Rims

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KrakenLV

Discussion Starter · Apr 22, 2022

Hey, so im planning to buy new rims for my passat b5.5 2002 stock suspension. So i found rims R17 ET40 8J. I need to know if they will fit and look. Is spacers option here? And second about tyres - 215 or better 225 with 45 width. Thanks

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KrakenLV

Discussion Starter · #4 · Apr 27, 2022

VAGguy said:
225/45/17 is the OEM size in 17" for the B5.5. Same overall diameter as the 15" and 16" stock sizes. ET30-35 would be better. Make sure you get ones with a 57.1mm center bore or centering rings in that dimension.

For example i found r17 et29 7.5j, those will fit without problems ? Like how faar out they could be before fender

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KrakenLV

Discussion Starter · #6 · May 1, 2022

VAGguy said:
Here's a good site to figure that out. Short answer is that it should be fine. Just need to know your stock wheel dimensions to compare.

Wheel Offset Calculator | 1010Tires.com Discount Online Tire and Wheel Store

Use this calculator to determine the effect of changing your wheel width and offset. First enter your current wheel width and offset. Then enter your new wheel width and offset. Next click the calculate button. It will show the clearance between the inside of the wheel and the strut housing...

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Okay i got the rims now its time for tyres but i have no clue which ones to get my stock rims with tyres was r15/195/65. Now i need to chose between r17 215/45 or 215/50 or 225/45 or 225/50 any reccomendations??

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