brian_CLK55

Greetings all. I am interested in swapping my current early-type 17" monoblocks from my '01 CLK55, for 18" AMG wheels. My specific question here is will the AMG wheels from an R129 SL (P/Ns A2304012002 and 2012) fit on my car? If so, are there any spacers or special bolts required? Many, many thanks for all responses.

jbenz2001

I think you will need spacers and bolts.if im not mistaking the sl has an high offset and our cars range in the 32et to 35et.contact tirerack

brian_CLK55

I had read elsewhere that Tirerack was a good source for this info, but hadn't realized they were so aware of these details for our cars. I was also wondering about 18" Monoblocks from the E55s of our era fitting. Will give Tirerack a call and see what they know.

dlbehrns

The offset on a MB oem rim should be stamped on the inside of the rim. Offset on the CLK is 35mm. If the offset goes up the wheel and tire moves in and you may need spacers.

brian_CLK55

I was never clear on that "offset" point before, and you've just set me straight. Really appreciate that. Yes, I'd observed the 35mm stamp on my wheels, and now understand exactly it's importance. Appreciate it!

brian_CLK55

I see you list camber bolts as one of your upgrades. I've never felt like our cars have steering as linear as I would like. Has the ability to adjust camber made your steering feel tighter, more linear?

dlbehrns

It can be tricky. if you go with a higher offset AND a wider rim you can end up having problems rubbing on the front suspension. plenty of room in the back.

allenjdmb

fine with no issues. I cannot recall as it's been a while about the bolts. Btw, no offense to T Rack, but as they've been out of the AMG business for a good while, you're not going to get definitive information there. Perhaps someone from the old days might help, but....
I'll see if I have a picture to scan for you. I used this setup numerous times on the 208 with no issues.

brian_CLK55

Appreciate this info. Glad to hear those SL AMGs will fit! Yeah, can deal w/the bolt length change if needed. Just really appreciate hearing from people on here who know this stuff, because no one else out there does ;-)

allenjdmb

if this will appear. It's old and not that great, but should give you an idea. This is no spacers, mods, etc, and H&R springs. 225/40 and 255/35 18 is the best tire setup. Not a very good scan, but just thought it might help you.

Chappy

What's up Allen? Been a while....hope all is well!

brian_CLK55

Yes, this pic does help a lot. Again many thanks for the info! b