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new 19s but should have gone for 20s

Old 02-22-2014, 11:16 AM
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Default new 19s but should have gone for 20s

my new 19s but I should have gone for 20s.
the gap in the front arch is big.
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Old 02-22-2014, 12:34 PM
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Looks nice! What size are the tires?
You could do this to fix the reduce the gap:
http://forums.quattroworld.com/a8/msgs/85462.phtml
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I wouldn't try that. too scared of it going wrong.
going to get bigger tyres
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I think they look perfect! Just get lowering springs!
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Those tyres look a bit small anyway.
You should be running a 245/40 or 255/40 on 19's.

Larger tyres will fill the gap more, but bear in mind they will affect speedo accuracy. Larger wheels on the other hand are just personal taste!
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just waiting on payday and will change the tyres.
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