Tyre Upgrade for the swift - Page 21 - Team-BHP

GTO · 23rd July 2008, 16:47

I'd go for the LG-190. While I am a die-hard fan of 5 spoke alloys, the LG-203 has too much jewellery on it. The 190 is classy.

zenopio · 23rd July 2008, 19:22

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Originally Posted by Epic

Hi Zenopio,

I like your rims. Very BMW type. Any issues with the 7.5J width? Are they touching anywhere at full lock or full load? How is the ride on 50 profile?

thanks budddy ..no not even a single issue and i feel the ride is the same as my previous 15 inch alloyes with 50 profile ,

ride is good

and i am enjoying the attention people are giving to my ride

zenopio · 23rd July 2008, 19:23

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Originally Posted by garyjacob

hey guys pls help me choose between these two models for my red swift.both are 15"alloys.i have decided to go in for the yoko s drive as per the suggestions of the tyre gurus.please help....

why are you not going for 16 inch buddy , even i went for 15 inch before but i was not satisfied so got 16 now...

karan561 · 23rd July 2008, 20:06

I upgraded my Swift Ldi Tyres @ 33k kms to 185/70 , Potenza G III's . . GLUE thats the WORD . done around 4k after the upgrade .

garyjacob · 25th July 2008, 18:00

After so much of reading through the forums.....i have finalized on the lg 190 15"alloys and the yoko s drive 205/55/r15.Thanks to all the bhpians who has helped me to make the right decision.will post the pics soon.

Epic · 26th July 2008, 11:26

Hi guys,

What is the offset value of the stock rims on the Swift Vxi? I have upgraded to 15" X 6.5J with an offset of 43. I am now planning to upgrade to 16" X 7J OR 16" X 7.5J with 205/50/R16 tyres. What should be the offset of the same and how is it calculated?

zenopio · 26th July 2008, 13:28

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Originally Posted by Epic

Hi guys,

What is the offset value of the stock rims on the Swift Vxi? I have upgraded to 15" X 6.5J with an offset of 43. I am now planning to upgrade to 16" X 7J OR 16" X 7.5J with 205/50/R16 tyres. What should be the offset of the same and how is it calculated?

38 shud be the offset,mine is 38 with 7.5j

Epic · 26th July 2008, 14:57

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Originally Posted by zenopio

38 shud be the offset,mine is 38 with 7.5j

Hi Zenopio,

Thanks for the info. Any idea though as to how the offset is calculated? Is it safe to say that 38 should be the offset for any 16" rim on a Swift or will the same vary depending on the tyre size and rim design? My 15" rims have an offset of 43, however i believe there are other BHPians who are running on 15" with a different offset. Im confused here and dont want to get this wrong.

Karkrazy · 26th July 2008, 15:09

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Originally Posted by hemlock

Hi Guys,

what do you think are the best tyre upgrade options for the swift, i'm planning to go for a Swift Vxi ABS and i was told that they come with 165/80 R 14 Tubeless tyres, with normal rims.

It would be great if someone could walk me through the possible options and also the approx pricing. I'm looking to upgrade to 185/70 R 14's.

I think you can go for 185/70/14 , 195/65/14 , 205/65/14
Or if you want to go for 15" rims you can go for 195/60/15 or wider choice would be 205/60/15

The alloys would cost you min @ 10200 (Machined Black Finish) for set of 4
Min 14500 for chrome finish for set of 4

diwa · 26th July 2008, 15:23

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Originally Posted by mohitmanaktala

Hi guys ,

I have changed my swift vdi stock tyres from 165/80/R14 to michillin 185/70/R14 kindly advice that is that the correct tyre size i got for my car and how much tyre pressure should be kept in front and rear to have a good FE and better pickup

Mohit

Whats the cost per tyre? I paid Rs 17,500/- for 5 XM1+ with wheel balance and allignment.

Karkrazy · 28th July 2008, 15:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by mohitmanaktala

Hi guys ,

I have changed my swift vdi stock tyres from 165/80/R14 to michillin 185/70/R14 kindly advice that is that the correct tyre size i got for my car and how much tyre pressure should be kept in front and rear to have a good FE and better pickup

185/70/14 IS THE RIGHT SIZE FOR SWIFT , I THINK 28 IN FRONT & 30 IN THE BACK WOULD BE THE RIGHT PRESSURE

Epic · 30th July 2008, 17:26

Ok Guys,

I am sorry to ask this question over and over again but thats because i seem to be getting mixed answers. Once again here are my questions:

1. What is the original offset of the Swift Vxi?

2. I have upgrade to 15" X 6.5 OZ Racing rims with ET 43 shod with 195/60/R15 tyres. If offset should always remain the same regardless of the size of rim and profile of tyre, howcome the professionals at OZ Racing recommended and offset of 43 for my rims? I am using these rims since the past 1.5 years with no issues what-so-ever.

3. I am planning to now upgrade to 16" rims i.e. 16" X 7 OR 16" X 7.5 with 205/50/R16 tyres. What should be the offset of the rims? Will it change or remain the same as that of the stock rims?

