The B6 Stance and Picture Thread

[g-black]

I thought it was about time there was a stance thread in the B6 section of the forum. It should prove to be useful for anyone looking to either buy rims, tyres or lowering kits. Even if you have a completely standard stance, tell us about the different tyres you have used and any recommendations. Or just post up a photo of you B6 that you would really love to share!

I'll make a start with my own car.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/dd154af2.jpg

Rims- 19x9 et41 Bentley Alloys
Tyres- 235/35/19 Vredestein Sessanta
Suspension- H&R lowering springs with standard shocks

I love the ride quality of the car. Not overly firm and hasn't had any effect on the other suspension components. The vredestein sessanta tyres are fantastic. Best tyre I have ever used especially in the wet. Would highly recommend them to anybody.

[kipperphill]

Your rims look wider than the arches. Will that pass an MOT?

Beautiful though!:p

[g-black]

Actually passed when I had wider rims on at the time! So long as the tyre tread is under the arch and they don't rub you can generally get away with it.

[DSG4ME]

Sweet.

[richiemac]

My car ...................:approve:

http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp159/rmcgarry2009/DSCF2295.jpg

[esse_esse]

She be on standard supsension and wheels nut hopefully she'll be on a 40mm drop with some 18s if some monte carlos

http://i1042.photobucket.com/albums/b426/esse-esse/Passat/th_DSC_0041.jpg (http://s1042.photobucket.com/albums/b426/esse-esse/Passat/?action=view&current=DSC_0041.jpg)

I'm aiming for this sort of look http://i1042.photobucket.com/albums/b426/esse-esse/Passat/th_DSC_1142.jpg (http://s1042.photobucket.com/albums/b426/esse-esse/Passat/?action=view&current=DSC_1142.jpg)

That sat is an american one:approve:

[g-black]

What springs are you thinking of going for esse? I pick up my new saloon tomorrow! I plan to move the wheels grille and stereo across to the new car, but kept the H&R springs in the estate. Can't decide on which new springs to get. Looking for some pictures of lowered saloons please!

[Crackman 619]

Maybe cheating but I have two pics lol

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/yy348/murghee/photo-1.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/yy348/murghee/281b32c1.jpg

Just put the rims on then..needs lowering though. Even 18's look small on the passat i swear this car is a monster lol

[g-black]

ECS tuning currently have OEM sport springs on off for £26!! I have to find out first if they can do the ones for the diesel engines and if I can strike up a deal with the dealer that they won't void my warranty! They offer 25-30mm lowering. Should be plenty

[Crackman 619]

ECS tuning currently have OEM sport springs on off for £26!! I have to find out first if they can do the ones for the diesel engines and if I can strike up a deal with the dealer that they won't void my warranty! They offer 25-30mm lowering. Should be plenty

Im looking foor 30mm..do you know how long the offer is on for? and you sure its £26?

[esse_esse]

What springs are you thinking of going for esse? I pick up my new saloon tomorrow! I plan to move the wheels grille and stereo across to the new car, but kept the H&R springs in the estate. Can't decide on which new springs to get. Looking for some pictures of lowered saloons please!

Don't know what make they are but I'll find out all I know is they will give a 40mm drop......Yeas the second pic is for inspiration cos that is lowered 40mm iirc In the meantime check out this thread over on vwvortex http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?3302964-Show-off-your-car.-Post-pictures..... Some amazing b6 over in the USA:aargh4:


do you know how long the offer is on for? and you sure its £26?


What he said

[g-black]

I have sent them an email and waiting on a response. Listed online and with exchange rate 100% sure is £26! 85% off! It list them for the 2.0fsi and 3.6. As there in the US it doesn't state for the TDI. Think I'm right in saying that the 3.6 is the same as the heavy diesel engines but I'm waiting on conformation.

The killer will be postage. But for a full set of genuine springs at £26 postage shouldn't be an issue!

[esse_esse]

I have sent them an email and waiting on a response. Listed online and with exchange rate 100% sure is £26! 85% off! It list them for the 2.0fsi and 3.6. As there in the US it doesn't state for the TDI. Think I'm right in saying that the 3.6 is the same as the heavy diesel engines but I'm waiting on conformation.

The killer will be postage. But for a full set of genuine springs at £26 postage shouldn't be an issue!

Have you looked at that thread yet???? are you inspired???

[g-black]

42pages esse?!? That's a job for a beer and feet up with the laptop! Can't get the full effect of the pictures on the iPhone! If only money grew on trees!

That's why I started this tread. Was hoping for a UK thread to see what the country has to offer !

[dubvrs]

Will be hopefully getting my apex 40mm lowering springs sometime next week so will get pics up once on. They are costing me £80 but thats cost :D

[esse_esse]

42pages esse?!? That's a job for a beer and feet up with the laptop! Can't get the full effect of the pictures on the iPhone! If only money grew on trees!

That's why I started this tread. Was hoping for a UK thread to see what the country has to offer !

Indeed 42 pages of nothing but sheer sexiness:biglaugh:

I know what you mean about UK cars but hey it don't seem like the thing on here but over on UKP things are different....Check it out sometime

[brightside]

Im after recomendations for mine, I dont want anything OTT, but im in the process of sorting my ICE out, tints next, then looking at wheels and lowering springs, but dont want to spend mega bucks as this is my daily, and my polo is the money pit lol

[rapport25]

http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC10848.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC10848.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_myvw-1.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=myvw-1.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11059.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11059.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC10829.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC10829.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_myvw1.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=myvw1.jpg)
http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11043.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11043.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11119.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11119.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11046.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11046.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11036.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11036.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11171.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11171.jpg)
Nice thread G Black

[Crackman 619]

I looked on their site and couldnt find the springs hmmm but lets not spoil this thread with spring talk its all about pics here.

[esse_esse]

Tis very nice that Rappy but who's that guy reflecting off ya motor with the sandals and shorts:p

We want pics:D

Here is another one I thought it looked alright9243

[rapport25]

Tis very nice that Rappy but who's that guy reflecting off ya motor with the sandals and shorts:p

We want pics:D

Here is another one I thought it looked alright9243

:biglaugh::biglaugh:. I guess that would be the detailer. Well it was sunny ;).

