Question for Gary @ TireRack

1Fun S8 · 06-26-2008, 01:12 PM

Gary, looking at wheels and tire package, TireRack offers to put in the Tire Pressure Monitor Sensors in, do these synch right up with the Audi system as the original sensors would? Do these come with lithium or other long life battery installed?
The dealer tells me the stock RS4's I have now are 43mm offset. Would 35mm offsets rub?
Also, in general do non OEM wheels require their own unique lug bolt? I currently have a set of McGuard wheel locks on the OEM's, would they work with aftermarket wheels?
If it matters, looking at 245/45/18's and wheels for 2003 Audi S8.

Gary@Tirerack.com · 06-27-2008, 06:59 AM

Yes, the sensors we install are OE sensors so they work perfectly with the original Audi system. I do not know what type of batteries they use, but this is an Audi OE part so it will be the same. We've fit 18X8 ET35 wheels on this car in the past with no problem. Most aftermarket wheels use their own lugs, which would require different locks.

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1Fun S8 · 06-27-2008, 02:35 PM

Thanks for the info, my first few choices at Tirerack are either out of stock or say they are but delivery is end of July. Would absolutely prefer to go with you guys, but not sure it's going to work after all. Will cycle through one last time.

06-27-2008, 06:59 AM	#2
Gary@Tirerack.com Audiworld Basic Sponsor Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 5,129	Re: Question for Gary @ TireRack Yes, the sensors we install are OE sensors so they work perfectly with the original Audi system. I do not know what type of batteries they use, but this is an Audi OE part so it will be the same. We've fit 18X8 ET35 wheels on this car in the past with no problem. Most aftermarket wheels use their own lugs, which would require different locks. wheels __________________ Gary@Tirerack.com Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator The Tire Rack, Sales Rep Reference 'Gary/Audiworld' as 'previous contact' when you order at our site. The TireRack Tech Center 1-877-522-8473 ext 4386

06-27-2008, 02:35 PM	#3
1Fun S8 AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 528	Re: Question for Gary @ TireRack Thanks for the info, my first few choices at Tirerack are either out of stock or say they are but delivery is end of July. Would absolutely prefer to go with you guys, but not sure it's going to work after all. Will cycle through one last time. __________________ 2003 S8 Black/Caramel 1994 100 CS Quattro Pearl/Ecru

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