Tiguan rims

[bencroft96 (Ben Croft)]

Hey group,I saw these rims on a v6 Toureg today.

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Francesca Coles <fcoles6@...> wrote:
>
> Yes, I know what you mean about crawling around Tassie in 2nd gear (there
> are an awful lot of hills on that island). At least the scenery is admirable
> enough to ease the pain of feeling like a mobile road-block. Good luck with
> gee-ing her up - I'd love to give ours a whiff of something stronger, and no
> doubt others will follow the Esposito make-over with interest.
>
> Francesca.
>
> On 23 February 2011 09:28, Gary Cookson <gary@...> wrote:
>
> >
> >
> > Yes I imagine the quality of the forms probably isn't brilliant on those
> > but if you've got the welding gear it would be a satisfying thing to build
> > and the dishing might not be too noticeable. I think the forms are all
> > imperial so the metric tubing might not fit so well either. Not sure about
> > that though.
> >
> >
> >
> > On 22/02/2011, at 7:33 PM, gregespo73 wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> > I have been eyeing those off too Gary. The only thing is with a standard
> > bender like that you get dishing on the inside of the bend. Mandrel bending
> > keeps the bend concentric. The idea of paying off my own pipe bender in one
> > job is attractive though. Greg E
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Do you mean Castagna steel on Nicholson St? That's the only steel place I
> > know. I wish I knew another for my bike business. Everyone I talk to is too
> > busy with architectural stuff to tackle small jobs.
> > >
> > > Castagna are really heavy duty welders, they can't do anything thinner
> > than about 5mm plate from my last chat.
> > >
> > > What about one of these and do it yourself
> > >
> > >
> > http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NEW-16-TON-HYDRAULIC-PIPE-BENDER-PORTABLE-BENDING-/220716945543?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item3363c15087
> > >
> > > Gary
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On 22/02/2011, at 1:37 PM, greg esposito wrote:
> > >
> > > > Yeh I feel the pain re the long list Gary. The tube bumper is a hard
> > one. I want to do it myself but I need to find someone (in Melb) who can
> > mandrel bend large diametre (65-75mm) pipe with up to a two mm wall. The
> > rear carrier is easy rectanguar section cut and weld. My metal work front
> > and rear is going to be one off work because of the winch and the tow bar.
> > Does your guy in hiedleberg do mandrel bending? Greg E
> > > >
> > > > --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
> > > > Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 10:15 AM
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Hi Greg
> > > >
> > > > Yes the decoupler would make that a bit easier.
> > > >
> > > > No, van is languishing at the moment. The diesel pump i sourced from
> > the UK started leaking from the high pressure head so I had to r&r that and
> > put a set of new seals in it. Just need to tweak the smoke levels now but at
> > least no more leaks, the tarmac was suffering.
> > > >
> > > > Next job is the seikels on the front and OMEs then the Mefros, then the
> > rear carrier, then the rear bumper, then the front, then the roof, then the
> > fridge...
> > > >
> > > > Maybe a group build of tube bumpers and rear carriers is in order? Do
> > you know any fabricators?
> > > >
> > > > Gary
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > On 22/02/2011, at 10:02 AM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > >
> > > >>
> > > >> Hey Gary, Only have 4 at this stage. The Tiguans have a space saver
> > spare so only 4 come up for sale at any one time. If anyone else goes this
> > way I would be interested in spliting a set.I do have a decoupler (Florians)
> > and 14" spare up front. I carry emergency bungs and a good 12v compressor.
> > The long term goal is to build a rear swing out tyre carrier and tube front
> > bar. Also want to replace that rediculously heavy tyre tray with a skid
> > plate. Got those Mefros and siekels on yet Gary? Greg E
> > > >>
> > > >> --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > >>
> > > >> From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
> > > >> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > >> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > >> Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 9:26 AM
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >> They look very smart Greg. Did you get 5? Just wondering what you are
> > doing for a spare?
> > > >> Gary
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >> On 22/02/2011, at 7:32 AM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > >>
> > > >>>
> > > >>> Hey Mark, Running 225/70/16. I have a fingers width clearance on the
> > rear arms. As far as the fronts go, I jacked up the rear left to compress
> > the rhf and found a very small amount of clearance. This clearance would
> > disappear during offroading. I am replacing the castor bushes this week and
> > when I do the alignment I will go as positive on the castor adjustment as
> > possible. I also need to get the front springs made and will lengthen the
> > bump stop. Have you swapped the camper canopy off the blue 2wd yet? Greg E
> > > >>>
> > > >>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@> wrote:
> > > >>>
> > > >>> From: Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@>
> > > >>> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > >>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > >>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 10:22 PM
> > > >>>
> > > >>>
> > > >>> Greg
> > > >>>
> > > >>> Brilliant - they look very smart.
> > > >>>
> > > >>> What tyre size are you running?
> > > >>>
> > > >>> Mark.
> > > >>>
> > > >>>
> > > >>>
> > > >>> On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 9:53 PM, greg esposito <gregespo73@>
> > wrote:
> > > >>>
> > > >>> Pics attached
> > > >>>
> > > >>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, gregespo73 <gregespo73@> wrote:
> > > >>>
> > > >>> From: gregespo73 <gregespo73@>
> > > >>> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > >>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > >>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 9:33 PM
> > > >>>
> > > >>>
> > > >>>
> > > >>> Just in case anyone was wondering about Tiguan rims, yes they fit.
> > Sixteen inch and et33. The gvm of the Tiguan is only 200kg off the syncros.
> > Had Ajax machine the centre bore to a depth of ten mm and bought a set of
> > the right radius ball seat lug nuts from www.t3technique.com . Chris there
> > is a real gent and knows more about fitting any rim to t3's than anyone.
> > Photos to follow. Greg E
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[gregespo73 (Greg Esposito)]

