New Winter shoes
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For those interested in what 225/50 x 17 winter tires look like with AR1 replica RS4 wheels on a 2011 S4, I have uploaded some pictures. The clearance in the front calipers is tight (approximately 3/16 inch, but with wheel weights to balance, its closer to 1/16 inch). Hopefully, there will be no issues once the wheels get dirty with snow. Aesthetically, the wheels definitely look smaller compared to my OEM upgraded 19 inch ti wheels but I sacrificed looks for function in the snow. However, definitely noticed the driving and traction in dry pavement as the narrower tire felt more loose when turning (or could be the no name snow tires Sonny WOT 18). I guess time will tell if the compromise between dry and snow traction is worth it driving in Toronto, Canada winters.
11-15-2010, 05:47 AM
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New snows...
Just put these on my 2010 S4...Elbrus I06 18s with Blizzak LM 60 245/40R18. Around $1,500 via tirerack. I'm not really into aftermarket upgrades, but these rims look better than the stock 19s!
11-15-2010, 12:18 PM
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I agree! Those wheels look great on your car. I am thinking about replacing my stock 18s with those wheels. I think it would look great with my SB exterior. Do you have anymore pics? I've been wondering what those wheels might look like on the B8 and the only thing I could find so far is the horrible CG shot on tirerack. My only hang up is whether i'd actually want to stick with 18" wheels and get the Elbrus' or look for a nice 5 spoke 19" wheel instead.
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I agree! Those wheels look great on your car. I am thinking about replacing my stock 18s with those wheels. I think it would look great with my SB exterior. Do you have anymore pics? I've been wondering what those wheels might look like on the B8 and the only thing I could find so far is the horrible CG shot on tirerack. My only hang up is whether i'd actually want to stick with 18" wheels and get the Elbrus' or look for a nice 5 spoke 19" wheel instead.
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For those interested in what 225/50 x 17 winter tires look like with AR1 replica RS4 wheels on a 2011 S4, I have uploaded some pictures. The clearance in the front calipers is tight (approximately 3/16 inch, but with wheel weights to balance, its closer to 1/16 inch). Hopefully, there will be no issues once the wheels get dirty with snow. Aesthetically, the wheels definitely look smaller compared to my OEM upgraded 19 inch ti wheels but I sacrificed looks for function in the snow. However, definitely noticed the driving and traction in dry pavement as the narrower tire felt more loose when turning (or could be the no name snow tires Sonny WOT 18). I guess time will tell if the compromise between dry and snow traction is worth it driving in Toronto, Canada winters.