QUOTE(porschetub @ Dec 6 2018, 11:04 AM)
QUOTE(Jamie @ Dec 7 2018, 05:59 AM)
That doesn't appear to be an original steel rim, as the holes are rectangular rather than original ovals. So the rim is probably wider than the original 4.5 or 5.5" and sticks up more than original tire width. I have no problem with the floorboard lying flat on the tire, but it is higher than the adjoining flat area on the frame.
,you nailed it.
JFG -
Take the white thing out & just use a thin plastic sheet if you want protection, but don't leave it in because it can hold water in & not let it drain out the trunk well floor drains (make sure they're clear).
Both the Super Beetle steel wheels had that square cut-out, as do the 73-76 914 "Star Mag Style" steel wheels, but the offset is different on the Bug ones.
So check that it's the correct 914 steel wheel, no more than the 5.5" rim width, & hasn't been widened after the fact, & that it has 165/80R15 tires (or 155). If larger, then you'll probably need to get a smaller tyre (try Longstone Tyres).
Also check what George said above about the floor not being pushed up.
Also check that somebody didn't do a half-fast trunk floor repair, & just weld another floor on top of the old, because that's just a rust trap, & will raise the tire/tyre up 1/4" - 1/2"+!
The tire board (tyre board for you) does rest on the tire/tyre sidewalls.
The try the install trick that Racer said after checking all the above.
Looking forward to seeing your Lads at the Rugby World Cup next year!
Ruck on!
Cheers Mate!
Tom
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