W201 Max wheel height/width
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W201 Max wheel height/width
I have a 1991 180e (same as the later model '92 spec 1.8l 190e) and it has the stock wheels and hubcaps, which i beleive are 16". Im wondering that the max size and width of wheels this car will take without rolling the guards.
With some quick and dirty measurement it seems 17x7 rims would fit fine, but would i be able to get away with wider rims (say 17x8). I'll probably also get lowering springs so thats somehting to consider aswell.
Im also unsure as to how the offset is measured.
(my eyes are on these : http://www.carshine.com.au/Wheels/Wh...o%2020x9.5.jpg ) )
With some quick and dirty measurement it seems 17x7 rims would fit fine, but would i be able to get away with wider rims (say 17x8). I'll probably also get lowering springs so thats somehting to consider aswell.
Im also unsure as to how the offset is measured.
(my eyes are on these : http://www.carshine.com.au/Wheels/Wh...o%2020x9.5.jpg ) )
Last edited by rahoul; Jan 24, 2005 at 07:59 PM.
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You might be able to get away with 8.25" width rims, but beyond that you're going to start hitting the suspension elements.
Wheel offset is measured either in positive or negative numbers. Positive offset is how most factory and aftermarket wheels are designed. Zero offset means that the wheel mounting face (what you see when you mount the rim) is exactly in the center of the rim width. Positive offset occurs when the hub is not in the center, but is closer to the center of the car. The distance, in millimeters (even if the rim is measured in inches),that the hub mounting face is from the center of the rim width determines the offset measurement, so the bigger the number, the more the hub face moves to the inside of the rim.
Negative offset is the reverse, where the hub face moves outward, away from the car.
Wheel offset is measured either in positive or negative numbers. Positive offset is how most factory and aftermarket wheels are designed. Zero offset means that the wheel mounting face (what you see when you mount the rim) is exactly in the center of the rim width. Positive offset occurs when the hub is not in the center, but is closer to the center of the car. The distance, in millimeters (even if the rim is measured in inches),that the hub mounting face is from the center of the rim width determines the offset measurement, so the bigger the number, the more the hub face moves to the inside of the rim.
Negative offset is the reverse, where the hub face moves outward, away from the car.
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i did some more measuring and i think i could get away with 17x8's all round, thats if they are in stock, otherwise i might just stick with 17x7's. 8 inchers would give the car a nice aggressive stance i think (even tho it is the softest mercedes money can buy :P ).
I had a look at the AMG "Hammer" rims that many people put on these cars but wasnt a big fan, i think the rims is have in mind will suit the car very well. Especially if i get some good lowering springs. Actually i was pondering the worth of full blown coil-overs shocks, but that would probably be a bit excessive for a cruiser.
i did some more measuring and i think i could get away with 17x8's all round, thats if they are in stock, otherwise i might just stick with 17x7's. 8 inchers would give the car a nice aggressive stance i think (even tho it is the softest mercedes money can buy :P ).
I had a look at the AMG "Hammer" rims that many people put on these cars but wasnt a big fan, i think the rims is have in mind will suit the car very well. Especially if i get some good lowering springs. Actually i was pondering the worth of full blown coil-overs shocks, but that would probably be a bit excessive for a cruiser.
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thats true, although my mate got a full coil over kit for his 300e 24 Valve-er.
That was just a random idea tho, lowered springs is good enough for me. Thats also why im not really considering any performance modifications coz it seems kinda pointless for a little 80kw car.
That was just a random idea tho, lowered springs is good enough for me. Thats also why im not really considering any performance modifications coz it seems kinda pointless for a little 80kw car.
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They do make a set for the 1.8 - 2.0l and a different set for 2.2D, 2.3E, 2.5D 2.6, etc.
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