500 Rims Look-a-like??

[TVR Jim]

Hi all,

I am desperate for a set of 500 rims for my Chimaera.

While I wait for a decent set to present themselves; can anyone suggest a good look-a-like set?

Rim size and tyre suggestions would also be of use!

Thanks in advance!

TVR Jim

[V8 GRF]

If you want to go to 17" rims these are a pretty good modern take on the Estoril.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ford-Escort-7-5J-X-17-7-Spok...

or these from the Capri in 15"

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Capri-280-Brookland...

Edited by V8 GRF on Wednesday 3rd August 14:23

[sgrimshaw]

Now I do quite like those Escort ones......

Would they be a straight swap for std Estorils in 15" front, 16" rear (with new boots obviously)?

[V8 GRF]

Not sure there any 16" in that design I know several Griffs run the 17" wheels

[OldSkoolRS]

There is a 450 in the classifieds with the RS 17" wheels as per your Ebay link:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3069277.htm

But if you search in the PH parts classifieds for TVR parts and then filter for 'wheel' there are a number of Griffith wheels for sale in the 'standard' adverts section. Not sure if this link will work:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/list.asp?g=3&...

If not: Classifieds>Parts>TVR, then filter 'wheel' then go to page 2. These were cheaper than the Ebay link you posted too.

[V8 GRF]

OldSkoolRS said:

If not: Classifieds>Parts>TVR, then filter 'wheel' then go to page 2. These were cheaper than the Ebay link you posted too.

I just posted those as quick examples rather than a source to purchase from

[OldSkoolRS]

Sorry V8GRF, I mixed up your link with the OP's question.

[sgrimshaw]

V8 GRF said:

Not sure there any 16" in that design I know several Griffs run the 17" wheels

Sorry I was being vague.

What I meant to ask was ...

Could I replace my 15in Front and 16in Rears with these 17" as a straight swap.

I realise I would need to put a lower profile tyre on the 17in wheels.

[TVR Jim]

V8 GRF said:

If you want to go to 17" rims these are a pretty good modern take on the Estoril.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ford-Escort-7-5J-X-17-7-Spok...

or these from the Capri in 15"

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Capri-280-Brookland...

Edited by V8 GRF on Wednesday 3rd August 14:23

Awesome suggestions!

Thanks!

[V8 GRF]

sgrimshaw said:

Sorry I was being vague.

What I meant to ask was ...

Could I replace my 15in Front and 16in Rears with these 17" as a straight swap.

I realise I would need to put a lower profile tyre on the 17in wheels.

Ah OK. I think you can just fit them as they're fourstud and have the right ofsets iirc. There was a Griff at the Growl at the weekend wearing a set and Swanny's car (sold now) used to run a set as well. Best looking 'alternative' wheels I've seen.

[Jammy Dodger]

I will have a set of unmarked original R16, F15 Estorils, factory fitted new to my Chim 500 in 1998.

Toyo T1R rears, bridgestone fronts with less than 1000 miles + 3 hours airfield use.

Selling due to big brakes and big wheels upgrade.

The new wheels are to order and may take up to 10 more weeks, so anticipate the estorils will be available in Sept/October.

Equally happy to keep them in order to have the future option of originality, but have no convenient storage (inconvenient is available though).

A good offer will part them from me.

[angry jock]

Jammy Dodger said:

I will have a set of unmarked original R16, F15 Estorils, factory fitted new to my Chim 500 in 1998.

Toyo T1R rears, bridgestone fronts with less than 1000 miles + 3 hours airfield use.

Selling due to big brakes and big wheels upgrade.

The new wheels are to order and may take up to 10 more weeks, so anticipate the estorils will be available in Sept/October.

Equally happy to keep them in order to have the future option of originality, but have no convenient storage (inconvenient is available though).

A good offer will part them from me.

One of the Griff lads I know might be interested in these. He has a set of Gottis on his 500 atm and was talking about putting a set of Estorils back on. I'll let him know about these!

[Jammy Dodger]

angry jock said:

One of the Griff lads I know might be interested in these. He has a set of Gottis on his 500 atm and was talking about putting a set of Estorils back on. I'll let him know about these!

as long as you're not worried they might be tainted - do you think putting chimp wheels on a griff might be asking for trouble, let alone JD's chimp ?

[angry jock]

Jammy Dodger said:

angry jock said:

One of the Griff lads I know might be interested in these. He has a set of Gottis on his 500 atm and was talking about putting a set of Estorils back on. I'll let him know about these!

as long as you're not worried they might be tainted - do you think putting chimp wheels on a griff might be asking for trouble, let alone JD's chimp ?

No I think we are all big enough boys to accept that they were designed for the Griff 500 first.;)
Tainted because they are yours? No but I would check that they arent full of rather than air!!!!

I've sent him an email and told him about them

[Jammy Dodger]

angry jock said:

No I think we are all big enough boys to accept that they were designed for the Griff 500 first.;)
Tainted because they are yours? No but I would check that they arent full of rather than air!!!!

I've sent him an email and told him about them

cheeky b*gger - (wish I'd thought of that first to save getting punk'd)

ETA - cheers, he can PM me if interested

Edited by Jammy Dodger on Thursday 4th August 14:25

[angry jock]

Jammy Dodger said:

angry jock said:

No I think we are all big enough boys to accept that they were designed for the Griff 500 first.;)
Tainted because they are yours? No but I would check that they arent full of rather than air!!!!

I've sent him an email and told him about them

cheeky b*gger - (wish I'd thought of that to save getting punk'd)

[TVR Jim]

I really like these but are 18's too big??

http://www.autoalloys.com/lensowheelcollection?pmc...

TVR Jim

[CHIMV8]

Jammy Dodger said:

cheeky b*gger - (wish I'd thought of that first to save getting punk'd)

ETA - cheers, he can PM me if interested

Edited by Jammy Dodger on Thursday 4th August 14:25

YHM

[Jammy Dodger]

CHIMV8 said:

YHM

YHM too