[pasb6]

lowered my 1.9 tdi passat 35mm and put on 18" rs jk5s 135/40/18 tyres.....the fuel economy went thru the floor...about 35mpg if lucky....took the wheels of again and put standard 16" alloys back on and everything fine again?????????
really annoying...brand new set of alloys and tyres sitting in my shed gathering dust.

[esse_esse]

lowered my 1.9 tdi passat 35mm and put on 18" rs jk5s 135/40/18 tyres.....the fuel economy went thru the floor...about 35mpg if lucky....took the wheels of again and put standard 16" alloys back on and everything fine again?????????
really annoying...brand new set of alloys and tyres sitting in my shed gathering dust.


Errrm Pics please and just lend me the alloys I'll look after those for ya lol

[brightside]

I put 18"'s on my old car and it made no odds to the fuel consumption. Went from 205/55/16's to 225/40/18's on a modified Seat Leon TDI. That does seem odd.

[Crackman 619]

I put 18"'s on my old car and it made no odds to the fuel consumption. Went from 205/55/16's to 225/40/18's on a modified Seat Leon TDI. That does seem odd.

Same here im about 1-2mpg down but i think the car needs a service and not cuz of the tyres.

Hmmm could be sumthin else effecting it like tyre pressure tyre wieght? Sorry not very helpful just considering the options.

[esse_esse]

Lets put this thread back on track.....Check out this sick ride you can get that body kit here from VAG
9265926692679268

[g-black]

Here is how a stance shouldn't look!

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/4d9273ea.jpg

Put 2 of the wheels on last night to see how bad the arch gap is. Have looked at getting genuine springs but after looking at the overall height, I don't even think springs will sit the car where I want it. Will possibly have to get coilovers!

Decisions decisions!

[esse_esse]

Very nice man very nice

[Crackman 619]

Here is how a stance shouldn't look!

*snip of pic*

Put 2 of the wheels on last night to see how bad the arch gap is. Have looked at getting genuine springs but after looking at the overall height, I don't even think springs will sit the car where I want it. Will possibly have to get coilovers!

Decisions decisions!

Loll yea mines like that...think I could probz sleep under my arches thats how big the gap is.

[g-black]

Have found this.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/d01525e2.jpg

Says he had te drivergear/ vw own lowering springs in it. Have found them in the states for £100 delivered! Thinking it might be enough but will take 3 weeks before there here.

[esse_esse]

Have found this.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/d01525e2.jpg

Says he had te drivergear/ vw own lowering springs in it. Have found them in the states for £100 delivered! Thinking it might be enough but will take 3 weeks before there here.

That is schweet as that is that body kit on that white one

[Crackman 619]

Wish i had them lights it makes the passat look scary lol

[g-black]

Got the springs ordered! There ment for the 2.0fsi DSG so I hope they will sit at the same height. But they assure they will fit. If they sit lower I'll be very happy. Sit higher and they might need a little "heat" treatment! I also paid a little extra and they should he here next week!

Another plus is I had a quiet word with the head of servicing at my local dealer. He says he will still honour the warranty with them in and my big phat wheels too!!!

[rapport25]

That is schweet as that is that body kit on that white one

Looks great, very aggresive. Love the wheels :biglaugh::biglaugh: they will be Rappy's then :D.

[dubvrs]

Got the springs ordered! There ment for the 2.0fsi DSG so I hope they will sit at the same height. But they assure they will fit. If they sit lower I'll be very happy. Sit higher and they might need a little "heat" treatment! I also paid a little extra and they should he here next week!

Another plus is I had a quiet word with the head of servicing at my local dealer. He says he will still honour the warranty with them in and my big phat wheels too!!!

There is a guy on vortex who has fitted the springs to a manual but the front sits 10mm higher than an auto with the same springs. He had the rear springs put on a spacer to match the front.

Pic of the car with the springs on.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/passat1y.jpg

This was the main reason i ordered the Apex springs. Supersport have now started doing 45mm lowering springs.

[rapport25]

There is a guy on vortex who has fitted the springs to a manual but the front sits 10mm higher than an auto with the same springs. He had the rear springs put on a spacer to match the front.

Pic of the car with the springs on.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/passat1y.jpg

This was the main reason i ordered the Apex springs. Supersport have now started doing 45mm lowering springs.

:approve: also nice back drop

[johnloaderuk]

Have found this.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/d01525e2.jpg

Says he had te drivergear/ vw own lowering springs in it. Have found them in the states for £100 delivered! Thinking it might be enough but will take 3 weeks before there here.

Very, very nice. Looks like the optional body kit supplied by VW in the US

http://www.vw.com/vwfeatures/passat/en/us/

[g-black]

There is a guy on vortex who has fitted the springs to a manual but the front sits 10mm higher than an auto with the same springs. He had the rear springs put on a spacer to match the front.

Don't want to make the back higher. Is there oher ways of making the front lower, like different top mounts like you used to be able to get for older cars?

[dubvrs]

I have had a look at supersports list for lowering caps but the latest car they list is the mk4 golf. Nothing for mk5 or Passat.

[thestig84]

Liking that estate, are they scirocco or passat cc rims?

[esse_esse]

Liking that estate, are they scirocco or passat cc rims?

Those are standard sat rims (Rappy has those) the one you're thinking of are the VW interlagos my friend

[brightside]

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/passat1y.jpg
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what wheels are they? I want them lol, they look like 19's?:aargh4:

[g-black]

The called Sagitta alloys. That guy bought genuine ones iirc. There available in 19x8 and 19x9 for the tiguan. Replica ones ate available for them as I've seen them about before.

Springs arrived today! There 100% genuine as they have a part number on them and there made by eibach. I'm getting them fitted on Saturday so some before an after pics to come.

[brightside]

Does anybody know much about the ET's?

I was thinking about putting some 19's on my 'sat wagon, was thinking 18X8.5J up front and 18x9.5J out the back and what a little bit of 'poke' but Im worried about the offset's.

Also what tyres will fit. Was planning on 235/35/19's but does anybody know if 255/35/19's fit on the back?

[g-black]

Front you would need about et35 and rear about et38. That way they will sit flush with the body work. You will also need to be about 40mm down to pull it off with 18s.

