Volvo Adrastea with 302mm discs

Post by **Clemens** » 25 May 2016, 15:04

Since I´m having a hard time finding 16inchers here that I can run with my 302mm discs (alot of columbas, but I don´t wanna grind down the calipers) I´m thinking of using the Adrasteas I have on my 854 as winter tire rims for my 855 R and put something like Columbas on the 854 with the small rotors.

Does anyone know if they will clear the 302mm Setup?

Sommerfeldt · Post by **Sommerfeldt** » 25 May 2016, 15:26

Probably not - Adrasteas aren't usable on newer V70 T5s ('05 ->) in Europe, for example, because they use the larger discs...

- S

Post by **Clemens** » 25 May 2016, 15:33

yeah, I came across that info too, but kinda hoped that that the later V70 T5s used larger than 302 mm discs.

my other option is getting another set of Volans, but I doubt 205/45 R17 is much fun to drive in winter. Unless I drop them way below 2 bar pressure

Sommerfeldt · Post by **Sommerfeldt** » 25 May 2016, 15:38

I had 17 inch Titans on my old T5-R, and the same in winter.... I didn't mind that, but I did drive it mostly on salted roads, so they didn't really see much of a challenge.

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Post by **Clemens** » 31 May 2016, 13:57

i had a bit time today and both our volvos at home so i finally decided to try the adrasteas on my R. I can confirm that they fit with the 302 mm rotors on my R. Went for a very short testride and since nothing rubs i guess it will work. Just in case someone comes across this in the future.

Post by **Clemens** » 03 Dec 2022, 13:16

Fantastic, this post helped me remember I don't have to buy 17 inch wheels for my 94 T5M to mount semi slicks for track days onto. I just have to find my adrasteas. I bet they help the brakes stay as hot as possible on the Nürburgring next summer.