Can't see any attachment Ben. Anyway as you probably know tourag rims are 130 pcd and the offset is way high. You would need adaptors that bolt on to the hub and have new studs for the wheel. This solves the studs and offset in one hit. I would not recommend though, especially on a 4wd. Greg E

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Ben" <bencroft96@...> wrote:
>
> Hey group,I saw these rims on a v6 Toureg today.
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Francesca Coles <fcoles6@> wrote:
> >
> > Yes, I know what you mean about crawling around Tassie in 2nd gear (there
> > are an awful lot of hills on that island). At least the scenery is admirable
> > enough to ease the pain of feeling like a mobile road-block. Good luck with
> > gee-ing her up - I'd love to give ours a whiff of something stronger, and no
> > doubt others will follow the Esposito make-over with interest.
> >
> > Francesca.
> >
> > On 23 February 2011 09:28, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > Yes I imagine the quality of the forms probably isn't brilliant on those
> > > but if you've got the welding gear it would be a satisfying thing to build
> > > and the dishing might not be too noticeable. I think the forms are all
> > > imperial so the metric tubing might not fit so well either. Not sure about
> > > that though.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On 22/02/2011, at 7:33 PM, gregespo73 wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > I have been eyeing those off too Gary. The only thing is with a standard
> > > bender like that you get dishing on the inside of the bend. Mandrel bending
> > > keeps the bend concentric. The idea of paying off my own pipe bender in one
> > > job is attractive though. Greg E
> > >
> > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Do you mean Castagna steel on Nicholson St? That's the only steel place I
> > > know. I wish I knew another for my bike business. Everyone I talk to is too
> > > busy with architectural stuff to tackle small jobs.
> > > >
> > > > Castagna are really heavy duty welders, they can't do anything thinner
> > > than about 5mm plate from my last chat.
> > > >
> > > > What about one of these and do it yourself
> > > >
> > > >
> > > http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NEW-16-TON-HYDRAULIC-PIPE-BENDER-PORTABLE-BENDING-/220716945543?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item3363c15087
> > > >
> > > > Gary
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > On 22/02/2011, at 1:37 PM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > >
> > > > > Yeh I feel the pain re the long list Gary. The tube bumper is a hard
> > > one. I want to do it myself but I need to find someone (in Melb) who can
> > > mandrel bend large diametre (65-75mm) pipe with up to a two mm wall. The
> > > rear carrier is easy rectanguar section cut and weld. My metal work front
> > > and rear is going to be one off work because of the winch and the tow bar.
> > > Does your guy in hiedleberg do mandrel bending? Greg E
> > > > >
> > > > > --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
> > > > > Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 10:15 AM
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Hi Greg
> > > > >
> > > > > Yes the decoupler would make that a bit easier.
> > > > >
> > > > > No, van is languishing at the moment. The diesel pump i sourced from
> > > the UK started leaking from the high pressure head so I had to r&r that and
> > > put a set of new seals in it. Just need to tweak the smoke levels now but at
> > > least no more leaks, the tarmac was suffering.
> > > > >
> > > > > Next job is the seikels on the front and OMEs then the Mefros, then the
> > > rear carrier, then the rear bumper, then the front, then the roof, then the
> > > fridge...
> > > > >
> > > > > Maybe a group build of tube bumpers and rear carriers is in order? Do
> > > you know any fabricators?
> > > > >
> > > > > Gary
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > On 22/02/2011, at 10:02 AM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Hey Gary, Only have 4 at this stage. The Tiguans have a space saver
> > > spare so only 4 come up for sale at any one time. If anyone else goes this
> > > way I would be interested in spliting a set.I do have a decoupler (Florians)