255/35/19 will rub on the rear of there on 9.5 rims. I stretched a 235/35/19 over my 19x9.5 rears and it sat very well. Had to put 225/35/19 on the front 19x8.5 so the rear stretch didn't look so out of place.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/38f1566f.jpg

235/35/19 on a 19x9.5

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/82eebdba.jpg

[brightside]

Thanks mate. Im after that sort of look myself :)

[esse_esse]

Guess who might be getting some rs6 18s on this weekend wooooohoooooo can't wait to post some pics once they're cleaned and on

[rapport25]

Guess who might be getting some rs6 18s on this weekend wooooohoooooo can't wait to post some pics once they're cleaned and on

mmmmmm, look forward to the pics esse.

[esse_esse]

mmmmmm, look forward to the pics esse.

Infact if all goes well I'll passing your ends on the day (you're in Derby right off the a50?) meeting the guy on the M1 j26

My sat could say hello to your sat:D Drop me your mob and I'll let you knwo what the score is (also give me a chance to get a proper qiote for the work I need doin on mine)

[rapport25]

Infact if all goes well I'll passing your ends on the day (you're in Derby right off the a50?) meeting the guy on the M1 j26

My sat could say hello to your sat:D Drop me your mob and I'll let you knwo what the score is (also give me a chance to get a proper qiote for the work I need doin on mine)

Esse you have mail :D.

[rapport25]

Has the sat been lowered yet?

[esse_esse]

Has the sat been lowered yet?

Not yet mate was contemplating getting it lowered before the 18s but then the wheels are just to good an op to pass.

That being said the seller will hold em and I can get them next month so springs plus 18s with bridgestones all round £230 yes believe it or not £100 alloys with tyres and £130 for the springs fitted am I lucky or am I lucky:approve:

[rapport25]

Not yet mate was contemplating getting it lowered before the 18s but then the wheels are just to good an op to pass.

That being said the seller will hold em and I can get them next month so springs plus 18s with bridgestones all round £230 yes believe it or not £100 alloys with tyres and £130 for the springs fitted am I lucky or am I lucky:approve:

Cheap cheap, be carefull mate. Sounds to good a deal to me. Where have you got them from? will they fit your sat? I guess they are replica's.

Just a friendly warning, Rappy.

[esse_esse]

Cheap cheap, be carefull mate. Sounds to good a deal to me. Where have you got them from? will they fit your sat? I guess they are replica's.

Just a friendly warning, Rappy.

Indeed mate they're dude hates the ride with them on so managed to do a swap with fundage. I have seen em and they're immaculate I did a similar deal with my stilo wheels so know what to look for. They're coming off a b5.5 so straight fit as for the springs they're off another b6 loon and my mechanic is fitting em.

Thanks all the same R all advice imo is welcome. Good looking out for ya boi:D

[rapport25]

Indeed mate they're dude hates the ride with them on so managed to do a swap with fundage. I have seen em and they're immaculate I did a similar deal with my stilo wheels so know what to look for. They're coming off a b5.5 so straight fit as for the springs they're off another b6 loon and my mechanic is fitting em.

Thanks all the same R all advice imo is welcome. Good looking out for ya boi:D

Thats what im here for :biglaugh:. So will your sat be ridding on the 18's on sat then?

[esse_esse]

Thats what im here for :biglaugh:. So will your sat be ridding on the 18's on sat then?

Defo mate defo just waiting for meet time now

[brightside]

So are Apex springs any good? I'm thinking of some for next month.....

[logiclee]

There is a guy on vortex who has fitted the springs to a manual but the front sits 10mm higher than an auto with the same springs. He had the rear springs put on a spacer to match the front.

Pic of the car with the springs on.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/passat1y.jpg

This was the main reason i ordered the Apex springs. Supersport have now started doing 45mm lowering springs.

I do like the look of these and the other black saloon earlier in the thread.



http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/d01525e2.jpg

In my opinion the Passat doesn't suit stretched tyres, they just don't look right on a biggish saloon. Polo/Corsa, and possibly Golf sized hatchbacks get away with them but they just stand out as aftermarket add ons on large cars.

If that's your thing then fine, just think the two above show how bigger wheels and drops should be done.

Me? The ride is already as firm as I want to take it for my daily commut so it'll be staying on standard springs and 17's with 235/45X17's :D

Cheers
Lee

[esse_esse]

I do like the look of these and the other black saloon earlier in the thread.



http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/d01525e2.jpg

In my opinion the Passat doesn't suit stretched tyres, they just don't look right on a biggish saloon. Polo/Corsa, and possibly Golf sized hatchbacks get away with them but they just stand out as aftermarket add ons on large cars.

If that's your thing then fine, just think the two above show how bigger wheels and drops should be done.

Me? The ride is already as firm as I want to take it for my daily commut so it'll be staying on standard springs and 17's with 235/45X17's :D

Cheers
Lee

Lee mate I posted pics of a white one with the same body kit and me thinks that yours would look like the dogs dooda's with it on me:D:approve: go on you know you want to

That one looks like it's just the front end me (has ideas for mine now

[logiclee]

The white one with that bodykit is in the official Passat Accessories Brochure.

Body kit around £1400 + fitting and paint. Exhaust trims £231 then wheels & tyres and then suspension.

So I think around £4k I'd think from VW. :1zhelp:

Having just spent over £23k on the Passat I dont think my wife would be to pleased although I have shown the photo in the brochure to her. :biglaugh:

https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/assets/common/pdf/accessories/passat-accessories.pdf

Cheers
Lee

[dubvrs]

So are Apex springs any good? I'm thinking of some for next month.....

Hopefully mine will be here some time next week so will get some pics up once they are on.

[borakev]

The white one with that bodykit is in the official Passat Accessories Brochure.

Body kit around £1400 + fitting and paint. Exhaust trims £231 then wheels & tyres and then suspension.

So I think around £4k I'd think from VW. :1zhelp:

Having just spent over £23k on the Passat I dont think my wife would be to pleased although I have shown the photo in the brochure to her. :biglaugh:

https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/assets/common/pdf/accessories/passat-accessories.pdf

Cheers
Lee

I loved the white one in the accesories brochure. That was what i wanted originally, then i saw mine. I didnt think the kit would look as good on a black one

Cheers
Kev

[esse_esse]

Lee mate I know what you mean costly I just want that front bumper like the black one there host stuff that

[g-black]

Just fitted my OEM springs I got from ECS tuning. Boy I hope they settle about another 10mm!!

