I need to get a quick answer for this if possible - what range of wheel offsets is generally OK to use on a B5 A4? I'm looking at 18" diameter wheels, with either 8 or 8.5 inch widths. I know that a +35 is what is recommended by Tire Rack and I also know that it can vary depending on spoke design, but is it OK to run, say, a +38 offset (I have no suspension or brake mods on the car - it's all stock).

Is a +38 or even a +40 OK to run or am I looking at trouble?

TIA...

 

I cant see why it wouldnt be alright. it can very and have no problems

 

with an 8 inch you can go up to a +45 offset

8.5 id probably stick to 35 offset

 

Offset means distance from center of wheel to backside of the wheel - where it mounts to the hub. So if your told to use +35 and you use a +38 it will be 3mm further inside of your frame - just make sure you have 3mm on the inside of the wheel well and you aren't rubbing on the control arms. - I couldn't see 3mm causing that but you never know - also, using a "larger" offset will cause the tire to look like it is mounted further inside the fender. tires mounted flush with the fender look better. IMO
good luck tell us what style your lookin at

 

I am tryin to go 18x9 +18 offset, what do u think