🔧 Subaru XT Factory Specifications Overview
📌 Generation Breakdown
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XT / Alcyone (1985–1991)
🛞 Subaru XT (1985–1991)
✅ Factory Tyre Sizes
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185/70R13
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185/65R14
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195/60R14 (turbo models)
✅ Factory Wheel Specs
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13x5.0J
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14x5.5J
✅ PCD (Bolt Pattern)
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4x140 ⚠️ (Very rare, same as Brumby)
✅ Centre Bore
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~59.0 mm
✅ Wheel Nut Torque
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85–100 Nm
🔥 Popular Upgrade Fitments (Adelaide Tested)
Because of the rare 4x140 PCD, most upgrades involve conversion:
💡 OEM Restoration Setup
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Wheels: Factory 13” / 14”
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Tyres: 185/70R13 or 195/60R14
👉 Best for originality
💡 Practical Upgrade (Most Popular 🔥)
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PCD Conversion: 4x140 → 4x100 or 5x100
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Wheels: 15x6.5 +35 to +40
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Tyres: 195/55R15 or 205/50R15
👉 Much wider tyre options
💡 Performance Street Setup
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Wheels: 16x7.0 +35
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Tyres: 205/45R16
👉 Improved handling + modern grip
⚠️ Fitment Notes (Important)
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4x140 PCD = extremely limited wheel availability
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Most customers choose:
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Hub redrill
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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 overly wide tyres without proper setup
🏪 Why Choose Autosport Tyreworld Adelaide
At Autosport Tyreworld, we specialise in:
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Classic Subaru & JDM fitment
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Custom wheel solutions (PCD conversions)
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Hard-to-source tyre sizes
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Honest advice for restoration vs performance
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