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Q7: Downsizing from 20" to 18" wheels for ride quality

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Old 08-23-2018, 07:35 AM
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In my older cars I just stuck a mag-mount on the roof, routed the cable by the door frame, and didn't have to drill any holes. But I also never had a sunroof before, either, and that thread says the roof is aluminum. I also haven't pursued it seriously either, because my job and life have become busier, leaving no time for Search & Rescue (which is the only time I used the radio).
Crap. I was just thinking about moving a CB set up over to the Q7. I use a Watson whip magnetic mount antenna on my allroad and A4. Guess I'll have to rethink that...
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Hi All - new to this bosrd and to the Audi Q7. I've just purchased a 2013 TDI s Line with 20 inch wheels. Wondering if there is any issue with fitting winter tires with 18 inch rims to this vehicle? All comments appreciated!
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See my pic. The rears are 20 inch and the fronts are 18 inch. I was 1/2 way to switching over to winter tires. They are the mountain peak winter scorpions. And they did well on my drive last week. See the video here https://imgur.com/a/E3T184M tough to tell where the road stops and the guard rails start.



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Originally Posted by Ghibli69
Hi All - new to this bosrd and to the Audi Q7. I've just purchased a 2013 TDI s Line with 20 inch wheels. Wondering if there is any issue with fitting winter tires with 18 inch rims to this vehicle? All comments appreciated!
Running 18" winter tires on our '13 TDI that normally rides on 20's. No issues. Only an issue if you try to run 17's unless you are willing to mod a little
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