Alloy Locking Nuts????????

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123_Jess

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Hello All

Can someone tell me how to go about buying the right locking nuts?

I've got a W123 280 CE and i've got some Rondell deep dish alloys 17'', what do the suppliers need to know, Engine/chassis number, name of alloys???

I dont want to mash up my disk threads or the hand brake system

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Sorry this doesn't count as a reply as I don't know the answer, but I am interested in getting bigger wheels on my 280CE, for no other reason than to reduce the buzziness at speed (4k rpm at 87mph!!) - How has yours responded to 17 inch rims - any problems with tyre/bodywork clearances (especially on full lock)?
Anyone know if standard alloys are available in 195x15 inch? - I believe the TE had optional 15 inch wheels, but are they available in alloy and are they the correct width?
Dominic
'83 280CE
 
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Hello Dom,

17" alloys will have no problem if you have your original MB springs, In fact you will probably want to lower your car as I did by 40 mm. I haven't actually put my rims on since I got the car lowered (no lock nuts and thieving c&nts about), but from what we calculated even on full lock the wheels wont rub the arches.
 
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