[brightside]

How much lower are they now?

[g-black]

I recon about 20mm of that. There the same as the black saloon with the high def front on it above but defiantly doesn't look as low.

[g-black]

Just thought I would throw up a photo now that the springs have settled in. Don't think it's low enough but it is a really comfy ride.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/b5ae3674.jpg

Think I shall save up and get some AP coilovers and treat myself at Christmas!

[Zeb]

Just thought I would throw up a photo now that the springs have settled in. Don't think it's low enough but it is a really comfy ride.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/b5ae3674.jpg

Think I shall save up and get some AP coilovers and treat myself at Christmas!

It looks okay! I think you should take off the Bentley caps and replace them with VW. Have you managed to kerb them wheels? What kind of wheel cleaner do you use? They look mint!

[g-black]

I like my B badges. I've a spare set of centres which I might paint black possibly. I've also a spare set of Bs so I might get some cheap VW badges and put them on.

I use AS G101 at a ratio of about 1/30. Then the detailer put chemical guys was on them and they came up a treat. Wax didn't last long but ita easily applied.

[brightside]

how much lower would you say it is in mm?
It does look quite good, but you are right could do with a bit more.

I'm still deciding on some 40mm springs and some 19's

[g-black]

I recon about 25-30mm. It's almost there but just not quite what I want. Spring were cheap so I'm not complaining about that and the ride is excellent. My H&R springs in the old estate b6 were just about right but it sat a little high at the front.

Think I'm only going to be happy with it when i can get it to sit just perfectly and high adjustment is there fore key. Would also lobe to see what it looks like wound right down. Just for the sheer wow factor

[pasb6]

lowered 35mm...18" jk5s...235/40/18......sorry photo wont upload

[rapport25]

Just thought I would throw up a photo now that the springs have settled in. Don't think it's low enough but it is a really comfy ride.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/b5ae3674.jpg

Think I shall save up and get some AP coilovers and treat myself at Christmas!

Looking good G Black :approve::approve::approve: love the wheels. I think with the bentlys sticking out it would be a good idea to drop it some more. How low was your previous estate? Hope you keep up the shinny shinny of the deep black pearl it looks great :D.

Rappy.

[rapport25]

With ref to the wheels any wax will burn off very quickly due to the heat. I would purchase some Meguiars next tech wax 2.0 and apply weekly or every 3-4 days like I do :o.

Remember to leave it on for at least an hour before buffing off and apply it whisper thin.

On the little foam applicator pad you would need around the size of a 10 pence piece of product to complete the 4 wheels.

I always use this wax, it looks great on black cars and gives a wet look for weeks.

What are you washing the car with 2 buckets & grit guards? what shampoo are you using?

[esse_esse]

Now g-b that is hot lovin it :approve:

[logiclee]

I think the ride height doesn't look too far off, but in my opinion its the very low profile stretched rubber that looks too skinny.
Were you going for that look or do wider tyres rub due to the Bentley's width/offset.

Cheers
Lee

[g-black]

The current Tyres are 225/35 front amd 235/35/19 rear. Reason being that they come of the merc wheels I previously had which were 8.5 front and 9.5 rear. The bentleys are 9 all round. The front Tyres are nearly done, so I'll be putting 235/35/19 nvm on the front. That's the biggest size I can get away with. At the min the rears just catch the carpet liners but I'll soon be cutting that out.

Off work to day so I hope to get a layer or two of wax on, weather permitting!

The estate was down about 40mm and sat just right with the 19" wheels. I'll also add that I never had any problems with the standard shock. Still in 1 price when I sold the car. Probably the only thing still working properly!

[dubvrs]

Got my coilovers and wheels on today. Well all the springs but one of the reat shock bolts is stuck fast.

Wheels are 8.5x20" ET45 Fox Futura (Warranty returns as there is a bit of corrosion on the spoke faces but for £350 for what should cost over £900) Tyres are 225/35/20.

Coilovers are FK AK Street. Lowered all the way on the rear and 20mm still to go on the fronts. Will need to lift it slightly but glad i went for them.

Was getting dark so pics a bit crap.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010208.jpg

Bit low on the rear lol.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010209.jpg

[g-black]

Mmmmmm. Lovely!

Was just about to come online and post up my new ideas for my own stance but dubvrs has basically just beaten me to it.

Decided that I'm not happy with how my new car looks, probably because it looks exactly the same as the last car! So it's time for a change!

First thing is I will be selling the bentleys! Decide now is a good time to sell them as there in a good condition. Been looking at something with a dish, possibly a black face. Possibly BBS LM replicas or these...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130432870558&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_5849wt_782

Then with the extra money from selling the bentleys and a few other bits, I'll get some coilovers. I've heard great things about AP so will probably buy a set of them.

[brightside]

how much for the bentley rims? I dont need the tyres. Them fuel's look awesome

Damn you if you do get LM's, ive been trying to keep that a secret for ages! lol

[g-black]

The set in looking at has the silver centres with polished lip, 8.5 front and 9.5 rear. The problem is there et45. I would probably be putting on some 10mm spacers so I could get a little poke!

There is a set of bentleys the same as mine on eBay in black. Seller is looking £1600! I would be happy £1200. Much more realistic but still probably to much.

[dubvrs]

Couple of better pics after i cleaned it and raised the rear 15mm.

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010211.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010210.jpg

[g-black]

Looking good! What is it like running on 20s? Could be tempted but I think its just too big to be practical. What dimensions are the wheels and do they rub at all?

[dubvrs]

To be honest the 20's just feel like 19's.

The wheels are 8.5x20 et45. They do rub on the back every so often when you hit a pot hole but mostly fine. Fronts carch if you hit a bump when on lock. Will be raising the car slightly when it settles but looks a lot lower than in the pics.

[esse_esse]

Couple of better pics after i cleaned it and raised the rear 15mm.

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010211.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010210.jpg

I have to say it is one of the best looking sats I've seen

G mate I swa these http://www.ukpassats.co.uk/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=57&t=27318 over on UKP and I thought of you don't know whether they do it for you

[g-black]

Not my cup off tea tbh. Bit expensive for something that doesn't look it. Need free up a bit of cash aswell. Some cheap replicas will do and some good quality coilovers. Trying to sell my subs and amp from the last car aswell and I'll be selling the eibach springs soon aswell!