4. Will a 16" rim with 205/50/R16 tyre fit in the spare wheel well?

5. Will there be any fouling in the wheel archs at full lock or at full load?

All experts please help and give me the final suggestions / right specifications for the above questions and doubts

Karkrazy · 30th July 2008, 17:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by Epic

Ok Guys,

I am sorry to ask this question over and over again but thats because i seem to be getting mixed answers. Once again here are my questions:

1. What is the original offset of the Swift Vxi?

2. I have upgrade to 15" X 6.5 OZ Racing rims with ET 43 shod with 195/60/R15 tyres. If offset should always remain the same regardless of the size of rim and profile of tyre, howcome the professionals at OZ Racing recommended and offset of 43 for my rims? I am using these rims since the past 1.5 years with no issues what-so-ever.

3. I am planning to now upgrade to 16" rims i.e. 16" X 7 OR 16" X 7.5 with 205/50/R16 tyres. What should be the offset of the rims? Will it change or remain the same as that of the stock rims?

4. Will a 16" rim with 205/50/R16 tyre fit in the spare wheel well?

5. Will there be any fouling in the wheel archs at full lock or at full load?

All experts please help and give me the final suggestions / right specifications for the above questions and doubts

The right offset for swift is 38 . According to me You should go for 16 X 7 with 205/55/16 or 205/50/16 is the recommended upsize for your swift.

iraghava · 30th July 2008, 20:27

Epic - I and many other have said this before, a certain amount of tolerance is allowed in the wheel offset. If the stock is 38, then 43 is perfectly acceptable.

For understanding this, read here: Car Bibles : The Wheel and Tire Bible Page 2 of 2

DieselFan · 30th July 2008, 21:34

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Originally Posted by Karkrazy

185/70/14 IS THE RIGHT SIZE FOR SWIFT , I THINK 28 IN FRONT & 30 IN THE BACK WOULD BE THE RIGHT PRESSURE

These are wrong tyre pressures. for VDI with 185/70/14 tyres you would use 28-29 PSI in the rear and 31-32 PSI in the front.
Due to diesel engine front tyres need about 2-3 PSI more pressure than the rear.

23rd July 2008, 16:47	#301 (permalink)
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 13,156 View My Garage	I'd go for the LG-190. While I am a die-hard fan of 5 spoke alloys, the LG-203 has too much jewellery on it. The 190 is classy. __________________ GTO Change the way you think, and watch the world change around you. Please don't PM for support. Use the Contact Form instead. Please read the NEW Team-BHP FAQ section for all your queries.

25th July 2008, 18:00	#305 (permalink)
garyjacob Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cochin Posts: 25	Thanks After so much of reading through the forums.....i have finalized on the lg 190 15"alloys and the yoko s drive 205/55/r15.Thanks to all the bhpians who has helped me to make the right decision.will post the pics soon.

26th July 2008, 11:26	#306 (permalink)
Epic BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 173	Hi guys, What is the offset value of the stock rims on the Swift Vxi? I have upgraded to 15" X 6.5J with an offset of 43. I am now planning to upgrade to 16" X 7J OR 16" X 7.5J with 205/50/R16 tyres. What should be the offset of the same and how is it calculated? __________________ ___________________________ *If everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane!!!!!*

30th July 2008, 17:26	#312 (permalink)
Epic BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 173	Ok Guys, I am sorry to ask this question over and over again but thats because i seem to be getting mixed answers. Once again here are my questions: 1. What is the original offset of the Swift Vxi? 2. I have upgrade to 15" X 6.5 OZ Racing rims with ET 43 shod with 195/60/R15 tyres. If offset should always remain the same regardless of the size of rim and profile of tyre, howcome the professionals at OZ Racing recommended and offset of 43 for my rims? I am using these rims since the past 1.5 years with no issues what-so-ever. 3. I am planning to now upgrade to 16" rims i.e. 16" X 7 OR 16" X 7.5 with 205/50/R16 tyres. What should be the offset of the rims? Will it change or remain the same as that of the stock rims? 4. Will a 16" rim with 205/50/R16 tyre fit in the spare wheel well? 5. Will there be any fouling in the wheel archs at full lock or at full load? All experts please help and give me the final suggestions / right specifications for the above questions and doubts __________________ ___________________________ *If everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane!!!!!*

30th July 2008, 20:27	#314 (permalink)
iraghava Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bhaiyyaland Posts: 7,758 View My Garage	Epic - I and many other have said this before, a certain amount of tolerance is allowed in the wheel offset. If the stock is 38, then 43 is perfectly acceptable. For understanding this, read here: Car Bibles : The Wheel and Tire Bible Page 2 of 2 __________________ There is a very fine line between "Hobby" and "Mental Illness".

23rd July 2008, 20:06	#304 (permalink)
karan561 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: mumbai Posts: 365 View My Garage	I upgraded my Swift Ldi Tyres @ 33k kms to 185/70 , Potenza G III's . . GLUE thats the WORD . done around 4k after the upgrade .

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