new rims and tire - will they fit..?? - Benzworld.org

StarGazer · 01-11-2006, 06:50 PM

will a 1992 2.6 190e take these rims...

specifications:
staggered fitment 17X7.5 an 17X8.5

see attached picture

190Evoluzione · 01-12-2006, 05:02 AM

totally depends on the offset.

ideally the 17x7.5 should have an offset of ET35.
so the 17x8.5 needs...

anyone...?

StarGazer · 01-12-2006, 06:37 AM

I don't know about rims a lot. If some one could explain what I should be looking at when looking for new rims.

I know that 17" are the max size i should look at for a 190e.

what does offset mean any way??

Thanks in advance

heckflosse_uk · 01-12-2006, 09:19 AM

The offset, or ET, indicates the distance from the hub. Later Mercs should be around ET40 whilst earlier ones (W123, 126, 107 etc.) are around ET20. The ET isn't an exact science and will vary a bit but I'd guess you'd want an ET of over 45 with a 8.5. The best thing would be to try one on if possible.

ejaahm · 01-12-2006, 07:31 PM

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StarGazer - 1/12/2006 5:37 AM

I don't know about rims a lot. If some one could explain what I should be looking at when looking for new rims.

I know that 17" are the max size i should look at for a 190e.

what does offset mean any way??

Thanks in advance

I have simillar AMG chrome rims with 17x7.5 ET-37 for front wheels and 17x8.5 ET-30. You need to put 215/40/17 tire to avoid rubbing issue.
Look at the back side of the rim there are some number like 17 7 1/2 last number is the offset ET.
means this rim is 17" 71/2" wide... Hope this helps.

hyprr1 · 01-13-2006, 12:26 AM

I'm not 100%, but I think 17X7.5" is the biggest rim that would fit a 190E. 17X8.5" seems kind-of wide for the wheel well & the rim might stick out past your fenders, unless the offset is towards the back-hub of the rim. Try them out & if they fit grab them as soon as you can. They'll make you car look sick from the rear and the stance look even better....

p.s. "Sick" meaning awsome,amazing,incredible,outstanding etc......

ejaahm · 01-13-2006, 11:26 AM

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hyprr1 - 1/12/2006 11:26 PM

I'm not 100%, but I think 17X7.5" is the biggest rim that would fit a 190E. 17X8.5" seems kind-of wide for the wheel well & the rim might stick out past your fenders, unless the offset is towards the back-hub of the rim. Try them out & if they fit grab them as soon as you can. They'll make you car look sick from the rear and the stance look even better....

p.s. "Sick" meaning awsome,amazing,incredible,outstanding etc......

Axel F · 01-13-2006, 12:07 PM

awsome [:D]
looks great, what tyres are u running, and which is the suspention setup ?

ejaahm · 01-13-2006, 01:25 PM

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Axel F - 1/13/2006 11:07 AM

awsome [:D]
looks great, what tyres are u running, and which is the suspention setup ?

Thanks. I have pirelli 215/45/17 at rear and continental ContiSport 215/40/17 at front. I have not done anything with the suspension system.
Your car is awesome too.

Axel F · 01-13-2006, 04:11 PM

thanks :)
the arches are filled pretty well, great look
i think your car would look even better if u can get rid of the orange in your lights :)