Wheels

[cruvon]

Hi guys, a new member here. Just wondering from which website overseas can I get the 17" Boavista wheels to replace the 15" Lakeside ones for the new Polo? Does anyone here plan sell theirs to replace with aftermarket ones?

Thanks

[team_v]

best bet for wheels is tirerack, oemplus, ecstuning, rotiform.

If you want OEM you won't find them in USA because they don't get the polo.

[cruvon]

Thanks mate, appreciate that:), any Euro sites, none above seem to have Polo parts, start from Golf onwards.

[GTI JOE]

Don't really know but someone on another thread mentioned Tempe Tyres?

[bigfoot]

Does anyone here plan sell theirs to replace with aftermarket ones?

yep, getting 18"s within the month

[aljobar]

Does anyone here plan sell theirs to replace with aftermarket ones?

Sure am. Enkei EKM3. I'm having a bit of trouble finding someone to sell them to me though

[bigfoot]

Sure am. Enkei EKM3. I'm having a bit of trouble finding someone to sell them to me though

niiiice. what colour car/wheels?

very similar to the style i'm looking at...MIA Black is hot but only in 19" ?|? Rotiform Wheels ?|? (http://www.rotiform.com/products_cast_1piece_mia.htm)

[bigfoot]

found the enkeis on US ebay - lsd motorsports

have some hot TSW wheels too

[cruvon]

Thanks, think Tempe would have only reps, reasonably priced with tyre combos nevertheless

[cruvon]

aljobar, how much you looking for the wheels with tyres, PM me a price, thanks

[GTI JOE]

Sure am. Enkei EKM3. I'm having a bit of trouble finding someone to sell them to me though

Nice man, post pics when you get them.

[aljobar]

They're going on my as yet undelivered white Polo GTI. I'd be getting the hyper silver in the stock (17x7) size. Personally, I think 18's would look too big, but to each their own. That's the best thing about cars, everyone has their own ideas of how to make a car just right for them. Expect pics around August.

Cruvon, I'll have a look around and get back to you on that.

[cruvon]

They're going on my as yet undelivered white Polo GTI. I'd be getting the hyper silver in the stock (17x7) size. Personally, I think 18's would look too big, but to each their own. That's the best thing about cars, everyone has their own ideas of how to make a car just right for them. Expect pics around August.

Cruvon, I'll have a look around and get back to you on that.

Thanks. Also out of curiosity looking at the EnkeiM3"s on the LSD Motorsports: Enkei EKM3 Hyper Silver 17" Wheel (http://lsdmotorsports.com/ctgy/Enkei_EKM3_Silver_17.html) site, those wheels look good though doesn't seem to mention what the shipping charges would be in the cart.

Also what are the Polo wheels sizes, same for front and rear? site lists these for the 17"s

442-770-6538HS (17x7.0) +38 (5x114.3) 1 $165.00
442-770-6545HS (17x7.0) +45 (5x114.3) 1 $165.00
442-770-8045HS (17x7.0) +45 (5x100) 1 $165.00

Are 17"s prone to cracking like the 18" and 19"s?

Anyones got a PS of the new Polo with these wheels on? Found one pic with them on the Golf
http://www.enkei.com/images/performance/more_images/ekm3_vw_large.jpg

[bigfoot]

the boavistas 17x7, PCD 5x100, ET46 so 442-770-8045HS would be closest offset i believe

LSD's postage is US$350

[bigfoot]

does 235/35x18 on 18x8 +45 sound right?

[bigfoot]

does 235/35x18 on 18x8 +45 sound right?

Bueller? Bueller?

[cruvon]

the boavistas 17x7, PCD 5x100, ET46 so 442-770-8045HS would be closest offset i believe

LSD's postage is US$350

Thanks, only thing is those Enkei M3 wheels might be a b*tch to keep clean. Is good you can buy 5 wheels too of those in one go since will have a spare incase one cracks.

[Gambit]

Hey Guys, looking for some hints on what colour to choose for wheels that i have. They will go on my Red Polo GTI, i need to choose from the "Precious" section of colours from the powdercoating colour chart:

http://www.dulux.com.au/media/604802/bap1141_297x210_5c_8pp_fa_single.pdf

Thinking Gunmetal Kinetic or Steel Pearl

[Gambit]

Hey Guys these are the wheels i got for free and am having stripped and powdercoated in either Black or Anthracite

Which colour would best suit a Red Polo GTI?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/5515893513_0cd3a7caa2_z-1.jpg

[team_v]

Anthracite for sure so you keep the detail.


Nice looking wheels too.

[Gambit]

This is as colour calibrated as i can get, if your on a calibrated monitor hopefully you can discern the differences:
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/5515958907_9f4c755847_b-1.jpg

Thinking steel pearl or metropolis storm pearl

[team_v]

Pearl effect on a wheel?????
Not really seeing the benefit there.

I would just get it done in gunmetal kinetik or charcoal met pearl if you have to.

[gavs]

Brave choice of wheel for a modern, european vehicle with clean lines and taught surfaces, not ever-extravaganza like a korean, japanese or australian designed car. As a designer, in my opinion, they won't suit the polo, the surfaces of the wheels are all wrong, far too aggressive.

Colour choice? Look below.
http://www.carshowroom.com.au/articlephoto/550/20100114095250068.jpg

Black on a red car is too contrasting. The idea of a wheel is to compliment the vehicle, not detract from it. I have black on the golf, but being dark green with dark tint and black plastic trim on the bodywork, it ties in better without being overtly garish. On a deep, blood red, maybe, not such a vivid, transparent red though.

My thoughts anyway.

[Gambit]

Appreciate the honest opinion. I guess if it does not look right I will sell them or use them for track days with some semi slicks on them.

[bigfoot]

just ordered these in 18x8 ET35 with 225/35 tyres

http://img853.imageshack.us/img853/8634/nurburgringgunmetalregn.jpg

[Gambit]

just ordered these in 18x8 ET35 with 225/35 tyres

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

great did you get them through here?
TSW Nurburgring RF - Matte Gunmetal Wheels - Wheel Size & Price Details - 1010tires.com (http://www.1010tires.com/wheel.asp?wheelbrand=TSW&wheelmodel=Nurburgring+RF+%2D+Matte+Gunmetal)

[gavs]

Appreciate the honest opinion. I guess if it does not look right I will sell them or use them for track days with some semi slicks on them.

Now that, is an excellent choice:):) I guess seeing as your car is almost in your hands (damn you!!! ;) ), you can test the look out early on:)

Just make sure you post pics, yeah? :)

[GTI JOE]

just ordered these in 18x8 ET35 with 225/35 tyres

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

Excuse my ignorance, but shouldn't the offset be ET46? and will 18X8 fit? Maybe I am thinking of the Polo GTI.

[bigfoot]

bob jane

cost a little more than if i bought off ebay or somewhere in the states (taking into account shipping and duty) but the few yanks i queried were very vague/unsure of tire width and offset.

if i got them shipped from the US and they didnt fit i'd be screwed.

[bigfoot]

Excuse my ignorance, but shouldn't the offset be ET46? and will 18X8 fit? Maybe I am thinking of the Polo GTI.

ET46 is correct for a 17x7 but with the extra width of the 18x8 you need to space them out a bit for inner guard clearance

just found a car on ukpolos with 18x ET35 which looks sweet

[Bflat]

Ok that's ridiculous, I've been emailing TSW in Sydney about these specific wheels for my 9N3 Gti - talk about sharing taste!
Any pics of them on the car?

