Offset on these 2004 SL rims?
02-13-2005, 09:22 PM
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Here is another wheel off the 2004 SL, I found out these have ET of 30mm front, and 33 rear. So I would assume the chrome one in the first thread are close to this offset. Anyone know for sure?
I intend on having the existing axle flanges redrilled for 14 mm wheel bolts like the later S class has. Using a 20 mm hubcentric spacer this would put the offset closer to 10, which is appropriate for a 1969 300 SEL using 18 inch rims.
I would prefer to use the front 8.5 inch wide rims on all four corners, the rear 9.5 inch wide rims are a little much. The SL tires are also way to wide, probably go with 225/40/18 in the front and 245/35/18 in the rear.
I plan on rolling all the fender well lips. I may only be able to get a set of the chrome SL rims, which means I would probably need to have the inner rear fender wells enlarged with new tubs.
I intend on having the existing axle flanges redrilled for 14 mm wheel bolts like the later S class has. Using a 20 mm hubcentric spacer this would put the offset closer to 10, which is appropriate for a 1969 300 SEL using 18 inch rims.
I would prefer to use the front 8.5 inch wide rims on all four corners, the rear 9.5 inch wide rims are a little much. The SL tires are also way to wide, probably go with 225/40/18 in the front and 245/35/18 in the rear.
I plan on rolling all the fender well lips. I may only be able to get a set of the chrome SL rims, which means I would probably need to have the inner rear fender wells enlarged with new tubs.
02-14-2005, 09:44 PM
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Harris,
Thanks
I would like to put the Alphard wheels on my 1969 300 SEL 6.3, but that ET is just too much.
The Styling V is at least doable with 20 mm spacers.
Thanks
I would like to put the Alphard wheels on my 1969 300 SEL 6.3, but that ET is just too much.
The Styling V is at least doable with 20 mm spacers.
02-19-2005, 05:59 PM
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I found a pair of 8 x 18 inch chrome wheels at Bekkers, they said they were from a 1990-2000 SL. But the ET is way too small for those cars.
But with a 20 ET it will be perfect for the rear rims for my 6.3. I will use my 10 mm hubcentric spacers, so effective ET will be 10!
Anyone know of lugs with a 14mm ball going on 12 mm threads?
But with a 20 ET it will be perfect for the rear rims for my 6.3. I will use my 10 mm hubcentric spacers, so effective ET will be 10!
Anyone know of lugs with a 14mm ball going on 12 mm threads?
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