Copy & pasted from the forums guidelines.

5. Respect is the name of the game. Do not flame, hound, badger, disrespect, or taunt ANYONE on the forums. If we feel a thread is getting out of hand we will close it or delete it. You can and very possibly will be banned if you continue this type of behaviour. This is on a case by case basis with experience where possible.

Very few of the Yetiist's use the other parts of this forum, which has been a complaint used against us in the past, therefore you will not get much model specific advice there. That is why there are model specific sections here. In fact you are likely to get threads moved into this section if you ask model specific questions in the General section.

 

As you might have seen Yeti ownership is in general more to the senior/mature end of the age range, and therefore it appears to be a group that are not interested in "modify" their cars very much. If they do it is more in the practical aspects, such as bulbs, tow bars and protection. I think Richard is the only member who has looked at fitting wheel spacers and then only for his track car. In his case I do not think he is a good example of what you are trying to do, as his is far more specialised.

 

The matter of stone chips has been well reported in these forums, which I hope you have now looked at, The fact that yours hasn't yet suffered does not mean it won't happen. From my experience if you put your wheels further out from the body then you will get more spray and stones along the flanks of the car. That is bound to happen. You will also increase the load on the wheel bearings and suspension mountings. With my motorsport hat on, it is something I would not do, and is in fact banned in some motorsport spheres.

 

Remember this is a DISCUSSION forum and people have every right to disagree in a discussion, otherwise it isn't a discussion. If you think someone has broken the forum rules then report them to the Mods and let them make the decision.

There's a clear distinction between discussion and bullying. I don't see much discussion here.

And just who gave you the job of deciding what the Yeti should or shouldn't be to whoever? I might not want to do half of the things that someone else chooses to, I might be inspired, but either way what right do I or anyone else have to ridicule them? It's his car to do with as he likes. If the discussion isn't for you then close the thread and move on.

Very few of the Yetiist's use the other parts of this forum, which has been a complaint used against us in the past, therefore you will not get much model specific advice there. That is why there are model specific sections here. In fact you are likely to get threads moved into this section if you ask model specific questions in the General section.

 

As you might have seen Yeti ownership is in general more to the senior/mature end of the age range, and therefore it appears to be a group that are not interested in "modify" their cars very much. If they do it is more in the practical aspects, such as bulbs, tow bars and protection. I think Richard is the only member who has looked at fitting wheel spacers and then only for his track car. In his case I do not think he is a good example of what you are trying to do, as his is far more specialised.

 

The matter of stone chips has been well reported in these forums, which I hope you have now looked at, The fact that yours hasn't yet suffered does not mean it won't happen. From my experience if you put your wheels further out from the body then you will get more spray and stones along the flanks of the car. That is bound to happen. You will also increase the load on the wheel bearings and suspension mountings. With my motorsport hat on, it is something I would not do, and is in fact banned in some motorsport spheres.

 

Remember this is a DISCUSSION forum and people have every right to disagree in a discussion, otherwise it isn't a discussion. If you think someone has broken the forum rules then report them to the Mods and let them make the decision.

I was looking at buying a Yeti... Please accept my apology.

I'm so glad I popped over from the Fabia section beforehand. As someone who likes to improve his vehicles I could had become a social pariah, or worse still the victim of a dictator

As a youngster of 47 years I'm clearly not credible material for Yeti ownership, to have even thought that I was is a sin I may need to punish myself for over a very long period... Now where did I put the cillice and lash?

I could have kept this post much shorter, but, I thought that if I put "you Sir are a knob" I may upset someone. So I did the long version...

Can we please get back on topic. This isn't the place to be sprouting forum rules, and you clearly do not know any of the Yeti foibles, re road rash along the doors, which will only get worst if you fit spacers, as is trying to be pointed out by other members.

So to answer the question you didn't ask, no, it appears that people haven't fitted wheel spacers because no-one has found the need to do so. 

Every time you post about another of your "mods" I keep seeing a "Wide-boy Vitara".

 

That doesn't mean that DarrellGB hasn't found the need to gather more information though. I always thought that people in the Yeti forum were supposed to be more 'amiable' than most?

 

Sadly this is another thread which is verging on ridiculous.

The fact that the op has a certain vocation is not relevant to the thread(s) and needn't be mentioned. No one has to reply (and certainly not more than once) with advice and opinions about suspension, wheels and stance which is ultimately down to the owner's choice and taste. The yeti section of briskoda is not a modifying forum and as such isn't going to encourage the "Looks wicked, but needs lows m8" response you find on the likes of edition38.

Whilst I don't enjoy seeing the established contributors disagree with most of what a new poster brings to the table, I struggle to understand why someone would continue to take personal critism and offer thread after thread of modifications (which could have been combined) that seemingly raise the hackles of the forum.

The phrase don't feed the troll comes to mind and it works both ways in this instance. OP maybe make your own decision about which wheels you like or whether you want to run spacers, as you often don't get useful responses. Others of you, you might not need to continue to reply when your opinions aren't necessarily respected.

Just my 2p, no disrespect intended.

 

I've not seen the other threads but Briskoda is not just a forum for 'out of the box' car owners - it caters for everyone and the majority of time, with civility.

 

Remember this is a DISCUSSION forum and people have every right to disagree in a discussion, otherwise it isn't a discussion. If you think someone has broken the forum rules then report them to the Mods and let them make the decision.

 

They're watching so please play nicely!

Keep it civil, just because it's about a modification that you don't approve of, there's no need to come across as being rude about it.  We've been here before if you remember the air ride topic and I would have hoped that some people would have learnt from that.

