BIGGER ALLOYS WITH STRAIGHT SWAP??

[MasterMelon]

I have a mk2 2005 5dr clio currently running on 14 inch wheels. I want to buy alloys and seen alot of 15inch 172s on ebay quite cheap.

Could I straight swap them over without changing anything?

Thanks

 

[-Danman-]

Yes they're a straight swap mate.

 

[Mar172]

I have a mk2 2005 5dr clio currently running on 14 inch wheels. I want to buy alloys and seen alot of 15inch 172s on ebay quite cheap.

Could I straight swap them over without changing anything?

Thanks

mastermelon why don't you become a member and then you could ask the non sports guys on the forum I could save you £pounds

 

[MasterMelon]

You 100% sure? I wouldnt have to fiddle with wheel arches, spacers, doesnt affect full lock, centre hub all the same?

Ive heard it messes up the gears, and the speedo, sorry for all the questions but you probably know more than I do

 

[mikeh]

When going for a larger wheel size, you generally reduce tyre sidewall size to keep the rolling radius constant.

Most 15s will be fitted with 195/50/15 tyres, which should be correct for your car, so there will be almost no impact on your speedo or gearing.

 

[MasterMelon]

Thanks mate.

 

[-Danman-]

If they are genuine Renault clio wheels they all use the same fitment.

You could even get the 16" sport wheels and they'd fit fine.

Im im not sure how much difference they'd make to the speedo going up from 14"s though.

 

[MasterMelon]

Hopefully if I go to 15s not alot

 

[cat171]

Also, if you fit 15's & go for 195/50 tyres, even the decent make ones are very cheap.