bugster70

If you're running 275/285 in a 19", you'll need to drop to 30 profile tyres. 245/35/19 on an 8" rim for the front sounds fine. I've found this tyre size calculator quite useful in the past for this sort of stuff... Tyre size calculator

Jeez, I feel so dumb trying to work out offsets for these cars, what will fit, what won't, etc. I followed the link Erko provided to an offset calculator (in another - pinned - thread) and can see how different the clearances will be when compared to stock, but my problem is knowing whether that difference in clearance will actually pose a problem or not! So, first, can anyone tell me whether an 8.5" front rim with +38 offset and 9.5" rear with +45 offset will fit a BA Mk1 sedan okay? And then, if you're feeling adventurous, could you explain to me how I can work out what rim width/offset combination will be okay to fit to the same vehicle please?!

And how do you think this compares to OneCare? Apologies if that's a dumb question, I'm a technophobe at heart.

Dave, I've actually got a brand new plasma wall mounting kit (still in its box) that I never ended up using - it's literally been sitting under a bed for, oh, probably a couple of years now! Anyway, it wasn't an eBay item (I bought it from a local store) and is apparently suitable for screens between 30" and 60" (or 75-160cm) weighing up to 80kg (175lbs). I've certainly got no use for it (plans to wall mount my 42" plasma were shelved after we found a nice big entertainment unit that suited our decor better) so am happy to let it go for much less than I paid for it. If you're interested, shoot me a PM and I can email you photos, etc. Not sure where you are (I'm in Canberra) so not sure how much postage would come to - it's not exactly light.

Thanks heaps Dags, very much appreciated mate. I'll see how the auction goes and will be in touch via PM.

Wow, 9 hours, there you go - I certainly couldn't justify that to the wife (and kids!) for 4 bar stools. Dags, is that an offer mate? I'm in no particular rush (the wife may have different ideas) and if you're serious about that, I'll talk to my better half tonight and get back to you (the auction ends tomorrow, so I need to move reasonably quickly for stage one). Dunno where you are, but the stools are in South Yarra - is that too far from you? Haven't been on the forums regularly recently, but you've just reminded me why I love it so much/keep coming back!

Not 100% sure, but I reckon 7 to 8 hours?

Thanks for the suggestion Ben, annoyed I didn't think of that myself. Just a matter of trying to find some spare time during the day to ring a few places, but I'll get onto it when I can! As for driving to Melbourne, not a bad idea, except work and family commitments mean my free/spare time is rare/valuable - plus the drive down the Hume to Melbourne is boring as batsh1t. :( My offer still stands if anyone is planning a trip anyway and wants to reduce the overall cost.

Hi guys I was wondering if anyone was planning on driving from Melbourne to Canberra in the not too distant future? I've seen some bar stools (in Melbourne) that I'd like to buy on eBay, but am having serious trouble being able to find a way to get them back to Canberra (most couriers want them fully boxed, seller unwilling to find suitable box, etc, etc). If anyone is planning on driving from Melbourne to Canberra, and has some spare space in their car, I'd be very happy to pay for your fuel if you're willing to pick up these stools and deliver them to me. Pick up in Melbourne is in South Yarra, drop off in Canberra can be anywhere (I will drive to meet you). There are four bar stools, each about 67cm tall and 35cm x 32cm wide/deep. They're made of aluminium so should be very light. If anyone can help me out I'd be most grateful - either reply to this thread, PM me or email me direct at bugster70@iinet.net.au As I said, I'd be happy to cover the cost of your fuel or come to some other arrangement if you wish. Thanks guys, hope to hear from someone!

Great answer, many thanks mate!

Erko, you seem to know all about what'll fit and what won't. Can you give a range of offsets, in 19" rims for 8"-9.5" widths, that'll fit a BA sedan without rubbing - or isn't it that simple? Is it possible to fit a 10" under the rear guards without rolling them, or is that restricted to utes?

Another happy customer vouching for Mick's skills in this area!

Have I missed something here, or maybe I'm oversimplifying things, but I thought that as long as you kept your rolling diameter the same, your speedo should (technically) not be out at all? As a very rough guide, that means 45 series profile tyres in 17", 40 in 18", 35 in 19" and 30 in 20" - although of course the width of the tyre will play a role too.

I'd definitely get the slotted rotors for their additional cooling abilities, etc - the fact that they also look so much better is an added bonus! As for pads, I think any performance pad is going to be pretty dusty - just the price you pay for improved braking performance. I have the 'standard' pads supplied by PBR with their 'premium' brake kit and they're dusty as hell too.

Sorry for the delay replying, been offline for a few days. I'm no expert, but I'm pretty sure the kit you're looking at is aftermarket/not sanctioned by Ford. Those 330mm rotors may well be compatible with the stock calipers but a) you'll need additional brackets for the calipers to make them work (I think these may be supplied as part of that kit) and b) you'll probably find the rotor isn't as thick as the 'premium' 325mm ones. As for DAB making a 330mm rotor in their 4000 series, I really don't know - I can only assume that it's not listed in their catalogue, they don't make them? Either way, if you're sticking with stock calipers, my inclination would be to keep the same size rotors but to upgrade to the DBA 4000 series items (make sure you buy decent pads too) and not to stuff around with that kit. Better still, go the whole premium bigger caliper/325mm rotor setup. Braided lines make a nice difference to pedal feel too and, IMHO, complete the package.