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whats the smallest wheel size to fit over the R32 front brakes
« on: December 05, 2012, 09:59:48 am »
Due to snow on its way,what would be the smallest wheel size to fit over the R32 brakes? for the intention of snow tyres ie steel wheels. could i get 17" steelies or do i just pay crazy money for snow tyres for my 18"monzas bearing in mind dont really want to use the monzas at this time of year but they are not mint

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Re: whats the smallest wheel size to fit over the R32 front brakes
« Reply #1 on: December 05, 2012, 10:03:58 am »
17s are the smallest i believe
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Re: whats the smallest wheel size to fit over the R32 front brakes
« Reply #2 on: December 05, 2012, 10:09:39 am »
Without traction power is nothing!

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Re: whats the smallest wheel size to fit over the R32 front brakes
« Reply #3 on: December 05, 2012, 11:32:32 am »
You'll struggle to find 17" steels, and then at a reasonable price.

I got some Audi A6 17s for £90 on ebay locally, there's bargains to be had just search for other models that fit too.
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Re: whats the smallest wheel size to fit over the R32 front brakes
« Reply #4 on: December 05, 2012, 04:14:00 pm »
Thanks to you all for your info,i thought it would be 17" never considerd that skard thank you buddy :happy2: :happy2: