***Official Wheel/tire/stance Fitment Thread***
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2008 CLK550 Cab
I think you are right about your current sizes, but it's been a while since I pulled my wheels. But the ET and size is stamped on the back of one of the spokes. If you have a small mirror you can stick it in there and read it or pull a couple wheels. As for the AMG "package", I don't think there is a 550 without it. So all 550s are the same. But the calipers are larger than a 350 for example. It can be a real pain to figure out what wheels work. The other wheels you are looking at, if true MB wheels, will have the size stamped on them too. If you are not changing width or diameter, your task isn't too hard because ET is the only real issue. As long as you stay pretty close they will work without spacers usually. The only other possible issue is wheel design. ET simply gives a relationship between the centerline of the wheel and the surface where it mounts to your hub. But its says nothing about whether the spokes are designed in a way to clear your calipers. See how your current front spokes bow way out, yet barely clear the claipers? So imagine a wheel with exacly the same dimensions and offset, but with straighter spokes - they may hit. I'm not sure how big an issue that is the real world, but it can be. But as you can see from reading the thread, the whole issue often comes down to trial and error, and I have never seen a "here are the wheels that will fit your car for sure" thread.
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2009 ML350, 1999 ML320, 2004 CLK320
Ride change with same sized wheels at each corver
JHouse - did you notice any change in your car's handling when you went to the same sized wheels at each corner?
I am looking for used winter tires/wheel for the 2-3 months of bad seasons and same size all around would be the easiest.
Thanks
I am looking for used winter tires/wheel for the 2-3 months of bad seasons and same size all around would be the easiest.
Thanks
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2009 CLK 550 AMG Cabriolet
Well, I kind of answered my own question to a degree. The E55 front rims were 18 x 8.5 ET30, they fit the back of my clk 550 just fine, but scraped the front of the front calipers. The E55 rear wheels were 18 x 9.5, not sure of the ET. They cleared the rear calipers without a problem, but looked really close to the inside of the rear wheel well. Maybe the 8.5's would have fit the front with a spacer, but overall, I was concerned that the extra 1" width might cause rubbing on the front and the back. The visual difference between the two styles, CLK AMG versus E55 AMG was that the CLK rim spokes bowed out to clear the calipers while the E55 rim spokes were flat in appearance. .... I hope this info helps someone else with the same question.
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Drives an 08 CLK 550 cab, 2013 E350 sport 4matic, 08 Malibu V6
spacers for 2008 CLK550 with stock 18" AMG chrome wheels
Finally bit the bullet and picked up a black cabriolet 08 CLK 550 with 32,000 miles. Love the car and the power. I'd like to put some spacers on the wheels in order to bring them out as as much as possible. Tried to find posts in forums on this subject but didn't see anything related to stock CLK 18" AMG rims. Seems like H&R and Ichiba are good brands to go with. Trying to stay with hub-centric but was told by H&R folks that this is only available on spacers thicker than 10mm. I would think that 5mm would hardly be noticeable.
I'm looking for the widest possible hub-centric spacers for front and rear without having to make mods (ie. rolling fenders).
I would luv to hear from someone who has done this.
Tires are stock size at 255-35-18 rear and 225-40-18 front. Any experience with spacers for this application?
BTW only other mod I intend to do is to add a front lip.
I'm looking for the widest possible hub-centric spacers for front and rear without having to make mods (ie. rolling fenders).
I would luv to hear from someone who has done this.
Tires are stock size at 255-35-18 rear and 225-40-18 front. Any experience with spacers for this application?
BTW only other mod I intend to do is to add a front lip.
Last edited by Dandaco; Sep 26, 2012 at 04:09 PM.
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2018 M4 comp cabriolet, 2017 C43 Sedan, (wife)
Dandaco,
I had same car. Swapped original AMG's for 18' BBS that were a bit wider wheel. Still have them if you have interest. I ran 265 rear and 235 front and it looked nice. Also had more meat on road.
I had same car. Swapped original AMG's for 18' BBS that were a bit wider wheel. Still have them if you have interest. I ran 265 rear and 235 front and it looked nice. Also had more meat on road.
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From: Victoria, BC (Calgarian tho)
CLK550
I don't know much about tires
Anyone here running Michelin Pilot Super Sports? I upgraded to these tires but I cannot get my tire pressure right. I'm in Victoria, BC now where the elevation is at 0. In Calgary at 3500 ft. above sea level I was running at 38 psi. This worked great but here 38 psi feels like too much and I'm sliding all over the road and spinning until 3rd. I lowered my psi in the rears to 35 but it feels like there is no difference. Tires only have about 3,000 kms and almost full tread.
Can any of you guys let me in on what psi you guys are running in the rear for these tires?
Can any of you guys let me in on what psi you guys are running in the rear for these tires?
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Anyone here running Michelin Pilot Super Sports? I upgraded to these tires but I cannot get my tire pressure right. I'm in Victoria, BC now where the elevation is at 0. In Calgary at 3500 ft. above sea level I was running at 38 psi. This worked great but here 38 psi feels like too much and I'm sliding all over the road and spinning until 3rd. I lowered my psi in the rears to 35 but it feels like there is no difference. Tires only have about 3,000 kms and almost full tread.
Can any of you guys let me in on what psi you guys are running in the rear for these tires?
Can any of you guys let me in on what psi you guys are running in the rear for these tires?
can't remember the right psi though
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- Mercedes 19" C63/E63 Replica Rims (ONLY 2 RIMS)
- Size: 8.5 x 19
- Offset: +43
- Brand new, never mounted, never used rims.
- Comes with Receipt
Price: $300 per rim (my cost price)
PM if you are interested and I will msg back right away.
Willing to Ship to Canada/USA with Paypal payment first.
Ill post in Buy&Sell Section as well.
- Size: 8.5 x 19
- Offset: +43
- Brand new, never mounted, never used rims.
- Comes with Receipt
Price: $300 per rim (my cost price)
PM if you are interested and I will msg back right away.
Willing to Ship to Canada/USA with Paypal payment first.
Ill post in Buy&Sell Section as well.
Last edited by crazymike; Oct 2, 2012 at 01:31 PM.
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2005 CLK55
+1.
Original post:
Original post:
Well I noticed there are about 3 threads a day asking
"What size wheels will fit my car?"
"What size tires do I need? Are they going to rub a coilover?"
"How much can I lower it?"
Hopefully we can get a central location for all of this information in this thread-
A. Post a pic of your car
B. Post wheel: Size, Width, Offset.
C. Tire make/size
D. If using spacers-size and manufacturer. Shortened lug bolts or not.
E. If lowered- what manufacturer and how low. Also, if using a camber kit or not.
F. Any issues with your setup or warnings about previous setups.
"What size wheels will fit my car?"
"What size tires do I need? Are they going to rub a coilover?"
"How much can I lower it?"
Hopefully we can get a central location for all of this information in this thread-
A. Post a pic of your car
B. Post wheel: Size, Width, Offset.
C. Tire make/size
D. If using spacers-size and manufacturer. Shortened lug bolts or not.
E. If lowered- what manufacturer and how low. Also, if using a camber kit or not.
F. Any issues with your setup or warnings about previous setups.
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03 CLK 500
So I'm wondering if 18x8 245/40/18 et30 (F) and 18x9 265/35/18 et39 (R) wheel/tire combination fit my CLK? They are stock w211 AMG wheels in case you are wondering. I have (4) 10mm spacers if necessary.
I tried searching for my answer, but gave up at page 10. Can anyone help me out?
I tried searching for my answer, but gave up at page 10. Can anyone help me out?
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03 CLK 500
OH, btw, here's my girl and her current set-up. 