> > > and 14" spare up front. I carry emergency bungs and a good 12v compressor.
> > > The long term goal is to build a rear swing out tyre carrier and tube front
> > > bar. Also want to replace that rediculously heavy tyre tray with a skid
> > > plate. Got those Mefros and siekels on yet Gary? Greg E
> > > > >>
> > > > >> --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > > >>
> > > > >> From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
> > > > >> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > >> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > >> Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 9:26 AM
> > > > >>
> > > > >>
> > > > >> They look very smart Greg. Did you get 5? Just wondering what you are
> > > doing for a spare?
> > > > >> Gary
> > > > >>
> > > > >>
> > > > >>
> > > > >> On 22/02/2011, at 7:32 AM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > > >>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> Hey Mark, Running 225/70/16. I have a fingers width clearance on the
> > > rear arms. As far as the fronts go, I jacked up the rear left to compress
> > > the rhf and found a very small amount of clearance. This clearance would
> > > disappear during offroading. I am replacing the castor bushes this week and
> > > when I do the alignment I will go as positive on the castor adjustment as
> > > possible. I also need to get the front springs made and will lengthen the
> > > bump stop. Have you swapped the camper canopy off the blue 2wd yet? Greg E
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@> wrote:
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> From: Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@>
> > > > >>> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > >>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > >>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 10:22 PM
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> Greg
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> Brilliant - they look very smart.
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> What tyre size are you running?
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> Mark.
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 9:53 PM, greg esposito <gregespo73@>
> > > wrote:
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> Pics attached
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, gregespo73 <gregespo73@> wrote:
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> From: gregespo73 <gregespo73@>
> > > > >>> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > >>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > >>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 9:33 PM
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>>
> > > > >>> Just in case anyone was wondering about Tiguan rims, yes they fit.
> > > Sixteen inch and et33. The gvm of the Tiguan is only 200kg off the syncros.
> > > Had Ajax machine the centre bore to a depth of ten mm and bought a set of
> > > the right radius ball seat lug nuts from www.t3technique.com . Chris there
> > > is a real gent and knows more about fitting any rim to t3's than anyone.
> > > Photos to follow. Greg E
> > > > >>>
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[bentbutstr8 (BenT Syncro)]

(Different Ben here, Greg)

Anyway, it should he noted that car companies tend to make their products appear similar so they can be recognizable to come from the same family (manufacturer). The easiest way to do that besides the typical grill (eg. Rolls Royce) is with wheels. Wheels seem to catch the eye first. In that regard, VW uses the same wheels design in different bolt patterns and offsets to make their products appear similar and related.

In the case of the Touareg which share it's basic platform with the Porsche Cayenne, the bolt pattern is the typical 5x130mm found on most Porsches. With the Tiguan, it appears to be based on the Audi 5x112mm. VW's ownership of Audi and now Porsche can blur the lines as platforms are cross-pollinated between brands. Ever tried to use wheels from the first generation Audi TT for your Syncro? I did. Some TT wheels look identical to A4, A6, & A8 wheels. But that TT is based on the VW Mk4 platform. Bolt pattern, 5x100mm.

"Forewarned is forearmed", as they say.


