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YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 12:29:03 PM

drewhunsinger

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hey i have a m,ing blue 2000 a6 2.7T and am thinkin of gettin these rims....... good call or not???????

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 12:33:44 PM

Joeski

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I like the look! What size are you going with?

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 12:40:32 PM

drewhunsinger

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i think 19"s but im hearing 18"s might be less of a hassel.... what do you think??

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 1:40:23 PM

Joeski

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I have 19's on mine and love it. There is drawbacks....mainly added weight of wheels deter from performance not to mention the more expensive rubber to put on them. I use Continental Contact Sport II. They are awesome tires but pricey....thank GOD I only use them in the summer months!

The main thing is you will need to pay more attention to your driving habits depending on the road. You need to look out for bad pavement and potholes!!!! Trust me when I tell you, I live in Baltimore and the roads fu*king suck.....so you'll need to navigate around them!

As long as you are careful, you should be fine!

Good Luck to you!

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 4:20:29 PM

Jeffla

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I really like them,.

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 6:24:46 PM

ppgoal

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They look exactly like the 18" RS4 replica rims I have on order from Purems. Mine supposedly come with the Audi hub. I personally wouldn't go any larger than 18" unless you live in the land of smooth pavement and enjoy a low sidewall, harsher ride. Plus the cost of more expensive rubber.

If you go with 19", get a warranty on the tire for full replacement regardless of failure. Discount Tire offers one for about $20 per tire. It's good insurance.

How much for the rims?

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/3/2007 7:31:05 PM

prbayha

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They are sharp looking and do look very similar to the OEM/Replicas...I would go with 18's and not think twice. Better ride, handling, less expensive, and easier on your suspension system. I would also get performance tires with the lip protector. From the pictures the outside spokes look to be flush and you want that added protection.

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/4/2007 4:54:15 AM

ppgoal

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Prbayha - What do you mean by tires with lip protectors? Never heard that term nor seen that as a spec or feature. I have some Continental Contacs on order for my new wheels - how can I tell if they have this feature?

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235/40 ZR18 ContiExtremeContact;
Velocity RS4 Replica Rims

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/5/2007 6:24:26 AM

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I have lip protectors on my Continentals, they are a great added feature. PPgoal the lip protector might be a little bit tough to explain over text but it is a little lip that sticks out on the side of the tire about an 1/8th inch or so pass your rims. I might be able to post a pic of mine to help you see it. It helps protect from dinging your rims if you rub up against a curb.

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/5/2007 7:56:41 AM

ppgoal

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Joeski - I think I know what you mean. There was a small lip on the outside of my Coopers. I don't think the Pirellis have it. I'll check with Discount Tire and ask if the Continental Contacs that will replace my Coopers have it. Thanks.

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GIAC-Bailey DVs-Samco TBB
AWE Stage 2 Clutch+Lightweight Flywheel
235/45 R17 Pirelli P6 All-season; OEMs
235/40 ZR18 ContiExtremeContact;
Velocity RS4 Replica Rims

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RE: YOU LIKE THESE RIMS???? - 7/5/2007 10:15:41 AM

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