It's hardly a stretch at all running 205s on them, so I wouldn't worry.

Steve

Whereas i agree it's hardly a stretch, the point i was trying to get across is by having a narrower tyre fitted the rim might then be the widest part (or even flush) meaning that if the tyre does brush against anything then rim damage will occur.

I am assuming you would have declared your current wheels to your insurance company, if they required specific information about them that is now different then yes they should be informed.

Whereas i agree it's hardly a stretch, the point i was trying to get across is by having a narrower tyre fitted the rim might then be the widest part (or even flush) meaning that if the tyre does brush against anything then rim damage will occur.

I am assuming you would have declared your current wheels to your insurance company, if they required specific information about them that is now different then yes they should be informed.

Yeah, they know about my wheels thanks.

It's hardly a stretch at all running 205s on them, so I wouldn't worry.

I disagree with Gary on the mirror finishing. I think they can look very decent, unless they're just done in a standard painted finish. Mine above looked pretty epic, IMO!

Steve

I cant wait! haha.

I like the mirrored finish too. but I have a feeling that they would also be quite difficult to protect properly I think...

I'll stick to the plan!

as for tyres any brands that you would recommend? I know there's a few sub brands from the higher priced ones but I don't know who's who! :(

Whereas i agree it's hardly a stretch, the point i was trying to get across is by having a narrower tyre fitted the rim might then be the widest part (or even flush) meaning that if the tyre does brush against anything then rim damage will occur

Yep, take that point. I'll try and find some photos of them fitted with 205s. With the construction of the wheel, and a reasonable tyre with a rim protector (T1-R as an example) I can't see it as a major issue. There isn't really a protrusion.

7.5J 18s on a Fabia, with a 30 or 35 profile - yes, but with this setup - no, not really

Steve

It's hardly a stretch at all running 205s on them, so I wouldn't worry.

I disagree with Gary on the mirror finishing. I think they can look very decent, unless they're just done in a standard painted finish. Mine above looked pretty epic, IMO!

Steve

i'd go for 195's or if your daring i think nankang do a 185 17 for a bit of extreme stretch:D

i've just never seen any that looked awesome painted,they just look like a wheel to me unless polished but its different strokes for different folks i supose,go on then and prove me wrong;)

i'd go for 195's or if your daring i think nankang do a 185 17 for a bit of extreme stretch:D

i've just never seen any that looked awesome painted,they just look like a wheel to me unless polished but its different strokes for different folks i supose,go on then and prove me wrong;)

hmmm maybe when I need another set of tyres I might! I'll stick to 205's just waiting to see what they looked like on Steve's

:P next on the list is springs! roll on the day I get paid

hey hey!!

quick question does anyone know the size of the center caps for the comps?

my tyres arrived today getting them fitted tomorow!! very excited!

Same std size as the Skoda ones, or the BBS ones you have! 56mm IIRC.

Steve

Same std size as the Skoda ones, or the BBS ones you have! 56mm IIRC.

Steve

I'm wondering weather to go for Skoda caps or Audi ones.... I like the ones that come on the RS4 with the chrome Audi badge and a ring with a dark grey matt finish

found some oem Audi caps online there £25.99 each!!!! ouch!!! :(

Yeah, know what you mean. I'd go for some black and silver Skoda ones - if any were available. I don't think the green of the std Skoda ones works that well with the Comps...

Or I have some new Seat ones sitting here, if you really want to confuse people

Steve

I'm wondering weather to go for Skoda caps or Audi ones.... I like the ones that come on the RS4 with the chrome Audi badge and a ring with a dark grey matt finish

found some oem Audi caps online there £25.99 each!!!! ouch!!! :(

I also have a 3 of the above with the chrome rings and 1 without the chrome ring if interested, but personally i would put Skoda badges on them.

Actually, thinking about it Leon - I might have some Audi ones knocking about. I'll check for you and let you know - so you've at least got some options.

Steve

Yeah, know what you mean. I'd go for some black and silver Skoda ones - if any were available. I don't think the green of the std Skoda ones works that well with the Comps...

Or I have some new Seat ones sitting here, if you really want to confuse people

Steve

haha were they off those other wheels you had on before or after the BBS's?

my flatmates having my BBS's for his Bora!

to make it a pretend Highline :P

Actually, thinking about it Leon - I might have some Audi ones knocking about. I'll check for you and let you know - so you've at least got some options.

Steve

I also have a 3 of the above with the chrome rings and 1 without the chrome ring if interested, but personally i would put Skoda badges on them.

that would be good! I found some on ebay for 99p...for the audi ones but the sizes are so vague!

and theres no skoda ones on ebay at all! :(

I don't fancy paying full what for em!

arrgh!!! forgotten pain needs to harden over a week!!! :(

another week before I can put the tyres on them!!!

collect them at 2

Maybe not a week, but certainly a few days somewhere reasonably warm if possible

Can't remember where mine came from, as I've had that many sets of wheels! I've not had a look yet, but will let you know later.

I expect some photos just after 1400 then

Steve

Maybe not a week, but certainly a few days somewhere reasonably warm if possible

Can't remember where mine came from, as I've had that many sets of wheels! I've not had a look yet, but will let you know later.

I expect some photos just after 1400 then

Steve

haha!! I have work at 3!! I'll try and post em up on Facebook! :P

I'd go for some black and silver Skoda ones - if any were available.

what about these??

what about these??

there good!

are they the actual cap or a sticker?

ooo yeah spotted 'em now. hmm I'll still need some caps wont I. quick dig em out Steve! haha

I don't want links to CrapBook Leon - I want direct photos on here!

(can you tell I avoid Facebook like the plague??)

I'll have a rummage for them when I get home mate

Steve

there good!

are they the actual cap or a sticker?

ooo yeah spotted 'em now. hmm I'll still need some caps wont I. quick dig em out Steve! haha

oh yeah sorry you'd need existing caps - remove the audi bit - then stick my bit in it's place

drop me a PM once you're a bit closer to being sorted

here they are

must say they look sweeet!

they got a slight light and dark pearl to them look really glossy in the metal!

They look very nice Leon

Steve

They have turned out so sweeeeeeeeetttt!

:drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool:

You must be chuffed with them Leon. Remind me again, why did I sell them???

They have turned out so sweeeeeeeeetttt!

:drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool::drool:

You must be chuffed with them Leon. Remind me again, why did I sell them???

your missus! :P thanks very much!

i am very chuffed!