Wheel Spacers
Mar 27, 2002, 09:36 AM
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Wheel Spacers
Does anyone know where I can get wheel spacers for an EVO 6.
I ordered a new set of BBS CH 18" wheels that didn't fit.
The wheel supplier then provided one BBS RK 11 wheel which
also didnt fit.
Those bloody Brembo calipers are just to big.
Can you get wheel spacers to ensure they fit are is this
a bad idea. I think I need about 10mm to clear the calipers
for the BBS RK 11.
I really like the BBS RK 11 and will fit these wheels if I can get a solution.
Also I live in the UK.
Many Thanks
Skeletor
I ordered a new set of BBS CH 18" wheels that didn't fit.
The wheel supplier then provided one BBS RK 11 wheel which
also didnt fit.
Those bloody Brembo calipers are just to big.
Can you get wheel spacers to ensure they fit are is this
a bad idea. I think I need about 10mm to clear the calipers
for the BBS RK 11.
I really like the BBS RK 11 and will fit these wheels if I can get a solution.
Also I live in the UK.
Many Thanks
Skeletor
Mar 27, 2002, 02:49 PM
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Damn! 10mm?!?!?! That sounds a lot and personally I wouldn't do it. Well, I wouldn't use any spacers, but 10mm does sound an awful lot. There's some German company that makes them, but I think your wheel supplier should know a company that can make custom made spacers as I wouldn't exactly call it rocket science. Clive has some on his car, maybe he can help. Note that you'll also need longer bolts, probably of higher tensile than standard. If you really need spacers that big I would leave the whole thing. Just get some nice 17s that are made in the right size. They weight less, clear the calipers, look better and incerease the performance of your car, rather than decreasing it with heavier wheels like those BBS are.
Mar 27, 2002, 10:15 PM
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Michaelk,
I am now thinking down the same lines.
I have been told by someone else not to fit spacers especially if I intend to do track days.
I may now stick to the original wheels and go for a brake upgrade kit or possibly look at differnt wheels in a 17" fitment.
Thanks for your replies.
Seem to get a better response on this site than the MLR site.
Skeletor
I am now thinking down the same lines.
I have been told by someone else not to fit spacers especially if I intend to do track days.
I may now stick to the original wheels and go for a brake upgrade kit or possibly look at differnt wheels in a 17" fitment.
Thanks for your replies.
Seem to get a better response on this site than the MLR site.
Skeletor
Mar 27, 2002, 10:48 PM
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there's upgrades which fit into 17s like the normal AP or movit, you don't need more stopping power. Even the Bembos are enough, just get some different discs and pads. F.e. CTF discs and Ferodo or Pagid pads.
Mar 29, 2002, 07:49 PM
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sorry skeleton 
, was busy these days. CTF have a homepage (i think www.centertecnofreni.com, or something), you can find it by typing CTF+freni into google I think. Actually, Sandtler also have the pics I believe, www.sandtler.de, then find their brakes section, they are in there somewhere. The man to call to order them is Paul Liwowski +49 2327986799. They'll take about a month to be delivered. Sandtler had a set there until about a week ago, but some cheeky bugger bought them 
These discs are two-piece with an anodised aluminium bell and either slit/drilled or only slit rotors. Very well made and haven't warped yet although quite a few people use them quite hard. You can also call straight to Italy, but be ready to laugh your head off, cause their English is very interessante...
, was busy these days. CTF have a homepage (i think www.centertecnofreni.com, or something), you can find it by typing CTF+freni into google I think. Actually, Sandtler also have the pics I believe, www.sandtler.de, then find their brakes section, they are in there somewhere. The man to call to order them is Paul Liwowski +49 2327986799. They'll take about a month to be delivered. Sandtler had a set there until about a week ago, but some cheeky bugger bought them These discs are two-piece with an anodised aluminium bell and either slit/drilled or only slit rotors. Very well made and haven't warped yet although quite a few people use them quite hard. You can also call straight to Italy, but be ready to laugh your head off, cause their English is very interessante...
Mar 29, 2002, 08:06 PM
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!I didnt see this post earlier for some strange reason...