Wheels: Monarch Euro 26 20x8.5 F 20x9.5 R
Tires: Falken 452 225/30/20 et32 F 245/35/20 et35 R
Suspension: H&R coilovers
Lowering: I've lowered so much here and there, I can't even remember anymore
Issues: A bit of rubbing in the rear over big dips, etc. but all avoidable with cautious driving. However, not preventable if I have a rather large passenger in front... OH, and forget putting anyone in the back seat. I've experimented SO much with this set-up and so far and this is the best yet.
Tips: Stick to 19's to maintain full functionality and save lots of $$$$ by NOT going through tires every 9-12k mi.
Everyone told me not to go 20, but I'm stubborn! I love and hate it! 
Wheels: Monarch Euro 26 20x8.5 F 20x9.5 R
Tires: Falken 452 225/30/20 et32 F 245/35/20 et35 R
Suspension: H&R coilovers
Lowering: I've lowered so much here and there, I can't even remember anymore
Issues: A bit of rubbing in the rear over big dips, etc. but all avoidable with cautious driving. However, not preventable if I have a rather large passenger in front... OH, and forget putting anyone in the back seat. I've experimented SO much with this set-up and so far and this is the best yet.
Tips: Stick to 19's to maintain full functionality and save lots of $$$$ by NOT going through tires every 9-12k mi.
Everyone told me not to go 20, but I'm stubborn! I love and hate it!
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Looks good Morgan, obviously I'm a fan of black wheels with polished/chrome lips.
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Acura NSX, CLK500, Ducati 1098S, 69' Camaro, 72' C10, 95' Dakar M3, R33 Skyline RHD
OH, btw, here's my girl and her current set-up.
Wheels: Monarch Euro 26 20x8.5 F 20x9.5 R
Tires: Falken 452 225/30/20 et32 F 245/35/20 et35 R
Suspension: H&R coilovers
Lowering: I've lowered so much here and there, I can't even remember anymore
Issues: A bit of rubbing in the rear over big dips, etc. but all avoidable with cautious driving. However, not preventable if I have a rather large passenger in front... OH, and forget putting anyone in the back seat. I've experimented SO much with this set-up and so far and this is the best yet.
Tips: Stick to 19's to maintain full functionality and save lots of $$$$ by NOT going through tires every 9-12k mi. Everyone told me not to go 20, but I'm stubborn! I love and hate it!
Wheels: Monarch Euro 26 20x8.5 F 20x9.5 R
Tires: Falken 452 225/30/20 et32 F 245/35/20 et35 R
Suspension: H&R coilovers
Lowering: I've lowered so much here and there, I can't even remember anymore
Issues: A bit of rubbing in the rear over big dips, etc. but all avoidable with cautious driving. However, not preventable if I have a rather large passenger in front... OH, and forget putting anyone in the back seat. I've experimented SO much with this set-up and so far and this is the best yet.
Tips: Stick to 19's to maintain full functionality and save lots of $$$$ by NOT going through tires every 9-12k mi.
Everyone told me not to go 20, but I'm stubborn! I love and hate it! 
He's running 245 out back... 225/30 up front.
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From: OC & LA
03 CLK 500
Well, she's at the shop so well see 
. I'll be (trying) to fit w211 AMG wheels AND R230 AMG wheels. Ill be y'alls pioneer, explore new worlds in wheel fitments and answer these questions once and for all!
Also it'd be *SHE'S running btw.
. I'll be (trying) to fit w211 AMG wheels AND R230 AMG wheels. Ill be y'alls pioneer, explore new worlds in wheel fitments and answer these questions once and for all!Also it'd be *SHE'S running btw.
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03 CLK 500
Alright, so my NEW set-up.
Wheels: OEM W211 AMG 18X8 et30 F and 18x9 et39 R
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport 245/40/18 F and 255/45/18 R
Suspension: same H&R coilovers
Spacers: 5mm F and 20mm R
Camber kit: none
Changes: 1/4 inch raise
lug bolts in rear and eventually lug bolts in the front (in order to
get rid of 5mm spacer)
Tips: IT CAN BE DONE!!! Much different look though.
