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[T3] wheel width...(with a twist)


I am currently in the middle of rear disc brake/Porsche wheel
conversion.
I purchased rear disc brake kit from CBPerformance (rotohub for 69 and
later beetle) and had no problems installing them.  I was very
impressed with the components.  Looks like the only modification will
be to the emergency brake cables.  I also purchased late model Porsche
Alloys (16x7) with 40mm offset and 205/50/16 tires for rear and
195/50/16 tires for front.  In my tire research I was amazed at how
dimensionally different sizes are depending on manufacturer. 
Yokohama, & Michelin tires are smaller for the same size than say
Dunlop.  This may be a nice little trick up ones sleeve.  Anyway, have
not been able to test fit tires/wheels yet but I guarantee it will be
a very tight fit.  Will probably have to modify a few items.  BTW, my
car is 69 Fasty with stock width IRS suspension.
I will repost with progress.
Unfortunately, I will be out of town on business for atleast the next
two weeks.  I am unsubscribed till then.
Brian Schlepp

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