MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: mackit on April 25, 2010, 10:05:20 pm
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Hi Guys,
What are people's thoughts of black alloys on a black GTi/ED30? Too hardcore? :confused:
On my previous white mini i had black wheels. I think it's a colour combo that works well but am unsure if black on black is a little too much.
Quite like the OZ Ultraleggera's as a 2nd set of alloys. I'd stick with 18s but i think they either do 7 or 8 width. Would it be better to opt for the 8 width in terms of grip?
Does anyone have any pics of a GTi/ED30 with these on; preferably a black GTi/ED30?
Anyone owned a set and would recommend them?
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black on black works for me mate . it would look great . and go for 8" wide
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You shouldn't really be asking a bunch of strange men on tinternet what you should do. If you like it then do it, its not like your putting on 22in chrome spinners.
For you to pull off any look you have got to be confident in your own choices. :drinking:
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I know...i tried asking a bunch of strange women and they replied by asking whether i wanted to carry my balls home in a hat! :scared:
Agree...agree...but i pose the question because i'm a little unsure. I also welcome anyone's experience of whether they tried this and it didn't quite work, perhaps titanium might be better, blah de blah blah. :rolleye:
Pics would be good as well if anyone has them. :happy2:
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Been thinking the same mate as mine could do with the odd repair and an a little unsure if anyone has managed to match the oem bbs colour so been thinking of black.would be good if someone could photo shop a pic maybe?
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Works for me! :pomppomp:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FGreenouse%2FUD_2010%2Fnathsed302.jpg&hash=f70ea10d01ff643ab9c706923ab2eb29446c61f4)
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In the words of the Churchill Dog...ohhhhh yessssss!!!! :happy2:
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Works for me! :pomppomp:
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I'll swap you my 1.2's :laugh:
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Think black is the only colour that black alloys work imo, I do love the ones on here with a red lip on them as well though.Look the nuts!
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Think black is the only colour that black alloys work imo, I do love the ones on here with a red lip on them as well though.Look the nuts!
Like these:
http://www.topgear.co.uk/acatalog/4x_18_Inch_Team_Dynamics_Pro_Race_1.2S_Black_Red_Lip_Alloy_Wheels_With_225_40_18_tyres.php
Quite shocked at how much cheaper Team Dynamics are than OZ alloys. Would make a good second set at half the price. :smiley:
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Think black is the only colour that black alloys work imo, I do love the ones on here with a red lip on them as well though.Look the nuts!
Like these Al? :innocent:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fkk284%2FGreenouse%2FP4130079.jpg&hash=ef4e58bd3c52f1ad60afcbeaa2c8b33d37eabb00)
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For some reason - and don't ask me to justify this opinion! - I really don't like the red-lipped, or silver-lipped rim on black alloys... sorry for those who have it like that!
Go for it though, it's your car; do as you wish. :happy2:
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For some reason - and don't ask me to justify this opinion! - I really don't like the red-lipped, or silver-lipped rim on black alloys... sorry for those who have it like that!
Go for it though, it's your car; do as you wish. :happy2:
:sad1:
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For some reason - and don't ask me to justify this opinion! - I really don't like the red-lipped, or silver-lipped rim on black alloys... sorry for those who have it like that!
Go for it though, it's your car; do as you wish. :happy2:
:sad1:
Sorry, Steve.
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Hi Guys,
What are people's thoughts of black alloys on a black GTi/ED30? Too hardcore? :confused:
On my previous white mini i had black wheels. I think it's a colour combo that works well but am unsure if black on black is a little too much.
Quite like the OZ Ultraleggera's as a 2nd set of alloys. I'd stick with 18s but i think they either do 7 or 8 width. Would it be better to opt for the 8 width in terms of grip?
Does anyone have any pics of a GTi/ED30 with these on; preferably a black GTi/ED30?
Anyone owned a set and would recommend them?
Much like these? :happy2:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2Fgreymk5blackultraleggera.jpg&hash=75f407529cbc097e30e2919e0948838dbe84d4f1)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv394%2Frdfcpete%2FIMG_1090.jpg&hash=fb18d9c885e79688e541eadab3fd014d2b65b833)
I very much fancy a set myself although I want about 5 sets of rims :chicken: I think on aftermarket suspension though the OZ UL look the business :party:
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That first pic is sex, especially on a grey car... :party:
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Hi Guys,
I'm new to the forum so go easy with me!
First class site and community :happy2:
Would anyone hapen to know the tyres pictured on the rather sexy Golf post by Greenouse? I am guessing at Yoko's, - but that is just a guess.
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk284/Greenouse/P4130079.jpg
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Hi Guys,
I'm new to the forum so go easy with me!
First class site and community :happy2:
Would anyone hapen to know the tyres pictured on the rather sexy Golf post by Greenouse? I am guessing at Yoko's, - but that is just a guess.
http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk284/Greenouse/P4130079.jpg
old tire type, Yoko Parada spec 2 :star:
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Black on black is awesome, I have that combination myself. :happy2: Support your local UK companies and get a set of Team Dynamics! :P
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm5.static.flickr.com%2F4072%2F4430711522_d534a18744_b.jpg&hash=5991ff2b75674ac9d885c21573579d8b01f72e8f)
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get some more shots up roastpuff looks a nice mk6 just needs a tap with the lowering stick :party:
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Black on black is awesome, I have that combination myself. :happy2: Support your local UK companies and get a set of Team Dynamics! :P
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm5.static.flickr.com%2F4072%2F4430711522_d534a18744_b.jpg&hash=5991ff2b75674ac9d885c21573579d8b01f72e8f)
Nice! :happy2:
Are those the Pro Race 1.2s?
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get some more shots up roastpuff looks a nice mk6 just needs a tap with the lowering stick :party:
Nice! :happy2:
Are those the Pro Race 1.2s?
Thanks gents, I'm working on the H&R Touring Cup Kit for a summer improvement.
Yes, the 1.2's - I find that the red lip doesn't work with GTI's usually.
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Think black is the only colour that black alloys work imo, I do love the ones on here with a red lip on them as well though.Look the nuts!
Like these Al? :innocent:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fkk284%2FGreenouse%2FP4130079.jpg&hash=ef4e58bd3c52f1ad60afcbeaa2c8b33d37eabb00)
No mate, nothing like those, those ones look $hit..................................................
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Hate how good that looks!!! Though bet you black lovers :wink: are suffering with all the Icelandic soot!
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Think black is the only colour that black alloys work imo, I do love the ones on here with a red lip on them as well though.Look the nuts!
Like these Al? :innocent:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fkk284%2FGreenouse%2FP4130079.jpg&hash=ef4e58bd3c52f1ad60afcbeaa2c8b33d37eabb00)
No mate, nothing like those, those ones look $hit..................................................
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Hate how good that looks!!! Though bet you black lovers :wink: are suffering with all the Icelandic soot!
Thanks Al! :laugh:
No ash/soot in my garage! :P
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Big Al's is covered in nut butter. (https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftomashandmilly%2FDaft_stuff%2Fgrimace.jpg&hash=920b57076ccaa2fc3d2635ab3b10bc67d9aa82d9)
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Bit more for the OP...
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:happy2:
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Bit more for the OP...
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Stunning! :happy2:
Are those 18s with the car lowered?
Hopefully someone can clarify but i presume, other than simple tracking, you don't have to use anything additional when putting 18x8 alloys on the GTi/ED30? OZ Ultraleggeras will surely clear the brakes?
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Hopefully someone can clarify but i presume, other than simple tracking, you don't have to use anything additional when putting 18x8 alloys on the GTi/ED30? OZ Ultraleggeras will surely clear the brakes?
....All (as far as I know) OZ Racing wheels have exceptionally good brake clearance. OZ principally design and manufacture wheels for racing cars and have much experience.
