Octy VRS alloys, 205/50/17 Tyres and -30mm drop

FocusZtec · 28-09-2006, 08:20

Hello guys,

Im after some advice on replacing the standard 16" alloys on my 4x4 hatch with some VRS ones.

I have Koni top adjustables and eibach springs all round and was wondering if I would hit a problem fitting the VRS 17" alloys with the 205/50 aspect conti's that they have on them.

I *think* my suspension setup is supposed to drop the car -30mm but as mine is a 4x4 it was already a fair bit higher than a standard Octy to start with (let alone a VRS!)

Will these wheels go on with no rubbing?

And how comes the VRS doesnt have 215/50's fitted? Id have thought that would be the right tyre size moving up from my 205/55/16's.

All help would be greatfully received.

Lee

EddyH · 28-09-2006, 08:53

They'll be fine. A more appropriate size tyre when you come to change is 225/45/17, they also tend to be cheaper than 205/50/17, many vRS owners change to this size.

FocusZtec · 28-09-2006, 09:02

As always Eddy - you are most helpful - thanks

However Im still surprised that the VRS comes with 205 width tyres! As you say, when its change time I'll move up a width or two.

Cheers,

Lee

EddyH · 28-09-2006, 09:39

The tyre size on the Octavia is a strange one as all the other cars based on the same platform (Leon, Golf, TT, A3, etc...) seem to use 225/45/17, I think the rolling radius is very close to 205/50/17. However I expect changing to 215/50/17 would push the rolling radius further out of tollerance.

28-09-2006, 08:20	#1
FocusZtec Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: North London Posts: 808 Thanks: 25 Thanked 26 Times in 23 Posts	Octy VRS alloys, 205/50/17 Tyres and -30mm drop Hello guys, Im after some advice on replacing the standard 16" alloys on my 4x4 hatch with some VRS ones. I have Koni top adjustables and eibach springs all round and was wondering if I would hit a problem fitting the VRS 17" alloys with the 205/50 aspect conti's that they have on them. I think my suspension setup is supposed to drop the car -30mm but as mine is a 4x4 it was already a fair bit higher than a standard Octy to start with (let alone a VRS!) Will these wheels go on with no rubbing? And how comes the VRS doesnt have 215/50's fitted? Id have thought that would be the right tyre size moving up from my 205/55/16's. All help would be greatfully received. Lee __________________ Thanks to JKM: REVO STAGE 2+ remap, Evoms CAI, Piper Turbo back Exhaust, Autotech Fuel Pump, Torque Arm Insert, Forge Recirc, Neuspeed Turbo & Intercooler pipes, APR FMIC, Iridium plugs, Koni FSD's, Eibach springs, Eibach F + R anti roll bars. VF short shifter. 345mm Brakes. 280BHP & 330LB/FT - enough room for a proper trip to B&Q and 36mpg on a run!!!

28-09-2006, 08:53	#2
EddyH Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,902 Thanks: 41 Thanked 26 Times in 26 Posts	Re: Octy VRS alloys, 205/50/17 Tyres and -30mm drop They'll be fine. A more appropriate size tyre when you come to change is 225/45/17, they also tend to be cheaper than 205/50/17, many vRS owners change to this size. __________________ EddyH Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDI Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sport

28-09-2006, 09:02	#3
FocusZtec Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: North London Posts: 808 Thanks: 25 Thanked 26 Times in 23 Posts	Re: Octy VRS alloys, 205/50/17 Tyres and -30mm drop As always Eddy - you are most helpful - thanks However Im still surprised that the VRS comes with 205 width tyres! As you say, when its change time I'll move up a width or two. Cheers, Lee __________________ Thanks to JKM: REVO STAGE 2+ remap, Evoms CAI, Piper Turbo back Exhaust, Autotech Fuel Pump, Torque Arm Insert, Forge Recirc, Neuspeed Turbo & Intercooler pipes, APR FMIC, Iridium plugs, Koni FSD's, Eibach springs, Eibach F + R anti roll bars. VF short shifter. 345mm Brakes. 280BHP & 330LB/FT - enough room for a proper trip to B&Q and 36mpg on a run!!!

28-09-2006, 09:39	#4
EddyH Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,902 Thanks: 41 Thanked 26 Times in 26 Posts	Re: Octy VRS alloys, 205/50/17 Tyres and -30mm drop The tyre size on the Octavia is a strange one as all the other cars based on the same platform (Leon, Golf, TT, A3, etc...) seem to use 225/45/17, I think the rolling radius is very close to 205/50/17. However I expect changing to 215/50/17 would push the rolling radius further out of tollerance. __________________ EddyH Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDI Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sport

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