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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: stupid on 04 July 2005, 14:41

Title: alloys
Post by: stupid on 04 July 2005, 14:41

Hi dubbers
can i fit 17s on my 1988 mk2 valver ?
I dont want to change any body work to fit them and i dont want them to rub or scrape .
Any ideas
              thanx stupid

Title: Re: alloys
Post by: knobby on 04 July 2005, 16:17

Depends on offset and width of 17" wheel.. Mine olf 17" didnt rub on the arch but rubbed on full lock. they were a 17" Fox Wheel.

Cheers

Knobby

Title: Re: alloys
Post by: rowlers on 04 July 2005, 17:58

I've got 17 oz's on mine.
don't rub on arches, but they do occasionally catch on full lock, when on an uneven surface etc...

Ride is a bit harsh mind!!! :laugh:

Would prefer some nice 15s, but don't have the coin at the mo!!! :sad:

Title: Re: alloys
Post by: stupid on 05 July 2005, 20:35

Thanx for the info
I think i will keep the 15s on for a while longer and use the cash to uprate suspension
               Thanx stupid :laugh:

Title: Re: alloys
Post by: Mr Blue on 06 July 2005, 23:13

mine catch on the outer metal lips. front+rears.

people say its low but still looks like a 4x4 to me. :undecided:

Depends what offset you get.

Title: Re: alloys
Post by: knobby on 06 July 2005, 23:51

People also say... 15's or 16's on golfs for handling.. and that ur ruin the handling with 17's.... I had 17's on mine and it seems to be great on fast long corners but it certainly wasnt as quick on tight and twisties... Got some 16x9's sitting in the garage which i cant wait to get on.. Should handle a treat.. I HOPE!