[bigfoot]

Ok that's ridiculous, I've been emailing TSW in Sydney about these specific wheels for my 9N3 Gti - talk about sharing taste!
Any pics of them on the car?

give me a fortnight to get them on :D

the other one i loked was the interlagos

[Bflat]

Bigfoot, what colour is your Polo?
Mine is red and i'm thinking the colour of the Nurburgrings is peferct for them, it may not even require too much cleaning for brake dust either!
I was quoted fifteenforty + GST + freight (fiftyfive) for a set of 17X8.0 (5X100) ET35.
Being new to this, i'm unsure as to whether the ET is suitable? Anyone know what I should be aiming for ET wise with 8inch wide wheels? Also what tyre measurements would be suitable?
Thanks

[bigfoot]

mine is pepper grey but the charcoal will look sweet on red too

$55 is cheap for postage...you sure that's to aus? i was quoted anywhere from 300 to 600 for post from the US

the uncertainty around the ET and tyre sizing is one of the reasons i'm paying a little more to buy locally. easier to change if we stuff it up!

the factory 17x7 have 215/40 so you'd be looking at a 225 or 235/40 (despite the fact they are all "40" profile the wider tyres will have a slightly higher profile)

edit - just noticed you have a 9N so you may have to go a lower profile tyre...i think

[Bflat]

$55 is freight from Sydney to Melbourne.
The price they've quoted most likely factored in the shipping from the states.
I'm probably going to have to take the car in to a shop to get an idea of offsets and profiles that will suit with certain rim width's and diameters.
PM me as soon as you've got the pics, I can't wait to see these on your car.

[bigfoot]

The price they've quoted most likely factored in the shipping from the states
.

Tyres too?

[Bflat]

I can only assume not.
Given the price of new wheels these days I'm thinking I may wait it out for some wheels to pop up on the forum, I like the idea of buying from a dubber. Maybe a set of MKIV R32's so I can powder coat them white?

[GTI JOE]

Ok that's ridiculous, I've been emailing TSW in Sydney about these specific wheels for my 9N3 Gti - talk about sharing taste!
Any pics of them on the car?

Your prayers have been answered:)
http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd489/keysersoze333/vw-polo-gti_1copy.jpg

[Gambit]

Guys what do you think will these fit with no scrub 225/45/17 on 17x7inch rims for the polo ?

[bigfoot]

they shouldnt but it really depends on the offset

225/45 is a bit big...the 17x7 boavistas come with 215/40

[gavs]

I'm running 235/45 R17s on the Golf at the minute, not one bit of scrubbing and gives a great fat stance. Will look at tyre sizess the first tyre change to up the width, 215 seems a tad narrow for the power being layed down at the front :)

[Gambit]

i think they are +45

[bigfoot]

i think they are +45

the boas are +46 so you should have plenty of clearance even with the slightly bigger tyre

[GTI JOE]

I remember putting 215s X 45 tyres on my C4 on a wheel that was 17X6.5, so I would imagine 225s or even 235s may fit the GTI wheels at 17X7? Would look pretty cool:)

[gavs]

Yep, that's my plan after the stockies are torched:):)

[GTI JOE]

Hey Guys,
Went onto the German VW web site and configured this little gem. Apparently, as far as I know, Germany and NZ can order the Detroits and a minimal extra cost....Damn them....Damn them all to hell;(
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/PoloGTI1-1.jpg

[Gambit]

Looks great ^ how much for the option?

[GTI JOE]

In Germany it is 150 Euro and in New Zealand $400 NZD....pretty damn good pricing IMO:)

[pologti18t]

$400 to get the exact same sized wheels and tyres but with a machined finished... sounds like a bargain ;)

[GTI JOE]

Ahhhh.....Healthy Sarcasm, still would pay that for those wheels:)

[bigfoot]

my wheels have arrived :banana:

putting them on on saturday (and the H&R springs)

will post pics

[Gambit]

my wheels have arrived :banana:

putting them on on saturday (and the H&R springs)

will post pics

Ya bastard! Post pics ASAP :) my wheels have been powdercoated went with steel pearl in the end also have a set of potenza re070s to go on them, picking them up Monday! :)

[GTI JOE]

The Gambit and bigfoot show ....bring it on people, WE WANT LOTS OF PICS :)

[bigfoot]

Ta da!

18x8 +35 225/35 khumo (40 series p zeros were too big)

H&R springs

Sorry about the crappy phone pic, will post better ones ASAP

http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/6291/imag0052h.jpg

[Gambit]

Oh my!! Drool. Looks awesome mate! Perfect look!!! Totally envious.

[JexL]

WOWWW that niiceee :D

[GTI JOE]

Looks very cool bigfoot, now we need more pics please, you must be very happy with the look:)
Just pissfarting around with PhotoShop this morning to see how these puppies look on my GTI, before and after versions;)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/2011volkswagenpologti15_800x0w1-1.jpg
http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd489/keysersoze333/2011-volkswagen-polo-gti-15_800x0w.jpg

[gavs]

My girlfriend just told me I have to get these wheels after seeing that Joe!

[GTI JOE]

Yeah, they look very smick against white don't they, forgot to put in the red calipers, they would really stand out. Maybe we can get a bulk discount rate if we get Frostee and payno to join in. On the flip side, my wife says it's a waste of money, woman...go figure ;)

[bigfoot]

Looks very cool bigfoot, now we need more pics please, you must be very happy with the look

yea very happy, even better than I hoped...the pic doesn't do it justice. will post more pics just waiting for the weather to clear.

would look tops on a white car

[Frostee]

Hey Joe, your wife and mine will get on very well together. The only way I could get it across the line is if I could be sure of selling the original wheels at a reasoanble offset to the new ones.

[GTI JOE]

Yeah same here Frostee, unless....we create an offshore account in the Caman Islands ;)

[Gambit]

Yeah same here, I sold it to my +1 like this, save the original wheels from Kurb damage in order to retain better resale value :) plus I got my wheels for free

[alias_vw]

yea very happy, even better than I hoped...the pic doesn't do it justice. will post more pics just waiting for the weather to clear.

would look tops on a white car

So how much did they end up setting you back (wheels alone and with the tyres)?

Thinking about the same wheels but in 17" and keeping my current tyres but if it's reasonable, maybe I'd go with the 18".

Cheers!

[bigfoot]

3k as a package (don't know separate prices) less the proceeds from the sale of my boas

[Coolio]

Yeah, they look very smick against white don't they, forgot to put in the red calipers, they would really stand out. Maybe we can get a bulk discount rate if we get Frostee and payno to join in. On the flip side, my wife says it's a waste of money, woman...go figure ;)

Count me in boys, they look awesome! Haven't mentioned it to the +1...maybe if we all get them fitted we can say they are stock?

[Frostee]

I'd love to but no way I could get that passed by Snr Management

[bigfoot]

we can say they are stock?

get the dealer to fit them so they're on when you pick the car up :D

oh my stock "sport pack" springs are up for grabs

[GTI JOE]

Ok bigfoot, its been a sunny day today....where are those pics? ;)

[bigfoot]

i'm chained to my desk at work :(

hopefully this arvo

[Gambit]

Alright, just picked up the wheels from the powdercoaters, had them done in steel pearl and it aint too bad, and this is the end product!

