Wheels to fit a T5...

[Dubswin]

Hi, I posted this yesterday in the "Wheels etc" forum, but no bites yet, so running it here as well.

Yeah, so...

1) I have an 08 Transporter 128kw and I'm wondering if some of the current model optional T5 VW alloys (as per VW Aust website) will go straight onto my "superceded" model? eg. the 16" Tangis and some of the 17" wheels?

2) I use the van as a car only, it does no work and no heavy lifting. For this reason I have been running Michelin Agilis tyres as they are quite car like in ride comfort etc. I know that I have to have load rated wheels by law but am wondering if anyone knows of some particularly nice aftermarket alloys, probably 16" or 17". Have seen one real nice 5 spoke job previously but I can't remember the brand. Would need something that goes straight on without any offset hassles etc.

Cheers for that, Dubswin.

[rob64981]

Be prepared for the flack about fitting none approved wheels from some of the members on here!

I have used BMW X5 wheels on a T5 in the UK and never had any problems.

I know people that have used car rated wheels and not carried massive loads and never had any problems.



Good luck Rob

[njg02]

Dubswin. Short answer 'Yes". Long answer is that there are others that may fit and look good. The bolt pattern is 120 x 5 which is also the same as holden and bmw. land rover is close. Just watch your load rating and offset.
Neil

[ericcs]

Dubswin. Short answer 'Yes". Long answer is that there are others that may fit and look good. The bolt pattern is 120 x 5 which is also the same as holden and bmw. land rover is close. Just watch your load rating and offset.
Neil

and i believe some mercedes rims also run the same pcd

[IN2VWS]

If you have a 128kw, then the 16" wheels will not fit. You need 17" or larger.

[Dubswin]

Thanks for the feedback guys.

I intend to use the correct load rated wheels. Just wondering what else is available apart from exxy VW ones.

The van is an ex Ambo 128kw one and it is currently fitted with the VW 16" "Miyato" alloys that they all seemed to come with. Just looking for something different.

Anyone interested in the above wheels, good condition apart from a few kerb scratches, with or without rubber?

cheers, Dubswin.

[flyingfridge]

If you have a 128kw, then the 16" wheels will not fit. You need 17" or larger.

That rule only applies to the T5GP and the TDI400 (132kW) engine. The 128kW in the T5 were actually standard with the 16" wheel in later models (VWA originally brought them out with the 17s but a lot of customers complained as 17" tyres were extremely expensive at the time, especially load rated ones so they reverted to the 16s as a running change)

[mikinoz]

A few things I've found;

- Load rating is important, if you understand it or not, the consequences are dire if things go wrong
- if you fit non oem wheels make sure that you get a hub centric ring to take up the difference between the alloy and the hub
- make sure your lugs are the right type for the wheels you use (conical or ball) and are long enough
- check bolts regularly

Not telling anyone how to go about their business but these are some common sense things to follow.

[Squalo]

Hi Dubswin

I have a 2007 t5 128 4 motion with 17" Vw OEM wheels- don't know what they are called though. I am looking for a set of 16" T5 rims and would be happy to exchange mine- just couldn't figure out where you are located (new to this site)
let me know if you are interested i might even be able to get a photo of them posted

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Hi I am interested in your wheels but don't get to the Tweed very often anymore. I am in Sydney. Let me know how much you want for them.

[Dubswin]

Hi New Dubber, if you would like to text me please on 0414 997722 to discuss further. Cheers, Dubswin.

[Ivo]

I fitted 2011 17" steelies to my 09 Multi.

Range Rover wheels are load rated and fit. You just need a spigot ring and bolt kit. Not sure about the legalities of spigot rings though......! Something like this..... BRAND NEW RANGE ROVER TO VW T5 ALLOY WHEEL CONVERSION KIT BOLTS & SPIGOT RINGS | eBay


I also have a set of Factory 16" alloys that came off my 09 Multivan gathering dust if some one wants them for a fair price.

[top_oz_bloke]

Hey Dubswin,

I'm in the same boat, looking for some nice rims for my T5. Originally I was keen on 18" but I don't think there are any load rated tyres available (maybe a Yoko, but dear as poison).

17" plenty of affordable tyres but having trouble finding load rated rims that I like. At the moment i'm liking black painted 17" steelies over a lot of the aftermarket stuff.

I've been doing most of my looking on UK sites - plenty of post my ride/rims type threads to look at on their forums. Seems a lot tend to throw the load rated thing out and are running 18-20" though.

Alloy Wheels - Performance Alloys.com® - The Alloy Wheel Experts and Alloy Wheels - RaceandRoad.com - Alloy Wheels and Tyre Experts. Large range of Quality Alloy Wheels for Cars and Vans.. are a couple of sites which seem to have a pretty good coverage of the T5 alternatives. The latter claim that all their T5 fitments are 100% to spec but the other needs a bit of caution as they seem to consider only offset and bolt pattern as being suitable.

On the load rating thing I'm not willing to take the gamble. My understanding is that although it's a static rating, there s a factor of safety built in to accommodate the dynamic loading and hence why the ratings are so much higher than GVM/4 (I have seen quite a few argue this is all you need, which makes me shudder).

[mikinoz]

I'm thinking of selling my 18" rims that are on my Multivan at the moment. Load rated with load rated tyres. If anyone is in Sydney and genuinely interested then PM me - no postage.

I might be trying to get some 19" under there!

[rob64981]

Mikinoz,
You have a serious PM.
Rob

[David Oswald]

I have fitted legally NEXEN 255/45ZR18 103W XL on speedy load rated rims love them.......David Pics on this link

https://www.dropbox.com/gallery/2959...erior?h=07f52a