sjb

I have a public service announcement. A test-fit revealed that the AMG Monoblocks do not fit in the 18" flavor... the rears won't clear the calipers (see image below) and the fronts touch the backing plates. So if you're thinking of going this route, you have to find a set of 19" wheels.

Which is close to impossible. But I did.

Will post another update once I have test-fitted those.

CliffJumper

Also switched from Audi and located in SF. I think SF bay area must have the highest per capita of E63 wagons in the country. I feel like I see them once per year in other parts of the country, but almost once per week in San Francisco.

otakki

Good info. The OEM w212 AMG 18" rims will fit the rear.

2012 CCB E63

You going to sell your stock old wheels? I could use a set for track tires.

sjb

I am planning to, yes. I currently have someone who is interested in them... I should know by the end of the weekend if he'll take them. If not, you have next dibs.

sjb

Also, since there are so many of us with wagons in the Bay Area, I really think we should get together for a drive. How fun would that be? (and terrifying for everything else on the road)

mercedesaudio

The Hre wheels look great . I would keep them the old AMg monoblock wheels are nice but just too old looking for the new of a car . I had AMG monoblocks on my c36 so long ago .
And I doubt you can find the correct size and Straight wheels

good luck car looks great

Johnny Rad

@sjb - Don't listen to this! Stay on target. The monoblocks are timeless.

sjb

Haha... thanks for the feedback everyone. Yes, I am definitely staying on target... and I have some thoughts about what to do with the Monoblocks. I'll just leave this here.

kimsd

Phenomenal setup. Looks super mean.

Stephen

sjb

Update: Decided to pull the trigger on a full RENNtech tune this morning. I'm super excited and can't wait to report back.

sjb

And here is some post-tune highway on-ramp merging (in Mexico, in the late 80's, at dawn, on a closed course, with a professional driver).

sjb

Something wicked this way comes...



Should have them mounted by the weekend.

cadeca

Nice! Look forward to seeing them on your wagon. From the picture, it looks like these are the 295/30/19 Pilot SS for the rear...correct?

sjb

Correct. Here are the specs:

HRE 305 Classic 3-Piece
Satin Black Barrel
Satin Bronze Center
Polished Lip
Front: 19x9 ET30 | Michelin PSS 255/35ZR/19
Rear: 19x10 ET49 | Michelin PSS 295/30ZR/19

And here are the pics:

vdubpower

was there any thought on going 10.5 in rears?