Skeletor
What the **** are you doing!?
10mm spacers is complete suicide! Fitment is approximate, you will need other bolts, etc. The wheels are heavier and bigger, therefore braking force will decrease. If I remember correctly, I told you this earlier on. Of course, you do whatever you want.I am pleased to see that you start seeing the point Michael and myself were trying to get across!
From the way your post sounds, it looks like you do not HAVE TO buy the wheels. If you can, DONT. I read on www.wheelsweight.com (or www.wheelsweights.com) that these BBS wheels are actually HEAVIER than the OEMs!!I would like to apologize if this post sounds patronizing, it wasnt meant to be. Feel free to add me to your MSN list (cbkramer@hotmail.com) and we can chat about all this and the CTF discs, pads or other things you might need. (I can get Speedline Corse MG wheels at cost now from my Rally friend, but dont tell anyone
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Mar 29, 2002, 08:23 PM
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Re: Pads & Disks
Originally posted by Skeletor
Michaelk,
I have already ordered some Pagid RS 4-2 pads due to the Brembo's being very low.
What are CTF disks. Do you have any info on them.
Cheers
Skeletor
Michaelk,
I have already ordered some Pagid RS 4-2 pads due to the Brembo's being very low.
What are CTF disks. Do you have any info on them.
Cheers
Skeletor
Why do you spell discs with a k?? Are you a ****in kraut as well?
CTF discs is this:
Mar 29, 2002, 08:28 PM
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Re: wheel spacers
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Seem to get a better response on this site than the MLR site.
Skeletor
Seem to get a better response on this site than the MLR site.
Skeletor
I have noticed that a vast majority of people on the MLR site have no clue about suspensions. They get lowering springs and report back how much better the car is bla bla bla!
I put a set of Dynamic Suspensions for sale there a few moths ago, for a bargain price (60 % of the new price, hardly used!!) and didnt get a single reply!!
Mar 29, 2002, 10:53 PM
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Michaelk & Claudius,
I have decided against new wheels and will concentrate on more performance mods and possible brake upgrade.
I have fitted a Blitz Nur-Spec exhaust today that sound the dogs and is better quality than the HKS Super Drager that was on the car.
The spelling of discs was a typo error. Should have read the message thoroughly before posting.
Claudius don’t insult me I am British through and through.
Is there anywhere in the UK that supplies CTF discs as it seems a lot of aggravation ordering from abroad.
Any idea on the cost of these discs.
Cheers Skeletor
I have decided against new wheels and will concentrate on more performance mods and possible brake upgrade.
I have fitted a Blitz Nur-Spec exhaust today that sound the dogs and is better quality than the HKS Super Drager that was on the car.
The spelling of discs was a typo error. Should have read the message thoroughly before posting.
Claudius don’t insult me I am British through and through.
Is there anywhere in the UK that supplies CTF discs as it seems a lot of aggravation ordering from abroad.
Any idea on the cost of these discs.
Cheers Skeletor
Mar 29, 2002, 11:03 PM
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Heltah Skeltah, it's no aggaravation to order them from abroad, quite a few people order things from abroad, even in the UK, all the time. The main difference from ordering from the UK directly probably is that you'll get what you ordered, at a cheaper price, I know, I lived in the UK for 5 years
Seriously, both countries are in the EU and it won't be a problem at all and generally Germany is a lot cheaper than the UK, I checked that when ordering my discs, pads and clutch. Even though I'm in Germany I had a look for good prices in the UK, and without taking into account postage, I ended up saving around 200 pounds when buying my AP organic plate clutch, Ferodo 2500s allround, goodridge hoses (even they were cheaper!!) and the CTF discs.
Seriously, both countries are in the EU and it won't be a problem at all and generally Germany is a lot cheaper than the UK, I checked that when ordering my discs, pads and clutch. Even though I'm in Germany I had a look for good prices in the UK, and without taking into account postage, I ended up saving around 200 pounds when buying my AP organic plate clutch, Ferodo 2500s allround, goodridge hoses (even they were cheaper!!) and the CTF discs.
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