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BBS VZ
« on: December 20, 2017, 06:34:02 pm »
I am ordering a set of BBS VZ for the car. Going to have them on in January. Just wondering about spacer options. Currently on 18” Monza with 10mm spacers all round. Gives me an effective ET of 41mm. The VZ are 8 inch rims with ET of 44mm so just wondering what I will get away with. Will 3mm front and 5mm rear work? Also opinions on colour would be appreciated. Leaning toward Satin Antracite at the moment


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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2017, 07:29:26 pm »
I have the same Wheels on my gti ...’went for silver to stay classy , but it’s just a personal choice really  :happy2:

Didn’t feel the need for spacers ... not really worth the 3/5mm ... not sure you’d notice to be honest

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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #3 on: December 20, 2017, 07:35:44 pm »
I am ordering a set of BBS VZ for the car. Going to have them on in January. Just wondering about spacer options. Currently on 18” Monza with 10mm spacers all round. Gives me an effective ET of 41mm. The VZ are 8 inch rims with ET of 44mm so just wondering what I will get away with. Will 3mm front and 5mm rear work? Also opinions on colour would be appreciated. Leaning toward Satin Antracite at the moment


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Remember the Monzas are 7.5 wide. So if you're wanting to achieve the same poke/fitment with the 8 wide VZs, you won't actually need spacers.

I've got the VZ in silver. Look great and they're a nice flush fit. You won't want any more poke (especially if you are or plan to go lower) unless you want to start playing with the arches.

Willtheyfit.com shows you the comparison between your Monzas spaced 10mm and VZs straight on the hub.

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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2017, 07:37:02 pm »
I have the same Wheels on my gti ...’went for silver to stay classy , but it’s just a personal choice really  :happy2:

Didn’t feel the need for spacers ... not really worth the 3/5mm ... not sure you’d notice to be honest
Yeah I was thinking the same in relation to colour. What colour is your car? Think that is a factor to be considered


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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #5 on: December 20, 2017, 07:42:30 pm »
I am ordering a set of BBS VZ for the car. Going to have them on in January. Just wondering about spacer options. Currently on 18” Monza with 10mm spacers all round. Gives me an effective ET of 41mm. The VZ are 8 inch rims with ET of 44mm so just wondering what I will get away with. Will 3mm front and 5mm rear work? Also opinions on colour would be appreciated. Leaning toward Satin Antracite at the moment


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Remember the Monzas are 7.5 wide. So if you're wanting to achieve the same poke/fitment with the 8 wide VZs, you won't actually need spacers.

I've got the VZ in silver. Look great and they're a nice flush fit. You won't want any more poke (especially if you are or plan to go lower) unless you want to start playing with the arches.

Willtheyfit.com shows you the comparison between your Monzas spaced 10mm and VZs straight on the hub.
Thanks for that. Really helpful. I am currently 20mm lower on Eibach springs. Based on this I think I will do without the spacers


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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #6 on: December 20, 2017, 07:45:27 pm »
I am ordering a set of BBS VZ for the car. Going to have them on in January. Just wondering about spacer options. Currently on 18” Monza with 10mm spacers all round. Gives me an effective ET of 41mm. The VZ are 8 inch rims with ET of 44mm so just wondering what I will get away with. Will 3mm front and 5mm rear work? Also opinions on colour would be appreciated. Leaning toward Satin Antracite at the moment


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Remember the Monzas are 7.5 wide. So if you're wanting to achieve the same poke/fitment with the 8 wide VZs, you won't actually need spacers.

I've got the VZ in silver. Look great and they're a nice flush fit. You won't want any more poke (especially if you are or plan to go lower) unless you want to start playing with the arches.

Willtheyfit.com shows you the comparison between your Monzas spaced 10mm and VZs straight on the hub.
Thanks for that. Really helpful. I am currently 20mm lower on Eibach springs. Based on this I think I will do without the spacers


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No probs mate

As for colour, mine's Tornado and I think I made the right choice going for silver. It's all personal preference of course!

