16" wheels????

chipmcluk · Posted: Sat Sep 27, 2003 1:27 am Post subject: 16" wheels????

Whats the difference between 16" bug wheels and 16" bus wheels? Will bus wheels fit under bug fenders?

VW Addict · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 6:20 pm Post subject:

Yes - I have seen Bus Rims on Bugs Before. I don't think there was any modifications but don't quote me on that one. You have to change the hubs on it though. If your going to put some rims on a Beetle, I'd suggest something a little more formuala sport style.
Good Luck!
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Kommercial · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 7:59 pm Post subject:

Bug and bus 16s are diff widths

Kommercial · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 8:04 pm Post subject:

If I remember correctly bus are 5.50x16 and bug are 6.00x16

VW Addict · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 8:09 pm Post subject:

Ya, they stick out wider, but they fit. What else besides a change of drum housing do they need - also for my own curiosity..
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MattSheldon · Posted: Sun Sep 28, 2003 8:40 pm Post subject:

Thru 67 (both bug and beetle) they will interchange, same bolt pattern
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krusher · Posted: Mon Sep 29, 2003 11:10 am Post subject: 16" wheel sizes

the beetle wheel was a 16" by 3" and the barndoor was a 16" by 3.5", the tyres would be a 5.00" crossply and 5.5" respectivley.

I own a 51 bug and a 54 barndoor. Smile

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