🔧 Subaru FF-1 Factory Specifications Overview

📌 Generation Breakdown

  • Single Generation (1969–1972)


🛞 Subaru FF-1 (1969–1972)

✅ Factory Tyre Sizes

  • 5.60-13 (original cross-ply tyres)

✅ Modern Equivalent Tyre Sizes

  • 155/80R13

  • 165/70R13

✅ Factory Wheel Specs

  • 13-inch steel wheels

  • Approx 13x4.0J to 4.5J

✅ PCD (Bolt Pattern)

  • 4x140 ⚠️ (early Subaru pattern)

✅ Centre Bore

  • ~59.0 mm

✅ Wheel Nut Torque

  • 80–95 Nm


🔥 Popular Upgrade Fitments (Adelaide Tested)

Due to the rare 4x140 PCD, most upgrades require conversion:

💡 OEM Restoration Setup (Most Recommended 🔥)

  • Wheels: Factory 13” steel

  • Tyres: 155/80R13
    👉 Best for originality and comfort

💡 Practical Upgrade Setup

  • PCD Conversion: 4x140 → 4x100

  • Wheels: 14x5.5 or 15x6.0 +35 to +40

  • Tyres: 175/65R14 or 185/60R15
    👉 Better tyre availability

💡 Retro Performance Setup

  • Wheels: 15x6.5 +30 to +35

  • Tyres: 185/55R15
    👉 Improved grip while keeping classic look


⚠️ Fitment Notes (Important)

  • 4x140 PCD = extremely limited wheel options

  • Most builds require:

    • Hub redrill

    • Wheel adapters

  • Always check:

    • Brake clearance

    • Suspension condition (classic vehicle)

  • Avoid oversized wheels without proper setup


🏪 Why Choose Autosport Tyreworld Adelaide

At Autosport Tyreworld, we specialise in:

  • Classic Subaru & vintage fitment

  • Custom wheel solutions (PCD conversions)

  • Hard-to-source tyre sizes

  • 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

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