[rapport25]

The set in looking at has the silver centres with polished lip, 8.5 front and 9.5 rear. The problem is there et45. I would probably be putting on some 10mm spacers so I could get a little poke!

There is a set of bentleys the same as mine on eBay in black. Seller is looking £1600! I would be happy £1200. Much more realistic but still probably to much.

Why are you selling the bentleys?

[g-black]

I had them on the last car. Now that I've bought a new car I want it to look different and not like the last car (probably my fault for buying an almost identical car!) so I've narrowed it down to two choices which some opines on would be great.

Firstly the BBS LM replicas.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/cfe11b8a.jpg

These are available in 19x8.5 all round or with a 9.5 at the rear.

Or there's these

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/dbea0afb.jpg

Stance wise they will be pushing the limits, which I love! Fronts are 19x8.5 et30 and rears are 19x10 et35! Combine these with the car being about the same height as dubvrs....

[rapport25]

I had them on the last car. Now that I've bought a new car I want it to look different and not like the last car (probably my fault for buying an almost identical car!) so I've narrowed it down to two choices which some opines on would be great.

Firstly the BBS LM replicas.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/cfe11b8a.jpg

These are available in 19x8.5 all round or with a 9.5 at the rear.

Or there's these

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/dbea0afb.jpg

Stance wise they will be pushing the limits, which I love! Fronts are 19x8.5 et30 and rears are 19x10 et35! Combine these with the car being about the same height as dubvrs....

Very nice :approve:. Look forward to seeing the sat when its sorted. Sounds like you have money to burn :biglaugh:

[g-black]

I am just dreaming at the minute! I'll get all my stuff sold of and that ahold hopefully pay for it. Also have a genuine rear spoiler for the estate if anyones interested.

[rapport25]

I am just dreaming at the minute! I'll get all my stuff sold of and that ahold hopefully pay for it. Also have a genuine rear spoiler for the estate if anyones interested.

Hi G Black, I have a brand new painted deep black pearl boot lip spoiler if you are interested make me an offer.

Rappy.

[logiclee]

I think the offset and width of dubvrs's 20's are spot on, the car sits great and the wheels gel with the stance of the car.

Cheers
Lee

[g-black]

Ragin!

http://www.reallymeansounds.com/forum/rms-members-cars/133866-my-new-passat-lms.html

And it's in NI so def not goin for LMs then!

[brightside]

you need to log in to see that link mate. What is it?

Also those Fuel rims look spot on, but you know im a fan of LM's lol

[g-black]

Sorry. Here you go

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/1a2b9841.jpg

Found yet another set of wheels. I'll keep them a secret for now!

[paulthefox]

man that b6 is hot on those wheels

[Zeb]

Sorry. Here you go

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/1a2b9841.jpg

Found yet another set of wheels. I'll keep them a secret for now!

What make and size are they?

[Aaftab]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k134/aaftabbmw/IMG_4165.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k134/aaftabbmw/IMG_4172.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k134/aaftabbmw/IMG_4169.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k134/aaftabbmw/IMG_4157.jpg

[paulthefox]

lovely alloys what make .price. offset and size

[g-black]

What make and size are there?


There BBS LM replicas. Front are 19x8.5 et45 with 225/35/19 and the rears are 19x9.5 et45 with 225/35/19!! Very stretched. It's on FK coilovers like dubvrs.

[esse_esse]

My god that is sexy and model wise looks like an s

[g-black]

Correct. It's a 1.9 s. Looks well all black I think. Makes the wheels stand out even more.

[Zeb]

.

[esse_esse]

Saw this and I thought it deserved your attention guys http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1968288.htm I love how it sits and looks:approve:

[Zeb]

Saw this and I thought it deserved your attention guys http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1968288.htm I love how it sits and looks:approve:

Looks very, very, very sexy :D

[esse_esse]

Looks very, very, very sexy :D

I knew it would rock someones world lmao:D:approve::beerchug: me thinks the the same too............Tis a very smart look

[g-black]

This is what I like to think of a good stance.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/9e3918e1.jpg

Completly unpractical but boy it looks good. If only I could afford some airride!

[esse_esse]

This is what I like to think of a good stance.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/9e3918e1.jpg

Completly unpractical but boy it looks good. If only I could afford some airride!

Ahhh I see and have to agree that there is a prt of me that says do it but then good ol' sensible esse kicks in I love cars too much an in a multi story car par park those wheels would well you know f'd but that is nice:approve:

[brightside]

I'm looking at some carlston's atm. Gotta a customer with a merc s class with em on, but he wants a change as these are in need of a refurb. I've got first refusal.

9J front 10J rear. BOOM.

[esse_esse]

I'm looking at some carlston's atm. Gotta a customer with a merc s class with em on, but he wants a change as these are in need of a refurb. I've got first refusal.

9J front 10J rear. BOOM.

So carlston's you say lmao I kid I kid I bet they'd look schweet as on b6 :approve:

[logiclee]

This is what I like to think of a good stance.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/9e3918e1.jpg

Completly unpractical but boy it looks good. If only I could afford some airride!

Is there only me that thinks overstretched tyres look cheap and crap? Not only that they have a negative affect on handling.

A friend of mine has a Golf R32 which has been done for the "Euro" look, it's very low with stretched tyres. On returning from a training course one day I overtook him down a B road in my wife's Fabia. You have to ask why he bought a very quick smart looking well handling car and turned it into something that struggles to do more than 40mph unless the road is totally flat.

Anyway rant over. :biglaugh:

Cheers
Lee

[brightside]

i meant carlsson's. Lol http://www.globalautoshop.com/images/wheels/carlsson/carlsson_2v6.jpg like them.

Probs wont end up with them, held them up against my car and they did look good, but I think You would need a huuuge drop to make it look right, and Im going no lower than 40mm.

[esse_esse]

i meant carlsson's. Lol http://www.globalautoshop.com/images/wheels/carlsson/carlsson_2v6.jpg like them.

Probs wont end up with them, held them up against my car and they did look good, but I think You would need a huuuge drop to make it look right, and Im going no lower than 40mm.

