Re: Offset vs Wheel spacers

[John Kiekhaefer <jonnk@execpc.com>]

What is the offset of the standard VW  15 wheel on the GLX?.  Will I have a problem
if I use 40mm offsets (20mm each side) with the standard wheel to make it more
flush with the fender?

John Kiekhaefer
98 Red GLX

Billy T. wrote:

> You need to run a 35mm offset with a 7.5 inch wide wheel, but it only needs to
> be 35mm in the front.  Get the 40 mm offset, and a pair of 5mm spacers.  Run
> the spacers in the front, and the standard 40mm offset in the rear...  should
> eliminate the potential for any rubbing in the rear.  This is what I plan to do
> when I get wheels again.
>
> Billy T.
>
> Mitchman wrote:
>
> > I'm trying to find 17" wheels to fit my '97 Jetta GLX (5 lug, 5 x 100mm).
> > Problem is, all the wheels I like arn't in the correct offset.  The top 2
> > that I like are the Borbet Type E (from Tirerack) and the MAS MGR (from
> > Discount Tire).  They both are available in 40mm offset.  The Tirerack says
> > my car needs 30mm but I remember reading on this list that 35mm is better.
> > Is this true?  If so, could I buy 40mm rims and use 5mm wheel spacers?
> > Maybe 5mm is thin enough to still let the hub enter the center of the rim
> > so it's "hub centric".
> >
> > I really need someone that has more experience with this.  I've been saving
> > for over a year for a wheel/tire setup, and now I can't find one I like
> > that fits.
> >
> > In case your interested, I like the Yokohama A520 in a 205/40/17 or maybe a
> > 215/40/17.  What ever is closest to my original tire size.
> >
> > Thanks for the help in advance!
> >
> > Mitch
> >
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