011 1:10pm
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Martin H. Lee



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DAZ110 wrote:
I had 235 tyres, Zu wheels. and spacers and had no problems.


Hi DAZ, can I ask you something?
you are using Zu wheels and spacers with 238 tyres at the same time, then how much the tyres jut out from the wheel arch?

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Post #99300 11th Nov 2011 3:13am
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DAZ110



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Hello,

Thread was about flush with wheel arch, and side of tyre stuck out approx 25-30mm.

This is the best photo I could find:


Click image to enlarge

I've got to ask, are you looking for Zu wheels 235 tyres?.... because I have some for sale in the 'For Sale' section if your interested.
Post #99341 11th Nov 2011 10:01am
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familymad



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Is your profile picture one with the spacers fitted? 1951 80" S1 2.0
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Post #148175 1st Jun 2012 6:18pm
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familymad



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MK wrote:
Don`t forget the stress exerted on CV`s with reduced turning circle Wink


I meant your profile.... 1951 80" S1 2.0
1995 110 300TDI
1995 90 300TDI
Post #148176 1st Jun 2012 6:19pm
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familymad



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You would think if the major accessory players are selling them, there isn't an issue? 1951 80" S1 2.0
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