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Just had the pleasure of receiving my VMR V710 wheels from Tracy at VMR. What a breeze to talk to and deal with, helped me every step of the way. Shipped me my lug nuts with my wheels, got here right when he said they would. I highly recommend going through them not only for their customer service but their quality wheels. They're better in person than in pics.
The Tein S-tech's ride very smooth and gave me the perfect drop I was looking for.
For reference the wheels are 18x8.5 et35 with 235/40/18 hankook v12's
I don't think the front springs had settled yet in the first pic
Really? I used my OEM lugs with Enkei Razr no problem. Is there I smaller mounting base for the lug to sit flush?
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OEM wheels should have spherical/ball seat, whereas aftermarket is generally tapered.
OEM lug nuts have a spherical/ball nut, whereas aftermarket is tapered.
Who would have thunk it?! Good info, I never even thought twice about it to be honest.
You gonna order a set now? Probably a good idea especially since you're boosted. I wouldn't want any of the wheels to fall off
Originally Posted by ulrblitzer
Just remember to carry a set of OEM lug nuts for the spare tire for if/when something happens to your summer tires!
Likewise, make sure your tire iron fits your aftermarket lug nut adapter.
This. I carry 5 OEM lug nuts (4 regular, 1 locking) under the trunk, where the spare and parts are. You don't want to go through the effort of changing a flat on your own with an OEM scissors jack on a lowered car, only to find out you can't secure your wheel after all the work you went through!
Just had the pleasure of receiving my VMR V710 wheels from Tracy at VMR. What a breeze to talk to and deal with, helped me every step of the way. Shipped me my lug nuts with my wheels, got here right when he said they would. I highly recommend going through them not only for their customer service but their quality wheels. They're better in person than in pics.
The Tein S-tech's ride very smooth and gave me the perfect drop I was looking for.
For reference the wheels are 18x8.5 et35 with 235/40/18 hankook v12's
I don't think the front springs had settled yet in the first pic
Those turned out perfect! Better than I could have imagined!
OEM lug nuts won't seat properly with aftermarket wheels.
^ This is true and correct. Although, once we determine proper ball seat size ( R13? ) then we can also suggest lug nuts that fit too. Conicals are the tried and true aftermarket lug style though!
Originally Posted by ulrblitzer
Just remember to carry a set of OEM lug nuts for the spare tire for if/when something happens to your summer tires!
Likewise, make sure your tire iron fits your aftermarket lug nut adapter.
Originally Posted by corradovrsick
Thanks for the kind words, that's a great point on the spare lug nuts and tire iron lol didn't even think about it. That would have sucked
This is also true. I don't recommend this at all: but I once had to use my donut and tried to tighten them down with my Kics R40. They worked, but I had to pull over and retorque the lugs every 5 miles or so and drove street only.
Also, that lug key should fit standard 17 or 19mm socket ( I don't recall which one ATM. Can you confirm, Corradovrsick? )
The socket size is 19mm, I ran a 40 because I had perfect condition hankook Ventus v12's laying around so I figured it wouldn't matter.. Which it doesn't, still looks good rides good and doesn't rub so I'm happy with it
Correct you are, good sir! These would work just fine!
Originally Posted by dave_88
i don't get why people run a 40 series on an 18" wheel on the Cu2; it's incorrect.
It is definitely a smaller rolling diameter than is recommended. That said, I run a 245/35 on my CL9. My speedo reads a bit high, but I wanted a shorter sidewall so I could run a wider size and tuck under my fenders.
Although I should say this with the disclaimer:
* Only run the recommended tire size for your vehicle. Running a smaller/larger diameter than what's recommended may result in speedo reading higher/lower, improper odometer readings, ABS and traction control issues and more.
04-05-2016, 08:35 PM
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