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pjb1969
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Posted: Sunday April 13th, 2008 09:42 pm |
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Hello all,
I have a mk3 S with 1275GT rostyles on it and i want to change them,I have a set of Dunlop D1`s but when i tried them on they were too wide and would require wheel arches.I want some wheels with the correct offset so they dont require arches,i was thinking of the original optional 4.5 x 10 S rims but they are not about in decent condition for sensible money.I am now considering a set of new 4.5 x 10 minilite replicas but would like to know which ones fit and look the best,i have seen the new minilite companys version and a brand called minilife advertised but would appreciate some feedback/opinions and maybe even pics of minilites on a mk 3 S before i make a decision.
Thanks in advance
Paul.
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CooperKiwi
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Posted: Sunday April 13th, 2008 10:19 pm |
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Hi; Did you notice the set of 4.5J Cooper wheels in the for sale section? Seem a reasonable price to me if they are as described.... Esp considering I paid more than that just to have my set blasted and powder coated!
Good idea on the Minilights tho..They look the best in my opinion, and I believe the Minilife 4.5 examples will bolt straight on and are very nice indeed.
-Shane.
Last edited on Sunday April 13th, 2008 10:22 pm by CooperKiwi |
Mk 3 S Meister
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Posted: Sunday April 13th, 2008 11:43 pm |
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| There is not a lot to choose between new (as opposed to old) Minilite and the latest Minilife wheels.
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Mk 3 S Meister
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Posted: Sunday April 13th, 2008 11:45 pm |
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| The wheels in the for sale section are LP918 reverse rims which will really require arches and look rubbish on an S.
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Glen Ponder
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 09:17 am |
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Minilites look great on a Mk3 
Minispares' Minilife 41/2 x 10 , http://www.minispares.com/Product.aspx?pid=37373 , one type is a replica of the original proper Minilite , they also seem to produce another variety with a 'diamond cut' polished rim. These wheels do look right and are superb quality. It's rare to see used Minilife wheels for sale too !
The official Minilite wheel (http://www.minilitewheels.com/products.htm) will cost a bit more ( no prices on the website which is a tad annoying) and has the Minilite brand very visibly cast into the wheel ( also a tad irritating !)
All Dunlop D1's are the same (5x10) as far as I know but mine fit my 'S' OK ! (Borderline but definately ok) and I like 'em, and they're cheap !
I do know someone with a 1275 GT who would love your Rostyles 
Last edited on Monday April 14th, 2008 12:42 pm by Glen Ponder |
sefton
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 09:35 am |
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here's some 5" without arches.
they fit perfect, no rubbing or anything of the sort!
what condition are your Rostyles in?
Craig.
Last edited on Monday April 14th, 2008 10:11 am by sefton |
CooperKiwi
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 10:32 am |
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Great looking machine Sefton! What brand are the 5'' alloys?
-S
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sefton
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 10:46 am |
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Not sure to be honest!
there's not a scratch on them & the A008 tyres have only covered around 60-70miles!
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Glen Ponder
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 12:44 pm |
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Sefton they're 4 1/2 Minilife wheels from Minispares .
http://www.minispares.com/Product.aspx?pid=37373
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Andrew1967
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 04:59 pm |
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| I've had a set of Minispares Minilife 4.5" alloys on my Mk2 Cooper since 1991 and they are still in lovely condition. Spats not required
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pjb1969
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Posted: Monday April 14th, 2008 05:32 pm |
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I`ve decided on 4.5 x10 minilife and ordered them today.
Thanks for youre feedback.
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sefton
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Posted: Saturday April 26th, 2008 08:48 pm |
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nice doing buisness with you!
Craig.
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