***Official Wheel/tire/stance Fitment Thread***
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From: Queens, NY
2009 clk-350 (Black) AMG, 2009 clk-550 (Pewter) AMG
Thanks for the advice! I looked through and didn't find any but i did find the gun metal amg wheels we like with a ET35 at a reputable Rep wheel place for $660 shipped! It doesn't have the engraving... just stickers but I have yet to find one place with the engraving.
https://www.uapone.com/index.php?id_...roller=product
Now onto the spacer question when dealing with a ET35 wheels all around. I know omega and a couple other forum members usually run 10mm spacer all around but has anybody or do you think it is possible to run a 15mm spacer in the back with 10mm up front? Wouldn't it give the car a slightly more aggressive stance or would I be better sticking with the 10mm all the way around? Sorry for the Noob questions! haha
Once again thanks I appreciate all your help Omega!
https://www.uapone.com/index.php?id_...roller=product
Now onto the spacer question when dealing with a ET35 wheels all around. I know omega and a couple other forum members usually run 10mm spacer all around but has anybody or do you think it is possible to run a 15mm spacer in the back with 10mm up front? Wouldn't it give the car a slightly more aggressive stance or would I be better sticking with the 10mm all the way around? Sorry for the Noob questions! haha
Once again thanks I appreciate all your help Omega!
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2003 CLK500 Pewter
So im looking at buying an 07 CLK550 to replace my former clk550. The wheels on th07 I never liked so they got to go! haha
Im looking at two options
1 http://www.powerwheelspro.com/shop/p...roducts_id=675
2.http://www.oemwheelsplus.com/index.p...heels-set.html
Im personally leaning towards wheel 2 but they only come with a 45 mm offset. Is it possible to get those to fit and if so what size spacer would I have to go with to get them to sit flush with the fender?
Would I be better going with wheel option 1 just because of the offset issue?
Thanks guys!
Im looking at two options
1 http://www.powerwheelspro.com/shop/p...roducts_id=675
2.http://www.oemwheelsplus.com/index.p...heels-set.html
Im personally leaning towards wheel 2 but they only come with a 45 mm offset. Is it possible to get those to fit and if so what size spacer would I have to go with to get them to sit flush with the fender?
Would I be better going with wheel option 1 just because of the offset issue?
Thanks guys!
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From: New York
05 E55
I noticed alot of clk owners have the Mandrus Millennium wheels i wanted to know hows the ride quality,if they are durable as OEM AMG wheels, and is the fitment perfect with no need to run a spacer? hope someone can chime in im on the fence about purchasing them
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2009 clk-350 (Black) AMG, 2009 clk-550 (Pewter) AMG
If I was getting mandrus wheels I would go with the rotec. They are rotary forged, light and strong. Mandrus is owned by tsw.
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05 E55
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2009 clk-350 (Black) AMG, 2009 clk-550 (Pewter) AMG
If you want an aggressive setup you can go with et.25 all around but you might rub in the front.
Other set up you can go with is et.32 front and et.25 rear, you might have a slight rub in the rear on dips.
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05 E55
OoO ok thanks I'mma run 18x8.5 and 18.9.5 would the ET be the same ?
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2003 CLK500 Pewter
Little fitment help and opinions...
Wondering whether these two wheel options will fit. Love the look of the 19's but I've been down this road before and the 19's were just to much of a compromise on the ride. The 18's I like...just not sure they are the type of wheel that should go on the CLK500. Even though I swore I wouldn't do it...probably going with H & R lowering springs...what is wrong with me? 
Does anyone know of another maker that comes close to this design in an 18"?
http://www.powerwheelspro.com/shop/p...roducts_id=714
On these 18"s, if my understanding is correct, I would go with ET 35 front and 28 Rear ( original oem offset 37 and 30). Tires 235/40-18 and 255/35-18. That would put the wheel 10.7 mm closer to inner wheel well and push the outer rim 14.7mm out. And overall diameter would be within 1/2".
http://www.powerwheelspro.com/shop/p...pmsh82v72ut9d0
Thanks guys.
I've got some CF stuff in the garage but not 100% sure I'm going that route. I've got the front lip, deck spoiler and rear diffuser.
Does anyone know of another maker that comes close to this design in an 18"?
http://www.powerwheelspro.com/shop/p...roducts_id=714
On these 18"s, if my understanding is correct, I would go with ET 35 front and 28 Rear ( original oem offset 37 and 30). Tires 235/40-18 and 255/35-18. That would put the wheel 10.7 mm closer to inner wheel well and push the outer rim 14.7mm out. And overall diameter would be within 1/2".
http://www.powerwheelspro.com/shop/p...pmsh82v72ut9d0
Thanks guys.
I've got some CF stuff in the garage but not 100% sure I'm going that route. I've got the front lip, deck spoiler and rear diffuser.
Last edited by Pilk; May 3, 2014 at 10:03 PM.
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Will these Mandrus Rotec work well for a 2005 CLK500 conv without spacers? the offset is ET32 in front and ET40 in the back. it seems like others are going with ET32/35. Concerned about clearing calibers etc and looks. Currently have 17' AMG and standard suspension. Thinking about lowering a bit for looks as well at some point
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MANDRUS-ROTEC-19-x-8-5-9-5-CHROME-RIMS-WHEELS-BENZ-E420-E500-STAG-5H-32-/360826710572?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Wheels&hash=item5402f2aa2c&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MANDRUS-ROTEC-19-x-8-5-9-5-CHROME-RIMS-WHEELS-BENZ-E420-E500-STAG-5H-32-/360826710572?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Wheels&hash=item5402f2aa2c&vxp=mtr
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From: New Jersey
CLK 500 cabriolet
New to the board. I just crossed over from bimmer fest as I parted with my 5 series.
I love the A209 500. I've been looking for tips on how to make the suspension a bit stiffer and more responsive. Anyways I'm off to a good start, Vertini Fair Lady 19" rims, drilled & slotted rotors, clear corners, HID head/fog lights, LED interior lights & aluminum pedals.
I love the A209 500. I've been looking for tips on how to make the suspension a bit stiffer and more responsive. Anyways I'm off to a good start, Vertini Fair Lady 19" rims, drilled & slotted rotors, clear corners, HID head/fog lights, LED interior lights & aluminum pedals.
Last edited by scientifix; May 5, 2014 at 10:47 AM.
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W209 CLK Renntech Widebody, C140 CL600 V12, AP2 S2000, NSX Twin Turbo, R8 V10
"Stanced" on new setup
CLK Gold Volk GT-V Rear 3/4 by Nero Tenebre, on Flickr
As pictured:
19x9.5 +4 (4" lip I think)
19x10.5 -5 (6" lip I think)
CLK Gold Volk GT-V Rear 3/4 by Nero Tenebre, on Flickr
As pictured:
19x9.5 +4 (4" lip I think)
19x10.5 -5 (6" lip I think)
Super Member
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From: Queens, NY
2009 clk-350 (Black) AMG, 2009 clk-550 (Pewter) AMG
"Stanced" on new setup
CLK Gold Volk GT-V Rear 3/4 by Nero Tenebre, on Flickr
As pictured:
19x9.5 +4 (4" lip I think)
19x10.5 -5 (6" lip I think)
CLK Gold Volk GT-V Rear 3/4 by Nero Tenebre, on Flickr
As pictured:
19x9.5 +4 (4" lip I think)
19x10.5 -5 (6" lip I think)
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2004 CLK500 conv
New wheels for 04 CLK500
Hi guys!
After driving for years, I finally decided to change my OEM wheels, but I'm confused about the offsets for the new wheels. The new wheels are AMG reps, 18" 8", 35 mm, and 18" 9" 35mm for the rear. Would these fit with 225/35/18 and 255/40/18 tires?
After driving for years, I finally decided to change my OEM wheels, but I'm confused about the offsets for the new wheels. The new wheels are AMG reps, 18" 8", 35 mm, and 18" 9" 35mm for the rear. Would these fit with 225/35/18 and 255/40/18 tires?
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2004 CLK 55 AMG
Hello all, new forum member. Bought my 04 CLK55 AMG last september with 60000 miles on it. Previous owner upgraded wheels to (what i can tell from the discount tire invoice)
Mandrus Manheim (older version with no lip) 18x8.5/9.5 both ET30 with 225/40 and 255/35
i'm in need of new rears. the rears have 15k on them and are shot.
after reading this thread i'm down to two options:
1) stay with 18s and get the wheels refinished as they need a little bit of work, and just get two rear tires now, or do the full 19" upgrade
the 18" option is safe because i know the wheels fit and how they look, however i'd like to eventually go 235/40 and 265/35 on 18's. will this be a problem with my ET30?
2) if i go 19" (8.5/9.5) i think i want to end up with ET25 one way or another. i've seen that ET25 is flush, however one post said ET30 was flush in the front and ET25 was flush in the rear... which is it?
my only issue going +2 (to 19") is i went +2 on my old integra (15 to 17) and it was so rough. i'm in arizona so we have good roads, was in michigan before...
and just want to verify if i go 19" i need minimum ET32 front (amg calipers) and ET35 rear?
i will eventually get the H&R lowering springs and camber adjustment
thanks
Mandrus Manheim (older version with no lip) 18x8.5/9.5 both ET30 with 225/40 and 255/35
i'm in need of new rears. the rears have 15k on them and are shot.
after reading this thread i'm down to two options:
1) stay with 18s and get the wheels refinished as they need a little bit of work, and just get two rear tires now, or do the full 19" upgrade
the 18" option is safe because i know the wheels fit and how they look, however i'd like to eventually go 235/40 and 265/35 on 18's. will this be a problem with my ET30?
2) if i go 19" (8.5/9.5) i think i want to end up with ET25 one way or another. i've seen that ET25 is flush, however one post said ET30 was flush in the front and ET25 was flush in the rear... which is it?
my only issue going +2 (to 19") is i went +2 on my old integra (15 to 17) and it was so rough. i'm in arizona so we have good roads, was in michigan before...
and just want to verify if i go 19" i need minimum ET32 front (amg calipers) and ET35 rear?
i will eventually get the H&R lowering springs and camber adjustment
thanks
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From: Orange County
2005 E55 AMG
04 Clk55 is what I had.
I ran 19 x8.5 and 9.5
25 Et all around.
I ran 225 35 19 upfront and 265 30 19 in the rears.
25 Et for the front is perfect.
25 Et for the rear had some room. If your willing to do some light fender work, 20Et in the rear would be perfect.
I would stay with 18s and run 235 40 18 and 275 35 18. This is what I have with my current set up. You can see some pics of how they look in my recent threads. Current offset is 25 ETupfront and 28 in the rear. Rear needs to be pushed out a tad hence why 20 Et would be perfect IMO.
I ran 19 x8.5 and 9.5
25 Et all around.
I ran 225 35 19 upfront and 265 30 19 in the rears.
25 Et for the front is perfect.
25 Et for the rear had some room. If your willing to do some light fender work, 20Et in the rear would be perfect.
I would stay with 18s and run 235 40 18 and 275 35 18. This is what I have with my current set up. You can see some pics of how they look in my recent threads. Current offset is 25 ETupfront and 28 in the rear. Rear needs to be pushed out a tad hence why 20 Et would be perfect IMO.
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2004 CLK 55 AMG
looking at the new mandrus mannheim (with the mirror lip) in staggered 18s or 19s
i can get them in ET25/35/43
should i do 43 upfront with a 15mm spacer (=28) and then 25 in rear? or just do 25/25?
i have 30/30 now and i think ideally i run 30/25 or something
as for your rear tire size you recommended... wont 275 rub? i read some posts saying it will but i guess you know best
thanks
i can get them in ET25/35/43
should i do 43 upfront with a 15mm spacer (=28) and then 25 in rear? or just do 25/25?
i have 30/30 now and i think ideally i run 30/25 or something
as for your rear tire size you recommended... wont 275 rub? i read some posts saying it will but i guess you know best
thanks
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From: Jerzy
04 CLK 320 > CLK32K
looking at the new mandrus mannheim (with the mirror lip) in staggered 18s or 19s
i can get them in ET25/35/43
should i do 43 upfront with a 15mm spacer (=28) and then 25 in rear? or just do 25/25?
i have 30/30 now and i think ideally i run 30/25 or something
as for your rear tire size you recommended... wont 275 rub? i read some posts saying it will but i guess you know best
thanks
i can get them in ET25/35/43
should i do 43 upfront with a 15mm spacer (=28) and then 25 in rear? or just do 25/25?
i have 30/30 now and i think ideally i run 30/25 or something
as for your rear tire size you recommended... wont 275 rub? i read some posts saying it will but i guess you know best
thanks
I went with et26/235 front and et28/265 rear on the 18" Forgestars I have one now. No problems, pics are on the first page of this thread. I will be switching to 275 in the rear soon.
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From: Orange County
2005 E55 AMG
If youre not lowered 25 front and back shouldnt be an issue.
Im lowered right now and ET 25 upfront with 235 40 18.. No issues
Rears ET 28 275 35 18 Has room for a spacer.
Rears To be safe just go 265 35 18
0r 265 30 19
Im lowered right now and ET 25 upfront with 235 40 18.. No issues
Rears ET 28 275 35 18 Has room for a spacer.
Rears To be safe just go 265 35 18
0r 265 30 19
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2003 clk 500 amg
wheels
I went to Berlin Imports 2day n meet Harry. Great guy n very knowledgeable. He took his time n answered all my ?s. My 500 feels planted, handles better, n LOOKS BETTER...LOL...19 " VERTINI MAGIC N LOWERED FINALLY...After a miserable start w/a flat tire n broken foglight this morning on my way there; I ended up having a gr8 day n met DYNOMITE05 n seeing his car. Nice guy n sent me to the right place to work on my car!...thanks a lot man.
Out Of Control!!
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From: Jerzy
04 CLK 320 > CLK32K
I went to Berlin Imports 2day n meet Harry. Great guy n very knowledgeable. He took his time n answered all my ?s. My 500 feels planted, handles better, n LOOKS BETTER...LOL...19 " VERTINI MAGIC N LOWERED FINALLY...After a miserable start w/a flat tire n broken foglight this morning on my way there; I ended up having a gr8 day n met DYNOMITE05 n seeing his car. Nice guy n sent me to the right place to work on my car!...thanks a lot man.
Glad you're happy with the install. Maybe we'll see each other at a future meet.