Cant wait to get them on, will leave the final judgement when they are fitted, picked up some Bridgestone RE070 225/45/17's as well, what do you think? I so hope they work with the car :batman:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/03/5570103790_6406e5c2ba_z-1.jpg

[bigfoot]

look sweet!

what offset?

[Gambit]

thanks, they are 17x7 +45
i think i have asked before but do you think 225/45/17 will not scrub? now that you are running your profiles?

[noone]

If you are going to rub, will likely be on the struts.

Nothing a few spacers can't fix.

[Gambit]

true, now what do i do about wheel nuts??
what size are they and anyone got a link to where i can get some black ones that may suit?

[alias_vw]

Why not stick with the 215/40/17s that came with the car?

Shouldn't be any issues given only 1mm difference in offset and your rolling diameter won't change.

[bigfoot]

Why not stick with the 215/40/17s that came with the car?


thats what i'd be doing but i doubt the 225s will rub unless the car is lowered heaps

[Corey_R]

Um... if the car came with 215/40/17's, why would you be putting 225/45/17's?
Those tyres are over 3% out of spec to the original rolling circumference. In fact, they're 5.054% out! This means the speedo will be running 5.054% too slow (thankfully the VW's are usually 7% too fast anyway).

But either way, you've gone the wrong way. You should have 225/40/17's which would then only be 1.308% too slow.
Even a 225/35/17 which would be closer to spec, at 2.457% too fast.

However.. a 225/40/17 is not recommended for a 7" width wheel. The profile is too small to squish the tyre onto a 7" wide rim. You'd need a 7.5" wide rim. Therefore if you MUST run 225 width tyres rather than the original 215, then you're pretty much stuck with the incorrect sized tyres....

[Gambit]

^ yeah I may even just run them on track days and motorkhanas once a month so won't be the daily driven wheel and tyre setup.

[Gambit]

Well scrap my wheel idea, these wheels do not fit, the center bore is too small to mount to the vw hub. These wheels are pcd 5x100 off a Subaru, just thought they would for but obviously not. :( thus trying to sell them back into the subby crowd. Oh well back to square one :(

[Corey_R]

They'll fit the previous model Polo crowd, and MKIV Golf (and derivative models) etc

[Gambit]

They'll fit the previous model Polo crowd, and MKIV Golf (and derivative models) etc

ah ok cool, i can try and sell them here then.

[walkerchan]

Dam those wheels are hot. If they fit the 9n3s I might be interested to buy them =]

[GTI JOE]

OK, just took some crappy shots with my iPhone on a white GTI with painted stock wheels in Moonee Ponds, VIC.
Hey Gav, someone beat you to it buddy:( Although I really love bigfoots wheels, it's just hard to replace the stock wheels as they are. It almost seems you lose that GTI originality:) What do you guys think? In the meantime enjoy!
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/Pic3-2.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/Pic2-2.jpg
http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd489/keysersoze333/Pic1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/Pic4-2.jpg

[Gambit]

Walker pm sent

Wow black wheels with White does not look too bad at all.

[payno]

ugh... those wheels look hideous in my opinion. :s

[Corey_R]

I'm assuming that's a girls car with the plates of XOX :)

[GTI JOE]

ugh... those wheels look hideous in my opinion. :s
I tend to agree payno, better off just leaving them as they were:)
Corey, your probably right, not something a MAN would put on;)

[noone]

White on white. I don't envy the cleaning tho...

[noone]

What was the fitment issue? Is it the center bore or PCD?

[Ralfi]

Ugh. In a word; Awful.

[Gladiator]

Honestly hate it.

[gavs]

One of the guys in the office showed me a couple of pics yesterday of that exact car and I said the same thing, black no good on the polo stock wheels. I'll stick with millennium grey metallic, like my previous picks from the uk. Charcoal sets the car off and blends away, it accentuates the brake calipers and lines of the car, black, especially gloss, is too detracting on the taughtness of the body surfacing.

[GTI JOE]

Grey matt would look better, but still, GTI originality? Would love to see the finished look in the flesh gav:)

[gavs]

Yeah,me too! Need a damn car to put them on first though...
I wonder if lowlee's car will be part of that extra allocation released in January like ours was, if so, that will probably delay our shipment too...:(

[Gambit]

What was the fitment issue? Is it the center bore or PCD?

was center bore, correct PCD

[GTI JOE]

Yeah,me too! Need a damn car to put them on first though...
I wonder if lowlee's car will be part of that extra allocation released in January like ours was, if so, that will probably delay our shipment too...:(

I hope that you are wrong man, just need some freakin good news on a ship confirmation:)

[noone]

was center bore, correct PCD

If it's too small you can get adaptors, seems to be common for aftermarket wheels.

[bigfoot]

http://img121.imageshack.us/img121/9434/108yd.jpg

http://img816.imageshack.us/img816/1717/109cv.jpg

http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/7074/111xz.jpg

http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/6387/112eyf.jpg

http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/481/113ii.jpg

[broxigar1983]

P0RN!!!!! Very nice sir!

[noone]

Nice look. For some reason the 18's look too big... Even with the drop. I think its because there is no scale to the photos (no car next to it to compare)

Now I dont want to have a go but KU19's are pretty cheap tyres, fora few extra pennies the Ku31's get good reviews (for their price).

What suspension is it on? How do you find the 35 profile? Any idea on the weight of each rim?

[gavs]

After those pics, you need the sports kit fitted!

I agree with noone, I have the KU31 on the golf currently and for the price, I reckon they are a great tyre and not that much more, considering you already spent $3k :)

[Gambit]

Agreed looks hot with those wheels. ! Btw take off the dealer number plate surrounds. :)

[GTI JOE]

All really good bigfoot :) Thanks for the pics. Now I need to take some photos of mine too....wait a minute!..I'm still waiting on mine:(

[Gambit]

Oh yeah bigfoot, it just needs darkest legal tint and that thing would look truly mean :)

[PoloPie]

bigfoot - oh my, what big feet your car has ;-) those wheels look awesome, very nicely matched with the car/colour. They also look absolutely huge compared to the discs, maybe a brake upgrade next? Or paint the calipers red? :P

Looks great, thanks for the pics :)

[bigfoot]

After those pics, you need the sports kit fitted!

I agree with noone, I have the KU31 on the golf currently and for the price, I reckon they are a great tyre and not that much more, considering you already spent $3k :)

what sports kit are you referring to?

actually i'm pretty happy with th ku19s in terms of road noise, ride quality and grip, although i havent pushed the boundaries of grip yet.

they were recommended to me and i did my own research and they get 3.5 stars.


They also look absolutely huge compared to the discs, maybe a brake upgrade next?

maybe brakes but then again i did already say i wasnt going to spend any money on it...famous last words!

[dave_r]

Looks good bigfoot, if the missus saw those photos she'd never stop harassing me until she got something similar on her's!

[Smacca]

Those rims look sweet! A great choice for the Pepper Grey.

I was thinking of getting a quote for the 17" VW Motorsport rims in black for my candy white GTI on order. The Newcastle dealership had a white GTI demonstrator fitted with them and it looked awesome!


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/MotorsportRim-2.jpg


Although I'm scared to even imagine what the price will be...

