You are absolutely right that after adding up the cost for lug bolts, wheel
studs, spacers and cost of machining the center holes it may be close to
the cost of buying a set of VW stock used 14" alloys for Vanagons.

However, VW stock alloys have been said to be not durable. I have seen used
one for sale on craigslist fairly cheap and in not so great conditions. I have
seen that quite a few times. And they are 14" rims.

On the other hand, the set of 15" Audi 5000 rims I got for $150 look very
strong and beefy. They look very similar to Vanagon stock rims but better
in my eyes of the overall look. They are 15x7 rims. It will be easier to
find tires for these rims too.

David

--- BenT Syncro <syncro@gmail.com> wrote:

> TC,
>
> Best that you search the archive for the most complete answer. This question
> has been asked dozens of times. Try searching "Audi wheels".
>
> As quick answer, Syncros and 2wd have different requirements. Syncros can
> use ET45 w/o spacers. 2wd will have interference with front ends components.
> Spacers need to have bore of at least 66.7mm which is what you want to make
> your centerbore if you are not using spacers. Next thing to worry about is
> studs/bolts. You will need longer ones either way. They will bolt onto the
> rears. You'll need longer studs.
>
> Unless you are in love with the wheels in question or getting them for
> almost nothing, you might be better off buying wheels that fit to begin with
> once you've factored in cost of  machine work, spacers, and longer
> studs/bolts.
>
>
> Regards,
>
> BenT
> http://hometown.aol.com/bentbtstr8/vanagoncafewheelspage2.html
>
>
>
>
> On 8/28/07, David Kao <dtkao0205@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >
> > You need 1/2" spacers. They have an offset of 45mm.
> > Be aware that these rims are 15x6. They are a bit narrower.
> > I would use 15x7 or 15x7.5 rims. But 15x6 will work fine.
> > Just maybe harder to find reinforced tires for this size.
> >
> > David
> >
>

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