Do agree with you on the ride height it would have to be very low to pull them off like the one in this thread http://www.ukpassats.co.uk/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=19855&st=0&sk=t&sd=a&start=25

[g-black]

I think 40mm would be about right for those. Offset is probably about 35 so they would sit well in the arch. My estate was 40mm h&r and it sat well.

I have been looking a set of genuine wheels to refurb but can't seem to find anything a present.

[esse_esse]

If it is an impractical stance you are after here goes9504

Then there is this thread http://www.ukpassats.co.uk/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=19855&start=25

[g-black]

It's practical enough when your on air. Could be driven all day like that. Wish I could go on air but need to be saving these days. New wheels and coilovers will do me. Still can't decide which wheels though. I've narrowed it down to a choice of about 15!!

[rapport25]

http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC10848.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC10848.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_myvw-1.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=myvw-1.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11059.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11059.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC10829.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC10829.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_myvw1.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=myvw1.jpg)
http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11043.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11043.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11119.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11119.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11046.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11046.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11036.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11036.jpg)http://i847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/th_SDC11171.jpg (http://s847.photobucket.com/albums/ab35/rapport25/?action=view&current=SDC11171.jpg)
Nice thread G Black

I think you should add updated pics of your sat to this thread DUBVRS with James Bond type number plate!!! Just like what G black had on his old sat estate

[dubvrs]

There you go ;)

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010213.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010224.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010227.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010229.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010232.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010216.jpg

[billythetidd]

There you go ;)

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010213.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010224.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010227.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010229.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010232.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010216.jpg

Nice, just watched your vid on youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psx5w2dqPnE

[esse_esse]

Nice, just watched your vid on youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psx5w2dqPnE

Just have to say love it but don't be caught by the rossers doing that (If you want to know why watch traffice cops from last thurs

[rapport25]

Just have to say love it but don't be caught by the rossers doing that (If you want to know why watch traffice cops from last thurs
:biglaugh::biglaugh:.

Al least its not on the rear like the bike on traffic cops :D

[esse_esse]

:biglaugh::biglaugh:.

Al least its not on the rear like the bike on traffic cops :D

So you watched it then (me loves cop programmes they always quote some section in the law you know nothing about or even existed lmao)

Tis true that but the idiots could argue it would be an issue with front facing camera's blah blah

[rapport25]

So you watched it then (me loves cop programmes they always quote some section in the law you know nothing about or even existed lmao)

Tis true that but the idiots could argue it would be an issue with front facing camera's blah blah

X2 :D. Any new pics of you sat? wheels/lowered.....

[esse_esse]

X2 :D. Any new pics of you sat? wheels/lowered.....


The ******** have not sent em to me apparently there is a delay at factory.....so I have cancelled the order and now back in the market for somet else maybe even some sport alloys

On the to do list now is front fogs (well just for show) for MOT reasons they are not required so yey on that...front armrest (if I can find one)......debadged chrome grill....and some OEM sat sport springs (but seeing that the sport is a 2.0l will the spring fit ok on mine) The springs will drop mine by 1.5cm apparently

[5potblair]

http://i907.photobucket.com/albums/ac272/5potblair/Thecans.jpg

Forgot to add text... Waiting for spring to come before I buy 19" BBS and see if VW have made the sport bodykit available for the estate yet.

[brightside]

Love the exhausts on the V6 models

[g-black]

I have genuine rear boot spoiler I'll sell you! Love the V6 and would love to have a thrash about in one. Are you going for genuine BBS and which ones?!

[5potblair]

I have genuine rear boot spoiler I'll sell you! Love the V6 and would love to have a thrash about in one. Are you going for genuine BBS and which ones?!
I love the noise my car makes when it`s changing gears at the red line. I had a cat back system made at turriff tyres, its has powerflow boxes on it with my choice of tips on it. As for my BBS choice I`m liking the CM`s in black with polished edges. Rimstlye have them in stock but theres no point putting them on before winter has been and gone.

[g-black]

If I could insure a 3.2 I woul have one! Unfortunatly I have 2 stick with the 2.0tdi. I'm putting a new set of wheels on in the next couple of weeks. I'll just keep them well cleaned and waxed over winter and then take them off in spring for a good cleaning round the back. I was goin to suggest a nice set of staggered BBS wheels but maybe not on a 4mo!

Look forward to seeing how your ar progresses. Hopefullya little faster than mine is!

[5potblair]

I`ve had the speedo sitting at 150, but then was having to look far ahead to see if there was any cops. Take you must be a young ane if insurance is a crippling price. 4yr ncd,36 year old,340 a year.

[g-black]

21 year old, living in NI with a 2.0L turbo doesn't go well with insurance companies even though I've never ha an accident and never claimed in 4 years of driving. Last year was £1200, this year was £950.

On another note sad note, it's going to be another 3 weeks before my new wheels arrive. Already been waiting 4 weeks for them. Can't wait for them to arrive and see them in the flesh.

AP coilovers should be here by the end of next week. The car might be ready by Christmas!

[Zeb]

21 year old, living in NI with a 2.0L turbo doesn't go well with insurance companies even though I've never ha an accident and never claimed in 4 years of driving. Last year was £1200, this year was £950.

On another note sad note, it's going to be another 3 weeks before my new wheels arrive. Already been waiting 4 weeks for them. Can't wait for them to arrive and see them in the flesh.

AP coilovers should be here by the end of next week. The car might be ready by Christmas!

That's pretty cheap! I've just turned 22 this month and I'm paying around £1500 per annum. How did you manage to get the insurance soo cheap?

[brightside]

21 with a Liverpool postcode = £140 per month insurance on a 2.0tdi 140bhp :/

[Zeb]

21 with a Liverpool postcode = £140 per month insurance on a 2.0tdi 140bhp :/

Are you the policy holder of the vehicle? Or additional driver? That's dirt cheap if the vehicle is on your name!

[A4 Lad]

Are the policy holder of the vehicle? Or additional driver? That's dirt cheap if the vehicle is on your name!

Cheap ? If its over 10 months thats £1400 per year or if its over 12 months thats £1680 per year !!!!!! Cheap ?????!!!! Dont think so.

[Zeb]

Cheap ? If its over 10 months thats £1400 per year or if its over 12 months thats £1680 per year !!!!!! Cheap ?????!!!! Dont think so.

True!

The cheapest quote I found was £129 per month = Passat 2.0 TDI Sport!

[A4 Lad]

Wild prices !! Me and my business partner have traders insurance. For 2 people, fully comp to drive ANY car up to a value of £75000 no matter how big the engine is only £1000

[Zeb]

Wild prices !! Me and my business partner have traders insurance. For 2 people, fully comp to drive ANY car up to a value of £75000 no matter how big the engine is only £1000

WoW! That's pretty awesome. Since all the taxes has gone up, so has the insurance :mad:

[brightside]

Cheap ? If its over 10 months thats £1400 per year or if its over 12 months thats £1680 per year !!!!!! Cheap ?????!!!! Dont think so.


exactly.:zx11: Over 12 months, and thats on what you call a family run around car. Pfft. It takes the proverbial... Im sure they just pick out of a hat. I'm tempted to try and get some traders insurance as I have a couple of car's. Only the 'ssat is on the road though..

[g-black]

Only 1 week to go until the wheels are on. Should be here wednesday! Fingers crossed. Coilovers arrived on Wednesday.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/2cb44f01.jpg

This time next week we should have the finished product!

[brightside]

what coilys are they? FK's?

[g-black]

There APs. More people recommended them to me and there ment to last longer, be more comfortable and have amazing build quality.

[brightside]

they do look quality like. Be interested to see how you get on. I'm tempted by a set of JOM coilys, (if i end up going down that road, which i most likely will...) had them on my old car. Excellent ride quality (better than standard!) and excellent price! lol

[kasper]

My 2.0 tdi sport


1
http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/7980/pasek2y.jpg (http://img834.imageshack.us/i/pasek2y.jpg/)



2

http://img577.imageshack.us/img577/5488/63979380.jpg (http://img577.imageshack.us/i/63979380.jpg/)

[paulthefox]

love it stunning colour:beerchug:

paul

[g-black]

Coilovers fitted yesterday.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/c58f5205.jpg

Love them already. Really smooth and comfortable. Etter than standard setup. There's still a good bit to go down but I'll wait till the summer before I decide if I want to go down more. Need to let the springs settle first.

And at long last, after 7 weeks of waiting, the wheels arrived.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ff5f769e.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/5504e3d9.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ccfe9445.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ece7705d.jpg

Think the centres are quite dark so I might put silver caps on and also need to get chrome wheels nuts and lock nuts!

[rapport25]

Looking good G Black. I think the stance is great low and aggressive :approve:.

Not to sure on the wheels sorry :(. Now the Bentleys I loved :D

What rubber are the wheels wearing?

Rappy.

[g-black]

Up front we have 19x8.5 et45 with 225/35/19 Vredisteins and the rears are 19x9.5 et48 with 235/35/19 Vredisteins.

Will admit wheels were alot darking in the flesh than I expected but hey! Buy the time winter is over I might get them painted silver but keep the polished face.

[rapport25]

Up front we have 19x8.5 et45 with 225/35/19 Vredisteins and the rears are 19x9.5 et48 with 235/35/19 Vredisteins.

Will admit wheels were alot darking in the flesh than I expected but hey! Buy the time winter is over I might get them painted silver but keep the polished face.

Sounds like a good idea. Or sell them and put your Bentleys on If you still have them :D

[g-black]

Bentleys are away I'm afraid. Wanted a completely different look this time and I had never seen a set of these before an I had never had a set of black wheels before. Just trying a little bit of everything to see what looks good!

[brightside]

brave man puttin them on when its winter :P
looks good though :)

[paulthefox]

ye have to agree winter tyres judging by the current weather . but nice stance all the same

paul:beerchug:

[Zeb]

I will need to replace my original sport suspension with Eibach kit, by 20 mm. In order for me to put on a set of 19's! How much would they cost?

[g-black]

I will need to replace my original sport suspension with Eibach kit, by 20 mm. In order for me to put on a set of 19's! How much would they cost?

They'll cost you £110 delivered from me if you buy my 3 month old eibach springs!

[Zeb]

They'll cost you £110 delivered from me if you buy my 3 month old eibach springs!

The trouble is Im going to buy a set of BBS LM early next year, possibly in Jan! Apart from the springs do I need to buy anything else?

The rest I will PM you :)

[Zeb]

Coilovers fitted yesterday.



Love them already. Really smooth and comfortable. Etter than standard setup. There's still a good bit to go down but I'll wait till the summer before I decide if I want to go down more. Need to let the springs settle first.

And at long last, after 7 weeks of waiting, the wheels arrived.





http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ccfe9445.jpg
Think the centres are quite dark so I might put silver caps on and also need to get chrome wheels nuts and lock nuts!


The wheels really suit the car, and looks impressive! Well done ;)

[esse_esse]

Coilovers fitted yesterday.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/c58f5205.jpg

Love them already. Really smooth and comfortable. Etter than standard setup. There's still a good bit to go down but I'll wait till the summer before I decide if I want to go down more. Need to let the springs settle first.

And at long last, after 7 weeks of waiting, the wheels arrived.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ff5f769e.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/5504e3d9.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ccfe9445.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ece7705d.jpg

Think the centres are quite dark so I might put silver caps on and also need to get chrome wheels nuts and lock nuts!

Ok now that is .....that is just pure pornography:beerchug: Very nice now I want a passat again

[Zeb]

Good News! I've ordered a set of Eibach springs, they will be in this week :)
Then comes the wheels :D

[Zeb]

Coilovers fitted yesterday.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/c58f5205.jpg

Love them already. Really smooth and comfortable. Etter than standard setup. There's still a good bit to go down but I'll wait till the summer before I decide if I want to go down more. Need to let the springs settle first.

And at long last, after 7 weeks of waiting, the wheels arrived.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ff5f769e.jpg



http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ccfe9445.jpg

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ece7705d.jpg

Think the centres are quite dark so I might put silver caps on and also need to get chrome wheels nuts and lock nuts!

Btw, whats it like with passengers on the back of the seat? Does the car feels fine when going around corners fast and slow?

[g-black]

Slow speeds it's great. Haven't had it with a load of ppl in or had it through a corner hard cause of the snow. Haven't had it out too much and everytime it is the wheels get washed! Haven't had a chance to wax them yet with the cold weather.

