Aftermarket Wheels

**TexAg713** · 10-23-2008 11:22 PM

Ok, I'm kinda clueless when it comes to this sort of stuff. Buying my first Audi and haven't really considered buying aftermarket parts until now. I would like to buy some new wheels for my Avant. I've picked out some that I really like but I don't know how to tell if they're even compatible with my ride, nor where to get a quality set of originals or replicas. I hope someone here can help me out and push me in the right direction. Thanks.

By the way, these S6 wheels are what I'm going for:

**Blake P** · 10-24-2008 10:50 AM

Originally Posted by TexAg713

Ok, I'm kinda clueless when it comes to this sort of stuff. Buying my first Audi and haven't really considered buying aftermarket parts until now. I would like to buy some new wheels for my Avant. I've picked out some that I really like but I don't know how to tell if they're even compatible with my ride, nor where to get a quality set of originals or replicas. I hope someone here can help me out and push me in the right direction. Thanks.

By the way, these S6 wheels are what I'm going for:

Well, we're going to need more than a picture to know if the wheels you want are compatible. The B8 A4 uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 66.6mm center bore, wheel fitment ranging from 17-20" diameter and 8-9" width, and offset ranging from about ET 30-45mm depending on the setup. As you can see, there are a lot of variables to consider so shop wisely!

**TexAg713** · 10-24-2008 01:36 PM

Thanks for your help. Do you guys recommend any specific manufacturers?

**Blake P** · 10-24-2008 01:40 PM

Originally Posted by TexAg713

Thanks for your help. Do you guys recommend any specific manufacturers?

It totally depends on your budget. I only feel comfortable recommending BBS, HRE, Volk, Champion, Work, and a few others, if your budget will allow.

**TexAg713** · 10-24-2008 04:12 PM

If these are accurate replicas, then I guess those wheels won't work with a B8 since the offset is 52mm. Everything else seems to match though. too bad

http://www.finishlinewheels.com/AUDI...08/A-58815U20/

**Blake P** · 10-24-2008 04:19 PM

Originally Posted by TexAg713

If these are accurate replicas, then I guess those wheels won't work with a B8 since the offset is 52mm. Everything else seems to match though. too bad

http://www.finishlinewheels.com/AUDI...08/A-58815U20/

I believe the center bore is smaller on those, but can't say for sure since it's not listed.

**k20actr** · 10-25-2008 09:39 PM

you can run a hub centric spacer.... try ecs tuning for the spacer, you would probably need about a 8mm spacer...

**TexAg713** · 10-26-2008 10:32 AM

is there anything inherently risky about using spacers? seems like its just another thing that could theoretically come apart on its own.

**akaEsCo01** · 10-28-2008 01:03 PM

You do not need a hubcentric spacer just to accomodate the center bore, a hub centric ring that matches up the center bore is all that is necessary.

As long a you get longer lug bolts to match the spacers, you will be fine. For example if you buy 20mm spacers, make sure you get lug bolts that are 20mm longer than the factory bolts and torque them down.