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  1. How long should Toyo RA-1's last once they're down to being more or less "slicks"?
  2. How soft are SSR Comps? (really)?
  3. Question on tire size for 16 inch rims.
  4. Axis rims
  5. Center caps . . .
  6. Eddie: help with center rings for PFF7, pls. ?
  7. Will a 18"x8.5" w/ a 45mm offset fit
  8. Anyone have 16" OEM wheels for sale? Preferably
  9. Looking for the guy who just got the Flik Artics
  10. Tire Question - Radial Plys, 6 vs. 8. I think I got screwed.
  11. bushings - front end noise
  12. will volks fit on an audi?
  13. Toyo Proxes TPT or Yokohama AVS db?
  14. Tires for Audi A6 2.7T
  15. Eddie @ TireRack...which wheel locks should I purchase from TireRack for my SSR GT3s?
  16. '01 2.8 with 17" wheels - what did Audi recommend as tire pressures!?
  17. 18x8 ET30 225/40 with HR Sport and Bilstein sport combo on a B5 A4.Do you guys think I will rub
  18. Any Canadian sources for tires?
  19. XGT-Z4 or SP 5000 ... or not?
  20. paging AC S4.
  21. 16-18" wheel/tire packages for Audi...
  22. ok...For All You Guys Out There With Wheels...Lets See em'...Post pics please
  23. x-post from S4 Forum but it never hurts to ask...vibration problem, please help!
  24. My new wheels...Questions Answered....(long) xpost from A8 forum
  25. Hey Eddie.....Heard of any problems with the Yoko ES-100s cupping ???
  26. Will 17" Fikse FM-10's clear stoptech's / S4 calipers?
  27. anyone ever use Eagle One A2Z wheel cleaner? (Xpost frm detailing forum)
  28. WTB center cap for 17x8.5" SSR Competition
  29. Antera type 309
  30. Eddie (or whoever might know) - AT Italia Razze 9
  31. Eddie..as usually...Thanks for the help and professional service
  32. contiextremecontact
  33. Reading model # on spare wheel?
  34. looking for 9" wide wheels for < 300
  35. widest tires on a B5 A4
  36. local to 07410 shop that has HUNTER GSP 9700 needed ASAP
  37. Balding tires. need new ones pretty soon, need recommendation.
  38. S03s on Tirerack are $170, and local place says $470 (CND) Ed can this be possible.
  39. Firestone Firehawk SZ50 EP, and Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3...
  40. I've used "Search", but haven't found: Pic of A6 w/ 17" A4 Sport Pkg wheels. Anyone have one? TIA!
  41. Eddie- AT Italia wheel question....
  42. If i go from 17" to 19" keeping the rolling radius close, will i need another alignment?
  43. searched, but didn't find answer. B6A4 w/19x9ET35 should I worry about rubbing?
  44. Tire upgrade - 205/55/16 to 215/55/16?
  45. Plastic wheel hanger pin
  46. tirerack sells RAD wheel locks? link please. and which do i need for the SPP 7 spoke.
  47. 235/40/18 vs 225/40/18 on 8.5" rims
  48. Does anyone know...
  49. wheres the best place to buy oettinger REs 18" ?
  50. I have a B6 A4 with factory wheels that are 17x7.5 with a et45
  51. 17" summer wheel options for my 2000 TTQ
  52. Anyone using RH alurad AN crossline wheels??
  53. 18x7.5 front and 18x8.5 rear on a B5 A4
  54. X-Post: Is the Kuhmo Ecsta MX $13 better per tire than the Yokohama AVS ES100? Anyone driven both?
  55. X-Post: To repair or replace brand new curbed wheel?
  56. Eddie
  57. Help: Replacement 17" rims 2001 A4 Avant/Sport Pkg
  58. Eddie:
  59. Thanks Eddie. for the wheel locks....
  60. Rim size and offset for a 92 100CSQ Wagon HELP!!!
  61. Eddie - question about tire pressures
  62. X-post: I need everyones opinion, BBS CH or O.Z. SL
  63. Eddie: Evo wheels on A6? yes or no?
  64. eddie: I'm looking to replace the tires on my 2000 A4....
