Hi All,
At the moment my truck has stock 15" alloys, but i am looking to upgrade to 15" x 10.5 rims with 35" x 12.5" tyres (this after a 4" bodylift).
I know that later models have 16" alloys, is this due to the front brake system being upgraded in size?
So if i want to use the wheels in future on a later truck is it wise to upgrade to 16" x 12.5" now?

Thanks
T.

Reading it now....i should have asked...will 15" rims fit on later models (mine is a 1998)would have been simple enough!!!

Later models have larger discs and 2 piston callipers. The exact change over date is shakey as I've seen pre facelift ones with the bigger brakes while mine has the older system. Old size discs were 274mm but can't remember on the new ones. Some 15 inch steel mods may fit with the bigger brakes but I know @krutly had catching with his and the guy that sold me mine said the same so I got 16s.

the brake disks are bigger on the newer classics mate but I would get 15s now and get 16s if and when u get a new truck

Somehow I've managed to have 15" alloys fit on mine and its a 03 lol.

you probably have the old braking system

Its twin caliper that's all I can tell you, its close but no catching.

lucky git!

u got ABS too I take it

Thanks for the replies, i will be starting major work on my truck next month (replace axle with diff lock one/bodylift/ new polly bushes)and refurbish all chassis and below, so when i get to the front depending how bad i may replace a few parts. so i will keep in mind that the replacment discs/callipers could be used.
When i start this i will start my own blog with step by step photos, any advice/tips or ideas from anyone would be great.

Thanks again

Ummm errrr well erm maybe

lol

look forward to the blog

I'm hoping to upgrade to the bigger system soon. Just need some discs n pads

What for when it goes wrong lol

th abs is a pain at times

Was chattin to Lez few days ago.....and got me thinkin about air suspension, so if anyone has done it or got ideas?

Yeah I know, I had problems with it all the time on my disco. As long as you don't get mud in there it's not too bad. Erm, kirton. Oh well, just have to go round on the roof lol

lol

Mabe i should save the air suspension idea for a future road only toy!....or a future rock climber.

Keep it simple Antonio,shackles,torsion bars and shocks....

Yea woody will be basic to start off with, as you will see from pics when i start my blog. Im changing axle due to the original diff being shot, new shocks/polly bushes on leaf springs etc. took down and refurbished prop shaft U joints and centre bearing already. May have to take back tub off....lots of rust so il put lift kit on as i rebuild it.
And as expected....sump leaks!!!
got a week off next month and this is what i will be doin.....apart from workin round Mrs to keep her at bay cos yard is gonna look like scrapers for a while lol.

Id like to get as much work done before the Kirton event to see how she goes.

Sounds like you've gotta plan mate,bet ya don't stick to it,I know I did'nt stick to mine......

mornin mate, back on site at this hour......this is dedication eh? yea got rear shock plates to brush up and paint today. I got spares cos i know the nuts sheer of at times so no risks!

Seen some articulated shackles, are the worth puttin on? do they give more travel?

Haven't seen them mate ,most of us go for Lez's shackles.