[V8] Wheels....again

[KeithT1967 at aol.com]

 Its been a long time since I posted on the V8 list so I'll say hello to 
old friends and introduce myself to those I don't know.
 I'm Keith Tackett, formerly of Audi Connection/ German Auto Connection. 
Owned two V8's and have worked on quite a few more than most people have ever 
seen. ;)
 Adding to the wheel discussion.. first I'll correct a misspost I read 
earlier. The V8 was available in Europe with 15, 16, AND 17" wheels... 17" 
Bolero 10 spoke wheels were the standard wheel on the 6 spd 4.2 sport models. The 
only body change Audi made was to replace the front fender liners for extra 
clearence. Wheels as wide as 8.5 inches are not an issue either, properly 
offset no fender rolling is required.
 As for a wheel fitting a UFO car, the offset isn't the big issue. The UFO 
cage has a very pronounced bulge close to the hub. This means the wheel 
cannot taper toward the hub area till very close to the center. Otherwise you'll 
need spacers. Which wheels fit UFO's is a hit or miss situation. You can 
either find what someone else has already tested or make a pattern from your 
car and test fit it to wheels you like, assuming you can find some in stock 
somewhere close.   
Good Luck!
KT
Gentleman:



I am itching to replace the stock wheels on my 1990 and have emailed with 
some of you off the list about it but have to admit I am more confused then 
ever. I'd really like to buy the right wheels first time out. I've been 
reading the archives back to 2004 and see that this has been a topic of 
conversation many times. However, there doesn't seem to be agreement on what fits and 
what doesn't. I've seen some pictures of your beautiful V8s and know it can 
be done so....



Here is my deal:



The car definitely has UFOs. I'm not a particularly aggressive driver, so a 
comfortable ride is preferred over the aesthetics of a super large wheel. 
That said, probably 16" wheels would do. If that cuts down on tire choices 
too much, then I guess I'd be willing to get 17' wheels. It was suggested to 
me to stick as close to specs as I could - so find a wheel that is et35. But 
now I've read in the archives that wheels with that offset may not go over 
the UFOs. I liked the idea of sticking with specs and not using spacers but 
am I going to be able to do this? And, in addition (this might be a silly 
question but...) Can I trust the local folks mounting the tires and wheels to 
figure out the spacer thing?



Your suggestions will really be appreciated.



Dee

1990 V8 pearl