19" VMR 710 Wheels / Tire sizes / Suspension

**rpmfoundation** · 08-29-2008 11:34 PM

So i am on the verge of getting VMR 710's ( Gunmetal )

1a.I keep seeing 235/35/19 & 245/35/19 tire sizes, which is correct? which one wouldn't rub and lessen the gap?

1b. Will I need spacers? Wheel size is ( 19x8.5 + 25mm or 35mm or 45mm offset )

2. Current Suspension is ( OEM Sport ) but I am trying to eliminate the gap so thinking about changing it to H&R springs / Billstein set-up. - Do i need to replace my OEM Sports suspension when i lower my car? if so which Bilstein set-up (HD) or (Sport) ? - I understand one of them is for lowering the car and the other is OE replacement.

3. Last but not least.. I keep seeing people asking V710 wheel to be in 18" over 19" and that finally has me questioning whether or not i should keep the 18's

In advance, thank you for all of your advice(s) & comments.
-S!

**muffinman** · 08-30-2008 01:00 AM

Originally Posted by rpmfoundation

So i am on the verge of getting VMR 710's ( Gunmetal )

1a.I keep seeing 235/45/19 & 234/35/19 tire sizes, which is correct? which one wouldn't rub and lessen the gap?

1b. Will I need spacers? Wheel size is ( 19x8.5 + 25mm or 35mm or 45mm offset )

2. Current Suspension is ( OEM Sport ) but I am trying to eliminate the gap so thinking about changing it to H&R springs / Billstein set-up. - Do i need to replace my OEM Sports suspension when i lower my car? if so which Bilstein set-up (HD) or (Sport) ? - I understand one of them is for lowering the car and the other is OE replacement.

3. Last but not least.. I keep seeing people asking V710 wheel to be in 18" over 19" and that finally has me questioning whether or not i should keep the 18's

In advance, thank you for all of your advice(s) & comments.
-S!

A few things - first and foremost, SEARCH is your friend

With that said, there are no gunmetal V710's.. they are only avail in silver, for now.

1a.) either one works, if you're going to drop it pretty low 235/35/19 will give you more clearance - it'll get you the *slightly* stretched, low-profile tire look. tirerack recommends 235/35/19's and that's what i run - check out www.tirerack.com for some more information on tire fitment

1b.) no, just ask for Audi A4 fitment (offset 35 or 38) - they fit perfectly

2.) um, yes. you would get the sport

3.) that's personal preference pending on what kind of look/ride you're going for and also how crappy your roads are.. do a search, there are a thousand posts that discuss 18's vs 19's - right now, V710's are only avail in 19"

**rpmfoundation** · 08-30-2008 10:02 AM

I actually meant 245 vs 235/35/19..
stock Titanium wheel is 235 and its 18x8 shouldnt wider wheel have a wider tire?

VMR 710 in gunmetal finish:

**pretarion** · 08-30-2008 10:59 AM

VMR doesn't offer the Gunmetal in the 5x112 bolt pattern. The pic above is for the Bimmer group. I think VMR is planning on coming out with a HYPER BLACK V710 in the next couple months, but not for sure.
If you buy now, you will have to have them painted/powdercoated Gunmetal.
Good luck

**rpmfoundation** · 08-30-2008 11:19 AM

Originally Posted by pretarion

VMR doesn't offer the Gunmetal in the 5x112 bolt pattern. The pic above is for the Bimmer group. I think VMR is planning on coming out with a HYPER BLACK V710 in the next couple months, but not for sure.
If you buy now, you will have to have them painted/powdercoated Gunmetal.
Good luck

I talked to people at VMR, and i've expressed my interest in purchasing v710's in gunmetal.. i received a reply with the above pic.. so.. as far as i know thats what i will be getting from them in the next two weeks or so..

**pretarion** · 08-30-2008 12:24 PM

That's awesome. First time I have ever heard about that finish being offered to us Audi guys.
These are the links to all the V710 articles related to the wheels...

V710 Picture Thread
V710 for Audi B7 Thread
VMR Wheel/Tire Thread
V710 on Dodge2Dub's S4

**rpmfoundation** · 08-30-2008 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by pretarion

That's awesome. First time I have ever heard about that finish being offered to us Audi guys.
These are the links to all the V710 articles related to the wheels...

V710 Picture Thread
V710 for Audi B7 Thread
VMR Wheel/Tire Thread
V710 on Dodge2Dub's S4

thank you much! - i am getting pretty addicted lol, ive spent almost all night looking at v710, specs and pics..

i need sleep.
That blue S4 with 710-ohhh...

so worthy so worthy!!

**Bllzll** · 08-30-2008 12:39 PM

i want these wheels in gunmetal also!

**rpmfoundation** · 08-30-2008 12:52 PM

ROCK THE VOTE!!! VOICE FOR VMR V710 in gunmetal!!! Maybe VMR will add them to their website and make that color a choice for all!

**SanMeg** · 08-31-2008 03:37 AM

Originally Posted by Bllzll

i want these wheels in gunmetal also!

X2

**Alkemix** · 08-31-2008 01:05 PM

I think these wheels are gonna sell like RS4 reps. All hail the new default wheel of choice for all novice and occasional tuners... me included.

**autoverruckt** · 08-31-2008 01:12 PM

Originally Posted by rpmfoundation

whoa, those look really good.

**VMRWheels** · 09-02-2008 05:41 PM

Your vehicle requires a 19x8.5 +35 offset all around. Please let me know when you are ready to order.

-Charles@VMRWheels
www.vmrwheels.com

**rpmfoundation** · 09-02-2008 05:50 PM

Hey Charles! I left Ty an email last night, just waiting on pricing!
Should be placing an order shortly after.

I saw in some forums people say that +35 offset requires spacers.. is that correct??

(http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=229822)