Hi all,
Hey I have finally got around to fitting the new 18" Detroit style (GTI) rims to my tiguan. Here is a quick pic that Tempe Tyres took after we fitted them:
Tempe Tyres: Gallery Close-Up (Volkswagon 2.7)
After all of the hassles I had in the past with other wheels etc from another supplier and manufacturer...(some of you may recall...'huge vibrations" thread), these can not be faulted! The ride is perfect, and there was not a hassle at all with the fitting etc. Oh I also forgot to mention, that they are designed to use the OEM bolts as well. The wheel drill holes are also shaped correctly for these special type of bolts required. This means that they fit flush as needed.
As these are made to the correct VW specs, there was no need for spacers, or any such thing. They fitted straight on without a problem. the sizing is 18 x 7.5 5x112 ET45
The tyres are Kuhmo KU31, 235 /50 R18 and are very quiet. They handle very well too compared to the standard Pirelli P6 mine came with.
I can not fault the guys at Tempe. Very good to deal with, and very proffesional. I would recommend that anyone searching for aftermarket wheels check them out. (and NO, I do not work there, nor am I being paid to say any of this. Haha)
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