Panda (Classic) 1989 Fiat Panda 1000S New Zealand

[clowndog]

They look very retro I like them! I guess you'd have to check the width on the vehicle whether the offset will work without catching, some wider wheels tend to have more width added on the back rather than spread equally

Yeah it shouldn't catch on the inner. It's going to stick out more than anything. Might have to roll the guard which is easily done. My panda isn't lowered yet so shouldn't foul haha will post my calculations.

 

[clowndog]

So using my favourite wheel tool. Results are : Stick our 54mm and get 28mm more inner clearance.



Also have a mock up of what they will be like on...




I also have a mock up with what color I want to paint it. ( I know it's a mk1 panda) But I love the two tone.




Thats all for now. Will have to actually try the wheels when my car gets back.

 

[Alixcompo]

My nephew has been living in NZ for the last few years. Not only does he know what a Panda looks like but he owned one in the UK and has actually seen Clowndog driving around. He texted me when he saw him and I confirmed it within 20 mins via this forum:slayer:

 

[clowndog]

Haha yeah good stuff!

 

[VmanC]

Great looking wheels! But with 0 offset you're going to have to do some work to make them fit. The rears may be ok once the arches are rolled, it's the fronts that will stick out the most.

Good luck with it though, I think they suit the colour really well.

 

[clowndog]

Great looking wheels! But with 0 offset you're going to have to do some work to make them fit. The rears may be ok once the arches are rolled, it's the fronts that will stick out the most.

Good luck with it though, I think they suit the colour really well.

Thanks! Yeah, I know they will require a little work. Will probably just put my 155's on them so I have no real tyre issues. Shouldn't be too much stretch!

 

[clowndog]

Hi All,

I'm wanting to quickly get some help.

I bought an electronic module for the panda as my second hand one has died already.

The Seller emailed me back.

"Dear clown_dog,

Hi

There is 2 types, please see the link below and pick the correct one.

http://www.vehiclepartsdatabase.net/VehiclePartType/20/9920

Thanks
Jack

- motorpartsworld"

Which one is it?

There are heaps of options on the page.. Is my engine model 156? it's a 1000s panda 2wd.

I know it's not the black plasticy looking one. But are there differences between the metal heatsink looking ones?



Thanks!!

 

[VmanC]

Hi All,

I'm wanting to quickly get some help.

I bought an electronic module for the panda as my second hand one has died already.

The Seller emailed me back.

"Dear clown_dog,

Hi

There is 2 types, please see the link below and pick the correct one.

http://www.vehiclepartsdatabase.net/VehiclePartType/20/9920

Thanks
Jack

- motorpartsworld"

Which one is it?

There are heaps of options on the page.. Is my engine model 156? it's a 1000s panda 2wd.

I know it's not the black plasticy looking one. But are there differences between the metal heatsink looking ones?



Thanks!!

Only one type of heatsink looking ones that I know of.

 

[Dragon Man]

any of the grey/silver/heat sink type ones would work.

the electronics are simple.. i even built one on some bread bored.

 

[clowndog]

any of the grey/silver/heat sink type ones would work.

the electronics are simple.. i even built one on some bread bored.

Haha Awesome! Do you have a post of the process?

 

[Dragon Man]

sadly not.. i did it more out of fun than anything else. i did have to use bits of a broken one to get it to work though. its the mosfet that always dies in them.

 

[clowndog]

Cool some new things to post.

But first does anyone know where to get Fiat Panda overfenders or arches or fender flares? (listing all the terms so this is searchable)

I love these ones.

 

[clowndog]

Finally got to testing my spare old 155 tyre on the 6j rim...

Bit of stretch. haha








Now I need to get the bolts for them made up as I only have one.

Anyone know where I could these style bolts off the shelf?

 

[panda panda]

Cool some new things to post.

But first does anyone know where to get Fiat Panda overfenders or arches or fender flares? (listing all the terms so this is searchable)

I love these ones.

I'd go for some of those too, they're on a mk1 (or marbella) there so may not fit the mk2 rear arches though.

That colour of panda is fantastic - does anyone know what the paint code is for it?

 

[VmanC]

Cool some new things to post.

But first does anyone know where to get Fiat Panda overfenders or arches or fender flares? (listing all the terms so this is searchable)

I love these ones.

Hi clowndog, Do you need the arches to cover the wheels or is it just a cosmetic thing?

If you need to cover the wheels because they stick out too far you will have to modify the metal arch first or the wheels will foul on them, especially at the back. It's not an issue for the car in the pic as it's a 4x4 and the suspension travel doesn't allow the wheels to come close enough to the arch to cause problems, but it will be an issue for your 2wd Panda.

If the wheels are fine and you just want the look then these are available....




I'm not sure if the ones in your pic are available, although they are for the Mk1 I'd certainly have a good go at fitting them to a Mk2 if some could be found.

 

[clowndog]

Hi clowndog, Do you need the arches to cover the wheels or is it just a cosmetic thing?

If you need to cover the wheels because they stick out too far you will have to modify the metal arch first or the wheels will foul on them, especially at the back. It's not an issue for the car in the pic as it's a 4x4 and the suspension travel doesn't allow the wheels to come close enough to the arch to cause problems, but it will be an issue for your 2wd Panda.

If the wheels are fine and you just want the look then these are available....




I'm not sure if the ones in your pic are available, although they are for the Mk1 I'd certainly have a good go at fitting them to a Mk2 if some could be found.

Yes I think I will need to cover the widths of the tyres.

I like your arches but the only concern I have is my Fiat does't have the door plastic mould strips. So I'd be missing those too. Which they look like they contribute to the arch shape.

I haven't bought lowering springs yet but will get some 40mm Pi Springs. So just trying to work it all out.

To give you an idea where I'm at.




Rare


I haven't had a chance to try the wheel on with a tyre yet.

 

[VmanC]

Yes I think I will need to cover the widths of the tyres.

I like your arches but the only concern I have is my Fiat does't have the door plastic mould strips. So I'd be missing those too. Which they look like they contribute to the arch shape.

I haven't bought lowering springs yet but will get some 40mm Pi Springs. So just trying to work it all out.

To give you an idea where I'm at.




Rare


I haven't had a chance to try the wheel on with a tyre yet.

Yes I realised you didn't have side trims after I'd posted.

There are trims available for Pandas without side trims but they are rare and won't cover your wheels, doing that is going to require some serious metal bashing.

 

[clowndog]

Yeah probably I've got a friend thats a pro at that

Some updates








Should be sweet

 

[clowndog]

Plans have changed. I have some new wheels to re furb. A bit more panda friendly being 5.5 +35et.
They need a bit of work. Have already ordered hub rings / spigot rings for them.

They are cheviot wheels.



Also a crappy photo chop



Thoughts?

 

[clowndog]

Help! Does anyone know about leaks here? I've just changed the hoses. Clamps. Thermostat and fan temp thingy. Now this is leaking! How do I fix?