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Model specific boards => Golf mk8 => Topic started by: GtIOlly on 12 February 2023, 16:52

Title: New alloys
Post by: GtIOlly on 12 February 2023, 16:52

Hi all first time posting
Anyone able to help me out, looking at changing my 19" Adelaides with the Eagle f1ss to some 18/19"Motec MCR4 wich Michelin ps4ss.
Do I have to change anything in the suspension?, how will it drive if I go from 19"-18" ?
Not changed weels on a car before so any advice is appreciated.

Title: Re: New alloys
Post by: Exonian on 12 February 2023, 17:33

Welcome!  :smiley:

You won’t have to change anything as regards the suspension but wheel width and offset will need to be in range to fit under the arches.

Those wheels look nice but the little holes will be a pain to clean.

Title: Re: New alloys
Post by: Ceefeesh on 12 February 2023, 19:10

I have changed 19s to 18s on a 7.5 and on my 8. The ride will probably be less harsh. I prefer it but nothing wrong with 19s either. 

Title: Re: New alloys
Post by: M6TT F on 13 February 2023, 16:13

If you stick with 19s you’ll save on new tyres

Title: Re: New alloys
Post by: bogwoppit on 13 February 2023, 16:18

If you are fitting aftermarket wheels, it's worth checking to see if you need new wheel bolts.
Some wheels have tapered seats, some have radiused seats where the bolts fit against the wheel.

Title: Re: New alloys
Post by: GtIOlly on 17 February 2023, 17:43

Thanks for all the advice.
might change the alloys not sure which ones to go for yet

Title: Re: New alloys
Post by: Exonian on 17 February 2023, 18:48

Yes, there’s too much choice out there.

Mind you, if you want something very special and totally OEM:

https://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=289278.0



I’ve got a very very slight kink in one of my front wheels so decided to look at alternatives and… too much choice out there so can’t be bothered!