Ride ! Don�t just expect to slap them great big 17�s on without a shit load of work, especially on the smaller non-Gti models. All sorts of things like spring rates are different and they�ll catch like a git. With the 106, the trick is to make sure that you use a thinner wheel than usual, go for a 6� max width on the lower models, with a 7� on the Xsi/Gti models. On the smaller models, you have to watch out as well �cause you�ll only have three studs instead of the usual Pug 4 stud pattern. Still, there�s plenty of wheels out there so don�t worry. With the Xsi and Gti models, you don�t have to worry about the above so much. They�ll usually drop 60mm no problem, but 30mm will offer the best ride/looks/practicality. The standard shocks ain�t too bad, so you should just be able to get away with lowering springs. If you want to be sure though, some polyurethane bushes, thicker anti-roll bars and adjustable shocks will sort you right out! For the higher models in the range, you can usually do� a 7x16� wheel with 195/45 (205/40 maximum) rubber. Don�t go for wider rubber as once again, you�ll be chafing you arches. If you do go for 17�s prepare yourself for a lot of arch work. Also, in my humble opinion, they look way too big on the 106. 16�s look perfectly balanced.

Important, the rims need to have the correct Pug offset, this is 15-18mm offset for the 106. Ecosse do sell a hubsentric adapter to convert 35mm offset Ford rims, so this opens up a lot more wheel designs.

If you�ve got 15� rims or larger, then you can go for Ecosses big disc conversion. These are monster 285mm front discs which are similar to 306Gti versions, along with some matching callipers. Don�t forget, if you�ve got a lower range 106, these will all happily take the rear disc assembly from the 106Gti.