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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: jonxy on 09 January 2011, 10:17

Title: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: jonxy on 09 January 2011, 10:17: Hi All

Recently downsized standard monza 2 18" alloys to non-VW 16" wheels for purposes of fitting winter tyres (205/55 R16) which is what VW recommend. Unfortunately having trouble with a bit of vibration at motorway cruising speeds (70-80mph). Have had the balance checked a couple of times & told no problem. Anyone having similar problems after downsizing?
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: Exonian on 09 January 2011, 11:29: Are the tyres possibly out of shape? Happens.
What is the offset of the wheels? The suspension geometry might be out if the offset is very wrong.
And have you made sure all of the bolts are done up very tightly? Simple thing but I've known a few people lose a wheel 'cos the bolts weren't tightened up, first warning sign is a vibration. Had a mate lose one on a trackday once!
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: jonxy on 09 January 2011, 14:08: Thanks for the advice.
Bolts seem to be fine.
Offset is 48 - is this ok for the MkV GTI?
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: Jimp on 09 January 2011, 14:37: ET 48 should be fine. A wheel hasn't cracked or bent after a pot hole or anything?
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: Exonian on 09 January 2011, 20:26: So were the wheels new jonxy? Damaged by a previous owner?
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: Wayne on 10 January 2011, 13:28: Switch the wheels front to back and see if it helps.

Could be a buckled wheel or faulty tyre.
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: Lap on 10 January 2011, 15:00: If they are aftermarket wheels then you may require spiggot rings to centre them on the hub.
Title: Re: problem with 16" alloys on MkV GTI
Post by: dTEA on 13 January 2011, 22:50: If not OEM then some of the crappy jobs around need a shed load of balancing so sure they were done properly?