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Originally Posted by Cooldaddygroove
(Post 24459246)
I am considering moving to a set of 22" wheels, but could use some real world advice on sizes, especially tire sizes.
Specs recommend a 30 series tire, specifically a 265/30/22 tire to ensure the overall diameter is within 3% of OEM diameter with a 20" wheel with a 265/40/20 tire. I would prefer not to run such a low profile tire, and would prefer a 35 series tire. A 255/35/22 tire keeps the overall diameter within 3% of stock, but I have been warned of potential rubbing. Anyone have any advice? You have to take in consideration that the wider tyre U go for, the "higher" the profile gets! The profile of the tyre is based on the calculation in the dimension! A 285/30X22" tyre has got a "lower profile" than a 295/30X22" tyre! "more rubber height on the 295 width tyre so to speak! As long as you stick as close as you can to the orginal diameter/circumference, and do not mess about with the wheel offsets, you should not have any problem with tyres narrower than 285! On my car I have fitted 295/30X22 and did experience some "rubbing" on the rear fenders, and on one of the small plastic clips for the front inner arches! At the back I changed spacers, got new ones, 2mm less did the trick,( Yes I am running with spacers ). The front plastic clips I just dismantled (One for each inner arch, works fine without them!). My recommendation would be to go for 285/30X22,,, 265 would look cheap,, Not sure U can get this dimension wrapped around any decent 22" wheels ?? |
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Well my wheels arrived, tires ordered, and all mounted. Haven t had time to take some real pics, but here's a sneak peek:
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Originally Posted by Cooldaddygroove
(Post 24481573)
Well my wheels arrived, tires ordered, and all mounted. Haven t had time to take some real pics, but here's a sneak peek:
https://i.imgur.com/yHH8pP1.jpg I am in the process of getting some 22" wheels and would really appreciate the specs of your setup. Wheel width/offset and tire size/brand. The wheels look great, congrats |
Looking to buy 20" 10 spoke silver A8 OEM wheels
Any of you guys looking to unload a nice set?
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So my wheels and tires are all mounted. 22x10 CVS wheels, to which I found Audi Center caps that fit from Europe. Mounted to Eagle GT All Season tires 265/35/22. Fit nice and square to the wheel and keeps me within 3% of OEM overall diameter (these are bigger by 3%).
Car has a slightly sportier feel, something I welcome as I found the OEM set up to be somewhat bouncy. There is a slight increase in road noise, but that can be expected when switching to an All Season from the OEM Pirelli P Zero, which lets face it, are ridiculously quiet. I do get some very slight rubbing in teh rear if I hit a large dip in the road going at speed, but otherwise it all fits nicely. And now for the pics...... Attachment 104391 Attachment 104392 Attachment 104393 |
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So my wheels and tires are all mounted. 22x10 CEC wheels, to which I found Audi Center caps that fit from Europe. Mounted to Eagle GT All Season tires 265/35/22. Fit nice and square to the wheel and keeps me within 3% of OEM overall diameter (these are bigger by 3%).
Car has a slightly sportier feel, something I welcome as I found the OEM set up to be somewhat bouncy. There is a slight increase in road noise, but that can be expected when switching to an All Season from the OEM Pirelli P Zero, which lets face it, are ridiculously quiet. I do get some very slight rubbing in teh rear if I hit a large dip in the road going at speed, but otherwise it all fits nicely. And now for the pics...... Attachment 104391 Attachment 104392 Attachment 104393 |
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I just recently put 22s on my A8L. The ride is not too back with the car in comfort mode. I will probably go with a 35 series tire for my next set.
This is right after leaving the wheel shop and back at work. Took a loooong lunch break. Attachment 78708 At the crib, right after coming from the wash after detailing. Attachment 78709 Attachment 78710 |
Your wheels are a full inch taller. Thats pretty aggressive. Speedometer will read slow I'm sure.
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