*I need to clean my car, she's so dirty!
Wheels: OEM W211 AMG 18X8 et30 F and 18x9 et39 R
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport 245/40/18 F and 255/45/18 R
Suspension: same H&R coilovers
Spacers: 5mm F and 20mm R
Camber kit: none
Changes: 1/4 inch raise
lug bolts in rear and eventually lug bolts in the front (in order to
get rid of 5mm spacer)
Tips: IT CAN BE DONE!!! Much different look though.
*I need to clean my car, she's so dirty!
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05' CLK320
Alright, so my NEW set-up.
Wheels: OEM W211 AMG 18X8 et30 F and 18x9 et39 R
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport 245/40/18 F and 255/45/18 R
Suspension: same H&R coilovers
Spacers: 5mm F and 20mm R
Camber kit: none
Changes: 1/4 inch raise
lug bolts in rear and eventually lug bolts in the front (in order to
get rid of 5mm spacer)
Tips: IT CAN BE DONE!!! Much different look though.
*I need to clean my car, she's so dirty!
Wheels: OEM W211 AMG 18X8 et30 F and 18x9 et39 R
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport 245/40/18 F and 255/45/18 R
Suspension: same H&R coilovers
Spacers: 5mm F and 20mm R
Camber kit: none
Changes: 1/4 inch raise
lug bolts in rear and eventually lug bolts in the front (in order to
get rid of 5mm spacer)
Tips: IT CAN BE DONE!!! Much different look though.
*I need to clean my car, she's so dirty!
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05' CLK320
Here's my wheel set up, pic is from a while back. Car now has 20% tint all around, and will be getting a height adjustment this week.
Wheels: Asanti AF132 19", fronts 19x8.5, backs 19x10
Tires: Cheap beater tires. 235/35/19 front, 265/30/19 back
ET: I don't know, it doesn't say on the wheels.
Suspension: Stock for now, but I'm going with the H&R street coilover system (hopefully)
Spacers: None, read below.
Issues:None, wheels were made specifically for vehicle, front has 6.5" barrel with 2" lip, back has 7" barrel and 3" lip. This is pretty much max barrel and lip size for this vehicle unless the center faceplate is machined down. If center faceplate is machined down any thinner, blades may touch the stock calipers (will touch for sure if it's BBK). Where i have it, it will clear BB kits.
Wheels: Asanti AF132 19", fronts 19x8.5, backs 19x10
Tires: Cheap beater tires. 235/35/19 front, 265/30/19 back
ET: I don't know, it doesn't say on the wheels.
Suspension: Stock for now, but I'm going with the H&R street coilover system (hopefully)
Spacers: None, read below.
Issues:None, wheels were made specifically for vehicle, front has 6.5" barrel with 2" lip, back has 7" barrel and 3" lip. This is pretty much max barrel and lip size for this vehicle unless the center faceplate is machined down. If center faceplate is machined down any thinner, blades may touch the stock calipers (will touch for sure if it's BBK). Where i have it, it will clear BB kits.
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2006 CLK 350, 2004 Infiniti FX45, 2001 BMW M3
So I have a chance to get really nice set, it's not staggered but I'm fine with that. My question is, they are ET35 all around, and I'm getting mixed info as to the front wheels. Some say it will fit fine, some say I need to get a 5mm spacer. Can some of you who perhaps run Et35 all around confirm that?
Here is the wheels specs:
5x112 bolt pattern
18"x8.5" size
66.5 Center Bore
I photoshopped them on my car, and this is what it can look like if they fit.
Thank You.
Here is the wheels specs:
5x112 bolt pattern
18"x8.5" size
66.5 Center Bore
I photoshopped them on my car, and this is what it can look like if they fit.
Thank You.
