Alloy wheels

[Cerbera]

I have a 2002 Bailey Senator California T/A. Currently it has steel wheels 13". The Bailey book says they are 100 pcd with 30 offset. Anyone know of a car wheel equivalent in 14" that will fit? I've heard that Renault Clio wheels are the same?

With regard to the tyres, Citroen Belingo van tyres come in the appropriate loading and appropriate low profile to suit, but does anyone here know any different?

I feel a trip to Halfwits coming on for a set of cheap alloys.

 

[Mikey1]

Hi

I believe you cant fit car wheel as they are not strong enough.

Unlikey to get 14" wheels on a heavy car.

If you van is 1600kg each wheel must be capable on laod up to 400kg's.

I might be wrong but thats what i have been told and understood,best to check it out properly

 

[Lutz]

Yes, Mikey is right. Wheels not only have to be the correct size, but also have to be appropriate for the loading conditions. However, in the case of a twin axle, the load is comparable with that of a car. Older larger models are likely to have 14 inch wheels. The easiest solution would be to take one of your steel wheels to a dealer and let him find an alloy equivalent. That way, it would also be his responsibility if something goes wrong.

 

[Cerbera]

Understand what you say about wheels being the correct size, but going from 13 to 14 inch and allowing the extra diameter by fitting lower profile tyres (of the correct loading) will give the same rolling circumference.

For example, the tyres are rated at 600kg max load and even with the maximum weight of the van, this leaves a substantial margin. With regard to the wheels not being strong enough, I would suggest that the weight of the van is comparable with a car so no issue there?

 

[Lutz]

As Cerbera say, going from 13" to 14" wheels will probably require low profile tyres to be fitted in order to maintain clearance to the wheel arches. However, low profile tyres absorb less shock. This could mean that fittings and stuff inside the caravan are given are shaken about more when towing. I'd therefore advise fitting shock absorbers, if this has not already been done, if you are seriously considering 14" wheels.

 

[Dustydog]

Hi Cerbera

0-60in ??? secs.

Lutz makes a very important point regarding potential damage to the caravan with the 14s on low profiles. Think of all the extra strain on the seals. Also I have always found low profiles more susceptible to punctures.

Also you may feel it prudent to have a word with your caravan manufacturer. Bailey Senators do come with Alloys now and maybe a set of those may work out cheaper and still look good?

Cheers

Alan

 

[David_from_Ashby]

As Cerbera say, going from 13" to 14" wheels will probably require low profile tyres to be fitted in order to maintain clearance to the wheel arches. However, low profile tyres absorb less shock. This could mean that fittings and stuff inside the caravan are given are shaken about more when towing. I'd therefore advise fitting shock absorbers, if this has not already been done, if you are seriously considering 14" wheels.

Hi Lutz

I think that fitting suspension dampers will do nothing to reduce the shock loading of the caravan fittings, and may in fact make the shock loads worse. What dampers may improve is van stability.

David