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Old 09-04-2008, 11:52 AM
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Could i fit 18 on my s1, or would i need major arch work
Old 09-04-2008, 12:09 PM
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i've seen it done, so I can confirm it is possible... it also looks wicked

I personally would never do it as I expect it would have the ride quality of a three legged donkey and handle just as well
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its just for show, not praticality, as the car never gets used.
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Originally Posted by Turbocabbie

I personally would never do it as I expect it would have the ride quality of a three legged donkey and handle just as well
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Just For Show Guys Once Ive Built My Rs Up
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looks top class I think, no idea how much work you have to do to get them on though.

not for me though as stated, i think cars should be driven
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im going to hunt about for advice, i should have got it all done before the paint job
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there is not too much work involved as long as you get the correct offset.
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do you know anyone who has put them on
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na,but there are a few on here that have....think they go for a focus offset....
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This is the S1 on 18's that was at the RST shootout with Fast Ford with my car the other year.

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that looks sooooo cool!
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My 17's rub on full lock
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im not bothered about full lock, as it wont be going to tescos car park. As long as its ok in straight lines.
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my mate had 18s on his s2 , wich was s1 kitted, taking the lips bk on the arches and the right offset is key ,


spoke to the owner of that s1 at the north yorks meet last year , said that he didnt have full lock , but taht as there 198s its a worthy sacrifice lol


dose look even better in the flesh too
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how low could i drop the car. i was thinking 35mm




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