View Poll Results: Audi RS4 alloys.... new or old style
New style (7 x 2 spoke)
18
51.43%
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17
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Opinions of alloys wheel choice for mk4 Golf
19 August 2006, 09:12 PM
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You know Rabid, some of your points are actually pretty good, its just a pity you need to be such a ***** about it.
I wonder if your as much of a hero in person as you are in front of a keyboard.
I wonder if your as much of a hero in person as you are in front of a keyboard.
21 August 2006, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by talizman
You know Rabid, some of your points are actually pretty good, its just a pity you need to be such a ***** about it.
I wonder if your as much of a hero in person as you are in front of a keyboard.
I wonder if your as much of a hero in person as you are in front of a keyboard.
Of course my point of view is valid, it comes from actual real life experience unlike many people who post here. I've tried 18" rims on a MKIV chassis over many thousands of miles and they were far inferior to 17's, did you do this before commenting?
As for being 'a hero in person', let's just say I'm not afraid to speak my mind whatever the circumstances.
22 August 2006, 12:49 PM
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Those wheels all look like cheap reproductions (usually heavy) .... so my 2p would be to pick the lightest wheels as these won't ruin the ride by over- burdening the dampers. 
22 August 2006, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Rabid
As for being 'a hero in person', let's just say I'm not afraid to speak my mind whatever the circumstances.
What a w4nker!
22 August 2006, 09:24 PM
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Old Style RS4's all the way, just suit the Mk4. Not over the top but more OEM style.
As regards handling, yes it gets worse - mainly due to the weight of the wheel. So lower it with quality springs (eibach, H&R etc) and fit new shocks like billies etc.
The problems are highlighted when going over speed bumps and ridges at low speeds, all other road surfaces the car feels and reacts as normal.
As regards handling, yes it gets worse - mainly due to the weight of the wheel. So lower it with quality springs (eibach, H&R etc) and fit new shocks like billies etc.
The problems are highlighted when going over speed bumps and ridges at low speeds, all other road surfaces the car feels and reacts as normal.
23 August 2006, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Rabid
I wonder if your as much of a hero in person as you are in front of a keyboard.
20 October 2006, 08:38 PM
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I've just swapped from my 18" replica RS4 wheels for 17" Audi TT wheels.
The ride is much smoother, the acceleration is more noticeable and more nimble around town!
It's also made the car look more descrete, which I like!
The ride is much smoother, the acceleration is more noticeable and more nimble around town!
It's also made the car look more descrete, which I like!
21 October 2006, 02:44 PM
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I've got Audi S3 alloys on my 1.8T and really like 'em. I was looking at 18"s for ages and then spied a set of S3 rims not far from me on FleaBay so snapped them up.
21 October 2006, 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Andy Tang
I've just swapped from my 18" replica RS4 wheels for 17" Audi TT wheels.
The ride is much smoother, the acceleration is more noticeable and more nimble around town!
It's also made the car look more descrete, which I like!
The ride is much smoother, the acceleration is more noticeable and more nimble around town!
It's also made the car look more descrete, which I like!
Look much better mate !!!!
22 October 2006, 11:58 PM
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I'm not so keen on the look of them, but if they improve ride and acceleration then I'm all for them! 
What back box you got Andy and does it free any horses? Hows it sound too?
What back box you got Andy and does it free any horses? Hows it sound too?
23 October 2006, 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Andy Tang
I've just swapped from my 18" replica RS4 wheels for 17" Audi TT wheels.
The ride is much smoother, the acceleration is more noticeable and more nimble around town!
It's also made the car look more descrete, which I like!
The ride is much smoother, the acceleration is more noticeable and more nimble around town!
It's also made the car look more descrete, which I like!
23 October 2006, 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by talizman
I'm not so keen on the look of them, but if they improve ride and acceleration then I'm all for them!
What back box you got Andy and does it free any horses? Hows it sound too?
What back box you got Andy and does it free any horses? Hows it sound too?
I went for these as no money had to change hands, which is always a bonus!
The backbox was already fitted when I bought the car and the previous owner believes it to be a Powerflow
Not sure how much power it gives (if any) and who actually wants the diesel clatter to be louder! Seriously, it's more clattery at start up, but adds a lovely note when accelerating. Not that noticeable when the car is idling and warmed up.
23 October 2006, 08:33 PM
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I've got a set of 4 mint S3 wheels if anyone is looking for some.
Bought them for track wheels, but had them refurbished and now cant bring myself to use them for the track.
(daren't put them on the wifes GTi as she'll just kerb them)
Bought them for track wheels, but had them refurbished and now cant bring myself to use them for the track.
(daren't put them on the wifes GTi as she'll just kerb them)
24 October 2006, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Matt Classic
I've got a set of 4 mint S3 wheels if anyone is looking for some.
Bought them for track wheels, but had them refurbished and now cant bring myself to use them for the track.
(daren't put them on the wifes GTi as she'll just kerb them)
Bought them for track wheels, but had them refurbished and now cant bring myself to use them for the track.
(daren't put them on the wifes GTi as she'll just kerb them)
24 October 2006, 01:25 PM
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Pics - None as yet as they are still wrapped in the bubble wrap they came back from the refinishers in in the loft of my garage
Tyres - Nope, they were shot so I git rid of those
Location - Norfolk
Price - They owe me £250, but like I say, they are as new. (with centre caps too, although they are marked slightly)
If you're still interested, let me know, I'll take them down from the loft, unwrap them and take some pics and get them to you.
Tyres - Nope, they were shot so I git rid of those
Location - Norfolk
Price - They owe me £250, but like I say, they are as new. (with centre caps too, although they are marked slightly)
If you're still interested, let me know, I'll take them down from the loft, unwrap them and take some pics and get them to you.
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