[GTI JOE]

I was quoted just under $3K (Rims Only), ridiculously expensive. Cheaper buying OZ Racing wheels which look far better :)

[Smacca]

Cheaper buying OZ Racing wheels which look far better :)

Hey thanks for the advice. I've already fallen in love with these...

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/OZRacing-2.jpg

Aus OZ distributor is quoting $484 a corner. Much better than 3k!

But after seeing Bigfoot's rims, I'm starting to think grey is the new black for hot wheels. Good thing I've months to search and decide!

[bigfoot]

Hey thanks for the advice. I've already fallen in love with these...

But after seeing Bigfoot's rims, I'm starting to think grey is the new black for hot wheels. Good thing I've months to search and decide!

then you may like the grey TSW Interlagos

[GTI JOE]

The APR test car has the black OZ Wheels, very nice indeed. I prefer the graphite version rather than black for a white Polo GTI:)

[payno]

The APR test car has the black OZ Wheels, very nice indeed. I prefer the graphite version rather than black for a white Polo GTI:)

any photos?

[Corey_R]

The APR test car has the black OZ Wheels, very nice indeed. I prefer the graphite version rather than black for a white Polo GTI:)
any photos?

New Polo GTI Joins the APR development fleet! | Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?id=197439520266890&aid=54014)

[payno]

Wow nice album there. I'm still unsure how I feel about gloss black wheels against the white polo though.

[bigfoot]

New Polo GTI Joins the APR development fleet! | Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?id=197439520266890&aid=54014)

wonder what the big brakes are worth...


Any idea on the weight of each rim?

8.5kg

[Smacca]

I prefer the graphite version rather than black for a white Polo GTI:)


I'm still unsure how I feel about gloss black wheels against the white polo though.

After seeing the APR car, I'm starting to agree. Too much contrast with the black. Graphite it will be!

But what are the opinions on white rims on a white GTI?

H&R Polo GTI: The dynamic wolf in sheep’s clothing | VW Tuning Mag (http://www.vwtuningmag.com/hr-polo-gti-the-dynamic-wolf-in-sheeps-clothing/)

[Corey_R]

wonder what the big brakes are worth...

Guy_H posts about it here (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f20/polo-gti-apr-ecu-upgrade-52856-12.html#post643379).

The Alcon's are better value than the Brembo's. Whilst their 2 piece kit is a bit more than Brembo's 1 piece kit, Brembo's two piece kit is over $4k....

The best thing about the combination of those OZ Racing Rims weighing only 8.5kg, is the combination with them and the Alcon's saving you HEAPS of unsprung rotational weight (the worst type of car weight). Each brake saves 8kg alone. I wonder what the weight of the stock Polo GTI Rim is?

[Corey_R]

After seeing the APR car, I'm starting to agree. Too much contrast with the black. Graphite it will be!

But what are the opinions on white rims on a white GTI?

H&R Polo GTI: The dynamic wolf in sheep’s clothing | VW Tuning Mag (http://www.vwtuningmag.com/hr-polo-gti-the-dynamic-wolf-in-sheeps-clothing/)

Boring ;)

Much prefer black rims on white.
Although, black rims on a white car are being done to death on the Golf R... They even have a nickname... Storm Troopers. lol

[Coolio]

I am not sure what to make of the gloss black v graphite wheels, especially having seen the white polo photos GTI Joe posted earlier. I am thinking maybe graphite with a white stripe around the tyre sidewall...hopefully that helps the contrast and makes the wheels look bigger when they are in motion?

[bigfoot]

Guy_H posts about it here (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f20/polo-gti-apr-ecu-upgrade-52856-12.html#post643379)

thanks


After seeing the APR car, I'm starting to agree. Too much contrast with the black. Graphite it will be!

But what are the opinions on white rims on a white GTI?

H&R Polo GTI: The dynamic wolf in sheep’s clothing | VW Tuning Mag (http://www.vwtuningmag.com/hr-polo-gti-the-dynamic-wolf-in-sheeps-clothing/)

It can look really cool, but not those ones on the H&R Polo, and would be a bastard to keep clean.

[Mike]

I have a question if anyone knows the answer.
What is the difference between painting and powder coating wheels, in terms of finished look.
I want a super glossy look that will be able to equal my cars shine when polished and am not sure what would give a better result.
I can get 4 wheels powder coated for $300, dunno how much for painting yet but i imagine a bit more?

[gavs]

Powdercoat will not give you the same luster and shine like painting will,it is a softer surface unless you get a specific engineered coating. It is also less forgiving regarding cleaners and chemicals. That being said, it is less likely to chip due to being softer and more pliable.

Wheels are painted from the factory anyway so take a look at painting:)

[Mike]

Powdercoat will not give you the same luster and shine like painting will,it is a softer surface unless you get a specific engineered coating. It is also less forgiving regarding cleaners and chemicals. That being said, it is less likely to chip due to being softer and more pliable.

Wheels are painted from the factory anyway so take a look at painting:)

Thanks gavs :), maybe painting will be a better option for me then.
Anyone know what i should be paying the get 4 wheels painted? I know panel shops can often rip you hard.
Any recommendations?

[gavs]

No idea mate, sorry.

[payno]

I was thinking of getting a quote for the 17" VW Motorsport rims in black for my candy white GTI on order. The Newcastle dealership had a white GTI demonstrator fitted with them and it looked awesome!


Those motorsport rims look freaking hot.. I'd be curious to see what they look like on the car. I might even change my opinion of black wheels on white! $$$! however :(.

Anyone had any luck sourcing 17" Detroits? I'm still gutted NZ get them as such a cheap option.

[crumbs]

Surely if they're so readily available for NZers, there'll be a way Aussies can get them eventually. They do put the Denvers to shame, that's for sure. I'd jump on them as an option.

How much was the option for NZers?

[payno]

Surely if they're so readily available for NZers, there'll be a way Aussies can get them eventually. They do put the Denvers to shame, that's for sure. I'd jump on them as an option.

How much was the option for NZers?

Only $400 :o

[gavs]

No luck from my end, I have one other avenue of inquiry though....

[crumbs]

Only $400 :o

That's insane! Especially when you consider it's a $1200 extra for 18" Detroits on the Golf GTI. I would have jumped at that price!!!

[GTI JOE]

I think many of us would've as well, makes no sense really.

[Gambit]

agreed ^......

[Corey_R]

You guys can always do what several of the MKV and MKVI Golf boys have done.

Just got to a paint shop or wheel repair shop, and get them to mask off the face and paint the interior and "sides of the spokes" so it looks like the Detroit. The only difference is that the Detroits (at least on a Golf) have a machined front facia... though many people wouldn't notice the diff and people who have kerbed their "real" Detroits have wished it wasn't machined (since it's difficult to impossible to repair).


I'm pretty sure that the Detroits are actually styled after a few of the original MKV boys did this several years ago...

[crumbs]

That's a brill idea Corey! Have you got any photos of some people who've tried that on their Denvers?

[Corey_R]

Yeah. Ozram posted a thread here. (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f39/my-refurbed-gti-wheels-33067.html) He mistakenly called them Detroits in his post, but what he meant to say is that he bought some genuine 17" Denvers (for a Golf) and had them repaired (removed scuffing) and painted (both the black, and the silver over the repairs).


You can then see pictures of them fitted to his 118TSI here (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f35/finally-got-round-getting-camera-out-43776.html#post551319)

[onions]

managed to stumble on DIY denvers > detroits

The Official MK5 Denver/Huff to MK6 Detroit conversion DIY - VW GTI Forum / VW Rabbit Forum / VW R32 Forum / VW Golf Forum - Golfmkv.com (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129490)

now, anyone game enough to give it a try?