Getting back to the original question, if you're still thinking about new wheels you could just get them with a different offset instead of buying spacers.  For example, if the standard Yeti wheel is ET51 and you got a set of wheels with offset ET43 that would have the same effect (all other things being equal) as using an 8mm spacer but without the need for the spacer and longer wheel bolts.  If you want to stick with OEM wheels try looking at wheels from an older Audi A4 or A6 as they will have an offset in the region of ET35-ET43 (the newer ones have a larger centre bore so you would need to use spigots to get them to fit).  You could also try Passat or mk1 Superb wheels depending on what offset you'd be looking for. 

 

If you just want to stick to spacers then take a look over on the Octavia II section - lots of people over there have used them and anything that will fit an Octy II will fit a Yeti.

Getting back to the original question, if you're still thinking about new wheels you could just get them with a different offset instead of buying spacers.  For example, if the standard Yeti wheel is ET51 and you got a set of wheels with offset ET43 that would have the same effect (all other things being equal) as using an 8mm spacer but without the need for the spacer and longer wheel bolts.  If you want to stick with OEM wheels try looking at wheels from an older Audi A4 or A6 as they will have an offset in the region of ET35-ET43 (the newer ones have a larger centre bore so you would need to use spigots to get them to fit).  You could also try Passat or mk1 Superb wheels depending on what offset you'd be looking for. 

 

If you just want to stick to spacers then take a look over on the Octavia II section - lots of people over there have used them and anything that will fit an Octy II will fit a Yeti.

Now that is a brilliant suggestion, I had never thought of achieving the same effect by switching to wheels with a different offset, the measurements I've taken would need an 8-10mm spacer. I had a look at DTUK's Octavia and the wheels being flush to car looked brilliant Thanks, that's the kind of insight I was hoping for

Don't forget to tell or check with your insurance company, it would be a pity to have maybe invalidated that and your warranty.

Morning all,

Has anyone used wheel spacers on their Yeti? I know some of the Ovtavia owners have but has anyone here yet and if so how wide and which make did you use?

If your wondering why? We'll I was washing the car and thought "wouldn't this look better with the wheels stepped out a little in line with the arch flares"

 

Perhaps wider tyres with a lower profile to keep the rolling radius the same would give the same effect and at the same time give some protection against kerbing the alloys? You would need to check that the wider tyres cleared all the suspension hardware etc. on full lock first.

 

Dave

Perhaps wider tyres with a lower profile to keep the rolling radius the same would give the same effect and at the same time give some protection against kerbing the alloys? You would need to check that the wider tyres cleared all the suspension hardware etc. on full lock first.

Dave

Another good idea, I'll have to check what the maximum tyre width the 16" wheels will take and as you say check full lock clearance, they are 205's at the moment. I'd have to pay that out of my own pocket, same with going to 17's as Skoda won't entertain changing Maintenance and tyre package I have :(

Head over to Awesome gti in Irlam and discuss your options with them. They will help with lowering, spacers, re-alignment the works...

I have spacers fitted to my Freelander

I fitted them for 2 reasons.

I have a 40mm lift kit fitted, so I have more ground clearance. I have fitted some 225/65R17 AT tyres. This has given me even more ground clearance. The spacers are 30mm purpose designed for my vehicle and are hubcentric.

It has not affected the handling. It doesn't seem to throw up too much more road debris up the side of the car either.

I have declared everything to my insurer.

I have spacers fitted to my Freelander

I fitted them for 2 reasons.

I have a 40mm lift kit fitted, so I have more ground clearance. I have fitted some 225/65R17 AT tyres. This has given me even more ground clearance. The spacers are 30mm purpose designed for my vehicle and are hubcentric.

It has not affected the handling. It doesn't seem to throw up too much more road debris up the side of the car either.

I have declared everything to my insurer.

That's what I had in mind in terms of how it would look and nice to hear you've not seen any negative impact in handling. I've started making enquiries and putting together a plan of works. Just had a nice big box arrive from superskoda that will keep me busy for a bit then onto the wheels and suspension.

I don't see why a decent set of hubcentric spacers wouldn't work to increase the track, but the better option is to fit a set of decent lightweight rims in the desired offset (as JulieD suggested above). And if you can find some with the same centrebore, then even better. This is the Colin Chapman mantra of "less weight and more simplicity".

I don't see why a decent set of hubcentric spacers wouldn't work to increase the track, but the better option is to fit a set of decent lightweight rims in the desired offset (as JulieD suggested above). And if you can find some with the same centrebore, then even better. This is the Colin Chapman mantra of "less weight and more simplicity".

Heading over to Shark later this month so I'll chat though the options, the wider wheels initially sounded like a good option but my tyres are covered under the maintenance package and they would pay for a 'non standard' fitment. So that brings me back to spacers, there are some really good quality hubcentric spacers out there so I'll ask about tried and tested brands.

...the wider wheels initially sounded like a good option but my tyres are covered under the maintenance package and they would pay for a 'non standard' fitment....

 

Wheel offset and wheel width are two seperate things.  You should be able to find something suitable - we've got 16" Audi A6 alloys with 205/55/16 winter tyres for our Octavia

So that brings me back to spacers, there are some really good quality hubcentric spacers out there so I'll ask about tried and tested brands.

I have used various brands. I found Eibach and H&R to be the best. I've still got some 8mms and 15mms I really should sell.

I have used various brands. I found Eibach and H&R to be the best. I've still got some 8mms and 15mms I really should sell.

Yeti fitment?

My spacers are H&R. Very good quality.

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