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W203/CL203 Aftermarket Wheel Thread - All you want to know
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From: Tampa, FL
'14 CLA 45
http://www.toyo.com/find_a_dealer/ <- thats one way to do it
the other:
just drive around and look for tire shops, ask them if they can get you toyos and also mount and balance them for one charge.
the other:
just drive around and look for tire shops, ask them if they can get you toyos and also mount and balance them for one charge.
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From: Chula Vista, San Diego
c230 Kompressor Coupe
Originally Posted by kickR
http://www.toyo.com/find_a_dealer/ <- thats one way to do it
the other:
just drive around and look for tire shops, ask them if they can get you toyos and also mount and balance them for one charge.
the other:
just drive around and look for tire shops, ask them if they can get you toyos and also mount and balance them for one charge.
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From: Chula Vista, San Diego
c230 Kompressor Coupe
Yeah, I just called a few tire dealers. Express Tires is charging me 1100 for everything, such a rip-off. but he said if I can find a cheaper price, he'll match price it. I was thinking of calling other Express Tires, but I figured that they all get their tires from the same warehouse or something. Any advice?
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From: Tampa, FL
'14 CLA 45
i dont know what toyos cost, because i never considered buying them, but somewhat like $30 for mounting and balancing per wheel is okay. so just check what the toyos cost and add $120
AND FRANK?
you dont have any tracking numbers by any chance mh?
AND FRANK?
you dont have any tracking numbers by any chance mh?
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From: NYC
BLACK 05 C230SS
Can one of you guys take one of the Lug Bolts off the REAR and measure the exact size? I know the front should fit with the spacer that Frank is giving us but I would like someone "please" to give me the measurements.
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From: Tampa, FL
'14 CLA 45
Originally Posted by razorfish228
Can one of you guys take one of the Lug Bolts off the REAR and measure the exact size? I know the front should fit with the spacer that Frank is giving us but I would like someone "please" to give me the measurements.
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From: ST. Louis, MO
'16 SL550, '18 Porsche Macan GTS
For those that have upgraded to the 19" wheel/tire pkg., how would you describe the change in the ride quality from the stock 17" set up???? A lot firmer, a little firmer, the same???? Also, how do you think they are going to handle pot holes, etc.??? I also assume that most have lowered the car some and I'm curious as to what you changed? Specifically, what brand of springs and which pad # did you go with to get the front and rear gaps the same?
I'm really thinking of going with 18"s as the road around here suck, but would like some feed back before I decide. Thanks!!!!!
I'm really thinking of going with 18"s as the road around here suck, but would like some feed back before I decide. Thanks!!!!!
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From: Palm Desert
02 C32 Amg - Green Filters, Less Resonator, Also 2003 BMW E46 M3 19" CSL wheels some exterior mods.
Originally Posted by SteveL1
For those that have upgraded to the 19" wheel/tire pkg., how would you describe the change in the ride quality from the stock 17" set up???? A lot firmer, a little firmer, the same???? Also, how do you think they are going to handle pot holes, etc.??? I also assume that most have lowered the car some and I'm curious as to what you changed? Specifically, what brand of springs and which pad # did you go with to get the front and rear gaps the same?
I'm really thinking of going with 18"s as the road around here suck, but would like some feed back before I decide. Thanks!!!!!
I'm really thinking of going with 18"s as the road around here suck, but would like some feed back before I decide. Thanks!!!!!
I think ride quality is the same. As for the pad I have no idea. I went with eibach springs. they said it can take a while to settle a little more. in the front . I noticed it's gone down a little. but over all I have never rubbed - as for pot holes, I try to go around them
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From: NYC
BLACK 05 C230SS
Originally Posted by kickR
yes, i also would appreciate it sooooooooooo much. shouldnt be too much of a hassle to take one out and measure it (the shank that is). because im gonna put them on myself, but dont want to take one wheel of first to try, put it back on, run somewhere to get it cut and then take it off again and put the new one on again. (wow what a lame sentence haha)
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From: Tampa, FL
'14 CLA 45
Originally Posted by razorfish228
I guess no one is going to help us on this KickR.
well, as soon as i get the spacers i will put them on in hope that i get it somehow resolved with those lugs from franks info. i will let you know
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From: ST. Louis, MO
'16 SL550, '18 Porsche Macan GTS
So based on what I've read above, the only way to run these wheels on an '06 C230 is to use spacers or modify the back of the rim????? Are the brake calipers actually bigger than the ones on a C32???? What a shame as I was planning on getting these for my new car. 
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From: Palm Desert
02 C32 Amg - Green Filters, Less Resonator, Also 2003 BMW E46 M3 19" CSL wheels some exterior mods.
the C32 are smaller but better i believe. I would still get them.. if they are better . smaller / different design and lighter - i think. ask frank. yes you will need spacers also. as for bolts i didn't put the wheels on my self so i have no clue. go to a reputable wheel shop. any GOOd wheel shop will have the correct bolt in stock
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From: ST. Louis, MO
'16 SL550, '18 Porsche Macan GTS
Has anyone modified the wheel to make the clearance, and if so, can you post a pic and description of what had to be done. I really don't want to run spacers if at all possible. Thanks!!!
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From: NYC
2016 E63s AMG
I had to let it rub on the caliper as I turned the wheel by hand to see were the rubing occured and then dremmil the spot were it hit, until it didn't hit anymore. It worked and I have no problems. It took about 15 - 20 min and it was done perfectly.
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From: ST. Louis, MO
'16 SL550, '18 Porsche Macan GTS
Originally Posted by ernster
I had to let it rub on the caliper as I turned the wheel by hand to see were the rubing occured and then dremmil the spot were it hit, until it didn't hit anymore. It worked and I have no problems. It took about 15 - 20 min and it was done perfectly.
How much did you have to remove on each spoke and did it affect the balancing of the wheel/tire??? Any pics of the altered wheels???? Thanks!
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From: NYC
BLACK 05 C230SS
Originally Posted by SteveL1
How much did you have to remove on each spoke and did it affect the balancing of the wheel/tire??? Any pics of the altered wheels???? Thanks!
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From: NYC
2016 E63s AMG
yes had to get them rebalanced after he did the shaving. I don't acctually know what was the amount, my tire guy took care of it. He did a great job. For pics look at my pictures on the site. There is no change in the wheels at all. But look at my pictures on this thread.
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From: NYC
BLACK 05 C230SS
Originally Posted by vic32amg
I have no Idea what size they are. However I got them from Wheel Warehouse. I'm sure if you call and ask for Cesear he can help. I told him that I was bringing in some TSW Bremmas and needed hardware. he said not to worry he has them and the rest was history. no grinding etc.. you can go to the wheelwarehouse.com and find thier number , give him a call.
