thehaviet

Thanks.

Those 3 answers were specific to your MY car and your wheels brand, correct?

Maverick61

Yes - they were specific to my car and wheel brand - details in my signature.
That said, I suspect 19 x 8.5 may be the better choice for you - but verify the offset and don't be afraid to reach out to the manufacturer to ask (or if buying on Tire Rack - they can provide the advice for best fit)

thehaviet

After speaking with a Discount Tire rep, he assured me the following wheels and tired setup were a direct bolt on for my 2016 A6 3.0T.

Wheels: TSW Nurburgring 19 X 9.5 (5-112.00) 41

Tires: DSW06 255/40/R19


So my wheels is 19x9.5 with a 41mm offset. I placed the order and the tires/wheels will be mounted, balanced, and ship to my local installer in about a week.

I hope that wheels/tires combination will be a direct and perfect fit for my car, if not I will have to cancel it before it ships.

SharkNardo

You should be fine with that fitment. I might suggest a 265 tire if the DWS06 is available in that size. The 255 will have a bit of stretched look on a 9.5 rim, but you may like that look. I had a 255 on a 9" rim and the tire didn't give me the rim protection I wanted because it wasn't wide enough.

Maverick61

You have leeway with the offset - and Direct Tire reps are good. I don't suspect you will have issues. The biggest difference is your wheels will be 1" wider than mine - hence the greater offset - They may stick out slightly in comparison to 19x8.5 wheels. But there is room. You will be fine. Just make sure to size your tires for the wider rim

Good luck

thehaviet

Thanks guys.

So the 9.5" rims and 255 tires will be fine?. I am not sure how that stretched look will look like. But it should not have a negative impact on ride quality right? I will not be giving safety, handling, quietness, etc with that set up?

thehaviet

hey guys, quick question:

after i install my new 19" wheels and tires, do i need to bring the car to the dealer to have them do a reset, so the car can read the new tire pressure/size, etc.?

dshahs420

You should be able to do it yourself thru the mmi. It's in the same section as checking oil level etc. Also make sure you get an alignment done with the bigger wheels.

Yes the tires you ordered are the right offset and bolt pattern.

thehaviet

thanks, i'll check the manual to see how to do that.

good call out on the wheel alignment. did not even think about it.

anything else i need to do or know about, after bolting on the new tires/wheels?

bhvrdr

I think you'll be really happy with your selection. They are a strong and light wheel. I went with a 20x9 and am pleased...



The offset you got is perfect for the width of wheel. As others said you'll be a tad stretched but it'll be fine.


There is no need for an alignment since nothing in your suspension was disconnected. Save your money.

Post up your photos when you get them!

Mike