MK1 Cabby Wheels for RWC (VIC)

[Doyle333]

Hi all, I posted this in parts wanted but thought it might be worth putting the word out here too. Just acquired a 1993 MK1 cabby, looks pretty good for rwc except the wide rims are a no go. I need a set of wheels and tires for RWC purposes only./ Don't really wanna blow the bank as they will end up in the shed anyway.

Any leads?

Thanks again!

Briohny

[Neilmk1gti]

what wheels are on the cabby?

[sports racer]

And where are you located?

[GeorgeMK1]

You can run any 4x100 wheel option bud, surely someone in the family drives a Honda jazz, Mitsubishi lancer, any Honda for that matter, km 3/2, mx5 miata, etc etc etc. so many options.

[Doyle333]

Hi all, thanks for the speedy replies!!! I dunno what the wheels are - posted a pic below. Mechanic reckon too wide, and they have narrow tires on them, with rims poking out beyond the tire. Anyhow, they look great and I'll put them back on after the roadworthy - just gotta get a temporary fix for now. I'm located in Melbourne.

[Doyle333]

Nope- no one in my family drives a small car. I've got a bunch of XF falcon wheels hanging around in the backyard though if anyone wants to swap hahahahaha

[sports racer]

That is a really sweet ride, just right for you and all the girls to go cruising, LA style. And yes, you have to put the wheels back on after rego.

C'mon George, you're in Melbourne, help the lady out with some temp wheels.

Cheers

Paul

[Doyle333]

Thanks Paul! Yeah the wheels really make it that touch sweeter. A perfect ride! Couldn't believe when my mechanic said they were a no go.

[Doyle333]

Ok all - thanks for your help, thought I'd let you know that some kind MK1 owning soul offered to trade wheels with me for a lil' while. First forum win for me! thanks everyone who helped.

[sports racer]

I think the other guy has the win, even if it's only for a short time. He gets to run around with your wheels which are easily my favorite wheel to suit a MK1.

Anytime you want to swap (permanently) for something different let me know.

[Doyle333]

hahahaha, well I'm certainly enjoying the steering now that those wheels are off! Made even more of a difference than I thought it would. Might be better to have 14s or 15s, or spend more time at the gym

[Shadow_Rusty]

Love the look of your Cabby...

It's not the diameter of the rim that changes the steering weight, it's the width of the tyre...
Also, running the Tyres a couple of PSI higher can help a lot with the steering weight too...

After running such nice wide wheels, it's probably a good idea to have a real good look at your steering rack mount on the drivers side for cracks...
I had mine completely sheer off of the chassis... Not a very nice experience...

[nightphotographer]

After running such nice wide wheels, it's probably a good idea to have a real good look at your steering rack mount on the drivers side for cracks...
I had mine completely sheer off of the chassis... Not a very nice experience...

Is this a common thing with MK1s? Might have to do some preventative welding!

[Shadow_Rusty]

Common on the Cabrio's as they shipped with wider wheels from the factory, and weigh about 300kg's more.
Less common on the Golf's, but does still occur...

[sports racer]

It's more common than you would think. The Cabbys are a few 100 kgs heavier than the hardtops and the stress area for the steering is the mounts.

Briohny, it would be best if you replaced your wheels with 14's or 15's and I'm not saying that because I want your wheels and can swap you my 14's or 15's - honest.

Plus, big muscles on a girl only look good on Russian farm girls.

Cheers

Paul