  65. Summers back on...tire noise on single tire...Eddie or others help please
  66. will 225/50 16's on A4 2.8. (non sport) stock wheels fit?
  67. Rolling diamter of 235/45/17 and 205/55/16
  68. Eddie, can I fit the '02 A4 Sport Pack. Wheels on my '01 A4........
  69. Where to get my fenders rolled in Michigan and how much? TIA
  70. Anybody know what touch-up paint matches BBS RX wheels ??
  71. Peeps with 19in wheels, how often do you have to have your wheels balanced.Yes BALANCED not rotated?
  72. Some questions about moving to a bigger size
  73. Eagle F1 GS-D3 tires discontinued?...
  74. 17"/18" tire/wheel upgrade - questions
  75. thanks a lot Eddie..
  76. Difference in weight between 17" Avus+P6000's vs. 18" OZ SL silvers+Yoko ES 100??
  77. Hi guys, need some help here! need to replace 4 Blowtenza any input? $ concert! thanks
  78. Hey Ed: How long is the wait on OZ SLs in 17x8?...
  79. Anyone have any pictures of the FLIKTDR2-H?
  80. attn Eddie: Dunlop sp8000e's on tirerack question
  81. Eddie, could you share any info on the PZero Nero M&S UHP all-season, not max summer one -->
  82. Ronal wheel/tire packages, Direct to U
  83. Eddie - How long before the Silver 18" SL's are in ??
  84. will an 18x9 inch rim fit S4 with any fitment issues? looking at Carlsson 1/6 Evo. anyone have them?
  85. Eddie: Need professional opinion on running directional tire backwards
  86. EDDIE, WHAT'S THE BEST INEXPENSIVE TIRE?
  87. Radius/Moda R6 Fitment
  88. NE1 know what touch up paint to match SSR gunmetal finish?
  89. Anyone have track (not auto-x) experience with the Falken Azenis Sports? I've done a lot of
  90. How long will a tire last that is very very bubbled on the outer side wall.....
  91. what tire size for 18x8 et35 rims on an S4? -235/xx/18 or...
  92. Dunlop Sport A2 shot after 15k!
  93. Eddie, need help!!!!!, your recomm, installer scratched my wheels
  94. Can someone explain how a wheel can fit a 5X114 and 5X112 pattern w/same wheel? (More please read)
  95. Does anyone know the weight of OZ Classe wheels in an 18"
  96. advice on speed rating... Eddie?
  97. Update on tire noise....
  98. does tirerack carry the bbs ch plasma in 18 for a4 cab
  99. Bent Wheels Update
  100. Help! What is the OEM bolt, cone or ball? What does OZ require?..?.?>?
  101. Question about lug nuts, help me out please???
  102. Edge Racing now brings the TDR in 18"
  103. So after 1 track event on my SSR Comps & A032R's,I'm shopping for super cheap 18" street rubber
  104. Need a used tire...225/45/17 Michelin Pilot Sport, please. Anyone??? Thanks
  105. So.... what's the difference between the 5x100 and 5x112 offsets?
  106. Eddie....
  107. Allroad Tires
  108. Which way is best???
  109. Is it good idea to have a different set of wheels/tires for track events?
  110. Scalloping on one section of one tire?
  111. Eddie - follow up question on PZero Nero M&S. Any idea on how they will perform?
  112. Cheap place(s) for spacers?
  113. SSR GT3 in Satin - If they make it (for Audi) will you buy?
  114. What if anything is bad about driving around with one wheel a different offset than the rest?
  115. Clear Coat question? When wheel compaines say the aluminum rims are clear coated...
  116. Max performance tire comparison...this is for everyone who asks, "what tires should I get".
  117. 16-18" wheels for newer Audi's...