[Corey_R]

Yep... that's exactly what the paint shops / wheel repairers would do.

To recondition (repair scuffs) and respray has cost some members around $600 to 700 in the past. If you have brand new Denvers and just needed them sprayed, it may cost quite a bit less. But doing it yourself would obviously be far cheaper...

[noone]

..................

[gavs]

That is a very logical reply noone! :D

[GTI JOE]

I...think,.....it may be...morse code.... for.... "I don't give a *****" ;)

[way]

So, has anyone with a GTI tried a 8 inch rim with et35? I am worried about strut clearance and rubbing of the lining.

Also, anyone want to buy a brand new set of GTI wheels and tyres? :)

[PoloDave]

installed some new wheels 2 weeks ago, all it needs now is lowering
http://img543.imageshack.us/img543/7451/imag0134q.jpg

[way]

More info polodave.

[PoloDave]

sorry for that ;)
Rims are 17" Bellini Bella HB, fitted with 215/40/17 Falken ZE912 wich is a pretty low-noise tire because I cant stand road noise somehow.
On the picture its not very visible but it has huge wheel arc gaps now.. Once I move into my new house I wont need my car as much so I can go as low as I want :cool:

[way]

Looks really good. What is the offset and width of the wheels? And have you got a shot to show how far in is it against the wheel arches? Thanks.

[PoloDave]

width is 7J, ET38 I believe, give me a minute to take some shots outside

EDIT: done, just added the links because I dont want to overload everyone with full size pictures

front wheel, 3 cm clearance:
http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/8980/imag0155yw.jpg

rear wheel, +- 5 cm clearance (photo taken on angle):
http://img848.imageshack.us/img848/1001/imag0154e.jpg

taken directly above rear wheel, 3 cm outward (does that word exist?) clearance:
http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/2529/imag0152g.jpg

from a small distance:
http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/996/imag0156j.jpg

enjoy :P this is WITH the OEM sports suspension by the way, so its 1,5 cm lower than normal

[sVWatt]

Nice PoloDave, plus do i detect you added the chrome around the lower front grill?

[sVWatt]

managed to stumble on DIY denvers > detroits

The Official MK5 Denver/Huff to MK6 Detroit conversion DIY - VW GTI Forum / VW Rabbit Forum / VW R32 Forum / VW Golf Forum - Golfmkv.com (http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129490)

now, anyone game enough to give it a try?

That's a great post by our US cousin...real detailed but not waffly...night and day results.

[way]

Thanks for the extra new photos PoloDave. I was wondering how you could take day time photos at 2am, then I saw where you are. Lol. Thanks for sharing!

[PoloDave]

Nice PoloDave, plus do i detect you added the chrome around the lower front grill?

nope, its the standard grill the Highline comes with, you dont have it?

[Schibs]

nope, its the standard grill the Highline comes with, you dont have it?

Aussie Polo's don't get the chromed grill :( But can be bought here for example: Welcome to VAGLINK online store (http://www.vaglink.com/VAG/Polo_6R_10_Chrome_Front_Center_Lower_Grille_Polo_6 R.htm)

[Ilikebrunettes]

Just a few picks of my car. Only change is the denvers have been painted to look like detroits, thought it might be relevant the "wheels" thread

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/05/IMG_2272-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/05/IMG_2271-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/05/IMG_2274-1.jpg

[totallysour]

Nice wheels :-).

Did it cost much for the conversion or did you do it yourself? Always preferred detroits over denvers!

[payno]

Very nice! Also interested in cost and if it was a home job?

If it was professional, how did you explain what you wanted them to do?

[Smacca]

Only change is the denvers have been painted to look like detroits

Your car looks sweet! It transforms the whole car so well :)

[Ilikebrunettes]

Thanks. Yeah it was done professionally It cost $160 a wheel. But you can get it done a little cheaper if you don't have the wheels fitted to the car (I didnt have the means to take all four wheels and tyres off the car and then refit). Some places quoted as low as $120 if you supply them with the wheel only. I just took in a picture of denver painted to look like a detroit, it was actually a picture of someone elses wheel from this forum.

Also I'll take some better pics when the sun doesnt ruin the pic lol

[Corey_R]

Awesome work Ilikebrunettes! Now we've got an example of that being done by a Polo 6R and Golf MK6 member!
I think they really finish off the car nicely :)

[GTI JOE]

Thanks. Yeah it was done professionally It cost $160 a wheel. But you can get it done a little cheaper if you don't have the wheels fitted to the car (I didnt have the means to take all four wheels and tyres off the car and then refit). Some places quoted as low as $120 if you supply them with the wheel only. I just took in a picture of denver painted to look like a detroit, it was actually a picture of someone elses wheel from this forum.

Also I'll take some better pics when the sun doesnt ruin the pic lol

They look really great, thanks for the prices too, where did you have them done? :)

[way]

Looks great. Those in Melbourne can do a group buy wheel job? I am either going to do this or change wheels.

[Frostee]

So am I correct that this involves machining then painting the wheels?

Seems a pretty good solution vs new wheels and trying to sell the old ones.

[Ilikebrunettes]

I had the wheels (sanded/machned back) to remove the orignal paint. They then painted the gloss black on the whole inside part of the rim and the outer part you can see and then the outer grey colour which is exactly the same as the original colour. They had my car for for 2 1/2 days though so the paint could set which was tough... missed her lol. Really happy with the result though, it looks alot better then original. I'll post some before and after pics when i get the chance to take some better shots.
I had it done at a trivett tyres in parra, thet were the only ones that could keep the car overnight that i called anyway

[Frostee]

Great result at a great price. Full points to you for coming up with the idea and making it a reality.

Gav's - I reckon you might have some ideas about this for Melb?

[Corey_R]

lol... being that he's a long time forum follower, he's probably seen Ozram's photos and me post about it 1000 times by now ;)

[Frostee]

lol... being that he's a long time forum follower, he's probably seen Ozram's photos and me post about it 1000 times by now ;)

Hey Corey, do you recommend this mod to wheels?

If so, any recommendations re where to bet it done in Melb?

[Corey_R]

Sure do man. I think that it's much better than genuine Detroits for numerous reasons. 1) Detroits (on the Golf at least) are 18" and heavier. 2) Heavier wheels means less performance and increased fuel consumption. 3) Larger wheels means less sidewall height which at these sizes (17 vs 18) means worse handling not better. 4) Detroits have a machined alloy metal finish with clear coat paint. Gutter one and you need to REPLACE IT TO FIX IT.

Doing this mod to Denvers is a much better idea. You can even pick up a 2nd hand pair of Denvers which have already been scuffed and do this mod. Since you need to repaint the entire wheel, you can get the scratches/rash fixed up and they'll look brand new.

Any competent panel shop or wheel repair company should be able to do this for you. If you're good with a spray can and masking tape, you could also do it yourself with supplies from Bunnings.

[way]

Hey Corey, do you recommend this mod to wheels?

If so, any recommendations re where to bet it done in Melb?

Matty Coleman (not sure the name of his shop!) in Richmond is the man for the job. PCM and others use him regularly and he is a really good guy (and the best track instructor!).

[Smacca]

I had the wheels (sanded/machned back) to remove the orignal paint.

