Question: will an 18x8.5 with 35 offset fit on an A4??

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Sep 20, 2000 | 10:50 AM

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Question: will an 18x8.5 with 35 offset fit on an A4??

I have the Audi Eurosport lowering springs if that matters, as well. My concern is that there would be rubbing on the fender and/or not enough clearance for the control arms. If anyone has ever run such a setup, I'd really appreciate your views on how this setup feels, as well as potential fitment issues. I don't want to have to roll my fenders either. TIA!!

Sep 20, 2000 | 11:07 AM

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Ronal R-28 fit - they are 8.5x17 ET34.

Sep 20, 2000 | 11:21 AM

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That would depend on tire width too.

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Sep 20, 2000 | 11:48 AM

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Hmm...so which tire width would work? How about 235/40/18? don't wanna go 225, unless I have to.

Sep 20, 2000 | 12:05 PM

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Hmmm let me see how good my memory is.

This question may be better left to someone who's got an A4.

On my A4 that I used to have, the widest I could go was 225's on an offset of 33. If you wanted more, I think you'd have to roll your fenders which isn't a big deal (at least to me).<p>Andrew Lee
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Sep 21, 2000 | 02:27 AM

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I'm running 18x8.5 ET38 with 225 tire, no rub whatsoever. ET35 sticks out 3 mm. more.....

and i'm not sure if those 3mm. make any difference. I have Eibach springs with Bils shocks about 2 inches drop in front 1.7 inches in rear. Those springs settle down abit from its very first height. From the front view, look along the side of the car, the wheels stick out of the front fender abit but 225 tires help clear the fender lip. I dont think i can make it with 235 since tires clear fender by very narrow magin!!!

Sep 21, 2000 | 07:50 AM

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Typically fine with a 225/40R18!

I havent seen this be an issue with that size yet, and in a lot of cases (but not all), with a 235/35R18.

Be aware some modification may be needed with the 235s.

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