The time attache vx220’s run wider wheels, and ive not heard of any suspension failures on them. Should be okay with 265 rears I imagine, its the rolling pins that Greg as that would put a lot of strain on the suspension. I will have a closer inspection of the exige v6 tonight.
Vauxhall fit 8.8 grade bolts to the VX220 hub carrier, and Lotus fit 10.9 (no idea why the difference) - Worth changing frequently after looking at the pic above!!
quite common, its a known problem with vauxhall/lotus
[quote=TarmacTerrorist]On standard uprights… Bye bye ride heights!
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So true.
Once you go to 17/18’s you have to change out the uprights…$3,500.00 if you want things right. 
[quote=N17VES][quote=moomin][quote=frank]I have the suspension of the GT3, more grip, twice the power and 500 lbs less weight…
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You have the GT3 wishbones / uprights and longer driveshafts Frank ? [/quote]
I thought he had hoffman spec Nitrons. [/quote]
No need to change out wishbones or driveshaftswith this setup… $3,500.00
http://www.sector111.com/track/sector111-cars/raceuprights.cfm
[quote=N17VES]The time attache vx220’s run wider wheels, and ive not heard of any suspension failures on them. Should be okay with 265 rears I imagine, its the rolling pins that Greg as that would put a lot of strain on the suspension. I will have a closer inspection of the exige v6 tonight.
Vauxhall fit 8.8 grade bolts to the VX220 hub carrier, and Lotus fit 10.9 (no idea why the difference) - Worth changing frequently after looking at the pic above!!
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I’ve just had a dig around and found some bolts! These say 12.8 on them and these are what i replaced the original bolts with after my lucky escape. 7 left, they are of no use to me anymore
If anyone wants them let me know and i’ll post them to you - free as i’m feeling generous today
[quote=N17VES]I still got why the 17/18 combo will affect the wishbone angles when the rolling radius is close the oem by goign lower on the tyre profile…or am i missing something?
The idea of this thread was to find the best compromise for handling and looks. Still happy to go with 16/17 if that proves better.
Still thinking about longer wishbones from Pilbeam racing. Certainly cheraper than braids 
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You are right for the rear a 245/40/17 is the same as a 285/30/18. Least expensive way to go is with a 16/18 if you want standard ride heights without the expence of changing out the uprights…
“If anyone wants them let me know and i’ll post them to you - free as i’m feeling generous today”
Hi Chalkey,
I’ll have 'em if you don’t mind, these will come in handy for my elan zetec build.
I’ll pm you my address,
cheers
Right… think I’m sorted on wheels after some really good advice from someone that knows a bit about the GT3 cars!
16x7 ET 26
17x10 ET 10
Just need to decide what rims to go for now!
[quote=stratosboy]“If anyone wants them let me know and i’ll post them to you - free as i’m feeling generous today”
Hi Chalkey,
I’ll have 'em if you don’t mind, these will come in handy for my elan zetec build.
I’ll pm you my address,
cheers
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You’re welcome Dave, i’ll get them in the post today
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The Zero F**ks Given RX7 - /TUNED - YouTube
Come on now I fart rainbows how could I be the demon of death… 
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