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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #7 on: December 20, 2017, 07:48:08 pm »
I am ordering a set of BBS VZ for the car. Going to have them on in January. Just wondering about spacer options. Currently on 18” Monza with 10mm spacers all round. Gives me an effective ET of 41mm. The VZ are 8 inch rims with ET of 44mm so just wondering what I will get away with. Will 3mm front and 5mm rear work? Also opinions on colour would be appreciated. Leaning toward Satin Antracite at the moment


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Remember the Monzas are 7.5 wide. So if you're wanting to achieve the same poke/fitment with the 8 wide VZs, you won't actually need spacers.

I've got the VZ in silver. Look great and they're a nice flush fit. You won't want any more poke (especially if you are or plan to go lower) unless you want to start playing with the arches.

Willtheyfit.com shows you the comparison between your Monzas spaced 10mm and VZs straight on the hub.
Thanks for that. Really helpful. I am currently 20mm lower on Eibach springs. Based on this I think I will do without the spacers


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No probs mate

As for colour, mine's Tornado and I think I made the right choice going for silver. It's all personal preference of course!

Mine is graphite blue so was think the anthracite might look good. I will decide in the next few weeks and post a pic once they are fitted


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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #8 on: December 20, 2017, 07:48:57 pm »
I am ordering a set of BBS VZ for the car. Going to have them on in January. Just wondering about spacer options. Currently on 18” Monza with 10mm spacers all round. Gives me an effective ET of 41mm. The VZ are 8 inch rims with ET of 44mm so just wondering what I will get away with. Will 3mm front and 5mm rear work? Also opinions on colour would be appreciated. Leaning toward Satin Antracite at the moment


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Remember the Monzas are 7.5 wide. So if you're wanting to achieve the same poke/fitment with the 8 wide VZs, you won't actually need spacers.

I've got the VZ in silver. Look great and they're a nice flush fit. You won't want any more poke (especially if you are or plan to go lower) unless you want to start playing with the arches.

Willtheyfit.com shows you the comparison between your Monzas spaced 10mm and VZs straight on the hub.
Thanks for that. Really helpful. I am currently 20mm lower on Eibach springs. Based on this I think I will do without the spacers


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No probs mate

As for colour, mine's Tornado and I think I made the right choice going for silver. It's all personal preference of course!

Mine is graphite blue so was think the anthracite might look good. I will decide in the next few weeks and post a pic once they are fitted


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Keep us updated ☺

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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #9 on: December 20, 2017, 08:14:04 pm »
I have the same Wheels on my gti ...’went for silver to stay classy , but it’s just a personal choice really  :happy2:

Didn’t feel the need for spacers ... not really worth the 3/5mm ... not sure you’d notice to be honest
Yeah I was thinking the same in relation to colour. What colour is your car? Think that is a factor to be considered


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Silver car.... was thinking gunmetal but just looks right /classy /clean silver on silver  :happy2:

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Re: BBS VZ
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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #11 on: December 20, 2017, 08:38:54 pm »
If you end up selling your 10mm spacers give me shout as I'm on the look out for a set, now I've installed my Eibach Sportlines
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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #12 on: December 20, 2017, 08:56:36 pm »
If you end up selling your 10mm spacers give me shout as I'm on the look out for a set, now I've installed my Eibach Sportlines
Will do. They are Eibach spacers. Got them when ordering the springs


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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #13 on: December 20, 2017, 08:58:20 pm »
http://imgur.com/OgJNr9G]
Double drool for this pic. I see an S2000 hiding in the background
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Re: BBS VZ
« Reply #14 on: December 20, 2017, 09:10:04 pm »
http://imgur.com/OgJNr9G]
Double drool for this pic. I see an S2000 hiding in the background

Yes that’s my pride and joy  :ashamed:  :happy2: