Will these wheels fit?
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Will these wheels fit?
Sorry for not posting outside of one of the wheel threads, but didn't see the answer to my question.
I recently picked up a E550 4matic for a DD and want to switch out the rims for a bigger size. I came across some rims that are coming off an E63, but they look to wide / wrong offests. Hoping someone can verify for me though, since I'm new to the MB thing.
The rims / offsets are:
20x9 et 29
20x10.5 et 45
Am I just asking for trouble with that setup? Too wide for the non-AMG? Any difference on the 4matic and RWD models?
I recently picked up a E550 4matic for a DD and want to switch out the rims for a bigger size. I came across some rims that are coming off an E63, but they look to wide / wrong offests. Hoping someone can verify for me though, since I'm new to the MB thing.
The rims / offsets are:
20x9 et 29
20x10.5 et 45
Am I just asking for trouble with that setup? Too wide for the non-AMG? Any difference on the 4matic and RWD models?
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You can make the wheels fit, might have to stretch the tires a bit. But I don't see the point of running wide wheels if you have to stretch the tire to make them fit.. for a 9" front you want to be at 40 et to be flush with fender, but that brings you closer to your suspension. i'm sure if you ran a 235/35 on a 9" 29et you'll stick out passed fender (and in my opinion be too stretched) . Your rear will work fine if you clear your suspension, that i'm not sure.
Last edited by bigigg; Nov 8, 2012 at 10:53 AM.
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I know Vic (AMG board) ran 20x9 et29 with 255/30-20 upfront, but on KW lowered E63 which also may have slightly more flared front fender.
I agree with Big - front is too aggresive. IMHO one needs to use narrower wheels (8.5" instead of 9" and 9.5" or 10"max instead of 10.5") or less offset (especially upfront: et38-40, rear: et50).
I agree with Big - front is too aggresive. IMHO one needs to use narrower wheels (8.5" instead of 9" and 9.5" or 10"max instead of 10.5") or less offset (especially upfront: et38-40, rear: et50).
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I know Vic (AMG board) ran 20x9 et29 with 255/30-20 upfront, but on KW lowered E63 which also may have slightly more flared front fender.
I agree with Big - front is too aggresive. IMHO one needs to use narrower wheels (8.5" instead of 9" and 9.5" or 10"max instead of 10.5") or less offset (especially upfront: et38-40, rear: et50).
I agree with Big - front is too aggresive. IMHO one needs to use narrower wheels (8.5" instead of 9" and 9.5" or 10"max instead of 10.5") or less offset (especially upfront: et38-40, rear: et50).