  118. Change tyre pressure for different tyres - 185/70/R14 -> 205/50/R15 ?
  119. 15" competion tires on stock A4 rims ?'s
  120. X-Post: To repair or not to repair, Part II
  121. Eddie - Michelin Primacy tire is asymetrical, but not unidirectional. Can you help explain why?
  122. Custom Alignment in Mtn Vw - anybody had good/bad experience regarding scratched wheels?
  123. Considering Potenza RE 950, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S...
  124. how are Falken Azenis Sports on the street? on wet or damp surfaces?
  125. Moda R-6 question -
  126. help me out please
  127. Does anyone have a pair of Hankook Ventus 405 Plus 225-45ZR17 for sale ??
  128. Edge Racing Updates (kinda long)
  129. what's the deepest dished wheels out there that will fit onan A4
  130. wheel locks for 98 A4?
  131. OZ Superleggera UPDATES
  132. Audi tt
  133. 235/45/17 or 235/40/17 - on Avus S4 rims - which is closer to stock dia.?
  134. Anyone have experience with BF Goodrich KDW II?
  135. wheel spacers/adapters (universal fit?)
  136. Are Alessio wheels any good?
  137. Anyone one know what wheels these are??
  138. Oh, master Eddie of the Tire Rack, which one do you work at?
  139. Eddie i need some Yokahama AVS ES 100's,.....
  140. NTB: ouch
  141. OZ Anthracite touch-up paint?
  142. new tires, car vibration?
  143. Dumb question re: PZ Nero.....
  144. GRRRRRR. Tire Trouble? Whaddaya think?
  145. anyone know of this wheel. I asked in Wheel forum but no reply
  146. How much could I ask for my (4) 18x8 Millie Miglia Action Sports used with no major damage?
  147. wheel pricing opinon...
  148. WANTED TO BUY - One Pirelli P6000 225/45YR17 with 4/32" to 6/32" tread remaining, Seattle Area.
  149. Need BBS lug nuts ASAP in DC area!!!!!
  150. is it just me, or does ER's site not load fully?
  151. Big shout out to Cy at TireRack...everything went as planned...thanks!
  152. Looking for new ideas for 18x8's. Please post pics and suggestions
  153. Ok, Eddie. Riddle me this...
  154. pretty sure i found the problem with my wheel vibrations (m)....
  155. Looking to buy any amount of 17" TT 5 spokes, curbed a rim bad!!
  156. Still confused over PZero Nero (more)
  157. Recommended TireRack installer in SantaClara, CA area?
  158. Wheel weight question
  159. Eddie: What do you know about the new ContiPremierContact?
  160. Tire irregular wear issues: 2001.5 S4 - 17" 225/45YR sizes(stock)
  161. what are the widest wheels and deep dish for an A4 B5
  162. Has anyone ever seen OZ Superleggera 15x7 4x108
  163. Please post pics of your BBS's
  164. HELP: Do I need to repair a small gouge in my tire?
  165. Offset issue - 2 wheels ET45, 2 wheels ET37
  166. questions about wheel adapter
  167. are there any nice wheels in a 4x108 pattern for my b4??????
  168. Micro photo... anyone recognize the wheels on this Avant?
  169. New Wheels / Tires for My TT - Thanks Eddie
  170. Strange wheel noise, the Tirerack nightmare seems to continue...
  171. Osssssssssssssscar....
  172. Where can I find an Oettinger wheel distributor?
  173. How much $$$$ to ship wheels?
  174. Which tires/wheels for 2001 A4 1.8T?
  175. can tirerack get in 18" the oz Classe II PL
  176. Thanks Tire Rack...
  177. can i put 255X40 on 18X8s...or 8.5
  178. what exactly is the difference between gunmetal, anthracite, opal, satin, etc finishes?
