Which wheels will fit

[goodfella]

just trying to get my head around the centre bore / offset calcs....

If a WRX spec wheel was to fit my Mk4 Bora 4mo, would the 56mm centre bore (vs 57mm on VW) problem be sidestepped using some 15-20mm spacers? I just figure there would be more options in WRX wheels than VW wheels.

Has anybody actually done similiar?

[goodfella]

any takers?

[rayray086]

If a WRX spec wheel was to fit my Mk4 Bora 4mo, would the 56mm centre bore (vs 57mm on VW) problem be sidestepped using some 15-20mm spacers? I just figure there would be more options in WRX wheels than VW wheels.

I've never tried, but thinking about it, it should definitely work after adding spacers, but the width of the spacers must be more than that of the hub sticking out (like in the case of the rear of Mk3's) so that a smaller centrebore wheel can go on without any obstruction. Also, your spacers must not be hub-centric to VW, as that defeats the purpose of adding the spacers in the first place! Adding spacers complicates things though, as your wheels would no doubt stick further out and depending on the width and offset, you might find yourself rubbing tyre against the arches. Also, it'd be a lot safer using adapter-style spacers at widths greater than 20mm (though I think 30mm is the "cut-off" point), which will contribute to more $$$.

I would go with shaving the centrebore out to 57.1mm if I wanted to fit on WRX wheels.

[intensem1]

Not 100% sure but im sure you will find alot of WRX rims (aftermarket) will have a larger centre bore so you can simply get Hub centric spacers from any tyre shop.

What you talk of is also possible but could be expensive, wouldnt get them off the shelf i dont think.

You can always have the centre bore machined out alot of wheel/tyre places can arrange it.

[Jarred]

I'm looking at doing, sorry, get some adaptor-spacers amde up.

This is to go from a 57.1 centre bore to 70mm (or something) centrebore, and atleast 25 odd mm thick. These kinda things are often best made up to suit the individual specs of the wheels and cars, and I'm pretty sure ones like these aren't readily availiable off the shelf.

Also I'd be using a second set of stubs from the adaptor as well, as 50 odd mm long bolts, just don't quite cut it. and using stubs in teh spacer (from spacer to wheel) also makes it legal!

[Peter Jones]

Here's some handy info I pinched from Club GTI
http://www.clubgti.com/forum/archive...p?t-44356.html

Here's a very comprehensive list of wheels supplied / fitted by the Volkswagen dealers.

Listing the dimensions, ET (offset), Stud Pattern, & Alloy name were applicable

All compiled by EDITION96

If anyone has info to be added let me know

Golf MK1

Steel
4.5x13 ET50 4/100 13"
4.5x13 ET45 4/100 13"
5.0x13 ET45 4/100 13"
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 GTI

Alloy
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 Unknown
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Avus
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Pirelli (Campaign)


Golf MK2

Steel
5.0x13 ET45 4/100 13"
5.0x13 ET38 4/100 13"
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 13"
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 14"
6.0x15 ET35 4/100 15" Winter
3.5x14 ET45 4/100 14" Temp
3.5x15 ET40 4/100 15" Temp

Alloy
5.0x13 ET45 4/100 Golf Winter
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 Golf Winter
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 Jetta Winter
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 Hockenheim
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 Unknown
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 Jetta Beach
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Avus
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Pirelli
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Montreal
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Le Casellet
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Silverstone
6.0x14 ET38 4/100 Zandvoort
6.0x15 ET35 4/100 Sebring
6.0x15 ET35 4/100 Estoril
6.0x15 ET35 4/100 BBS
6.5x15 ET33 4/100 BBS
6.5x15 ET33 4/100 BBS Splits


Golf MK3

Steel
5.5x13 ET38 4/100 13"
6.0x14 ET43 4/100 14"
6.0x14 ET45 4/100 14"
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 15"
6.0x15 ET35 5/100 15"
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 15"
3.5x14 ET45 4/100 14" Temp
3.5x15 ET38 5/100 15" Temp
3.5x16 ET38 5/100 16" Temp

Alloy
6.0x14 ET45 4/100 Orlando
6.0x14 ET45 4/100 Imola
6.0x15 ET45 4/100 Imola
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 Le Mans
6.0x15 ET45 4/100 Solitude
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 Solitude
6.0x15 ET45 4/100 BBS
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 BBS
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 Long Beach
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 Monte Carlo
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 Brands Hatch
6.5x15 ET43 5/100 Speedline
7.0x16 ET43 5/100 BBS (Anniversary)


Golf MK4

Steel
6.0x14 ET38 5/100 14"
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 15"
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 16"
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 16" Temp
3.5x18 ET?? 5/100 18" Temp

Alloy
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 Avus
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 Avus II
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 BBS
6.0x15 ET38 5/100 Jarama
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 Montreal
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 Brands Hatch
5.5x16 ET36 5/100 Winter (Schneekettenverwendung)
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 BBS (Mehrteilig)
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 Montreal II
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 Le Castellet
6.5x16 ET42 5/100 Pau
7.0x17 ET38 5/100 Long Beach
7.0x17 ET38 5/100 Santa Monica
7.5x18 ET38 5/100 BBS RC
7.5x18 ET38 5/100 Oz-Design (R32)
Pete

[tezza]

Hey guys and gals (yes! you are out there)

I have just ordered my new 2008 V6 TDI due in Aug and want to change the standard wheels from 17 to 19 in rims. Not prepared to pay the rip off price from VW.

In trying to avoid having to have the ECM changed (the dealer is VERY reluctant to do it unless it's VW Wheels) therefore trying to keep the same rolling diameter.

Anyone got any ideas on a nice rim and good allround tyres?

Tell you what I have learnt so much reading the forums especially from some of the more Senior (as in long term) members.

Thanks all
Tezza

[rayray086]

Peter, awesome post! If anyone is curious as to what some of the OEM wheels from VW were, here's a comprehensive pic database:

http://www.vintagewatercooleds.com/t...els/wheels.htm
http://4130-products.com/wheels/

Tezza, the sky's the limit in response to what aftermarket wheels you can go for. Some of the SUV range from BBS, OZ Racing and Work (select Gallery from the webpage) look very nice IMO. They are high quality and world renowned but that also means they're expensive! Searching for wheels ain't easy at all, but hope I've helped you in starting somewhere!

[dus69s]

check this site out http://www.belgarage.com.au/index.ph... 37&Itemid=75

[Mind's Eye]

Today I tried to fit a stock ek civic wheel on my mk3, wouldnt get on though. It wouldnt sit on the smaller hub circley thing. PCD and everything else seems to be ok, but when push comes to shove (quite literally), we couldnt get it on.