SL launch edition wheels fit a CLS?
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SL launch edition wheels fit a CLS?
Was wondering if these wheels would fit my CLS550
front rims 8 1/2x18 ET35, rear rims 9 1/2x18 ET40. Came off a 2003 SL500 Launch edition
front rims 8 1/2x18 ET35, rear rims 9 1/2x18 ET40. Came off a 2003 SL500 Launch edition
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Actually it looks more like 10 F and 12 R from that post. Tape a cigarette pack to the inside of your F wheels on the front. Turn your steering wheel. Repeat for the F back. Did it get smashed? Voila. Now devise a method for the rear.
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The higher offset will move the wheel & tire toward the center of the car. 10mm = approximately 3/8" and 12 mm = approximately 1/2", so you'd be losing a fair amount of clearance. Losing that much clearance will likely cause the tires to rub unless you add spacers.