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Title: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: RaulCarnahan on 04 January 2012, 10:00
Hi

I'm not sure if I can't search properly on the forum but I couldn't find any threads that will actually tell me what I need to know.
Only found some information on google and I am not sure if that is correct either.

So here goes;
What are the measurements for alloy wheel fitments for mk2?

The information I found on google says 4x100, ET35-42, centre bore 57.1
is this correct?
Also what is the optimum size for alloys? 15" Im guessing...
And the maximum size?
Thanks
Title: Re: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: Mitching on 04 January 2012, 13:12
Yes, you're right with the information you found.
As for wheel size, anything from 13"-17" will fit, dependant on the size of the brakes.
IIRC, I think the smallest an 8v gti can get is 14", they need about a 60 profile tyre, so they will look 'balloony'.
17s will look ridiculous.
I'd say 15s are best for a mk2, 16s can look really good too, take Mr. Blue's as an example  :smiley:
Title: Re: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: Mr Blue on 04 January 2012, 13:33
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Title: Re: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: Wayne on 04 January 2012, 13:49
15" wih 195/50/15's is the best choice really.
Title: Re: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: dubber36 on 04 January 2012, 13:55
Quote from: Wayne on 04 January 2012, 13:49
15" wih 195/50/15's is the best choice really.

Or 185-55-15's if you want to keep OEM.
Title: Re: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: RaulCarnahan on 04 January 2012, 15:39
Thanks for the replies, been very helpful.

What sort of rim width would best?
Title: Re: Mk2 Alloy wheels
Post by: Diamond Hell on 04 January 2012, 23:01
Quote from: Wayne on 04 January 2012, 13:49
15" wih 195/50/15's is the best choice really.

Most choice and definitely the way to go.

I run Team Dynamics wheels as they're 6.6kg vs some of the VW OEM wheels, which are around 9kg.  :sick: