fearofweapons Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Hello, I have a 1975 SIII short wheel base with tubed rims, tubes and tyres. What are my options for replacing these with alternate wheels that are tubeless? Ideally I would like something that is in keeping with the original steel wheels in terms of look etc. Even if they do not come in the correct colour that can be rectified at a later date. The current tyres need replacing and so I'm probably looking for a wheel /tyre package. regards, Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I’ve recerly bought some late Defender steel wheels, which are tubeless. It was a bit of a hunt to get them - but they are out there and are almost indistinguishable from Series wheels. If you do a search on here there is a thread with pictures of how to identify them, which is really helpful if you’re looking through eBay adverts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I’ve recerly bought some late Defender steel wheels, which are tubeless. It was a bit of a hunt to get them - but they are out there and are almost indistinguishable from Series wheels. If you do a search on here there is a thread with pictures of how to identify them, which is really helpful if you’re looking through eBay adverts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 Here’s a set that’s been on eBay for a little while: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F152354677668 Not the cheapest - but if you want white they may work out a similar price to blasting and painting a more worn out set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fearofweapons Posted March 7, 2018 Author Share Posted March 7, 2018 That's great - many thanks. I have now seen a couple of sets come up so will keep my eyes open for a set at a reasonable price close to home. cheers, Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazzar Posted March 7, 2018 Share Posted March 7, 2018 Out of curiosity, what size and profile are those defender rims? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted March 7, 2018 Share Posted March 7, 2018 Just the same as the tubed rim except for the extra lip to hold the bead in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted March 7, 2018 Share Posted March 7, 2018 Here is the excellent thread I referred to earlier: https://forums.lr4x4.com/topic/17756-tubed-and-tubeless-wolf-rims/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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