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Old 01-29-2010, 10:01 AM
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Looking for anyone with the I05 wheels that has pics of on car. I looked in the "members ride" area but didnt find anything I'm looking at 3 different sets of wheels and this is the only one I can't find pics on car. Also your thoughts on the finish. While I'm at it I'll ask you wonderful members for your two cents on my final wheel options

all 18's
the first one I REALLY like but cost more are Hartmans.
http://hartmannwheels.com/wheels/har...r-audi-fitment

the basic RS4 Deep Dish
http://www.oewheelsllc.com/Audi-Whee...39280-2-1.html

And lastly the Elbrus I05s
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Price

I know I've been posting a lot and to some of you "stupid" questions but I just want to learn and know as much as possible before I buy! Hence why I would like to see the wheels on the car! Thanks for your help and your 2 cents!
 
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Old 01-29-2010, 10:33 AM
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well the RS4 deep dish ones may not have center caps so i'd rule it out. you can find the first ones on ebay for cheaper. yes the quality of the steel is less but i haven't heard much complaint from people. the elbrus are gorgeous, see if you can get a deal with tires and lugs
 
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Old 01-29-2010, 10:41 AM
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I dont think you can go wrong with any of the 3, although I like the RS4s without the lip and I agree with Hiwords the Elbrus look really good.
 
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Old 01-29-2010, 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by hiwords
well the RS4 deep dish ones may not have center caps so i'd rule it out. you can find the first ones on ebay for cheaper. yes the quality of the steel is less but i haven't heard much complaint from people. the elbrus are gorgeous, see if you can get a deal with tires and lugs

Couldn't find Hartmans on ebay or I would of! I think it's down to the RS4 which your right do not come with center caps, or the Elbrus which when you order 4 comes w/ * (20) Required lugbolt for vehicle* (4) Required centering ring * (4) RETAINING CLIP FOR AL-P RING + Was thinking about the 225/40s or 225/45 again why I would like to see on car if you could mention tire size you have I'll give you a cookie!
 
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Old 01-29-2010, 01:11 PM
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lol no thanks on the e cookie. i'm running 225/40 on 18x8 38mm wheels. no rubbing at all but it's pretty tight in the rear by the spindle.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-B6...Q5fAccessories
 
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Old 01-29-2010, 01:30 PM
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Oh man I've been looking for those Hartmans for a while! I saw them in pics, but never knew the name of them. Thanks.

For the price though I do really like the Elbrus I05s.
 
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Old 01-29-2010, 02:46 PM
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Get the Elbrus in 18".

I actually never seen those on a B5 so you'll be doing something different which is always a + in my opinion.

If you go for 18", 225/40 is the way to go since it's the closest to stock diameter. In which you won't have to mess with your speedometer.
 
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Old 01-30-2010, 08:11 AM
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Thanks for your thoughts guys I think I will do the Elbrus! I really like the finish better the the RS4s and the hartmans the more I look a LOT of people have. But for a reason they are sharp!
 
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Old 02-02-2010, 11:31 AM
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If you get the Elbrus rims, be sure to post tons of pics. I'm interested in them myself.
 
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