Fitting Fake 19'' Brabus Monoblock VI Wheels

Mar 18, 2004 | 05:31 PM

cHeRoS

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Fitting Fake 19'' Brabus Monoblock VI Wheels

Because of bigger AMG brake calipers, a spacer is needed to put on the Brabus Monoblock VI wheels. I know it is possible to fit fake Monoblock VI Style Wheels on the C32.

Although i heard that there is a liability issue. That is, while driving on them they could break off at any moment.

I have two questions:
How does this happen? and Is there any way around it?

(besides buying authentic Brabus, of course)

Thanks a lot
Dave

These are the wheels: Brabus Monoblock VI Style 19'' Wheels

Mar 18, 2004 | 07:03 PM

moa4r

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Re: Fitting Fake 19'' Brabus Monoblock VI Wheels

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while driving on them they could break off at any moment.

thats a pretty serious concern man!!!

Mar 18, 2004 | 07:08 PM

MgnFicnT

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Re: Re: Fitting Fake 19'' Brabus Monoblock VI Wheels

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thats a pretty serious concern man!!!

thats why you need longer bolts man, dont use the stock ones with spacers

Mar 19, 2004 | 01:55 AM

kaze81

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You need to put longer bolts if you wanna use spacer.

Could you please check your PM box..

Thanks

KZ

Mar 20, 2004 | 05:02 AM

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I would use longer bolts anytime you go with aftermarket wheels. But why are you trying to put replica wheels on a C32? If you have a C32 im sure you can get the real deal.

Mar 20, 2004 | 09:46 AM

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Po' boy drivin a C32

We po' folk owns some of dem C32s too. Just because someone drives a nice car does not mean that he is rich. I just got through filing a bankruptcy for the owner of a nice yellow Modena.

Most of us cannot justify plunking down 6 or 7 grand for a set of wheels. We just want to look like we can (hence, the fakies). On the other hand, even the poorest dude should have the common sense not to put "suicide wheels" on his C32.

Maybe you should go for a little less flash and a little more quality in your wheel selection. . . .Might I suggest the ASA ST4, the SSR GT3 or, god forbid, the stock AMG wheels?

I don't know about you, but I would have a really hard time enjoying my car if I was constantly wondering when my wheels were going to self-destruct. . .

Unless you plan to turn your car into an art object, I would not put these wheels on. Is it your plan to just leave it parked in front of your house with the "silicone Brabus ****" projecting out of the C32's chest so all of you neighbors (who can't tell silicone from real) can admire their fine size and shape??

Mar 20, 2004 | 05:33 PM

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Re: Po' boy drivin a C32

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Originally posted by Vomit
We po' folk owns some of dem C32s too. Just because someone drives a nice car does not mean that he is rich. I just got through filing a bankruptcy for the owner of a nice yellow Modena.

agree...
i'm poor, still can afford to lease a c32.
i know a millionarie, and he drives a old camry...