16" Rims vs 17" rims ('06R)

SimLyons · Post by **SimLyons** » 31 Jul 2011, 14:37

Getting ready for winter can never be too soon here. Anyway, looking at a aset of 16" rims off a P2 Volvo (V70) to use for mounting my tires. Anyone know of any interference issues between the rims and calipers on the 2006R? I believe the rotors and calipers might be a bit larger on the R.

Post by **Juan62** » 01 Aug 2011, 02:14

If you are referring to the 302mm rotors (Big Brakes), then yes, it (16" rims) will NOT fit. 17'' plus will do it.

Post by **JRL** » 01 Aug 2011, 08:02

You CANNOT fit ANY 16" wheel to a P2 R but there are few inexpensive 17" aftermarket that fit.
If you're concerned with a wide snow tire Volvo recommends going with a 225/45/17 instead of a 235/45
Enkei used to make a very good looking cheap wheel. Mnak aftermarkey 17" wheels need 5mm spacers to clear the calipers.

SimLyons · Post by **SimLyons** » 01 Aug 2011, 09:51

Thanks for the feedback guys. I had discovered the same information last night after researching the issue. Oh well...it's only money! (I will be going with the 225s)