So if the wheels were machined back before being painted, would it be possible to get a similar machined or shiny finish like that on a genuine Detroit rim?

[Frostee]

What is the durability of the paint job?

[gavs]

So if the wheels were machined back before being painted, would it be possible to get a similar machined or shiny finish like that on a genuine Detroit rim?

Yes but the labour charge involved would probably cost you so much, you would be better off getting a set of replicas for the money, or make a friend in NZ and get them sent over! :)

[Corey_R]

What is the durability of the paint job?

Any competent body shop/wheel repair shop, the durability should be as good as the original paint job. The paint would go on in the order of:
Black internal and side of "spokes"
Silver facia
Clear coat over the entire thing

Practically ALL rims are painted, even if it's just a clear coat over the metal/alloy finish - such as with the real Detroits over the machined alloy surface.

[Ilikebrunettes]

lol... being that he's a long time forum follower, he's probably seen Ozram's photos and me post about it 1000 times by now ;)

Yeah thats where I got the idea, its defo not an original idea on my part although I may be the first to do it on a polo :)

[way]

Does anyone know if the factory Detroits for Polo have a different offset or width? I am assuming the factory one is also only 17's yeah?

[gavs]

Can't buy factory here in Oz, only europe or NZ have them but yes, they are 17" and the same as the Denvers.

[crumbs]

Is a group import of Detroits via a dealership even possible?

[JaneAusten]

Is a group import of Detroits via a dealership even possible?

Someone look into this pls. 400 NZD

[noone]

That's the price of 4 new VW wheels? Not the option upgrade cost?

If they are that cheap I'll grab a set too... Something tells me that it's not quite like this.

[GTI JOE]

The $400NZD refers to extra cost for an option of Detroits (17") instead of the stock Denvers which is not available here. Both gav and I have emailed Volkswagen NZ and a couple of dealers over there without any response. Maybe someone else can have a go...and let us know how you go :) More than likely you would have to pay the full value of the wheels, whatever that is, NOT the $400NZD mentioned in the NZ Polo GTI brochure :(

[gavs]

Both GTI Joe and I have contacted dealers over in NZ and they really like ignoring us. So not only do their immigrants come and steal our dole and split open our heads in bars, throw patrons out in the middle of Ferntree gully road over the railing at the wheelers, but they also ignore us! I think Will Anderson was right, maybe we should invade them.... ;)

Disclaimer for our Kiwi members: Aside from aforementioned bouncer, I have no ill feeling towards our accross the pond, sheep enjoying, sorry, sheep FARMING, farming, not enjoying,... neighbours :D:D

[GTI JOE]

Boy gav....just as well you weren't stereotyping them baaahhhhh ;) then they would really get made.....haka made!

[gavs]

Let me repeat the FARMING part:):)

[way]

Hi guys and gals, I am thinking of getting these wheels for my Polo. The centre bore is 57.1mm. Does anyone know if this will be ok for the Polo?
http://quirk-parts.com/ebay01/vw2/bravo17x75wheel.jpg

[schoona]

Wayne, 57.1 is bang on for VW's, but PCD may be either 5x100 or 5x112. You'll have to confirm that.

[way]

Wayne, 57.1 is bang on for VW's, but PCD may be either 5x100 or 5x112. You'll have to confirm that.

Thanks. PCD is 5 x 100 for the PoGo, same as those wheels which are an accessories wheels for Bora and used by VW racing R32s. If anyone else is interested, offset is 38 and it is a 17x7.5.

[schoona]

Didn't immediately click that they ^ are Bora Sports.
Yes they will fit on the Pogo :) Will look pretty good too!

[way]

Those rims look sweet! A great choice for the Pepper Grey.

I was thinking of getting a quote for the 17" VW Motorsport rims in black for my candy white GTI on order. The Newcastle dealership had a white GTI demonstrator fitted with them and it looked awesome!


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/MotorsportRim-1.jpg


Although I'm scared to even imagine what the price will be...

Did anyone here actually find out the cost of these? Also, does anyone know what they weigh? Looks good, downside though is that it is no wider than the standard GTI wheels, nor is the offset anymore aggressive.

[schoona]

Email Ian @ Rennehaus, he has links with VWR in the UK. :)

[crumbs]

Has anyone considered getting in touch with VW Germany to ask about the Detroits?

[Trepid4tion]

Did anyone here actually find out the cost of these? Also, does anyone know what they weigh? Looks good, downside though is that it is no wider than the standard GTI wheels, nor is the offset anymore aggressive.

I got quoted about a grand per corner for those. Was even advised to go aftermarket by the dealer when i was looking at them.

[noone]

Nice look, but heavy...

If you want nice rims, look to the USA... OEM are way over priced new.

For example, you can get my rims Enkei's, RPF1's for around 1500 new, they are half the weight of the Bora Sports, wider, but obviously you need to suit your own tastes.

If you want a used set, they go for over a grand in good cond.

[way]

Nice look, but heavy...

If you want nice rims, look to the USA... OEM are way over priced new.

For example, you can get my rims Enkei's, RPF1's for around 1500 new, they are half the weight of the Bora Sports, wider, but obviously you need to suit your own tastes.

If you want a used set, they go for over a grand in good cond.

Are you saying Bora sports are heavy or the motorsport wheels? I thought the motorsports wheels are meant to be really light, but I have no concrete info. I am not a fan of the RPF1 unfortunately, and the OZ's are too agressive with the width and offset.

[noone]

I was saying the Bora Sports are heavy. Actually they are similar to a lot of OEM wheels of the same size, I had a set of MkI TT rims, looked awesome, but heavy.

no idea on the motorsport, but I think the new VAG rims are getting lighter. Was playing with a new R rim recently, good weight for the size.

You could get some awesome rims for the price VW will want locally...

[snedden9485]

I intended on painting my denvers all black when mine arrived, however after seeing that pic of the white GTI with black denvers, no way. That was hideous. I think i will be doing the detroit painting style of my denvers.

[GTI JOE]

I intended on painting my denvers all black when mine arrived, however after seeing that pic of the white GTI with black denvers, no way. That was hideous. I think i will be doing the detroit painting style of my denvers.

Sounds like a plan and should look really good. I am torn between what your suggesting, charcoal grey all over and just keeping them as they are...damn it too many choices :(

[gavs]

If you're torn mate, leave them stock for a while to see what you feel like after a few weeks or so:) you will know more about what you want after you get to look at the car for a while:)

[GTI JOE]

yeah i might just do that, too much crap floating around the brain at the moment :(

[GTI_PAPA]

Those rims look sweet! A great choice for the Pepper Grey.

I was thinking of getting a quote for the 17" VW Motorsport rims in black for my candy white GTI on order. The Newcastle dealership had a white GTI demonstrator fitted with them and it looked awesome!


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/MotorsportRim-1.jpg

Although I'm scared to even imagine what the price will be...

Found the manufacturer of these wheels, ATS Germany. Here's a direct link: ATS Leichtmetallrder GmbH - Motorsport Rder (http://atsmotorsport.de/ats/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=18&Itemid=40)

You might find a UK dealer that might be able to sort you out a better price than the dealers.

