Logic

Hello all I have obtained a set of Range Rover Vogue wheels I think from a P38, so have had to get a set of wheel adaptors since the smaller diameter stud pattern. Each adaptor adds a width of approx 50mm to each side and the wheels are 155's and 18" dia, but I can't remeber the profile. I haven't yet fitted these as MOT time is soon, and I'm concerned about the wheels protruding out past the standard arches. Has anybody any experience of fitting this size wheels with adaptors to a standard 1999 TD5 90? Are they likely to protrude? In the event I require wider arches, can anyone point me in the direction of subtly wider arches that are likely to accommodate the extra width? Are there any safety issue's with using adaptors i.e extra strain on the axles etc? I have got new steel wheel nuts to mount the adaptors, and wheel nuts suitable for mounting the alloys. Thanks in advance.

While the calculation is correct, the voltage would need to be calculated at 12V as a vehicle indicator bulb is rated at 21 watts of power at a voltage of 12 (or whatever else is on the 'bulb'). Therefore 21 / 12 = 1.75amp, then 12 x 1.75 = 6.857 ohms. I don't actually know for sure the effect of having higher/less resistances on the flasher as I have never felt the need to try, but I'd guess that the flashing speed difference would be considerable since there would be two 'bulbs' (or more if towing?). 2 resistances in parallel is calculated by (R1xR2)/(R1+R2), and 3 or more by 1/Rt = 1/R1+1/R2+1/R3 etc (sorry I don't know how to correctly display the '1 over R total equals 1 over R1 plus 1 over R2 etc.). The EASIEST way would be to get a working 'cold' bulb (resistance changes proportionately with temperature) and put your ohmmeter (multimeter) across the terminals and this would give you an exact resistance - remember to subtract your multimeter lead resistance value. Dennis

For my first post I'd like to say "hello folks", and also thank you for the knowledge and information which I've been able to read up on in the forum history. Lot's of valuable advice to a new 'first time' Defender owner. I have a coloured soft top which is showing it's age now with fading, and also the straps holding the buckles are about to snap. I've seen sites online which will sell the parts to repair it but I think a new one is in order. What I'm not sure on is how to identify whether it's a canvas or mohair top. Incase it makes a difference, it's one with rope looped round the sides and over the top of the rear. The sides have the flap at the rear that the back door panel comes round to pass the 'thingy' though a hole to fasten to the buckle (as you can read, correct terminology isn't my stong point). If mine is likely to be canvas, what are the benefits of spending extra for mohair? Thanks P.s. My apologies if this is covered elsewhere - I did try a search.