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Old 04-26-2012, 04:58 PM
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I'm new here and I need some advice. I am looking at running 18x8 front and 18x9 rear +40 for both. Will I need a spacer for the rear? I am also undecided on springs. Either the NF210 or the Sportlines. The tires will be 225/40/18 for the front and not sure what size for the rear. Any info would a huge help.
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Old 04-26-2012, 06:31 PM
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With all the information given, you should be golden. We'll wait for CIONIDE to chime in, but I'm sure you'll be fine.
I'd go with the NFs, personally. Well... I lied... i'd go with DFs, but I doubt you want to lower it that much.
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Originally Posted by Rowdy1
I'm new here and I need some advice. I am looking at running 18x8 front and 18x9 rear +40 for both. Will I need a spacer for the rear? I am also undecided on springs. Either the NF210 or the Sportlines. The tires will be 225/40/18 for the front and not sure what size for the rear. Any info would a huge help.
1. No spacers needed since you're going staggered.

2. The Sportlines with their heavier rear drop will even out the ride height a little more than the NF's, but the NF's provide a noticeably more comfortable ride.

3. With the NF's I'd go with 245/40-18 rear tires. With the Sportlines I'd go with 235/40-18 tires.
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Old 04-26-2012, 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
1. No spacers needed since you're going staggered.

2. The Sportlines with their heavier rear drop will even out the ride height a little more than the NF's, but the NF's provide a noticeably more comfortable ride.

3. With the NF's I'd go with 245/40-18 rear tires. With the Sportlines I'd go with 235/40-18 tires.
Thanks for the info!
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Old 04-27-2012, 10:49 AM
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I wanna see more xBs that are color matching!?
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Old 04-27-2012, 02:59 PM
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there aren't many I don't think.

I really only know of mine and another guy with an army rock B with army rock steelies.
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Old 04-27-2012, 08:15 PM
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phobic your wheels are powdercoated right? I wanna color match, but I heard of people painting wheels, or powdercoating. do they sell oem superwhite powdercoat?
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Old 04-28-2012, 12:42 AM
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I dunno if they sell oem powdercoat, I didnt do mine myself. They might?
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Old 04-29-2012, 10:30 PM
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My xB we just puy on the back springs for now, next weekend is the front
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Old 04-29-2012, 11:56 PM
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Originally Posted by xb2owner
I'll be getting some rims soon but have a question. Did you notice a difference in the ride quality of the xB when you went to 18's? I've got the stock 16's and I think the car rides very nice. I had an '09 GTi before the xB and it had 18's. The car was ok but when you hit a bump it was very noticable. Hitting the same bump in the xB would go almost un-noticed. I've found both 17's and 18's that I like but just wanted some input. Thanks!
I had the exact same question and i just went from 16s to 18s on 225/40R18 Continental Extremecontact DWS and they're very quiet and very comfortable. The ride is a bit stiffer and you do feel the road more but that's not necessarily a bad thing. They are much more responsive, they grip so much it feels like the car will roll before it skids, and they are a pleasure to ride on. Its totally worth it. Keep in mind that you'll also feel smooth roads more too and that is a real pleasure.
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Old 05-03-2012, 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by whiskeydog
New wheels from SL member TommyA. TSW Nurburgring Matte Gunmetal, 18x7.5 +45 front, 18x8.5 +45 rear, with 225/45 front and 235/45 rear. NF210's.



Is this lowered? if so how much? i want the same wheel and stance on my RS 9.0
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Wheels painted just waiting to pick them up tonight


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Old 05-03-2012, 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Burnt_Toaster
Is this lowered? if so how much? i want the same wheel and stance on my RS 9.0
Yes it is lowered with NF210's. The springs, wheels, tires and body kit are for sale. I don't have the car any longer.
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Old 05-03-2012, 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by dragit
Wheels painted just waiting to pick them up tonight


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Old 05-04-2012, 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by dragit
Wheels painted just waiting to pick them up tonight


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These look nice, what all did you do prior to painting them? Did you lightly sand any? I can get a set of wheels real cheap and thought about painting them
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I have some NF210, they are great for what they cost. I'd buy it again.
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Old 05-04-2012, 07:17 PM
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looks good dragit. i wanna paint my centers but i dont have a set of spare wheels/tires to roll on.
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Old 05-04-2012, 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by flyingemu05
looks good dragit. i wanna paint my centers but i dont have a set of spare wheels/tires to roll on.
I have the same issue now!

@Dragit...looking nice
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That blue wheel setup makes a statement!! Real Fresh Looking!!
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