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Offline dam088888

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how big can i go
« on: 29 September 2011, 20:23 »
Hi all got 1.8t golf and I have lowered it 55mm still on standard wheels how big can I go before I get rubbing

2000 agu 1.8t lowered 55mm,cream mirrors and wheels,stage 1 map, forge 007p,

Offline Deano2711

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #1 on: 29 September 2011, 20:27 »
Mines lowered on 18's with no problems  :cool:

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #2 on: 29 September 2011, 20:35 »
18" is the best all round choice.

Offline s-l-i-x

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #3 on: 29 September 2011, 20:37 »
Depends on the width and ET of the wheel. A really wide 16" alloy will rub the arches if you're low enough.

Offline GunnerCP

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #4 on: 29 September 2011, 22:15 »
i've got 19's.... look nice but makes the ride a tad too hard really, I'd stick with 18's for a daily driver.

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #5 on: 30 September 2011, 17:28 »
Are you on 55mm springs or coils?

Offline dam088888

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #6 on: 30 September 2011, 18:11 »
55mm springs

2000 agu 1.8t lowered 55mm,cream mirrors and wheels,stage 1 map, forge 007p,

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Re: how big can i go
« Reply #7 on: 30 September 2011, 20:45 »
Go for a nice set of 18's mate.. Will look the dogs danglers with a 55mm drop  :wink: