Strut tower brace/wheel upgrade/intake mod

[Kwattro at aol.com]

In a message dated 01-05-15 00:09:30 EDT, you write:

<< Jamex seems to be the way to go, but I would appreciate any
 suggestions/opinions etc.
 
 2  I would like to put some larger wheels on this car, at the very
 least upgrading to the slightly larger rims found on later models.  If I
 can add some width as well, that would be great, but I'm not sure I'm up
 to a 5-lug conversion at this time.
  >>


Jamex is no longer a company, but you might still be able to get a surplus 
stress bar - expect to pay around 195$ from a company like 2Bennett or TAP.  
I bought one, and have been very happy with it.  For god's sake - don't 
change the bolt pattern!  You've got the best situation - 4x100, and you can 
run most VW wheels, some BMW wheels, some Honda wheels, etc.  I'd go with a 
nice set of GTi wheels, or Jetta GLi  BBS's, if you can find them.  Cheap 
upgrade.  Plus, you can mount 16V VW brakes on your car without much 
difficulty (consult with Huw).  Doing the 5 lug conversion would set you back 
not only in $$$, but in wheel options - you're much more open with the 
4x100's.

Later!
Carter Johnson
kwattro at aol.com
1986 4000CS Quattro
1986 Coupe GT