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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 07:40 PM
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New Silver Shoes

I just mounted my new rims and tires last weekend. They are 19x9.5 (275 30s) in the rear and 19.8.5 (245 35) in the front with a +35 OS. I wanted to wait until I purchased a second set of TPMS for them but never got around to it. The ride is great, however, I had to trim the fenders to prevent rubbage. I've also included a picture of my grocery getter (22x9.5 all corners) with my 8 with stockers in the background. This forum was a huge help in the sizing process and I can't thank the members enough.
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 07:47 PM
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My Favorite Pic

My favorite pic....
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 07:53 PM
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looks good! how deep is the dish?
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Old Apr 16, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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looks good. now all you need is a bodykit.
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 04:12 AM
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Those look hot. What brand/model?
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 06:57 AM
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The lip in the front is 2" and 3" in the rear. They are made by VSR (Import) and the quality/weight is above average for a single piece cast wheel. Thanks for the comps. I'm consdering finishing the appearance package and buying the front spoiler. I'm concerned that it will bottom out on everything.
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 01:57 PM
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Looks real nice! Did you get aftermarket springs? What parts of the appearance package do you have currently?
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 01:59 PM
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Looking good man
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 03:32 PM
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Springs

It has the factory suspension.
It has the factory mud flaps, side flares, and front flaps. I'm am missing the front spoiler.
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 03:43 PM
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does look like it's dropped a lil in that last pic. drop it a lil anyways and then you'll be good to go.

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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 03:47 PM
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yay finally another VSR owner!.....looking good man
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 03:49 PM
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What model Audi is that? Your 8 looks good btw.
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 03:51 PM
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The paint job on your rear bumper is nice. Did you get it from the dealer like that?
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 05:35 PM
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Painted Rear

Thanks.....The Audi is a A8L.
I removed the bumper and had it painted with 200 miles on the clock. I didn't like the back in black (conditioned to think unpainted plastic = entry level auto). I had it sanded to remove the texture and repainted entire bumper. I had the "grill" painted black to offset all the red. Some pics...
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 05:52 PM
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nice VR..its the fastest color..and no BB is not! haha
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 05:53 PM
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nice VR..its the fastest color..and no BB is not! haha
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lookin' pretty good. I like the paintjob on the rear bumper
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Old Apr 17, 2007 | 06:01 PM
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OH MAN!! Look at that driveway! That is one looooong driveway and it's damn hot!
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Old Apr 18, 2007 | 07:18 AM
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Looks great. I like that style of wheel on the 8. love the A8 as well.
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