Alloys & Tyres

[Jos]

Hello all,
I'm planning on buying a set of alloys (6.5 x 15" 4hole 100pcd et49) but I'm no good with alloy/tyre technical terms, so wondering if anyone can shed some light on my question(s) :D

Will these alloys fit?
What tyres should I look at fitting?
What drop should I consider? (with no arch work)

[Jack]

1. Yes, Novas are PCD 4x100 et49 so they'll fit spot on. Good luck finding some in et49 though, afaik you're limiting your field of availability with that offset - et45 should be ok though.

2. 195/45/15 is your best bet, looking at around ?50-60 for Toyo T1Rs in that size. Although you may find 195/50/15 are a bit cheaper...

3. If you get et49 on 6.5x15" if you should be good for 60mm even without arch work. Otherwise play it safe with 40mm if you don't want to chop/roll your arches. Bear in mind if you get aftermarket stiffened dampers (I'd say essential with a 60mm drop) you'll be looking at less suspension travel over std dampers, so will help your wheels avoid the arches more.

[Jos]

brilliant, I have already found some with that offset, so I'm good to go!