A Few Questions

[justcharlie]

I'm thinking seriously about getting a new set of rims and tires for an 03.5 p5. Thinking probably 17's, but maybe it's better to stick with 16's and use the stock tires? If I were to decide on 17's, would that necessitate in the purchase of new springs? Any help appreciated! (rockon)

 

[drumsbeloud]

17's give you a much more aggressive look and fill out the wheel wells a lot better. you don't need springs if you go +1, but with the lower profile tire, the wheel gap looks a little exagerated. it's not horrible or anything, but a set of springs just make the car look much more sleek. i kept the stock 16's for winter use...although finding a set of winter tires to fit the rims will be a pain in the a$$. if you do a search in the pic section, you'll find lots of pics of cars with 17's both with lowering springs and without.

 

[justcharlie]

About how much would a decent set of lowering springs hit me up for?

 

[drumsbeloud]

i got eibachs for $215 and the installation was $180. (USD)

 

[Micah]

hmm... has anyone tried mounting 18" rims and tires on the stock suspension? I would think it would rub something fierce, but maybe it would just perfectly kill the wheelgap.


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