reggie Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Well guys I said I'd post some pics with before & after shots, well here's some just after they arrived this morning. I put them up against the Rangie to have a quick look at how big they are........& their big! Now I've just got to get them fitted.......... Then it all begins......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dridze Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Very big but very nice like that, what is your setup about lift etc.. Grtz Hans (who is very exited couse he is going to(maybe) buy a 1990 RR tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smo Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 The biggest problem with 37's (and larger) is lifting them on the bloody studs - nearly did my back in putting one of mine back on last night, couldnt get it lined up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveG Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 The biggest problem with 37's (and larger) is lifting them on the bloody studs - nearly did my back in putting one of mine back on last night, couldnt get it lined up! When putting Simex back on, I'd sometimes use a spade under the tyre. Saves the back and makes putting a heavy tyre & wheel combo back on easier. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Young bobtail Rhys Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 You lot want to get down the gym I have heavy wheel/tyre package and I can still lift them on!!! I am only a wee nipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Humphreys Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 My 35/12.5/16s looked like that before they went on, But with the +2" life they fitted ok, You have to remember that the axle will rise as well, so it will only be 1/2 of the diffrance between the 2 tyre sizes. Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clbarclay Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Having trouble lifting lifting 37s onto studs, why not lower the studs to the wheel holes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smo Posted October 4, 2008 Share Posted October 4, 2008 Because holding a tyre in the right place, whilst adjusting a workshop jack at the front is a 2 man job....and i'm only 1 man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clbarclay Posted October 4, 2008 Share Posted October 4, 2008 2 people does make life easier in so many ways, put your mind to it and there are ways of doing it on your own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie Posted October 4, 2008 Author Share Posted October 4, 2008 Fortunately for me I've been into bodybuilding & weightlifting for 17yrs so I should be ok.................. You watch my next post will be "37s put my back out!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie Posted October 11, 2008 Author Share Posted October 11, 2008 Some pics with the wheels fitted, the arches have been trimmed moderately so I can drive it but will need to be done again when I get some arches in a few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathan Posted October 11, 2008 Share Posted October 11, 2008 Reggie that looks great! How does it drive? Any rubbing or catching at all? It looks like it might need a touch more taking from the back doors but you'll know when you come to fit the arches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Humphreys Posted October 11, 2008 Share Posted October 11, 2008 Looks good, but I think a lot more cutting to be done. Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie Posted October 11, 2008 Author Share Posted October 11, 2008 It drives on the road fine with no rubbing or scuffing but I wouldn't take it offroad like that. The only reason I haven't cut more is because I don't have the arches yet & I didn't want to cut too much off & then the arches don't cover where I've cut. I still haven't decided on which ones to buy yet. As soon as I get some I'm sure a fair bit more metal will be removed & it should be fine in the sticky stuff. I've even articulated it as a quick test to see & it doesn't look like I will have to take an awful lot more off when the arches get fitted. I could probably get away with doing a few gentle lanes as it is but don't really want to take the risk of gashing the tyres. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roybatty666 Posted October 11, 2008 Share Posted October 11, 2008 I have spent enough and now you make me want bigger tires, damn you!!!! Seriously though that looks awsome, something so right about the simple look of a Classic on f'ing great tyres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie Posted October 31, 2008 Author Share Posted October 31, 2008 I have spent enough and now you make me want bigger tires, damn you!!!!Seriously though that looks awsome, something so right about the simple look of a Classic on f'ing great tyres Sorry, it just had to be done though........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunc Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Sorry to ressurect an old thread, but i was just looking through some gallery pictures and drolling over Reggie's truck so i felt the need to comment; LOVE IT!!! Next time you head into Wales, stop in for a brew at mine so i can take some photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wib Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Some pics with the wheels fitted, the arches have been trimmed moderately so I can drive it but will need to be done again when I get some arches in a few weeks. i woudnt drive it on the road without the arches on am sure u could get done for it from the boys in blue for the sharp edges its only what i have bein told what your thoughts ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missingsid Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 i woudnt drive it on the road without the arches on am sure u could get done for it from the boys in blue for the sharp edges its only what i have bein told what your thoughts ian Not only that but the 3" of tread sticking out is another! Marc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie Posted January 3, 2010 Author Share Posted January 3, 2010 i woudnt drive it on the road without the arches on am sure u could get done for it from the boys in blue for the sharp edges its only what i have bein told what your thoughts ian Not only that but the 3" of tread sticking out is another! Marc. I fitted arches not long after those wheels went on in 2008 so I didn't have to drive it on the road for more than a few miles round the village with the tyres sticking out. See pics below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wib Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I fitted arches not long after those wheels went on in 2008 so I didn't have to drive it on the road for more than a few miles round the village with the tyres sticking out. See pics below. looks very tidy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 That looks gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddychris300tdi Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 That looks really smart and not over the top. I would love a set on my disco but being lifted 3" it would be rather top heavy. What do they handle like on the road at speed? Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berti1554 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Really looks good... Have you done any changes on the axles like stronger half shafts? Also, as your rrc is a 93 V8 it should have cats (is this the correct short term for catalytic converters ) installed. So you have the "small" front drive shaft. Any problems with it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggie Posted January 4, 2010 Author Share Posted January 4, 2010 That looks really smart and not over the top. I would love a set on my disco but being lifted 3" it would be rather top heavy. What do they handle like on the road at speed? Chris Really looks good... Have you done any changes on the axles like stronger half shafts? Also, as your rrc is a 93 V8 it should have cats (is this the correct short term for catalytic converters ) installed. So you have the "small" front drive shaft. Any problems with it? I haven't had any problems with it so far although it hasn't been driven much for the last 12 months. When I did use it I just took it easy as there was a lot of scare mongering that I would snap my drive train as soon as I went up a kerb........ I was constantly paranoid but it proved to be fine just taking it slow & steady. My Rangie has 180k on it & the drive train is tired & well worn so I expected something to have gone but it didn't, it's only a matter of time as though as it is old & the 37s won't help. It is down to how you drive & lots of other factors, if you were using it for challenges & hard off roading then I'm guessing the standard drive train wouldn't last 5 Min's. The suspension is a 2" lift with a 2" body lift & combined with the tyres does make it all quite tall. It's a far cry from what it was when I bought it standard & a totally different drive now. I's hard to say what another vehicle would be like with the same set up as like I said mine is tired & needs some TLC, that's the reason why I haven't been using it + the fact that I've had a baby girl. The bushes desperately need replacing so driving it isn't very nice as its all over the place, I want to get some poly bushes fitted before it goes back on the road & that should tighten things back up. I can then give a more accurate account of how it behaves on & off the road. All in all I'm glad I done all the mods & wouldn't change it back under any circustances. Lots more to do in the future with an endless list that keeps growing, I'm just going to replace stuff when it goes with the uprated gear like heavy duty shafts etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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