Whats easier!?

1. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

   #1 13th February 2012, 23:51

   I've got a Saxo Mk1 1.1i. I'm looking for some new alloys in the near future but atm I have 3 stud.. this is a pain because 3 stud are rare.. Is it worth getting a set of compomotives or changing it all to have 4 stud? what's cheaper and easier to do? or can anyone tel me of any other 3 stud alloys? I don't want to splash out too much for now, just want something a little better looking than what i have now = standard!
2. user_34645 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jun 2009 Rack City, Isle of Man Posts: 4127 GS300, MK1 VTS, Katy M 1190

   #2 13th February 2012, 23:55

   Theres a few sets on Ebay now.. can pick up a set of 3 stud wheels for like 50quid now, prices have dropped alot and they're becoming more common.
   
   I just sold my set of Compomotives for 140 with new tyres.
   There was a set on ebay going for 60quid last week.
   
   As for changing to 4 stud, you'l need to change the struts, brakes..wishbones, droplinks too if you get vtr/s struts. Aswell as the rear drums, although its easier to change the complete axle.
   
   
   Cheaper to find a decent set of 3stud alloys, and alot less hassle.
3. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

   #3 14th February 2012, 15:05

   Yeah man, i was thinking that.. I like the look of compomotives as well so. i'll probs get a set, it's just getting new tyres for them as well.
4. user_29491 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Dec 2008 Lancs Posts: 4124 JP4S'd R.

   #4 14th February 2012, 15:07

   www.camskill.com for cheap tyres..
   
   I don't mind buying full set's now.. 4x toyos for £155 delivered, can't complain.
5. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

   #5 14th February 2012, 17:18

   I was thinking of just painting my steelies white but thats a lot of hassle too.. what ya reckon?
6. user_29491 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Dec 2008 Lancs Posts: 4124 JP4S'd R.

   #6 14th February 2012, 18:10

   Your shout.. the wheel's on my avatar are painted steelies. Cost £38 for paint/primer/sand paper.
7. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

   #7 14th February 2012, 18:11

   do you have any pics or can get hold of any pics with a posi blue saxo with painted white steelies?
8. user_29491 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Dec 2008 Lancs Posts: 4124 JP4S'd R.

   #8 14th February 2012, 18:17

   
   
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   Pic of a posi blue with blue/white steelies.. http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-m...t-car/94682477
   
9. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

   #9 14th February 2012, 18:29

   yeah suppose it doesn't look that bad actually, but i'd paint mine white. and i desperately need to lower my mk1 1.1 aswell, looks terrible lol
10. djpirie L-plater Joined: Jun 2011 newport Posts: 60 pug 106 toyota supra

    #10 15th February 2012, 19:33

    i have a set of dare 3 stud alloys for sale little kurbed cum with my pug but i converted it to 4 stud and vtr her
11. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

    #11 15th February 2012, 23:21

    got any pics mate?
12. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

    #12 15th February 2012, 23:21

    and how much you selling them for?
13. djpirie L-plater Joined: Jun 2011 newport Posts: 60 pug 106 toyota supra

    #13 16th February 2012, 08:47

    there the 5 spoke DARE alloys need to new tyres about legalish but you can have them for £50 if ya want
14. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

    #14 16th February 2012, 13:43

    Yeah deffo mate, I havent got the money atm.. but will have in a couple weeks.
    
    Possible to hold onto them for me? for another 2 - 3 weeks? No worries if you have offer offers i'll get another set but if you still have them i'll have them
15. djpirie L-plater Joined: Jun 2011 newport Posts: 60 pug 106 toyota supra

    #15 16th February 2012, 17:59

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by JakeyBoy91 Yeah deffo mate, I havent got the money atm.. but will have in a couple weeks. Possible to hold onto them for me? for another 2 - 3 weeks? No worries if you have offer offers i'll get another set but if you still have them i'll have them

    yea will do pm me when you got the cash not to sure how your gonna get them tho lol
16. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

    #16 16th February 2012, 22:35

    hmm , what you reckon we should do on the sending issue? lol
17. dc1984 L-plater Joined: Feb 2012 Renfrewshire Posts: 66 '94 BMW e34, '92 nova redtop, '02 saxo vts

    #17 16th February 2012, 22:53

    Got a set of comps in 3 stud but would need delivered as I am in Glasgow matey.
18. djpirie L-plater Joined: Jun 2011 newport Posts: 60 pug 106 toyota supra

    #18 17th February 2012, 09:08

    depends were you live i am in isle of wight but go ,milton keynes a lot if your any were near
19. JakeyBoy91 Infrequent Poster Joined: Nov 2011 Llwyngwril / Gwynedd Posts: 118 Citreon Saxo 1.1i (Mrk 1)

    #19 17th February 2012, 14:01

    Im in wales :/ how much would it cost to get them delivered? lol
20. djpirie L-plater Joined: Jun 2011 newport Posts: 60 pug 106 toyota supra

    #20 17th February 2012, 17:49

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by JakeyBoy91 Im in wales :/ how much would it cost to get them delivered? lol

    not to sure prob about 50 or 60 maybe
21. Liamjrhodes Established Member Joined: Jun 2011 Pontefract Posts: 1095 Nissan 200sx s14a Citroen Saxo VTS Austin Mini C

    #21 17th February 2012, 18:01

    got a set of compomotives without tyres for £100 delivered to your door
22. Gavstaa Infrequent Poster Joined: Aug 2011 Ashford Posts: 198 saxo 1.0l mischeif

    #22 7th April 2012, 18:39

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by ed-bradley Theres a few sets on Ebay now.. can pick up a set of 3 stud wheels for like 50quid now, prices have dropped alot and they're becoming more common. I just sold my set of Compomotives for 140 with new tyres. There was a set on ebay going for 60quid last week. As for changing to 4 stud, you'l need to change the struts, brakes..wishbones, droplinks too if you get vtr/s struts. Aswell as the rear drums, although its easier to change the complete axle. Cheaper to find a decent set of 3stud alloys, and alot less hassle.

    i thought if you got a complete strut with brakes and springs on it would be a direct fit the same as changing the whole rear axle correct me if im wrong as im thinking of doing this?