RTV wheels

[bczoom]

I had my RTV in to the dealer to get the front mud flaps and speedo put on (only because they did for free).
Just noticed that they put one of the front wheels on inside out (valve stem towards inside). But... on closer inspection, it now sticks out about 1". I was thinking of flipping them all around and giving myself a 2" wider footprint/stance. Outside of the fact that all the valve stems would be harder to reach, does anyone see a problem with doing this? Looking at all the steering, drive and other components, I haven't seen anything that would appear to be a problem and the tires are still inside the wheel wells so I won't get covered with spray from the tires.

Thoughts?
Brian

 

[flyingn]

if there is NO clearence problems with the suspension traveling fully thru its travel I do not see a problem..

Frank

 

[Dave___in___CT]

Hi...


May put more pressure/wear on the wheel bearings/axles... this happens to cars/trucks...


Dave...

 

[Dargo]

Going down a slight grade on smooth asphalt, I can get my RTV to 29.5 mph. I just can't get to 30 unless it's down a larger hill. /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif However, on the paved road, I do get a constant 27.5 mph now as long as the road is flat. When brand new it would only run 25 mph. Now I can run 25 mph in the grass, off road. Let me know how you come out with the wheels reversed. I'd like a slightly wider stance. The valve stems wouldn't be an issue for me since the wheels are so full of sealant that I likely don't need the valve stems. /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif

 

[lloyd123]

Your dealer put one of the wheels on inside out!!!???

Who owns that dealership? - Little Stevie Wonder?

That's kind of scary.

 

[flyingn]

I gotta get me a speedo for my rtv. Its pretty fast.. with a downhill Ill bet I can crack 30

Frank

 

[avorancher]

I have some hills at my place where I bet you can reach 50 or 60mph if you put it in neutral at the top! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

 

[Dargo]

Alright, that does it. I'm putting twin turbos, a propane system, and raise the governer speed to 6000 rpm on my RTV! I'll get 60 mph out of it. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[bczoom]

Dave_in_CT - I think I'm going to flip them. Looking at everything, I wouldn't expect any issues with the bearings, axles or otherwise.

Dargo - I get the exact 29.5.

Lloyd123 - You wouldn't believe this dealership... They are just now able to spell RTV. Still can't get any accessories for them... /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

avorancher - I have the same types of hills (my property goes back 1200 feet but goes up 300 in that distance). I may be able to reach 50 but at that point I need to turn 120 degrees or eat the tree in front of me. Either would be ugly... /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

Dargo (re. the turbos and 6000 RPM's). Give 'er a go and let us know how it turns out. I'll bet thread would get a lot of views and responses!!! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[bczoom]

Frank - Are you still running your oversized tires? If so, I'll bet you can get a little over 30 mph.

I switched the rims around. Front still fit nicely under the wheel wells. The rear just come to the outside of the well (the plastic fender). Surprizingly, we're having a nice day here. I want to try it on some wet ground to see if I'm going to get any spray up along side the machine. I'll keep you posted.

Brian