BenT
sent from my electronic leash

On Feb 23, 2011, at 3:21 PM, "gregespo73" <gregespo73@yahoo.com> wrote:

> Can't see any attachment Ben. Anyway as you probably know tourag rims are 130 pcd and the offset is way high. You would need adaptors that bolt on to the hub and have new studs for the wheel. This solves the studs and offset in one hit. I would not recommend though, especially on a 4wd. Greg E
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Ben" <bencroft96@...> wrote:
>>
>> Hey group,I saw these rims on a v6 Toureg today.
>>
>> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Francesca Coles <fcoles6@> wrote:
>>>
>>> Yes, I know what you mean about crawling around Tassie in 2nd gear (there
>>> are an awful lot of hills on that island). At least the scenery is admirable
>>> enough to ease the pain of feeling like a mobile road-block. Good luck with
>>> gee-ing her up - I'd love to give ours a whiff of something stronger, and no
>>> doubt others will follow the Esposito make-over with interest.
>>>
>>> Francesca.
>>>
>>> On 23 February 2011 09:28, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Yes I imagine the quality of the forms probably isn't brilliant on those
>>>> but if you've got the welding gear it would be a satisfying thing to build
>>>> and the dishing might not be too noticeable. I think the forms are all
>>>> imperial so the metric tubing might not fit so well either. Not sure about
>>>> that though.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On 22/02/2011, at 7:33 PM, gregespo73 wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I have been eyeing those off too Gary. The only thing is with a standard
>>>> bender like that you get dishing on the inside of the bend. Mandrel bending
>>>> keeps the bend concentric. The idea of paying off my own pipe bender in one
>>>> job is attractive though. Greg E
>>>>
>>>> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Do you mean Castagna steel on Nicholson St? That's the only steel place I
>>>> know. I wish I knew another for my bike business. Everyone I talk to is too
>>>> busy with architectural stuff to tackle small jobs.
>>>>>
>>>>> Castagna are really heavy duty welders, they can't do anything thinner
>>>> than about 5mm plate from my last chat.
>>>>>
>>>>> What about one of these and do it yourself
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>> http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NEW-16-TON-HYDRAULIC-PIPE-BENDER-PORTABLE-BENDING-/220716945543?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item3363c15087
>>>>>
>>>>> Gary
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> On 22/02/2011, at 1:37 PM, greg esposito wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>> Yeh I feel the pain re the long list Gary. The tube bumper is a hard
>>>> one. I want to do it myself but I need to find someone (in Melb) who can
>>>> mandrel bend large diametre (65-75mm) pipe with up to a two mm wall. The
>>>> rear carrier is easy rectanguar section cut and weld. My metal work front
>>>> and rear is going to be one off work because of the winch and the tow bar.
>>>> Does your guy in hiedleberg do mandrel bending? Greg E
>>>>>>
>>>>>> --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
>>>>>> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
>>>>>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>>>>>> Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 10:15 AM
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Hi Greg
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Yes the decoupler would make that a bit easier.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> No, van is languishing at the moment. The diesel pump i sourced from
>>>> the UK started leaking from the high pressure head so I had to r&r that and
>>>> put a set of new seals in it. Just need to tweak the smoke levels now but at
>>>> least no more leaks, the tarmac was suffering.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Next job is the seikels on the front and OMEs then the Mefros, then the
>>>> rear carrier, then the rear bumper, then the front, then the roof, then the
>>>> fridge...
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Maybe a group build of tube bumpers and rear carriers is in order? Do
>>>> you know any fabricators?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Gary
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> On 22/02/2011, at 10:02 AM, greg esposito wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Hey Gary, Only have 4 at this stage. The Tiguans have a space saver
>>>> spare so only 4 come up for sale at any one time. If anyone else goes this
>>>> way I would be interested in spliting a set.I do have a decoupler (Florians)
>>>> and 14" spare up front. I carry emergency bungs and a good 12v compressor.
>>>> The long term goal is to build a rear swing out tyre carrier and tube front
>>>> bar. Also want to replace that rediculously heavy tyre tray with a skid
>>>> plate. Got those Mefros and siekels on yet Gary? Greg E
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
>>>>>>> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
>>>>>>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>>>>>>> Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 9:26 AM
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> They look very smart Greg. Did you get 5? Just wondering what you are
>>>> doing for a spare?
>>>>>>> Gary
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> On 22/02/2011, at 7:32 AM, greg esposito wrote:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Hey Mark, Running 225/70/16. I have a fingers width clearance on the
>>>> rear arms. As far as the fronts go, I jacked up the rear left to compress
>>>> the rhf and found a very small amount of clearance. This clearance would
>>>> disappear during offroading. I am replacing the castor bushes this week and
>>>> when I do the alignment I will go as positive on the castor adjustment as
>>>> possible. I also need to get the front springs made and will lengthen the
>>>> bump stop. Have you swapped the camper canopy off the blue 2wd yet? Greg E
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@> wrote:
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> From: Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@>
>>>>>>>> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
>>>>>>>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>>>>>>>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 10:22 PM
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Greg
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Brilliant - they look very smart.
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> What tyre size are you running?
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Mark.
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 9:53 PM, greg esposito <gregespo73@>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Pics attached
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, gregespo73 <gregespo73@> wrote:
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> From: gregespo73 <gregespo73@>
>>>>>>>> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
>>>>>>>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
>>>>>>>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 9:33 PM
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> Just in case anyone was wondering about Tiguan rims, yes they fit.
>>>> Sixteen inch and et33. The gvm of the Tiguan is only 200kg off the syncros.
>>>> Had Ajax machine the centre bore to a depth of ten mm and bought a set of
>>>> the right radius ball seat lug nuts from www.t3technique.com . Chris there
>>>> is a real gent and knows more about fitting any rim to t3's than anyone.
>>>> Photos to follow. Greg E
>>>>>>>>
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[bentbutstr8 (BenT Syncro)]

