BBS RX2 (II) Info

[funkyfive]

I am just about to invest in a new set of RIMs.

I've been told they are off a Mk4 and are there any issues with them on a Mk3 eg. spacers, caliper rubbing etc..?

What is the difference between the Mk3 and Mk4 BBS RX2 Rims?

[shepgti]

only differnce is mk3 anni rims were 7j wereas the mk4 anni's were 6.5j no issues in fitting either

[Wayne]

If they are from a mk4 the tyres will be too big.

[funkyfive]

If they are from a mk4 the tyres will be too big.

Tyres are 195/45/16 V

[funkyfive]

Does anyone know if the offset is different to my current standard GTI alloys?

[shepgti]

Does anyone know if the offset is different to my current standard GTI alloys?

195/45/16 is correct tyre size, offset is 43 which is the same as standard longbeach alloys http://boneybradley.webs.com/thewheels.htm

[boneybradley]

the only issue you could have is the rear bearing covers and fitting the center caps as they stick out a few more mm on the mk3...some people run without (not recommended) or slightly flatten them (press the dome in a bit with a small hammer)

[nick_thomas]

Bradley you're wrong. I had no issues with the bearing caps.

[Wayne]

Just run 3mm spacers.

[nick_thomas]

The need for spacers will be purely aesthetic, there is no fouling whatsoever.