19" wheels with load rating

[philosophrenic]

“the load rating of the tyres is not less than the lowest load rating listed on the tyre placard of the vehicle or equivalent variant of that model vehicle; ” just saw this from "VSB 14, Section LS Tyres, Rims, Suspension and Steering". that's why i got 235/50R18 cheapo rated 103w. I don't have insurance anyway

update: the commercial (light truck) tyres rating on the placard is lower, but can't be applied if not using commercial tyres. the ADR stated that commercial tyre load rating should be multiplied by an index of 1.1 if not using commercial tyres.

[mreddie]

So, is because 19" is not even noted on the placard, does that mean that a 19" wheel is not legal on a transporter at all?

So far I'm gathering that nobody has 19" or larger wheels with a legal load rating of 103?
I have 103 load rated tyres but they are 255/45/18

In order to find 103 load rated tyres in 19" for the T5, I did find some pirelli's, but would have had to spend almost $400 p/tyre!!!

Thought somebody may have found a cheaper tyre with a legal load rating of 103 that is required.
If they have, please let me know.

[ozgti]

It says on the placard that 102 is for a 16c. So why aren't my 102y tyres load rated then?

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[Sunny43.5]

Well it seems if the 19,s are not on the placard then the rating is up to you so I would suggest you talk to a reputable tyre company and get some solid advice . As it has been reported get the combination wrong and it could be disastrous if an accident happens , if for instance you are to blame for an accident your insurance company would be well within their rights to refuse your claim and leave you with the bill for both cars . Next if an injury or worse a death was involved you leave your self open to criminal charges . I used to do lots of vehicle mods and certify them for Qld Transport and the legal side is scary . We replaced a bench seat in a Holden ute many years ago we fitted bucket seats from a Caprice of the same model as they bolted to factory points already in the ute so they were legal , any way the car was involved in an accident with the passenger being killed . The police and transport inspectors turned up at our workshop checking what we had done , it turned out that someone had replaced the disc pads and forgot to refit a pin causing the car to spin out of control hitting a bridge pylon . We were told they were pursuing criminal charges of wrongful death due to the brake problem and needed to check that what we had done did not also contribute to the death . Its a legal minefield and for a few minutes we were S***g bricks until it was sorted , the insurance company were going through every single thing done to that car looking for a simple non compliance with the ADR,s so they could shift blame . I don,t like to scare people but you do have to be careful !!

[Husky310]

http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/documents/roads/safety-rules/standards/vsi-06-light-vehicle-modifications.pdf


Replacement of wheels and tyres where the wheel and tyre combination does not comply with the manufacturer’s minimum load carrying capacity specifications.
Example requiring certification:
• Fitting car tyres to a van or any goods-carrying vehicle for which ‘light truck‘ rated tyres are specified.
Tip: The manufacturer’s minimum load carrying specifications will be detailed on the tyre placard fitted to the vehicle.

[Sunny43.5]

I think this passage from the NSW would make it clear "A vehicle that is modified by incorporating optional components offered by its manufacturer, or
otherwise modified so that it continues to comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, does
not require certification. To check if the modification complies, contact the vehicle
manufacturer to determine the vehicle’s original specifications and/or options. "
So if 19,s were fitted as an option by VW then it would fine , BUT as VW do NOT fit 19,s the answer is clear .
Oh and for Philosophrenic , its not just the comprehensive insurance that you have to worry about . Your compulsory third party property WILL be affected because if the accident can be traced to non certified modifications YOU will be liable for any injuries or even death of a passenger and that could cost you MILLIONS $$$$

[mreddie]

Awesome!
That clears things up a lot for me.
Thank you very much to everyone for their input. I really appreciate it.

I will stick to my 18" wheels and legal load rated tyres.