Re: Fuchs?

[davisrp@1stresource.com (Bob Davis)]

>>On a related note, are the Fuchs forged and which models do they fit?
>
>They fit all 5 bolt Audi.  Yes they are forged.  Some are also double
>forged, i found out today, so they're stronger.

>Regards,
>
>John Karasaki
>
>Quattro Club (regional & national) member


OK, John, here's the next question then.
Is there an application for cars with the 4x108 pattern?
I'm looking at buying a '90 coupe 20v, and like the looks of the Fuchs and
the implicit durability of forged wheels.  Excepting the mega-buck wheels
and the exotics (forged magnesium?), what are the options?

Also, how much of an effect do light wheels have on the handling of
Quattros?  I know that un-sprung weight is generally considered to be bad,
but how much do you have to shed to feel a difference?

Any feedback on which wheels have the best light-weight/strong compromise
would be usefull.   Revolutions? (seem to be popular in the racing croud,
light and strong enough(?) but poorly finished from what I've seen)

Oppinions?  Facts?  Anybody?  Buehler?

Thanks,



Bob Davis
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