235 v 225 18 inch tyres

[soto2003]

Afternoon all

This is my first post having purchased a bongo at the start of March. Already been on a couple of trips to Devon/Cornwall. Saw three bongs on the 1st trip and one on the 2nd (versus at least 500 T4/5/6s). Very happy with my purchase.

I have a black 2l lpg conversion 53 plate and I recently bought some rx8 alloys. I did a bit of research and found a few people on here saying 235/50/18s were ok. I bought a set of four part worn continentals but on fitting it appears the anti roll bar is in the way. Has anyone had the same issue? If so, does a spacer work? Will I then need longer bolts? Any advice would be appreciated

Cheers
Ed

[Bob]

Hi.

I'm no expert on alloys, but you need to check the RX8 wheels are strong enough for the Bongo (the latter is almost a ton heavier) and you need to check the load rating on the tyres.

Minimum 92 on the front and 96 on the back.

[soto2003]

Hi Bob

Yes, I have checked the alloys are strong enough and the 235s are rated 101.

Hopefully someone knows if I can use spacers, if not I’ll resell on eBay and get some 225/50/18s

Thanks

[Winnie-bongo]

I ran 235/50/18 on RX8 wheels with no problems at all, since changed to Wolfrace Eurosport Assassin's with 235/50/18 101 tyres