Re: Cheep 16s!

[Edward Nilges <enilges@earthlink.net>]

A. Bjorkheim wrote:

> > Hey, if you go to the wheel search (NOT wheel rack) on www.tirerack.com,
> > and look for 16" wheels for any A2 VW, you get two selections that are
> > listed at under $80! The MSW Type 55 and OZ Mito. They don't come up
> > when I search for any Scirocco. Will these fit an 81 Scirocco S? Both
> > these manufacturers make much more expensive wheels. Will quality be a
> > problem? What are good tires at this size (215/40,205/40...)?
> >
> > Pleasse send any facts or opinions related to 16s on Mk1s.
>
>     I am all for it, of course I have 17s  =)  I ran 16s for about 2 weeks
> before repainting the car, but 16s with 205/40/16s will definately work,
> albeit they are a bit shorter than stock.  What width and offset are they
> offering for the Mk1?
>
>  Andre'
>  Neon Green 79

  The MSW is 7", the OZ, 7.5". I haven't yet called to find out the exact
offset, but the thing is, they only come up at this size when you search for
A2 wheels. I thought the offsets are the same. Can the Golf accomodate a wider
range of offsets than the Scirocco? There's 37 16" wheels listed for an 85
Golf, but only 15 listed for *any* Rocco, even an 87 16v.

What would potentially be the clearance problem, the fender or the strut?

Thanks all,
Ed


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