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Old 07-01-2003, 11:16 AM
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I have just been to meet up with Paul Smith to have a look at his wheels and I must say they do look excellent but he tells me that they only have a 35 offset at the rear, I though you had to have at least a 50 offset but he says that rubbing isnt a problem. Why do we need 50 offset if its not to stop the rubbing? I really want some of these but dont want to spend the money if its going to cause problems so I would appreciate any advice from anyone technical. Pauls a really nice bloke though how he manages to insure an S at 23 for
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If they stick out past the arch by a certain amount (something like 5mm I think), you'll fail MOT and not be road legal.

I'm assuming this is for looks, not handling - offset affects the handling as well.

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they look like the badgers nads!...and that rubber its thinner than Calista Flockhart!

wowzers I have to know what insurers you use Paul....please tell me then I can save
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OMG



I'm speechless

Awesome
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Which wheels are they?

Is that your MCB Matt?.......what a nice colour!!!

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Thats my baby!! Beautiful colour - they say its the fastest you know? I couldnt believe the insurance either. the wheels are TSW Edge's
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Originally posted by mafford
.........they say its the fastest you know?
I know, I know .......ain't it great!!!!
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TSW, eh?

Need a piccy of those and the Volks side by side...........
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TSW, eh?

Need a piccy of those and the Volks side by side...........
We'll have to try and accommodate you on Sunday.

I'd considered 19" but I ruled them out. Mainly because I was worried about making the ride too hard and I wasn't sure how they'd look. Now I know... They look very smart.


A little sad news on the Volks.
I don't want to point the finger but... Donna managed to kerb them last week. Both the offside scraped around 70% of the rim. Now trying to decide how to go about the repairs.
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Wow the car does look good - ready for some pimpin`!


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