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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 07:31 PM
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im after some wheel spacers and bolts for my series1. it has standard wheels on but i dont think they look right with the bodykit..i want them to sit flush with the arch if possible..what size spacers should i get without compromising any safety etc and where will iget them and the longer bolts from? cheers
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 07:37 PM
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i think anything 5mm or above, you are going to need the more expensive hubcentric spacers. to be honest, the likes of a 3mm spacer wont make much of any sort of visual difference, so a hubcentric bigger spacer set up will be the safest way to go to keep the wheels centralised on the hub
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 08:13 PM
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I have been thinking about this and 20mm will put my wheels flush with the arch and kit I think.
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 08:21 PM
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Ive got eibach ones if you need any, 15mm BRAND NEW !!!

Longer bolts included , boxed.

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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 10:24 PM
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Isnt it recommended that you do a stud conversion if spacing over 5mm or so as the long bolts can be a weak point?
If thats not that case how much do you want for them?

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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 05:54 AM
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The eibac spacers have there own studs. Then you secure them to the hub with countersunk bolts
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http://www.motorsportworld.co.uk/fra...es.asp?code=76

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