Re: 16-inch wheels for 93-95 90q series

[siegfried <sdoerrer@ix.netcom.com>]

Chris Newbold wrote:

> The other catch with these cars is the relatively rare bolt pattern. At
> least the non-Qs have 4x108mm, which many manufactures don't make. (Do the
> Qs use 5-bolt hubs?)

Nope. 4x108mm, like yours.

> The wheels are close to stock offset; I'm no expert, but it seems to me
> that if you were willing to play with the offset a bit, you could get
> a 215 under there, maybe a 225 if you used a really wild offset. The
> trouble with the 215s is that it's a rare and expensive size...
> 

Not too interested in much wider tires - looking more for a "dramatic"
improvement in steering "feel" and handling, not dry grip.  Did you
notice a dramatic improvement? Also, did you consider going to 45?

> Most TSW wheels are available with the 4x108mm bolt pattern, as were
> some Borbet and moda wheels. That was about it.
 
> Good luck.

Thanks for the data.

Siegfried