[__0verb00st__]

I have searched through and through - but I still do not understand offset, and what it takes to make S4 rims mount correctly. I understand you need adapters - but what exactly are the adapters changing? Thanks for any help?!

 

[ttam88]

Re: How do you get S4 rims to mount on a Mark IV GTI? (__0verb00st__)

S4 rims bolt pattern is 5x112, Your MK4 GTI's bolt pattern is 5x100. That is what the adapters are four and you can get it at http://www.parts4vws.com

 

[ThunderGolf]

Re: How do you get S4 rims to mount on a Mark IV GTI? (__0verb00st__)

The adapters change the bolt patern. S4 rims have a bolt pattern of 5x112 while MKIV GTIs use a bolt pattern of 5x100. Thus you need 5x112->5x100 adapters. For more on bolt pattern check here: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/boltpatt.htm.

 

[__0verb00st__]

Re: How do you get S4 rims to mount on a Mark IV GTI? (ThunderGolf)

It seems to be that using an adapter at such a crucial spot would weaken the connection of the wheel... are there any negative consequences to doing this?
BTW< thanks for the help!