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Old Jul 21, 2014 | 06:11 AM
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Need opinions on whether matte black or matte graphite wheels would look better on a Blue Onxy Pearl IS. The wheels I'm considering are as follows (Konig Integrams in 19").





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Old Jul 21, 2014 | 06:55 AM
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I like graphite but on blue onyx the black might flow better. I wish I was ready for a set of wheels. Not there yet.
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Old Jul 21, 2014 | 06:56 AM
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I'd go with the graphite. Black is too dark.
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Old Jul 21, 2014 | 07:19 AM
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Def graphite! It will look great on that color.
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Old Jul 21, 2014 | 10:08 AM
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One more vote for graphite. Not a huge fan of black on blue
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Old Jul 21, 2014 | 11:28 AM
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Thanks guys! Looks like the graphite is the more popular option...
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 07:32 AM
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What offset looks better on an AWD, +45 or +35? The wheels will be 19x8.5.

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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 08:19 AM
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If your asking which looks better, definitely the lower offset so 19x8.5 +35.. idk too much about awd fitment though and what can be run with little to no problems
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 10:21 AM
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8.5 +35 definitely looks better, but depending on how low you go and the tires you use, you may or may not experience rubbing the fender liner.

Check out the AWD wheel fitment threads to get a better idea.
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 12:45 PM
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black graphite would def be better for blue onyx.
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by sm1ke
8.5 +35 definitely looks better, but depending on how low you go and the tires you use, you may or may not experience rubbing the fender liner.

Check out the AWD wheel fitment threads to get a better idea.
So my understanding is that the key on an AWD is to keep the rolling diameter as close as possible (within 3%) on the front as the rear? I'm not planning on running a staggered setup and will be using the same tires all the way around. Therefore, I should be fine, correct? Any other considerations?
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