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Old 01-02-2013, 04:12 PM
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I ordered a set of 18" RS-3 speedline rims. The distributor called me and said to 1st make sure that they will fit due to the large calipers. Can anyone confirm if they'll fit before I have them shipped to me?

I'm already aware of the need for hub-centric rings and I already bought a set.

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specs of RS-3 wheel:
Specifications:
Size: 18x8
Bolt Pattern: 5x112
Finish: Hyper Black Machined Face
Offset: 35
Hubcentric: 66.6

pics of wheel:

http://www.oemwheelsplus.com/audi/18...heels-set.html
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They will fit. Lot of people uses OEM 17" with ET45 with snows on the S8.
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You should get a set of spacers for em as well.
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Originally Posted by AudiPasha
You should get a set of spacers for em as well.
Was trying to avoid spacers. Will they fit without?
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Originally Posted by AudiTimeS8
Was trying to avoid spacers. Will they fit without?
Yes...they're already offset 10mm more than OEM (outwards)...so the same effect spacers anyway.
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Originally Posted by silverd2
Yes...they're already offset 10mm more than OEM (outwards)...so the same effect spacers anyway.
Great. Then I'm ordering them. Can't wait. Already got a set of new Kumho LX Platinum's waiting to wrap the S-line wheels....
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Originally Posted by silverd2
Yes...they're already offset 10mm more than OEM (outwards)...so the same effect spacers anyway.

See I have a set of 17.5mm spacers in the back and 15mm in the front and the wheels are still inside the panels. I would put like a set of 10mm on the front and rear.

Just my 2 cents...


Pictures after you do the install are required!
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Originally Posted by AudiPasha
See I have a set of 17.5mm spacers in the back and 15mm in the front and the wheels are still inside the panels. I would put like a set of 10mm on the front and rear.

Just my 2 cents...


Pictures after you do the install are required!
I'll try installing w/o the spacers 1st to see how they fit all around. In either case, I'll post pics as soon as I can, which should be next wknd when they arrive...
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