★★★★★ Official TSW Owners Thread ★★★★★
06-18-14, 02:24 PM
#16
They seem to be doing okay. Both tread patterns are similar and both seem to be gripping well. Didn't have a whole lot of choice unless I waited longer or spent a lot more. But so far I am happy with the route I went.
06-19-14, 09:21 PM
#17
Taken with Iphone. TSW Sochi matte black 18x8 front and 18x9.5 rear. I'll post better pictures when I can. I had chrome wheels before but decided to change up the look. Blacked out emblems and window trim also. I really like the wheels and get compliments all the time. The wheels are rotary forged and weigh roughly 10-12 lbs. lighter per wheel. The car handles better and stops quicker. I was concerned about the front fitment clearing the calipers but I called TSW and they verified they would fit. I got to the tire shop and they did fit but barely! The fronts don't have much concave but the rears have a nice concave to them. Overall I am pleased with my new wheels.
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06-19-14, 09:57 PM
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Taken with Iphone. TSW Sochi matte black 18x8 front and 18x9.5 rear. I'll post better pictures when I can. I had chrome wheels before but decided to change up the look. Blacked out emblems and window trim also. I really like the wheels and get compliments all the time. The wheels are rotary forged and weigh roughly 10-12 lbs. lighter per wheel. The car handles better and stops quicker. I was concerned about the front fitment clearing the calipers but I called TSW and they verified they would fit. I got to the tire shop and they did fit but barely! The fronts don't have much concave but the rears have a nice concave to them. Overall I am pleased with my new wheels.
, if you don't mind can I ask how much these wheels cost? Where to buy and how much weight are they each? Thanks
06-20-14, 01:57 PM
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may i ask if the pictures you posted where when you had the 45 profile tires fitted?
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06-20-14, 02:12 PM
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06-20-14, 02:25 PM
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If i remember correctly, 18x8 35 offset front and 18x9.5 40 offset rear which was recommended by Paul from Need4Speed. I want the wheels to look flush. No rubbing even lower with Eibach Pro Kit, no modifications, no tab relocation required.
06-20-14, 02:33 PM
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06-20-14, 03:00 PM
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Looks much better now with the proper tire size. I think it would look better with a 35 series in the rear, but I wanted to have stock sizes to minimize any sort of issues regarding the speedo and traction control.
I will post some updated pics with the new tires eventually.
01-21-15, 07:00 PM
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Taken with Iphone. TSW Sochi matte black 18x8 front and 18x9.5 rear. I'll post better pictures when I can. I had chrome wheels before but decided to change up the look. Blacked out emblems and window trim also. I really like the wheels and get compliments all the time. The wheels are rotary forged and weigh roughly 10-12 lbs. lighter per wheel. The car handles better and stops quicker. I was concerned about the front fitment clearing the calipers but I called TSW and they verified they would fit. I got to the tire shop and they did fit but barely! The fronts don't have much concave but the rears have a nice concave to them. Overall I am pleased with my new wheels.
What offset did you get? This is what I'm thinking:
18 x 8 5/114.3 35 mm
18 x 9.5 5/114.3 40 mm
Are you lowered and any rubbing?
What tire size?