4000Q wheels...

[christopher_bender@fmc.com (CHRISTOPHER BENDER)]

     Just thought I would share the following with this group:
     
     I have found that the wheels from an 89 or so model 100 will fit the 
     4000 Q.  They are a 15 x 6 with the 4-108 bolt pattern.  They exist in 
     the six spoke "aero" style, or the more conservative BBS mesh stile.  
     I got the aero ones.  They fit perfectly on the hub, without any 
     adapter rings like after-market wheels use.  
     
     The trick thing is, they have a 45 mm offset, which is really 
     critical.  After a lot of frustrating phone calls to Tire Rack, et al, 
     I came to the realization that all the after-market wheels out there  
     have a 35 mm offset.  And then with further research at junk yards, 
     parking lots, etc., I realized that only the 100 model had the proper 
     offset.
     
     This is real critical, because of the tires I am running.  I have 
     205/55-15's on them.  I think they look great, because they are nice 
     and big, and because they are held in by that 10 mm, they don't rub.
     
     A lot of guys thinks it's cool to put 195/50-15's on a 15x7 rim with 
     the 35 mm offset.  To me, you are cheating yourself out of some size 
     here, and are probably giving yourself a harsher ride than necessary.  
     With these choice in wheel, I have enough sidewall to keep the ride 
     nice.
     
     Oh, and in case you are wondering, I have about 1/8" clearance to the 
     outer tie rod ends in the front.  It really is cool how nicely these 
     wheels fit. 
     
     Well, I thought I'd share that with anyone who is interest.  I just 
     wish I had know about this idea earlier, without having to go through 
     all the research.  But, now that it's all over, I am really pleased 
     with the outcome.
     
     
     Chris