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4-lug Fuchs or 5-lug Fuchs |
Cal |
Jan 13 2018, 10:05 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 615 Joined: 19-November 14 From: Philadelphia Member No.: 18,138 Region Association: North East States |
I've posted several threads recently regarding Fuchs and tire types/sizes. I'm on the fence about staying with the stock 4-lug alloys that came on my 2.0L car or converting over to a 5-lug to run the 911 deep sixes. If I did the conversion I'd probably use PMB's kit. My question is.....am I an absolute idiot to even consider doing this to an original unmolested '74 2.0L? I know it's my car and I can do whatever I want but I'm looking for advise / opinions. If I did the conversion with Eric's kit could I ever convert it back to a 4-lug without much trouble. If I left the car unaltered I'd at least replace the old 165/SR15 tires with the period correct Michelin XWX or the Pirelli CN36's in the 185/70/15 size. Below are photos of the car....
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Montreal914 |
Jan 13 2018, 10:25 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,544 Joined: 8-August 10 From: Claremont, CA Member No.: 12,023 Region Association: Southern California |
As you mentioned, your car, your decision.
I personally think your car looks very nice and classic in this configuration especially with the 165s. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) That said, I'm sure it would be as classic with the deep Fuchs but maybe also keep the era tire size. As for getting things back to stock after a 5 lug conversion, it's just bolt on stuff so that's not a show stopper. Yes rear hubs need to be pressed out of the bearing but still OK. Depending on what conversion you are referring to, if you go 911 front strut, then you will want to replace your master cylinder to a 19mm to match the 911 caliper. If drilled front rotors, then that's straightforward in the front, no master swap needed as you keep your current fr calipers. Tough decision, Good luck (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) And if you decide to do the conversion, we will absolutely want to see pictures. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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