On Feb 23, 2011, at 3:21 PM, "gregespo73" <gregespo73@yahoo.com> wrote:

> I would not recommend though, especially on a 4wd. Greg E

I could argue that there are thousands of such adapters in use on even heavier machinery than a Syncro with no disastrous news. However, I am not an engineer and cannot argue the merits pro or con.

The adapters do add another level complication in the form of additional parts. When there are more parts, it means there are more pieces that can break. But to just assume wheel adapters make a vehicle unsafe on and off road would not be 100# accurate.

This is just for the purpose of academic discussion. As I recall, Phill has mentioned on more that one occasion, that wheel adapters are not legal in OZ.


Cheers,

BenT

[gregespo73 (Greg Esposito)]

Ahh, now i understand what Ben was saying. Yes the pattern is very similar. Greg E --- On Thu, 24/2/11, BenT Syncro <syncro@gmail.com> wrote: From: BenT Syncro <syncro@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Tiguan rims To: "Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com> Received: Thursday, 24 February, 2011, 11:36 AM   On Feb 23, 2011, at 3:21 PM, "gregespo73" <gregespo73@yahoo.com> wrote: > I would not recommend though, especially on a 4wd. Greg E I could argue that there are thousands of such adapters in use on even heavier machinery than a Syncro with no disastrous news. However, I am not an engineer and cannot argue the merits pro or con. The adapters do add another level complication in the form of additional parts. When there are more parts, it means there are more pieces that can break. But to just assume wheel adapters make a vehicle unsafe on and off road would not be 100# accurate. This is just for the purpose of academic discussion. As I recall, Phill has mentioned on more that one occasion, that wheel adapters are not legal in OZ. Cheers, BenT

 

[bencroft96 (Ben Croft)]

Yes Greg,that sounds right.

