I have a 1996 410D with 185/75/R14 wheels annd found the engine seemed to be screaming at 50mph. I took the plunge have just put 609 wheels on instead (225/75/R16). I'm now able to comfortably do 55mph now with out the engine sounding like it's going to take off.
Question is!! My van did have twin wheels on the back but I decided to only put singles of the bigger tire on. I have them fitted so that they dish out, that is, I have left the inside wheels off so as to maximise the wheel base width. Do you know if this is a bad idea or will it make any difference? (the van is only 2,700kgs). Would it be advisable to get the tracking/toe in re-aligned after changing to the 609 wheels?
Dave
Question is!! My van did have twin wheels on the back but I decided to only put singles of the bigger tire on. I have them fitted so that they dish out, that is, I have left the inside wheels off so as to maximise the wheel base width. Do you know if this is a bad idea or will it make any difference? (the van is only 2,700kgs). Would it be advisable to get the tracking/toe in re-aligned after changing to the 609 wheels?
Dave