  179. SP 5000 and Ziez ZE 512- Best mileage?
  180. When it comes to snow, I know a narrower tire is better, but
  181. What size tire should I buy for 18x8 RS4 Replicas.... (more)
  182. I want some 17's but here is the problem...
  183. Is a Michelin Pilot Rib a more dry weather tire than the Pilot Sport?
  184. Sumitomo HTR+ vs. Michelin Sport A/S vs. ContiExtreme Contact
  185. Dunlop SP9000 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport
  186. Steering wheel shake..
  187. 245s on a B6?? Too big??
  188. bolt length necessary for mille miglia wheels?
  189. i need some wheels
  190. Hey Eddie...
  191. OK, shopping for wheels and tires - sharpshoot my package, offer insights.. :o) (Eddie, you too)
  192. good year vs toyo
  193. Wheels size codes question
  194. Wheel Refinish Places in NY
  195. Eddie, any specials on Bridgestone S-03's? (225-40-R18)
  196. Best price on T1-S's? $166 is lowest I could find good deal?
  197. Walking on broken glass
  198. Want new (or like new) 16" hub-centric Audi wheels
  199. I need some help guys ... 235/45 17
  200. Sumi HTR+ or Falken ST115 or Falken ziex512 which one?
  201. Help! Vibration due to 2 new tires vs. 4?
  202. Ronal R28 vs OZ Superleggera????
  203. Eddie i think i have a problem.....
  204. What are "Michelin Pilot Sport 2" ???
  205. how much to oettinger RE's weigh (18's) are they strong?>
  206. Where are the F1 GS-D3s TireRack?! ...
  207. Tire inflator in a can
  208. Kudos to Eddie & Tire Rack for fast shipping!!
  209. Attn: Eddie...Mille Miglia Cello
  210. Does any have a lead on OEM Audi center caps (1.5 inch/6.5cm)?
  211. anyone match special silver paint on BBS CH wheels?
  212. Ford Focus wheels
  213. Are there any tyre conditions to pull the front wheel to pull to right? TIA!
  214. Shopping for wheels...
  215. will 245/45-17's rub on a b6 ???
  216. Trouble with wheel installer :-( just have to vent... (very long)
  217. sportecs
  218. Eddie
  219. Pirelli X-Pressure System
  220. Help, need 2 BBS RK center caps
  221. Saw these Pirelli tires on the TireRack site for two different prices, what is the difference?
  222. Ronal sells wheels and wheel/tire combo's..
  223. Questions re: a cracked wheel. (Amended)
  224. 18x8" wheel...Kumho 712's vs Sumitomo HRTZ II
  225. What is AT Italia's website?? tia
  226. Got new shoes for the Avant
  227. Aluminum valve stems? Pro's? Cons? ;O)
  228. Eddie - Any insight you can share from Conti Extreme test?
  229. can 255/35YR18 fit an a6 2.7t stock suspension without rubbing ?
  230. RS6 Wheels
  231. what rims are these?
  232. SSR GT-1
  233. Moda Wheels....
  234. Help!!! on wheels
  235. whats your opinion Kuhmo 711 Tires? thanks
  236. Anyone have a set of the 02 and on sport package 17's they would like to get rid of?
  237. Looking for 17x8 LZs from somebody that bot them on sale, eg, $235 FEB '02...
  238. Price check: Just wondering how much stock 17" wheels cost... have 8000k on them. Thx
  239. How much does the borbet VM wheel weigh in a 17"?
  240. Hi, Eddie! Do u carry Brake Caliper paint? can't find 'em. someone told me that u carry 'em. True?
  241. eddie, do you know if et36 wheels off an a4 will fit on an 99 sl500 mbz?
  242. how to avoid scratching rims when getting new tires?
  243. Wheels Torque questions.
  244. adr sterlings
  245. Best ride in a 17" performance all-season?
  246. I really want new wheels...
  247. Anyone know where I can get 18" Avus replicas?
  248. Any idea how much it costs to have a set of rims refurbished and painted?
  249. Stupid question about caliper painting
  250. Best rims for a Dolphin Grey Cab?