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Wheels that clear C32 calipers

Old Feb 19, 2003 | 12:46 PM
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Wheels that clear C32 calipers

Hi

I looked at tirerack web site and they list only 6 wheels that
clear C32 calipers, I like the Carlson wheels but
I know their wheels are heavy, what is the weight of the stock C32 wheels?
Also if I use the Superleggera's (17 inch) what size spacers do I need to clear the calipers.

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Old Feb 19, 2003 | 04:45 PM
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the Superleggera's should clear the C32 caliper. but i'd go 18s w/it... even better ... the 3 piece forged. since you want the rims to be light. FORGE is the way to go!

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Old Feb 19, 2003 | 05:50 PM
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Originally posted by SiLvaC32
the Superleggera's should clear the C32 caliper. but i'd go 18s w/it... even better ... the 3 piece forged. since you want the rims to be light. FORGE is the way to go!

Jerry
Interesting, both OZ Wheels and Tirerack don't seem to think so.
Have you personally seen a C32 with the Superleggera's mounted without
spacers?

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Old Feb 20, 2003 | 10:41 AM
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depends on the weather
here my list of 18's that will clear the calipers on a C32
AMG 5-spoke 203 2pc
Carlsson 1/6 Evo Chrome
Carlsson 1/6 Evo Diamond Edt.
Carlsson 2/5 Brilliant Edt.
O.Z. Superleggera III
Speedline 2211
SSR GT3
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Old Feb 20, 2003 | 12:09 PM
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Originally posted by Luke@tirerack
here my list of 18's that will clear the calipers on a C32
AMG 5-spoke 203 2pc
Carlsson 1/6 Evo Chrome
Carlsson 1/6 Evo Diamond Edt.
Carlsson 2/5 Brilliant Edt.
O.Z. Superleggera III
Speedline 2211
SSR GT3
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What are the weights of these.
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Old Feb 20, 2003 | 02:27 PM
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what is the offset of the OZ wheel? because my brother has the same wheel on his car. seems that the offset is not that bad. thats why i thought it would fit... but guess not. if the PROS said it won't fit.
sorrie...
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Originally Posted by Luke@tirerack
here my list of 18's that will clear the calipers on a C32
AMG 5-spoke 203 2pc
Carlsson 1/6 Evo Chrome
Carlsson 1/6 Evo Diamond Edt.
Carlsson 2/5 Brilliant Edt.
O.Z. Superleggera III
Speedline 2211
SSR GT3
Back from the dead! Anyone know if Carlsson RS18x8, ET35 will clear our calipers?
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