[snedden9485]

As for charcoal, just dont wash the front wheels for a week and you will have your charcoal to test :P The charcoal wheels are also an option for me, possibly look at getting them painted that colour, however the detroit style is SOOO sexy :)

[way]

Found a wheel my missus likes, but BBS Australia wants $635 a wheel for it when it is half that overseas. Does anyone know a wheel shop in US/UK that can send BBS wheels to Australia?
http://www.bbsalloywheels.co.uk/upload/data/57_Large.jpg

[pologti18t]

Found a wheel my missus likes, but BBS Australia wants $635 a wheel for it when it is half that overseas. Does anyone know a wheel shop in US/UK that can send BBS wheels to Australia?
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

Tirerack.com?

[way]

Tirerack not allowed to export BBS to Australia. I already emailed them.

[Frostee]

Tirerack not allowed to export BBS to Australia. I already emailed them.

Did they provide a reason?

[Corey_R]

There's a local distributor in Australia, and therefore they're not allowed to.

[broxigar1983]

Tirerack not allowed to export BBS to Australia. I already emailed them.

Try one of those drop ship companies. Buy and deliver in the UK/Europe, then courier via DHL etc to Aus? I had to do that for my airfilter. Shipping cant be more than buying wheels here.

[gavs]

Yeah, like "Price USA", used them for the Kyb shocks in the golf:)

[Frostee]

Yeah, like "Price USA", used them for the Kyb shocks in the golf:)

+1 "Price USA"

Have used them and can highly recommend

[ATYPIC]

Thanks. PCD is 5 x 100 for the PoGo, same as those wheels which are an accessories wheels for Bora and used by VW racing R32s. If anyone else is interested, offset is 38 and it is a 17x7.5.

I haven't entirely read your chain of chit chat on this topic but I'm 99% sure that if you're speaking polo 2010+ wheels specs then the offset is ET46 and 17x7, and yes the centre bore is 57.1. If you are speaking anything other than polo 2010+ then of course ignore this.

[ATYPIC]

Found a wheel my missus likes, but BBS Australia wants $635 a wheel for it when it is half that overseas. Does anyone know a wheel shop in US/UK that can send BBS wheels to Australia?
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

These guys have them for $565 each...a little cheaper.

Tech 9 Tyres - Wheels: BBS CF (http://www.tech9tyres.com.au/index.php/wheels/detail/cf1/)

[way]

Hi all, sussing out if anyone is interested in the below here.

I bought a set of OZ Racing Superturismo LM for my Polo GTI, 17 x 7.5 et 35 and I mounted Goodyear F1 GS-D3 on them locally. Before I had them on the car, I thought I better checked with the missus to see if she likes them (given it's her car and all!). Well guess what? She doesn't. :( Yeah I know, should have checked before I bought them etc but too late.

Given how much trouble I went through to import these wheels from Europe, I thought I would check to see if anyone here wants to buy them to keep the peace at home. If no one is interested then I may still put them on. I paid over $1800 for the rims and $1070 for the tyres balanced and fitted. I have just picked them up from the tyre shop and they have not even been mounted on the car yet. Let me know if anyone is interested. Here are some pics. Thanks.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/07/211cc29b-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/07/423fd5a7-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/07/2253b749-1.jpg

[dave_r]

LOL she's crazy! My missus would love those on her CW TSI but no way I'm spending $2k on wheels for her car before mine :D

[way]

LOL she's crazy! My missus would love those on her CW TSI but no way I'm spending $2k on wheels for her car before mine :D

I took my chances with the wheels and failed miserably lol. She's crazy alright (in a good way of course - in case she is reading lol), as she would rather her Polo GTI over her E90 M3 everytime. :facepalm:

[dave_r]

That is why we'll never understand them :)
Should take a pic with a wheel next to the car, help a potential purchaser visualise it!

[Mike]

PM sent Way. :)

[ATYPIC]

PM sent Way. :)

Geez Mike...rather ironic these OZ wheels popped up wouldn't you say:P

[Mike]

Geez Mike...rather ironic these OZ wheels popped up wouldn't you say:P

Yeah its weird how i was just thinking about them and saw this, if Way can do em for a good price i might get them and spray them black :)

[broxigar1983]

Yeah its weird how i was just thinking about them and saw this, if Way can do em for a good price i might get them and spray them black :)

I already asked my "financial manager" and she said NO (again) otherwise I would have taken them! :(

[bigfoot]

I already asked my "financial manager" and she said NO (again) otherwise I would have taken them! :(

it's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission :)

[way]

it's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission :)

That's what I typically do when I buy cars. She only finds out on delivery day or when it's in the garage. Or she works it out anyway because she sees me constantly looking at the same marketing booklet or looking at pics of the same cars on the net lol. But with the wheels, because it's her precious little fav car, I think I should put something on it that she likes instead. She couldn't care less if this was her other car or one of my cars.

[broxigar1983]

it's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission :)

Not doing that again :)

Anyhow, Way, do you take bodyparts as payment?

[way]

Not doing that again :)

Anyhow, Way, do you take bodyparts as payment?

I take slave labour.

[broxigar1983]

I take slave labour.

Deal!! I'll send a courier for the wheels :P

[Hooti3]

Might revive this thread.

http://wheelworx.com.au/stock_wheels/O.Z.Racing/O.Z.Racing_Large/O.Z.Racing_Superturismo_GT_Black_Painted.jpg

Just been quoted for these wheels. I think they should go well with my black GTI.

Only issue now is getting someone to buy my stock Denvers :p

Anyone want them? :cookie:

[Smacca]

Just been quoted for these wheels. I think they should go well with my black GTI.

Just out of curiosity, how much were you quoted and for what size?

[Hooti3]

Just contacted Jax via their website.

18"x8"...they were charging $600 per corner balanced and fitted. That's for the wheels only.

As for the rubber, I don't think I will be able to use my current rubber on Stock wheels. Probably wont work (going from 17 to 18's).

[Hooti3]

Struggling to decide...

I have ordered 25/40mm H&R Springs from Orange Tuning.

Just now trying to decide on whether to get 18x8's or 17x8's.

18's might offer too choppy of a ride, but the 17's might not fill the guards nicely enough.

I will be changing the rubber either way I think.

Something like Goodyear F1 Assymetrics or Michelin Pilot Sport 3's.

Hmm decision decisions...

[Hail22]

Was at Jax Haberfield today, they had a Granturismo 17x7.5 as much as the 18 looks good it does not suit the polo due to the vehicles size

the 17's especially in matte black finish looks deceivingly large against my car.

Before Xmas i will be getting the Oz Granturismo 17x8's

[Hooti3]

Haha. Stop changing my mind!! argghh..

I will be going down to Jax on Saturday and testing out what looks best.

I have a few mods on the way (springs, rear swaybar, APR tune etc)...will be interesting to see which setup will give me the best grip/ride

[ATYPIC]

Was at Jax Haberfield today, they had a Granturismo 17x7.5 as much as the 18 looks good it does not suit the polo due to the vehicles size

the 17's especially in matte black finish looks deceivingly large against my car.

Before Xmas i will be getting the Oz Granturismo 17x8's

Not sure I agree with your view that 18s don't suit the polo. Yes it a larger wheel, but it's a minor misconception that the 18 inch might appear 'too large' under the guards compared to a 17, but in actual fact an 18 inch wheel with a 35 series tyre only fills out the guard by a further 5mm.

Silver wheels will obviously look larger due to the contrast between wheel and lower profile tyre, but as you guys are talking 'black on black', unless you are standing up close to the car you would barely notice the small difference between 17 and 18 because of the overall black nature of said wheel and tyre combination.

