Nice looking wheels CG

But why does nearly everyone go for larger more bling wheels?
They kerb easier - and then look
When to pinch them against the kerb/rocks the sidewalls are ruined.
They give a harsher ride.
There is a smaller selection of tyres available.

Handling is never going to be in the Lotus league so low profiles just don't make sense

So wish mine had 16" wheels as standard - will do as soon as SWMBO/finances relent. Tangiers Orange - gone, missing her
Replaced by Ewok what a mistake - now a happy Disco Sport owner

Andy131 wrote:

But why does nearly everyone go for larger more bling wheels?

Simply because the majority of people prefer the way a vehicle looks with bigger wheels. If I offered a free upgrade on every car sold to the next size up then I would estimate that less than 5% would turn my offer down.

Don't get me wrong, your justification for smaller wheels as absolutely spot on, however it does depend on where you stand in terms of form over function. Personally, I think that you are right, however I personally prefer the way a vehicle looks with bigger wheels, therefore I would compromise on kerb vulnerability and cost to have an aesthetically appealing vehicle. Lots of people mention a difference in ride, and this is also right from a physics perspective, however this is also a personal thing. We test drive many people in many Freelander with different size wheels, and again I would suggest that less than 5% could tell the difference between a 18"/19" wheel on an HSE as far as the ride is concerned.

Why not offer your wheels as a like for like swap on the forum. I bet there will be a LE Black, S, GS or XS owner who would swap?

James

athelstan wrote:

CG
Those wheels are called "StyleTwo". here in CH. You can "upgade" (haha) to those from standard "GS" wheels for the small consideration of SFr 560 each. That's approximately UK£ 350 each at this morning's FX rates

those are CG originals so therefore priceless. At work
At home

"I can't always believe facts I read on the web" - Charles Dickens

winner by default of the tractor vs caravan race

ad210358 wrote:

AndyC wrote:

"Iffy's" is a term used for a type of LR "alternative" alloy wheel that has been purchsed by one forum member who thought he was getting another type (the right type) and whom is occasionaly reminded of the error by some offensive forum members

Bit Strong

I agree ad21.... but who started teasing about his iffy's They dont look bad at all, even on a black FL2  2007 Freelander 2 HSE TD4 Manual with Premium Pack & Moonroof.
Stornoway Grey with Ebony Black Pleather, Clear Indicators, Body Side Mouldings etc.

Don't look bad, is that also half way to don't look good either From my point the funny bit is when CG realised that they were not what he thought they were Priceless, just wish I could have seen his face it must have been a picture
Any way I even had a set just bought them though for the tyres, was then going to put a set of winter tyres on them but after the snow we had the Freely coped pretty well on the standard Conti's so decided to get shot and have £500 in my pocket rather than the garage.
I don't think CG minds, he gives as good as he gets and there is never any malice (from me anyway) it's just a bit of "Banter"

ad210358 wrote:

I don't think CG minds, they are covered in chicken muck most of the year anyway

 2007 Freelander 2 HSE TD4 Manual with Premium Pack & Moonroof.
Stornoway Grey with Ebony Black Pleather, Clear Indicators, Body Side Mouldings etc.

your all a bunch of W ers At work
At home

"I can't always believe facts I read on the web" - Charles Dickens

winner by default of the tractor vs caravan race

His either had a bad night with the youngster, the wife, the chicken nightly feed, hungover, got his tax bill, found the Queens put his rent up to fund the popes visit, seen the Visa statement, got out of the wrong side of bed or caught AndyCitus  Former Mod/Member, with the most post & Chicken George Arch nemesis

npinks wrote:

His either had a bad night with the youngster, the wife, the chicken nightly feed, hungover, got his tax bill, found the Queens put his rent up to fund the popes visit, seen the Visa statement, got out of the wrong side of bed or caught AndyCitus

nope , I'm in a good mood today. a bit luck really I was moving a machine like this one today and it fell of its trailer as I had not strapped it down only moving it 30 yards across a field. Anyhow no damage, not a bit only wounded pride

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So don't be so miserable then cheer up

Andy131 wrote:

Nice looking wheels CG

But why does nearly everyone go for larger more bling wheels?
They kerb easier - and then look
When to pinch them against the kerb/rocks the sidewalls are ruined.
They give a harsher ride.
There is a smaller selection of tyres available.

Handling is never going to be in the Lotus league so low profiles just don't make sense

So wish mine had 16" wheels as standard - will do as soon as SWMBO/finances relent.

.......I can park my car without rubbing them against the curb. Love the ride and love the look. I'm on 275\45\20.  FL2, TD4 HSE
The flaming Orange!

This is how you "kerb" a tyre

General Grabber AT2 less than 4000 miles old, kissed a rock at speed.



Best bit is - that wheel was relatively strait, the front wheel was buckled but stayed inflated.

Wouldn't really want to do it with low profile tyres. Tangiers Orange - gone, missing her
Replaced by Ewok what a mistake - now a happy Disco Sport owner