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Can I swap wheels from one car to another?

Can you swap the wheels on a 2002 Honda CR-V to a 2005 model and visa versa?

Asked on 24 March 2021 by Sarah Gibbs

Answered by Georgia Petrie
The tyres (size, style, bolt pattern etc) on these models will vary between different trims/variants and you haven't given us enough info to help. That said, even with that info, when it comes to swapping car wheels from one model to another, it isn't a very simple process. Wheels are anything but a one-size-fits-all proposition. Instead, they come in a massive array of different styles, sizes, bolt patterns, load capacity and offsets. You need to understand these variations to figure out which wheels will fit your vehicle. In addition to getting all these variations right, you must make sure that the new wheels don't interfere with the brakes or suspension either. Getting all this right can be a difficult process, so I'd advise contacting a tyre retailer or Honda themselves. It may be a simple swap, but we don't know I'm afraid.
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