Bought a set of 18" C63 rims for the C55 (a bit confused)
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08' Mercedes C63
Bought a set of 18" C63 rims for the C55 (a bit confused)
Got a great deal on a set so I went for it! I ordered some custom hubcentric 15mm spacers but some really old posts also said I need new wheel studs. But then others said it will be fine. Not sure what to think. If anyone can clarify I wanna get these on asap!
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This simply comes down to whether your wheel bolts stick out the back of your new wheels + spacers at the same length as your old wheels. If they are too short, then you will need new longer bolts.
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You are supposed to have 5 full turns of the lug bolt/nut for secure attatchment. As long as it grabs that much of your hub and not go too far through you'll be good!
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There is also the issue of the c63 using m14 bolts and the w203 cars using m12s.
Do your homework guys. You dont need a wheel falling off.
Do your homework guys. You dont need a wheel falling off.
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I am not talking about length here but width. The bolts are wider than on 55 or 32. The best way to I have found to judge the length needed is as follows.
1. Grab a stock rim and bolt.
2. Insert bolt into the wheel and measure the length coming out the back
3. Get new wheel and if applicable the spacer and find a bolt that stick out the same amount.
Still this does not change the fact that a m12 bolt is a smaller diameter than a m14 bolt.