Official APEX VW VS-5RS Forged 17" & 18" Wheel Thread

[bentin]

I asked about BBKs and this is a Mk7 forum.

Okay, the answer is still yes. The Mk8 is still an MQB.

 

[APEXWheels]

Is there any difference in BBK clearance between SM-10 and VS-5RS?

The 17x9" ET42 VS-5RS has slightly better inner barrel clearance compared to the 17x9" ET42 SM-10.

-Geirsen

 

[scrllock]

Okay, the answer is still yes. The Mk8 is still an MQB.

with entirely different calipers and knuckles

 

[bentin]

with entirely different calipers and knuckles

Weird, didn't realize they changed the knuckles. Just the R or the GTI too? The GTI still runs the Mk7 PP setup, right?

 

[scrllock]

Weird, didn't realize they changed the knuckles. Just the R or the GTI too? The GTI still runs the Mk7 PP setup, right?

old p/n:

5Q0407253A

new p/n:
5WA407253B

Dunno anything about the GTI. the R has a completely new caliper and rotor setup.

 

[bentin]

old p/n:

5Q0407253A

new p/n:
5WA407253B

Dunno anything about the GTI. the R has a completely new caliper and rotor setup.

I have a $200 deposit on one, looks like I haven't even paid for those yet.

 

[APEXWheels]

Update Time!

With 39 pledges and 78 listed as interested, we are well on our way to reaching the maximum discount of $300 off plus free shipping! With 20 days remaining, there is still plenty of time to jump in on this deal to secure your own set of track-focused 17x9" ET42 Forged VS-5RS VW/Audi wheels at a significant discount.

For your viewing pleasure, here are a few shots from our recent MK7 GTI photoshoot. For those curious, you can find the full mod list for this car below:

Mike's 2019 MK7 VW GTI Autobahn

APEX Wheels Forged VS-5RS in Brushed Clear

F/R: 17x9" ET42 with 255/40-17 Hankook RS4

Motor:

AFe Dry Filter, OEM Airbox Mod
034 Turbo Intake hose
034 Turbo Inlet Pipe
Neuspeed Front Mount Intercooler (black)
Neuspeed Hi Flo Turbo Discharge Pipe
Neuspeed Turbo Muffler Delete
034 Boost Hose Kit
RS3 Coil Packs
RS7 Spark Plugs
Forge Motorsports Air/Oil Separator
034 Billet Oil Filter Housing
Spullen DSG Oil Catch Can
034 Upper & Lower Dogbone Mount Inserts
FluidDamper Engine Damper
EQT Grounding Kit
COBB ABS Module Heat Shield
ECS Tuning Brake Master Cylinder Brace

Tune:

Equilibrium Tuning Stage 1 IS20 91
Equilibrium Tuning TCU 7spd DSG Tune
Approximate Power : 310hp - 375ft lbs

Exhaust:

034 Res-X Resonator Delete (mid-pipe)
OEM Down Pipe
OEM Muffler

Chasis:

Audi S3 Aluminum Subframe
iSweep Tunnel Brace
iSweep Rear Sub Frame Brace
EuroSport Upper Front Strut Bar
Racing Line Carbon Fiber Rear Body Brace
TyrolSport Deadset Rigid Subframe Collar Kit

Suspension:

Bilstein B16 Damptronic Coilovers
034 Motorsports RCO Camber Ball Joints
034 Motorsports Adjustable Rear Sway Bar
SuperPro Front Lower Control Arms
SuperPro Rear Trailing Arm Bushings
Moog Anti Sway Bar End-Links

Brakes:

StopTech Trophy BBK (Front)
StopTech Sport Slotted Rotors (F&R)
StopTech Stainless Steel Brake Lines (F&R)
StopTech R660 Performance Brake Fluid
Ferodo DS2500 Pads (Front)

Aesthetic:

Aerofabb Front Splitter v2
Aerofabb Spoiler Extension
RokBlokz Mud Flaps (Short)
Acexxon Motorsports Rear Reflector Delete
Lamin-X Yellow Fog Light Covers (2 Layers)
eBay Paddle Shifter Extensions
Rennline 45mm Competition Wheel Stud Conversion (19mm socket - torque to 90 ft/lbs)

-Geirsen

 

[bentin]

Can you fit those on a Mk7 GTI with those tires and not get rub on the filler, or do you need to shift it a little? Curious if mine show up before the R if I can run them on this car.

 

[MonkeyMD]

Yes. I run that exact size of tire. No issues

 

[bentin]

Yes. I run that exact size of tire. No issues

Gracias. What are you running these days? Still trying to narrow it down between the BS RE71RS, the Yoko A052 or the much cheaper RS4.

 

[The Dude]

The brushed looks perfect. But on lapiz, that bronze could look pretty killer.

 

[bentin]

The brushed looks perfect. But on lapiz, that bronze could look pretty killer.

My seven year old says you're going on my ignore list...

 

[MonkeyMD]

Gracias. What are you running these days? Still trying to narrow it down between the BS RE71RS, the Yoko A052 or the much cheaper RS4.

I run 255/35R18 RS4 on 18x9 Rennform for street/ track

&

255/40R17 RE71R on Apex 17x9 for AutoX

Sorry, got my tires confused. My RS4 are 18 not 17 like i said before.

 

[bentin]

I run 255/35R18 RS4 on 18x9 Rennform for street/ track

&

255/40R17 RE71R on Apex 17x9 for AutoX

Sorry, got my tires confused. My RS4 are 18 not 17 like i said before.

Right width, that seems like my concern for the GTI. Thank you.

 

[BeeryTravler]

I couldn't pass up the RS4 for $150 a tire. 255/40R17. Hopefully fedex brings the 4th one.