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KindaHippyish · Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2015 4:05 pm Post subject:

For 2WD, is it safe to say if the offset is ET45 or greater on an Audi wheel that adapters could be used without opening the center bore?

I know there's differences with wheel widths and diameters to take into consideration, but I'm thinking most applications are going to be 16, 17 and 18 inch diameters with 7, 7.5 and 8 inch widths. So there's plenty of differences there, but I'm trying to figure out if it could be a general rule of thumb that an Audi wheel that's ET45 or higher could be used with adapters of appropriate width to bring the offset to as close to ET30 without the need to bore the centers out?

There's a lot more Audi wheels on the local craigslist here so this info would help me figure out if that's the direction I want to go in. Thanks!
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Christopher Schimke · Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2015 4:41 pm Post subject:

masterzee2 · Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2015 7:31 am Post subject: Action Crash Replica Wheels?

Does anyone have any experience with Action Crash Replica Wheels from PartsGeek.com? I'm looking for some 17" AMG Monoblocks for my '91, but they seem to be pretty difficult to come by. Are these replicas worth it/ safe?

http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/AC/6345-040399...url][/url]
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Kombi///M3 · Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2015 12:30 am Post subject:

Decided to go steeleis on the syncro,
16x6.5 et47
Newer rabbit, will it fit? Bore centre to 66?
216/65/16 bfg or 215/70/16?
Thanks again

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Christopher Schimke · Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2015 7:05 am Post subject:

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The offset on those wheels is pretty high and you may run into clearance problems because of it. If you try to mount them without spacers, you will need to have the centerbore opened up. However, if you add spacers, the wheels will fit better, you will eliminate all possibilities of clearance issues and you would not have to open up the centerbore. If you add spacers, you will also need to change the wheel studs front and rear.
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Kombi///M3 · Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2015 10:33 am Post subject:

Thanks again Chris, I'm going towards steels to compansate on the weight compare the alloys, as for the adapters..front wheel should be tucked flushed by the front fender well?
Cheers,
Ogi

euro911 · Posted: Sun Mar 29, 2015 11:22 pm Post subject:

Kombi///M3 · Posted: Mon Mar 30, 2015 8:01 pm Post subject:

Can't decide on the wheels for the syncro.. Came across these set of mercedes
Wheels 15x6.5 et48, did my research and looks like I have to drill the lug holes to ? And 15mm adapter all around? Thanks in advance Chris for the input.
They look like Turbo wheels;)
Ogi

Christopher Schimke · Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 8:36 am Post subject:

3dig · Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2015 8:43 pm Post subject:

Hi folks!
Im searching for 15" rims and tires for my syncro build..
does any one have info on this rim? will these clear a g60 setup?
Thank you!

lottamoxie · Posted: Wed Apr 01, 2015 4:33 am Post subject:

Christopher Schimke · Posted: Wed Apr 01, 2015 5:45 am Post subject:

boinzy · Posted: Wed Apr 01, 2015 12:05 pm Post subject:

Christopher,

Can I get your input on these wheel specs for a 2002 EuroVan?

Rim Diameter 16 inches
Rim Width 7 inches
Bolt Pattern (Number of Holes) 10
Bolt Pattern (Pitch Circle Diameter) 112 millimeters
Offset 42 millimeters
Backspace 5.75 inches
Bore Diameter 72.62 millimeters

I think the offset is ok and obviously i would need center bore spacers, but I don't pretend to know everything about wheel fitment on this van.

Do you happen to sell the center bore spacers for this fitment?

Thanks!

Christopher Schimke · Posted: Wed Apr 01, 2015 3:05 pm Post subject:

KindaHippyish · Posted: Thu Apr 02, 2015 12:01 pm Post subject:

I bought these very spontaneously, but got them at an incredible price.

16x7 ET37 off of a Mercedes C230

I know I'll need rear studs and spacers both front and back, especially since I would like to keep the center caps. I just don't know what length of studs I need or the size of spacers. Once I have this info, I can place my order with you, Chris.

Oh, and I know I'll need to drill out the holes, but I already have the bit so thanks for that!

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1995 Eurovan Camper 5SPD
1991 Vanagon GL 4SPD – Subaru DOHC EJ25 - SOLD
1984 Vanagon Wolfsburg 4SPD – 1.8 I4 - Traded Away
1986 Vanagon GL Syncro 2.1L WBX 4SPD - RIP Sad

taigagreen · Posted: Tue Apr 14, 2015 6:24 am Post subject:

I keep seeing wheels from the Porsche Macan for sale.

The 18" ones are 8" and 9" wide, Hub is 66,1mm, ET 21 and 5x112.

Has anyone tried these
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Christopher Schimke · Posted: Tue Apr 14, 2015 7:20 am Post subject:

Sberger · Posted: Wed Apr 15, 2015 8:47 pm Post subject:

87 syncro weekender with 16" Ronal Wheels.


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