4x4 - 17 inch Wheel offset question

Stuart_J · 14-03-2003, 08:22

Sorry to post this as I have seen the answer posted recently, I think by Taviars but I cant find it

Looking to put 17 inch wheels on my 4x4 & to fit gigger brakes (at this stage brembo 4 pots are favourite) & I will also lower the car, the lowest will be standard RS height.

I am going wheel hunting tomorrow, what dims (offset etc) do I need to fit the car

Thanks

Stuart

**TaviaRS** · 14-03-2003, 08:55

Hi Stuart

RS wheels are 17x7, PCD 5x100 (thats the stud pattern) and offset is ET38, although if you are fitting Brembos you may want ET35. Offset isn't the only important thing if you are fitting Brembos, you need to look at the spoke design. Although the offset is OK there may not be enough room under the spokes for the calipers.

Try printing off an AP caliper profile as a guide from here. The Brembo is slightly larger, but at least it will guive you an idea

Edit to say, right click on the link above and save target as.

Jon

Stuart_J · 14-03-2003, 11:01

Jon

Thanks for the info,

Cant open the pdf, my little old PC is asking me which prog I need to read it in, have tried several of the options it gives me but none are working HELP PLEASE

Stuart

**TaviaRS** · 14-03-2003, 11:03

Its an acrobat file, not sure if that helps?

***DGW*** · 14-03-2003, 11:16

Download Adobe Acrobat Reader here and you will then be able to read pdf files. The download is free.

Time to brush the dog........

Stuart_J · 14-03-2003, 12:02

Thanks

14-03-2003, 08:22	#1
Stuart_J Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Winchester Posts: 5,600 Thanks: 38 Thanked 81 Times in 74 Posts	4x4 - 17 inch Wheel offset question Sorry to post this as I have seen the answer posted recently, I think by Taviars but I cant find it Looking to put 17 inch wheels on my 4x4 & to fit gigger brakes (at this stage brembo 4 pots are favourite) & I will also lower the car, the lowest will be standard RS height. I am going wheel hunting tomorrow, what dims (offset etc) do I need to fit the car Thanks Stuart __________________ Speed is an addiction for which thankfully there is no cure

14-03-2003, 08:55	#2
TaviaRS Dinosaur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North of the Watford Gap Posts: 14,931 Thanks: 19 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	Hi Stuart RS wheels are 17x7, PCD 5x100 (thats the stud pattern) and offset is ET38, although if you are fitting Brembos you may want ET35. Offset isn't the only important thing if you are fitting Brembos, you need to look at the spoke design. Although the offset is OK there may not be enough room under the spokes for the calipers. Try printing off an AP caliper profile as a guide from here. The Brembo is slightly larger, but at least it will guive you an idea Edit to say, right click on the link above and save target as. Jon __________________ A jolly sensible Mercedes E class saloon in a rather fetching bluey grey colour. No it isn't fast, no it isn't modded, and yes, it will still eat your Fabia for breakfast. Official mobile chicane for Briskoda trackdays

14-03-2003, 11:01	#3
Stuart_J Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Winchester Posts: 5,600 Thanks: 38 Thanked 81 Times in 74 Posts	Jon Thanks for the info, Cant open the pdf, my little old PC is asking me which prog I need to read it in, have tried several of the options it gives me but none are working HELP PLEASE Stuart __________________ Speed is an addiction for which thankfully there is no cure

14-03-2003, 11:03	#4
TaviaRS Dinosaur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North of the Watford Gap Posts: 14,931 Thanks: 19 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	Its an acrobat file, not sure if that helps? __________________ A jolly sensible Mercedes E class saloon in a rather fetching bluey grey colour. No it isn't fast, no it isn't modded, and yes, it will still eat your Fabia for breakfast. Official mobile chicane for Briskoda trackdays

14-03-2003, 11:16	#5
*DGW* BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cambridgeshire Posts: 17,113 Thanks: 48 Thanked 165 Times in 122 Posts	Download Adobe Acrobat Reader here and you will then be able to read pdf files. The download is free. Time to brush the dog........ __________________ Denis 2002 Octavia 1.8T 4X4 turbo Estate - rebreathed on by Jabba ... 31.93mpg 2007 Fabia vRS - CC, ESP and full leather trim by Seat Surgeons ...48.09 mpg...

14-03-2003, 12:02	#6
Stuart_J Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Winchester Posts: 5,600 Thanks: 38 Thanked 81 Times in 74 Posts	Thanks __________________ Speed is an addiction for which thankfully there is no cure

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