18" or 19" wheels for 02 tt quattro?
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18" or 19" wheels for 02 tt quattro?
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I am looking to upgrade the 17" wheels to 18" (225/40R18) or 19"(235/35R19). Please tell me if there are any cons with 19" and that the 18" will be more reliable. Also do the 19" need spacers or do they fit in without any mods? One last thing, with my silver TT, will chrome rims look good(or cheap) or should I stay with silver rims?
I am looking to upgrade the 17" wheels to 18" (225/40R18) or 19"(235/35R19). Please tell me if there are any cons with 19" and that the 18" will be more reliable. Also do the 19" need spacers or do they fit in without any mods? One last thing, with my silver TT, will chrome rims look good(or cheap) or should I stay with silver rims?
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Chrome=cheap,Spacers depend on new wheel offset, 18's will have more sidewall
and will be able to take a bit more of a beating. If you are going with anything cheap and most cast rims I'd stick to 18's. Only consider 19's if you're going to spend the money to get a quality forged rim. There are a few exceptions of course.
Otherwise, 19's will make the wheel gap more pronounced at stock ride height. 18's will too but to a lesser extent.
And don't be afraid to use the search button for future questions or thoughts on specific wheels. A lot has been discussed before.
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Otherwise, 19's will make the wheel gap more pronounced at stock ride height. 18's will too but to a lesser extent.
And don't be afraid to use the search button for future questions or thoughts on specific wheels. A lot has been discussed before.
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Depends upon where you live. I have 18", but run...>>>
BFG 225/45x18 tires to avoid the numerous bent rims I had when running 225/40x18. Potholes. IMO anything less than a 45 series tire is trouble. For that reason I would not consider 19" rims. Fashion is one thing, having a practical wheel and tire combination is more important, IMO.
Chrome is for Lexus drivers or bling blind drivers, not the Audi TT.
Chrome is for Lexus drivers or bling blind drivers, not the Audi TT.
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Re: 18" or 19" wheels for 02 tt quattro?
Thanks for all the info. I will get 18" silver rims. Okay another query, I am considering to buy the rims and tires online from edgeracing.com or wheelmax.com. Are these websites reliable/resonable?
Also, to get wider stance, are spacers a good idea or should I look for lower ET rims (any particular manufacturer)?
Thanks again.
Also, to get wider stance, are spacers a good idea or should I look for lower ET rims (any particular manufacturer)?
Thanks again.
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Get RS4 Replicas from Achtuning or Hartmann.>>>
IMO spacers are not a good idea.
I recommend getting tires from a local and reputable tire shop that can mount and balance on alloy wheels without damage to the rims. That way if you need service you can get a flat fixed and generally get free rotation. I buy my tires from the same shop for about 10 years now for both my car and my wife's car. I have not paid to fix a flat or for 5,000 mile tire rotations in the entire time I have done business with this family-owned shop that is within 3 miles of where I live.
I recommend getting tires from a local and reputable tire shop that can mount and balance on alloy wheels without damage to the rims. That way if you need service you can get a flat fixed and generally get free rotation. I buy my tires from the same shop for about 10 years now for both my car and my wife's car. I have not paid to fix a flat or for 5,000 mile tire rotations in the entire time I have done business with this family-owned shop that is within 3 miles of where I live.
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Re: 18" or 19" wheels for 02 tt quattro?
I purchased form wheelmax and am very happy with their customer service.
I bought the 2 yr road hazard for $75, destroyed a rim on a curb and they sent me a replacement, no hassles.
I bought the 2 yr road hazard for $75, destroyed a rim on a curb and they sent me a replacement, no hassles.