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "gregespo73" <gregespo73@...> wrote:
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> Can't see any attachment Ben. Anyway as you probably know tourag rims are 130 pcd and the offset is way high. You would need adaptors that bolt on to the hub and have new studs for the wheel. This solves the studs and offset in one hit. I would not recommend though, especially on a 4wd. Greg E
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> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Ben" <bencroft96@> wrote:
> >
> > Hey group,I saw these rims on a v6 Toureg today.
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Francesca Coles <fcoles6@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Yes, I know what you mean about crawling around Tassie in 2nd gear (there
> > > are an awful lot of hills on that island). At least the scenery is admirable
> > > enough to ease the pain of feeling like a mobile road-block. Good luck with
> > > gee-ing her up - I'd love to give ours a whiff of something stronger, and no
> > > doubt others will follow the Esposito make-over with interest.
> > >
> > > Francesca.
> > >
> > > On 23 February 2011 09:28, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Yes I imagine the quality of the forms probably isn't brilliant on those
> > > > but if you've got the welding gear it would be a satisfying thing to build
> > > > and the dishing might not be too noticeable. I think the forms are all
> > > > imperial so the metric tubing might not fit so well either. Not sure about
> > > > that though.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > On 22/02/2011, at 7:33 PM, gregespo73 wrote:
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > I have been eyeing those off too Gary. The only thing is with a standard
> > > > bender like that you get dishing on the inside of the bend. Mandrel bending
> > > > keeps the bend concentric. The idea of paying off my own pipe bender in one
> > > > job is attractive though. Greg E
> > > >
> > > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Do you mean Castagna steel on Nicholson St? That's the only steel place I
> > > > know. I wish I knew another for my bike business. Everyone I talk to is too
> > > > busy with architectural stuff to tackle small jobs.
> > > > >
> > > > > Castagna are really heavy duty welders, they can't do anything thinner
> > > > than about 5mm plate from my last chat.
> > > > >
> > > > > What about one of these and do it yourself
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NEW-16-TON-HYDRAULIC-PIPE-BENDER-PORTABLE-BENDING-/220716945543?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item3363c15087
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> > > > > Gary
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> > > > > On 22/02/2011, at 1:37 PM, greg esposito wrote:
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> > > > > > Yeh I feel the pain re the long list Gary. The tube bumper is a hard
> > > > one. I want to do it myself but I need to find someone (in Melb) who can
> > > > mandrel bend large diametre (65-75mm) pipe with up to a two mm wall. The
> > > > rear carrier is easy rectanguar section cut and weld. My metal work front
> > > > and rear is going to be one off work because of the winch and the tow bar.
> > > > Does your guy in hiedleberg do mandrel bending? Greg E
> > > > > >
> > > > > > --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > > From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
> > > > > > Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > > Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 10:15 AM
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Hi Greg
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Yes the decoupler would make that a bit easier.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > No, van is languishing at the moment. The diesel pump i sourced from
> > > > the UK started leaking from the high pressure head so I had to r&r that and
> > > > put a set of new seals in it. Just need to tweak the smoke levels now but at
> > > > least no more leaks, the tarmac was suffering.
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Next job is the seikels on the front and OMEs then the Mefros, then the
> > > > rear carrier, then the rear bumper, then the front, then the roof, then the
> > > > fridge...
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Maybe a group build of tube bumpers and rear carriers is in order? Do
> > > > you know any fabricators?
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Gary
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > On 22/02/2011, at 10:02 AM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >> Hey Gary, Only have 4 at this stage. The Tiguans have a space saver
> > > > spare so only 4 come up for sale at any one time. If anyone else goes this
> > > > way I would be interested in spliting a set.I do have a decoupler (Florians)
> > > > and 14" spare up front. I carry emergency bungs and a good 12v compressor.
> > > > The long term goal is to build a rear swing out tyre carrier and tube front
> > > > bar. Also want to replace that rediculously heavy tyre tray with a skid
> > > > plate. Got those Mefros and siekels on yet Gary? Greg E
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >> --- On Tue, 22/2/11, Gary Cookson <gary@> wrote:
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >> From: Gary Cookson <gary@>
> > > > > >> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > > >> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > >> Received: Tuesday, 22 February, 2011, 9:26 AM
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >> They look very smart Greg. Did you get 5? Just wondering what you are
> > > > doing for a spare?
> > > > > >> Gary
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >> On 22/02/2011, at 7:32 AM, greg esposito wrote:
> > > > > >>
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Hey Mark, Running 225/70/16. I have a fingers width clearance on the
> > > > rear arms. As far as the fronts go, I jacked up the rear left to compress
> > > > the rhf and found a very small amount of clearance. This clearance would
> > > > disappear during offroading. I am replacing the castor bushes this week and
> > > > when I do the alignment I will go as positive on the castor adjustment as
> > > > possible. I also need to get the front springs made and will lengthen the
> > > > bump stop. Have you swapped the camper canopy off the blue 2wd yet? Greg E
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@> wrote:
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> From: Mark Kofahl <markkofahl@>
> > > > > >>> Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > > >>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > >>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 10:22 PM
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Greg
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Brilliant - they look very smart.
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> What tyre size are you running?
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Mark.
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 9:53 PM, greg esposito <gregespo73@>
> > > > wrote:
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Pics attached
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> --- On Mon, 21/2/11, gregespo73 <gregespo73@> wrote:
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> From: gregespo73 <gregespo73@>
> > > > > >>> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Tiguan rims
> > > > > >>> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > >>> Received: Monday, 21 February, 2011, 9:33 PM
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Just in case anyone was wondering about Tiguan rims, yes they fit.
> > > > Sixteen inch and et33. The gvm of the Tiguan is only 200kg off the syncros.
> > > > Had Ajax machine the centre bore to a depth of ten mm and bought a set of
> > > > the right radius ball seat lug nuts from www.t3technique.com . Chris there
> > > > is a real gent and knows more about fitting any rim to t3's than anyone.
> > > > Photos to follow. Greg E
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