17lapiz
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Sorry for the dumb question, but I can’t tell if there is a definitive answer on whether or not these will fit. I have a stock 2017 R. Looking to buy for a winter setup. Thank you!
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18x9 +52 Wheel Fitment Question
- Thread starter SciroccoBob
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XM_Rocks
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- Austin, TX
It will fit but you might need a slight spacer for the rear.
17lapiz
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- Ashland, KY
So they’re 18x9 et52 with 245/40r18 winter tires. If I get 8mm spacers for the front and rear I’ll be okay? Sorry for needing clarification!
XM_Rocks
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- Austin, TX
Every tire is different with respect to tread section width.
Willtheyfit (website mentioned) is a good way to tell.
Input current specs, input new specs, take a ruler on the inside and measure clearance.
The fronts will probably be ok, 3-5MM spacers in the rear is the general consensus.
Why not just buy some Nuespeeds in 18x9 et45? Or if you only want a 245 tire 8.5” is better.
Neuspeeds will be lighter for sure.
17lapiz
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- Ashland, KY
Local sale has these for $350 with barely used winter tires. I just wanted to make it work.
XM_Rocks
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- Austin, TX
Buy them then, they’ll work.
Might have to buy some spacers for the rears.
Post up when you get them on.
17lapiz
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- Ashland, KY
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10mm rear
No fender screw mod for front however I’m not aggressively lowered. I have VW driver gear springs
17lapiz
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- Ashland, KY
Thank you! Last question. What brand spacers did you go with? I see them on ECS tuning and have heard good things about them. Any chance you can prove a link to what I want? Noob here.
I used 42 Draft Designs, just because I've used them before.
17lapiz
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- Ashland, KY
I ended up going with 42 draft designs wheel spacers. 5mm front and 10mm rear. It turned out great. No rubbing and the wheels are flush! Thank you everyone for the advice, I’m very satisfied with the results.
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XM_Rocks
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- Austin, TX
They look great! ?
hotbascosauce
Drag Racing Champion
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- Seattle, WA
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- 19 GTI SE DSG W/DCC
Looks great! I have these wheels sitting in my shed from when I had a MK5. Excited to put these on my MK7.5 now.