For what its worth, I'm running 18inch/35 series tyres and the ride isn't much different to stock...even with the H&R springs installed.

I would suggest getting the springs installed before you buy/try the wheels on the car, that way you can assess the guard clearance with both wheel sizes.

[Hail22]

Not sure I agree with your view that 18s don't suit the polo. Yes it a larger wheel, but it's a minor misconception that the 18 inch might appear 'too large' under the guards compared to a 17, but in actual fact an 18 inch wheel with a 35 series tyre only fills out the guard by a further 5mm.

Silver wheels will obviously look larger due to the contrast between wheel and lower profile tyre, but as you guys are talking 'black on black', unless you are standing up close to the car you would barely notice the small difference between 17 and 18 because of the overall black nature of said wheel and tyre combination.

For what its worth, I'm running 18inch/35 series tyres and the ride isn't much different to stock...even with the H&R springs installed.

I would suggest getting the springs installed before you buy/try the wheels on the car, that way you can assess the guard clearance with both wheel sizes.

Have you driven your car yet on undulating surfaces? steep corners etc? you will find the tyre will be scrubbing off the guard, heck even a pot hole while taking one of said corners will make it worse.

How do i know? used to own an Nissan S15 so i learnt to never touch the standard height of a car after that :/ call it fear, but it cost big bucks to fix after problems occurred.

[ATYPIC]

Have you driven your car yet on undulating surfaces? steep corners etc? you will find the tyre will be scrubbing off the guard, heck even a pot hole while taking one of said corners will make it worse.

How do i know? used to own an Nissan S15 so i learnt to never touch the standard height of a car after that :/ call it fear, but it cost big bucks to fix after problems occurred.

My last response was pertinent to the 'appearance' comparison between 17 & 18 under the guards, because your criteria for not wanting the 18s was because they didn't suit the car's size.

Tyres rubbing the guards under harsh cornering in varying road conditions is another discussion altogether. Everyone's vehicle, driving style and conditions are different and your S15 – just like my old R33 – is a significantly heavier car than the polo so I do understand your POV.

To answer your question, yes I have driven my car relatively hard on undulating corners, it was actually last weekend out the back of Warburton and the car handled well but I did get the odd rubbing on the right front but it was very minimal. Normally I'm a relatively conservative driver but it was time to test the new springs.

[saabby]

Anyone want them? :cookie:

The guy in sales guy in Wagga wanted a set. He could pick from Sydney or Melbourne - Rick Albest.

[Hail22]

Found OEM Talledegas :D 5x100 PCD after searching for months and months xD

[Corey_R]

Found OEM Talledegas :D 5x100 PCD after searching for months and months xD

Well, you going to share so that other people don't need to go through the same lengthy search? hehe

[Hail22]

Awaiting a reply from the seller on the weight of the wheels, where the wheels are made Says UK seller so i'm hoping it's euro made :D

Then i will be more than happy as i don't want to share something they may turn out like the mutton bird (killed by too much hype)


Edit:
We do not buy these wheels from the manufacturer but from a UK importer, I would assume that the wheels would be from the far east somewhere like China or Taiwan. The wheel will weigh around 12-15 Kgs and come with an industry standard 12 Month warranty on the finish.

Is this a good weight? also made in china/Taiwan without full facts of course...

Damn! >.<

[JexL]

OZ wheels are around 7-8kg per wheel arent they? if your after minimizing weight

[Hail22]

Going for similar balance to the Boavistas and don't want to affect the ride.

[JexL]

how much do boavistas weigh?

[Hail22]

how much do boavistas weigh?

No idea, however if this drags on any longer i may get my boa's powder coated matte black as i have had a few offers (not from here) to buy my wheels so obviously they're eye catching.

[pologti18t]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/07/5929826012_3f6e07242e_z-1.jpg
wonder what the vRs wheels would look like on a white/red Gti?

[Hail22]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/07/5929826012_3f6e07242e_z-1.jpg
wonder what the vRs wheels would look like on a white/red Gti?

Worlds smallest brakes? damn.....they look like one of those small plates you buy from Viccy's basment.

[gavs]

Awaiting a reply from the seller on the weight of the wheels, where the wheels are made Says UK seller so i'm hoping it's euro made :D

Then i will be more than happy as i don't want to share something they may turn out like the mutton bird (killed by too much hype)


Edit:
We do not buy these wheels from the manufacturer but from a UK importer, I would assume that the wheels would be from the far east somewhere like China or Taiwan. The wheel will weigh around 12-15 Kgs and come with an industry standard 12 Month warranty on the finish.

Is this a good weight? also made in china/Taiwan without full facts of course...

Damn! >.<

Thats basically the same weight as the stock wheels. Not really any weight saving there...

[Hail22]

Thats basically the same weight as the stock wheels. Not really any weight saving there...

Cool, still they're made in China/Taiwan and for all i know they may not be built to Australian Standards however i will post the link if any of you want to take the "plunge"

Volkswagen Polo 5 Stud 2641 Style Silver, Size 17". Alloy Wheels Only, add tyres if required. Sort Price Low. Alloy Wheels - Specialist supplier of alloy wheels and tyres packages, Fast Delivery, Buy Online. Version 159044. (http://www.alloywheels.com/product.asp?P_ID=2641&V_ID=159044&strKeywords=5x100%20et35,5x100%20et37,5x100%20et38 ,5x100%20et40,5x100%20et42,5x100%20et45,5x100/57-1%20et35,5x100/57-1%20et38,5x100/57-1%20et40,5x100/57-1%20et42,5x100/57-1%20et45&Make=Volkswagen&Model=Polo%205%20Stud&strSize=17%22&strSort=Low)

[Gtiwillis]

This is only my second post so hoping to get the hang of it soon
Anyways might seem like a stupid question but.
Would a set of wheel 18x8.5 et25 fit on a 6r gti? Or am I
Dreaming
Any help or feedback would be appreciated

[Hail22]

This is only my second post so hoping to get the hang of it soon
Anyways might seem like a stupid question but.
Would a set of wheel 18x8.5 et25 fit on a 6r gti? Or am I
Dreaming
Any help or feedback would be appreciated

I have heard polos with 18 x 8's but not 8.5's. To me 8.5 inches wide to me seems too wide for the Polo, sure maybe a Golf MKVI or MKV again this is from a theoretical perspective as i haven't seen 18 x 8.5s on a polo.

[swgn]

Spotted this 77TSI on ABT Z rims this afternoon here in KL :-)

http://images.instagram.com/media/2011/08/21/39817705a6ec4e69ae84b441521ef647_7.jpg

[Hail22]

Spotted this 77TSI on ABT Z rims this afternoon here in KL :-)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

Looks like standard height like mine with the ABT rear diffuser, stripping the paint on my Boavistas to a gunmetal finish similar to those wheels :D

[nikon]

is it just me or does that picture look like shiny toy cars

its playing with my head
hahahaha

[LWR]

is it just me or does that picture look like shiny toy cars

its playing with my head
hahahaha

It does to me too and I'm not sure why.

[Cookie28]

It's because they used a lens/effect which is known as miniature but theres another name for it but I can't remember, my sisters got a camera with the effect it makes the photo look like the I-spy books :D

[swgn]

Tilt-shift is the proper name, took that photo using Instagram ;)