17 inch wheels onto a Vx or Kakadu

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Has anyone tried fitting 17 inch wheels to the VX or Kakadu yet? Anyone see any issues with going down this path to open up better tyre choices?

Should I progress with a purchase of a new 150 VX or Kakadu I am thinking I will need to buy aftermarket wheels, or pay a fortune for some GXL factory wheels. Any recommendations on aftermarket wheels?

I asked the dealer if they would deliver a VX or Kakadu with 17 inch GXL wheels instead of the standard 18s and I was told no way because the factory tyres for the GXL are S speed rating compared to H of the VX and Kakadu. But seeing that engines and drivelines and brakes seem to be identical, I assumed the minimum standard for the 150 is S, as seen on the GX and GXL. Dealer did not have an aswer for that - computer said no.

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Re: 17 inch wheels onto a Vx or Kakadu

I have a set of 17" csa explorers with Cooper st-c's on my vx.

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Re: 17 inch wheels onto a Vx or Kakadu

Thanks. I should have read other threads before asking! Now I just need to plan to purchase some and put the standard 18inch in the garage for resale.

We should probably get this thread deleted now.

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Re: 17 inch wheels onto a Vx or Kakadu

I still use my 18s around town. The road tyres ride and handle better, get better fuel economy and are much quieter. Having two sets is great - best of both worlds.