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So how driveable are 19" VM RS4 reps? Everyday and city driving?

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Old 01-14-2008, 06:22 AM
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Default So how driveable are 19" VM RS4 reps? Everyday and city driving?

i have an 06 2.o avant with sport suspension and im looking to get some wheels and tires for it. im torn between 19s and 18s.
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Default Fine provided you can live with more expensive rubber, heavier wheel and your roads are good quality

I generally prefer 18's as roads in Toronto suck.

19's are moar prettier tho.
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Default Define city.

NYC? DC? Boston? (aka a major city) Then probably not. Remember that 19's will bend easier than 18's and have a lower profile. But as Tgr_Clw said, 19's look prettier
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DC/baltimore. Thats what im afraid of. i do also have a truck though as back up.
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Default I go to school in DC so I've seen some of the roads

I would say 18's as a max, 19's only if they're forged
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Default Don't buy expesive 19" rubber... Generals are the way to go!....

I have 23k on my generals and with proper rotation.. i have not ONE shimmy, or any tire noise after 23k on my tires... and the best part is.. $400 bucks
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Default Thanks for the thoughts. Its a tough call especially since i have a second car...

i can drive in the cities if i plan accordingly. and the VM RS4s seem to be a fairly strong wheel.
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I'd rather go with a 18" wheels with better rubber.
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