Also, a lightweight wheel such as OZ delivers much improved driving feedback.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fb308%2FRedRobin_05%2FOZ_13Oct09.jpg&hash=2e5f85ea864441e6a9a2457be5dd03eee5bc8e12)
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Am i right in saying that the ED30 is reduced by a further 15mm over the GTi?
Does anyone happen to know how far the car can be lowered before speed bumps become a problem? Is it fair to say that if lowering is an issue but you want improved stability through corners, FSD Dampeners would offer a good compromise? :rolleye:
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Am i right in saying that the ED30 is reduced by a further 15mm over the GTi?
Nope, they're the same.
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Am i right in saying that the ED30 is reduced by a further 15mm over the GTi?
Does anyone happen to know how far the car can be lowered before speed bumps become a problem? Is it fair to say that if lowering is an issue but you want improved stability through corners, FSD Dampeners would offer a good compromise? :rolleye:
I run both 7.5's and 8's and with the offset of the 8's being 44 (BBS VZ's) I do get a fair bit of rubbing under compression. Nothing at all with the 7.5's fitted. :happy2:
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I think the 18x8 OZs come with 45 offset. I would imagine something similar would happen then a per your BBSs.
I think this TD Pro Race 1.2s come in 50mm offset so this is very close to what i believe is 51 mm for the Pescara's. Naturally, i presume the 18x8 would be less prone to rubbing.
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*cough*
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*cough*
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:evilgrin:
:drool: :drool:
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Does anyone happen to know how far the car can be lowered before speed bumps become a problem? Is it fair to say that if lowering is an issue but you want improved stability through corners, FSD Dampeners would offer a good compromise? :rolleye:
....I'd say that you don't want to lower any more than mine is regarding speed bumps. But mine has been setup by Volkswagen Racing for best handling and not to a specific drop measurement. Also, my OSIR front splitter reduces frontal clearance. My car manages 99% of speed bumps providing I go real sloooow over them and some at an angle. Multi-storey indoor carparks with ramps are a total no-go area for me.
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I had KoniFSD's for a long time and their main benefit was taking the 'sharp' edges off the ride by smartly changing themselves to either harder or softer. It's the aftermarket anti-roll bars which helped the stability.
Welcome to the slippery slope of modding!
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Support your local UK companies and get a set of Team Dynamics! :P
....Screw that! TD's are very good but they don't have that Italian style, and they're heavier than OZ Alleggerita's. Yes, I know TD's are cheaper.
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Support your local UK companies and get a set of Team Dynamics! :P
....Screw that! TD's are very good but they don't have that Italian style, and they're heavier than OZ Alleggerita's. Yes, I know TD's are cheaper.
If we wanted to get into the style-at-any-cost argument I will advance the notion of fitting BBS forged wheels to the car being more proper than Italian wheels... :P Lighter and stronger!
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Support your local UK companies and get a set of Team Dynamics! :P
....Screw that! TD's are very good but they don't have that Italian style, and they're heavier than OZ Alleggerita's. Yes, I know TD's are cheaper.
If we wanted to get into the style-at-any-cost argument I will advance the notion of fitting BBS forged wheels to the car being more proper than Italian wheels... :P Lighter and stronger!
....Very good point! :happy2:
More a matter of practical compromises.
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Black on black is awesome, I have that combination myself. :happy2: Support your local UK companies and get a set of Team Dynamics! :P
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm5.static.flickr.com%2F4072%2F4430711522_d534a18744_b.jpg&hash=5991ff2b75674ac9d885c21573579d8b01f72e8f)
Does anyone know if the standard VW caps will fit on these Team Dynamics and if not, does anyone know where to source the caps shown in this picture?
Would PM the owner but their post count is too low. :sad1:
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Black on black is awesome
....Saw a black Golf R yesterday with black wheels. I best post pics and comment in the Spotted section.
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Yes please. Should look super mean!! :evilgrin:
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Personally I agree with the majority, black on black does look very slick, however I think for it to work the car needs to be kept clean and the tyres shined with a detailing product. :happy2:
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^^^^
And black is probably the most difficult colour to keep looking clean. I prefer the metallic blacks personally.