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New Wheels

Discussion in 'Wheels and Tires' started by Nathanr.6168, Mar 4, 2009.

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    Nathanr.6168 New Member

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    Well I am looking into getting some wheels from chyz-dad but i need to know a few things first.

    If I get bigger wheels then the stock wheels. Will the Tire pressure sensor be on all the time? Can I hook it up to the new wheels? Would the bigger tire throw off the speedometer and odometer? (wouldn't mind the car thinking I drove less miles then I actually had :D) Would I need to change out any other parts?
    Nathanr.6168, Mar 4, 2009
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    Nathanr.6168 New Member

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    Any one know the answers to any of these questions?
    Nathanr.6168, Mar 7, 2009
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    StreetBrawler89 New Member

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    I know you will need to get the TPWS reset at a dealer and as for the other stuff, it shouldnt mess with the speedo and odometer.
    StreetBrawler89, Mar 7, 2009
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    navylife59 Super Moderator

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    The speedometer accuracy all depends on the overall tire/wheel combo diameter. Taking this formula posted here, Tire Tech Information - Calculating Tire Dimensions you can find the overall diameter of a tire. The closer that this matches the OEM, the more accurate the speedometer. This is why most people run a smaller tire sidewall aspect when upgrading wheels.
    Tire Tech Information - Speedometer Accuracy

    If your new wheels have the correct bead shoulder shape, then the TPWS sensors can be easily moved to your new wheels. Nothing will need to be done to the TPWS except a standard reset with the TPWS reset button in the glove box.
    http://www.club-tc.com/forums/tc-knowledgebase/3213-tpws-tire-pressure-monitor.html
    navylife59, Mar 9, 2009
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    Nathanr.6168 New Member

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    Are stock wheels 17'? What is the biggest we can go with out messing something up?
    Nathanr.6168, Mar 9, 2009
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    navylife59 Super Moderator

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    The stock are 17x7 with 18x7.5 optional. People have loaded 19" and up to 20" shoes on their tC. I am currently running 18x8.5.
    navylife59, Mar 12, 2009
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    Nathanr.6168 New Member

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    I've been looking at a set of Five Axis wheels. Would these specs work? if not what do I need to change.

    Size: 18X8 (would i have to do anything to get 19's to work right?)
    Bolt Pattern: 5X100 (I saw somewhere on here this was the size)
    Off Set: 35 or 40? (what does this do?)

    Have you heard anything bad about Five Axis?
    Nathanr.6168, Mar 12, 2009
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    Redneck4csa Premium Member

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    Redneck4csa, Mar 12, 2009
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    navylife59 Super Moderator

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    Five Axis is a design house. They, like most, do not manufacture their own product. If you take a look at their project vehicles, you will see the caliber of their work as detailed, thorough, utter perfection. Expect the same in their products.
    navylife59, Mar 12, 2009
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    chyz-dad New Member

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    I sold a set of X5:F black with red trim 5 Axis to a friend of mine here in J'ville
    the only thing he had to do was get some hub centric rings for it....he kept getting told he needed to buy spacers...all he had was a slight vibration in the wheels...TK performance here in J'ville carries them in stock...

    the size on them was 18x8.5, 35 offset...they look really nice...
    chyz-dad, Mar 12, 2009
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    navylife59 Super Moderator

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    Too bad they are +35mm That sits them so far to the edge that you have to run a smaller than recommended tire, especially if you get lowered. Just +3mm more and I would have not had to have my rear fenders shaved. I dislike that so much that I had Koi Tran (Kenny's Brother) take care if it. He did a fine job by the way.
    navylife59, Mar 12, 2009
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    Nathanr.6168 New Member

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    so if i get their +40 offset, I'll be good?
    Nathanr.6168, Mar 12, 2009
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    navylife59 Super Moderator

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    Yes. Without a doubt. Make sure to get the hub centric adapter rings.
    navylife59, Mar 14, 2009
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    chyz-dad New Member

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    I think that I can get them in a 40 offset as well
    chyz-dad, Mar 17, 2009
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    chyz-dad New Member

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    BTW the guy I sold them to is getting bags put on in the next week...He is selling me his teins less then 3000 miles for 100 bucks...do you think that will cause probs for him down the road
    chyz-dad, Mar 17, 2009
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