16" Alloys onto NL

[Shayne]

Does anyone know if the 16" Alloy wheels off a 2002 model GLS will fit on a 1997 NL GLX with flares.
Is the offset ok?
Have seen some on ebay...thinking they might be a good option
Currently running 15x 7 with 31" BFG.
Want to fit bigger 16" tyres......

[Greg]

15" tyres are generally cheaper than 16's and you can get the big tyres still. Also, a set of 31x10.5r16's is no bigger than a set of 31x10.5r15's so if you wanted bigger tyres i'd suggest getting some 33 x 12.5 R15's maybe? or some 32x11.5 R15's.

[Shayne]

Yep I know - had 305 70 16 and 285 75 16 on my 80 Series Cruiser.
And still got the 305's BFG Muddies in the shed
Not cheap
But with the current 15 x 7 rims on the Paj - I don't want to put any bigger than 31"on them. To go up to 33" I will need 8 " rims. Thinking the 16" Alloys will take the 33" tyres

[cutting it]

2002 pajero rims won't fit a NL.. different type of wheel / vechile altogether.

Ray

[Shayne]

Thanks Ray - They are 6 stud - Is stud Pattern Different?

[cutting it]

Offset is different, centre wheel hub is different..... you can get 16" for the NL though, from the NL with the wide guards and other mits models.. also other makes of cars that have 16" can fit.

Talk to a wheel dealer that knows there rims.. they'll let you know what you can do

Ray

[Shayne]

Thank you again Ray
I will look for some GLX rims or something similar from a Toyo
Thanks heaps

[nj swb]

Thank you again Ray
I will look for some GLX rims or something similar from a Toyo
Thanks heaps

Toyo offset isn't well suited to a Pajero either - increases the track significantly (which some people like) but places additional stress on steering and front suspension components (and there's the whole "roadworthy" argument.)

Nissan offset rims are completely legal - presuming you stick within your guards, which is as much a tyre issue as anything.

Personally, I suggest some 16x7" Pajero alloys with 265/75-16 tyres - 32" OD with no problems.

[Shayne]

Thank you - appriciate the info from everyone -that sounds like a good plan - The 16 x 7 Alloys ..........With the 265's. will go this way