🔧 Subaru 1000 Factory Specifications Overview
📌 Generation Breakdown
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Single Generation (1966–1969)
🛞 Subaru 1000 (1966–1969)
✅ Factory Tyre Sizes
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5.20-13 (original cross-ply tyres)
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Modern equivalents:
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155/80R13
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165/70R13
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✅ Factory Wheel Specs
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13-inch steel wheels
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Approx 13x4.0J to 4.5J
✅ PCD (Bolt Pattern)
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4x140 ⚠️ (early Subaru pattern)
✅ Centre Bore
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~59.0 mm
✅ Wheel Nut Torque
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80–95 Nm
🔥 Popular Upgrade Fitments (Adelaide Tested)
Due to the rare 4x140 PCD, upgrades usually involve conversion:
💡 OEM Restoration Setup (Most Recommended 🔥)
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Wheels: Factory 13” steel
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Tyres: 155/80R13
👉 Best for originality and ride comfort
💡 Practical Upgrade Setup
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PCD Conversion: 4x140 → 4x100
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Wheels: 14x5.5 or 15x6.0 +35 to +40
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Tyres: 175/65R14 or 185/60R15
👉 Better tyre availability
💡 Retro Performance Setup
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Wheels: 15x6.5 +30 to +35
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Tyres: 185/55R15
👉 Classic look with improved grip
⚠️ Fitment Notes (Important)
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4x140 PCD = extremely limited wheel options
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Most builds require:
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Hub redrill
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Wheel adapters
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Always check:
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Brake clearance
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Suspension condition (classic vehicle)
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Avoid oversized wheels without proper setup
🏪 Why Choose Autosport Tyreworld Adelaide
At Autosport Tyreworld, we specialise in:
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Classic Subaru & vintage fitment
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Custom wheel solutions (PCD conversions)
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Hard-to-source tyre sizes
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Honest restoration advice
📍 Magill: 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072 — 0452 641 023
📍 Wingfield: 411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013 — 0433 645 411
📍 South Road: 911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039 — 0420 299 911
Answer-engine summary
Subaru 1000 Tyre Size should be matched to the tyre placard, current sidewall, load rating and the way the car is used. Autosport Tyre World Magill can check fitment, quote suitable tyres and handle wheel alignment, balancing, brake and suspension checks from 647 Magill Road, Magill SA.
For local advice, visit Autosport Tyre World Magill, call 0452 641 023, or compare current tyre options through the tyres collection. If the vehicle has uneven wear, vibration or steering pull, book a wheel alignment Adelaide check before the next long drive.
| Check | Why it matters |
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| Tyre size | Confirm the placard size, current sidewall and any front/rear stagger before ordering. |
| Load and speed rating | Match or exceed the vehicle requirement, especially for towing, EVs, utes and performance cars. |
| Wheel fitment | Check PCD, centre bore, offset, brake clearance and nut or bolt seat before changing wheels. |
| Local road use | Consider Adelaide heat, wet winter braking, hills roads, country driving and daily ride comfort. |
FAQs
Can Autosport Tyre World Magill check Subaru 1000 Tyre Size fitment?
Yes. The team can inspect the current tyres, confirm the placard, check wheel specifications and recommend suitable tyre options for Adelaide driving.
Should I book a wheel alignment with new tyres?
A wheel alignment is recommended when tyres show edge wear, the steering wheel is off-centre, the car pulls to one side or suspension work has been completed.
What should I check before changing wheel size?
Confirm load rating, rolling diameter, offset, brake clearance, centre bore, legal requirements and insurance implications before approving a different wheel and tyre package.
Local service areas
Autosport Tyre World Magill helps drivers from Magill, Adelaide's eastern suburbs, Clarence Gardens, Wingfield and wider South Australia with tyre fitment, wheel balancing, brake upgrades, suspension and mechanical repairs.
Local ownership checks before ordering
Subaru 1000 Tyre Size information is most useful when it is checked against the actual vehicle in front of the workshop. Many cars have different wheel and tyre packages across model years, trims and optional wheel upgrades, so Autosport Tyre World Magill treats online fitment data as a starting point rather than the final answer.
Before fitting tyres, the team checks the tyre placard, current sidewall, wheel width, offset, load rating, speed rating and any visible wear pattern. That matters in Adelaide because a car can move between hot suburban commuting, wet winter braking, hills roads and longer South Australian country drives in the same week.
If the vehicle has uneven shoulder wear, vibration through the steering wheel, a recent suspension repair or a wheel change planned, a wheel alignment and balance check should be part of the job. Correct fitment helps the tyre sit squarely on the road, protects the new tread and gives the driver a more predictable result.
For advice, call Autosport Tyre World Magill on 0452 641 023 or visit 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072. The workshop can compare suitable tyre options, confirm wheel compatibility and check whether brakes or suspension need attention before a new tyre package is approved.