Doesn't have any catching or rubbing and I can still get lock to lock. Can't wait till the weather is better so can get the car properly washed and some photos taken. Also want to get silver or chrome centre caps, chrome bolt caps and lock nuts. Also want to paint the hubs black and the callipers dark red or silver.

[brightside]

I keep looking at this pic lol http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ccfe9445.jpg

Love the cheeky camber at the back

[Zeb]

I keep looking at this pic lol http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/Passat/ccfe9445.jpg

Love the cheeky camber at the back

How low have you dropped the car by?

[brightside]

my guess is 50 front 60 rear? or thereabout?

[Zeb]

my guess is 50 front 60 rear? or thereabout?

The reason I asked cause I don't want to drop my car by that much, the guys who ordered the springs and will fit them, said they will lower the car by 20mm. I go on on long journeys, with passengers aboard. Do you think 20mm drop won't cause any harm?

[g-black]

20mm won't do any harm. I had a full car last night and didn't hear any rubbing! Was well impressed! Only thing I've noticed is the tracking is now out a bit and the steering wheels sits down on the right. A car always needs alignment done after any lowering, but I'll wait till the springs settle first.

Yea I'd guess probably lowered about 50mm. Never really measured it.

[Zeb]

20mm won't do any harm. I had a full car last night and didn't hear any rubbing! Was well impressed! Only thing I've noticed is the tracking is now out a bit and the steering wheels sits down on the right. A car always needs alignment done after any lowering, but I'll wait till the springs settle first.

Yea I'd guess probably lowered about 50mm. Never really measured it.

Sorry its not a 20 mm drop, it will be 30 mm drop! I looked at the coilovers and they are slighlty on the expensive side, plus I dont want the car to be slammed.

Heres a few pic of an Estate Passat B6, that are on 30mm Eibach springs:

(Pics are near the end - Grey Passat BBS LM'S)

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?3286615-Passat-Wagon-Owners-Unite!!!!!!!!!%2Fpage8

[g-black]

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?3286615-Passat-Wagon-Owners-Unite!!!!!!!!!%2Fpage8

I want my estate back! :(:( Also want the snow to go away so I can enjoy a nice clean car. What coilovers are you goin for? Coilovers generally just go low and lower!

[rapport25]

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?3286615-Passat-Wagon-Owners-Unite!!!!!!!!!%2Fpage8

I want my estate back! :(:( Also want the snow to go away so I can enjoy a nice clean car. What coilovers are you goin for? Coilovers generally just go low and lower!

Have to say the white one looks amazing!!!!! Imagine the same wheels on a black Pearl :approve::approve::approve:

[esse_esse]

Also want the snow to go away so I can enjoy a nice clean car.


Defo that I hate the stuff and all the other crap that follows along with it..

Snow = dirty car

Snow = Salt

Snow = ***** drivers crashing into you

Snow = sleepless nights worried that some kid will scratch my paint whilst snow fighting:aargh4::aargh4::aargh4::aargh4::aargh4::a argh4:

Rant over I too want a Sat again maybe a nice highline or sport:beerchug:

[rapport25]

Whats wrong with the Civic then?

[esse_esse]

Whats wrong with the Civic then?

Sorry u got that wrong nothing just want a 2nd car

Keep the Civic for summer cos she is HOT and have the sat for winter lmao


Downside is can't afford 2 cars:(

[Zeb]

Heres what my new Eibach springs looks like :)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/50322684@N02/5229471650/in/set-72157625395660333/

[rapport25]

Sorry u got that wrong nothing just want a 2nd car

Keep the Civic for summer cos she is HOT and have the sat for winter lmao


Downside is can't afford 2 cars:(

I see :D. Same here :(

[Zeb]

Just an update:

I am getting my car lowered this week on thursday! So looking forward to that, also the calipers will be painted in red, and will get the front indicators smoked :)

Will upload pics once it's all been done. The wheels are on hold, so going to pay deposit towards that. Hopefully the wheels will be fitted mid Feb or early March :(

[Zeb]

Got my Passat lowered last week, so I thought I will post some pics on here :D

[Zeb]

And more... :)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/50322684@N02/5354953871/in/set-72157625816180540/

Update: Heres the rims I will be getting, I paid the deposit for them wheels so hopefully should be on end of Feb - early March :)
BBS LM's Anthracites:
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e90...ms-e46-m3.html

[A4 Lad]

Looks well Zeb, what size of springs are in her ?
Your link for your wheels just says PAGE NOT FOUND


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk as I cant be ***** turning on my laptop !

[dubvrs]

Added running lights to mine today after finished other jobs at the unit.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010268.jpg

Modified oem light unit.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010266.jpg

Finaly got round to getting the grille to fit and modified induction kit mountings. Votex front spoiler painted a shade darker and re fitted.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010270.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010272.jpg

Stance shot as lowered car a little more.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/Img_0074.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/Img_0072.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/Img_0068.jpg

[esse_esse]

Added running lights to mine today after finished other jobs at the unit.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010268.jpg

Modified oem light unit.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010266.jpg

Finaly got round to getting the grille to fit and modified induction kit mountings. Votex front spoiler painted a shade darker and re fitted.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010270.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/P1010272.jpg

Stance shot as lowered car a little more.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/Img_0074.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/Img_0072.jpg

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r301/dubvrs/Img_0068.jpg

*** that is pornography lmao Me like a lot well done your front ent is now looking more like an R36 very nice:approve:

[Zeb]

Looks well Zeb, what size of springs are in her ?
Your link for your wheels just says PAGE NOT FOUND


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk as I cant be ***** turning on my laptop !

The springs are Eibach, they are 35mm but will go even lower by 40mm :)

Heres the link:

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e90-m3-sedan-e92-m3-coupe-e93-m3-convertible-e46-m3-e36-m3-z4-m-z4-m-coupe/73564-anthracite-gunmetal-charcoal-bbs-lms-e46-m3.html

[Zeb]

More recent pics :)

[Zeb]

more pics

[brightside]

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c166/Rob_ForaFriend/attentionseeker.jpg


I'm looking to lower the front about 30mm

[g-black]

Wheel specs and tyre size please!

[A4 Lad]

Thats seriously not on your bumper is it ?!

[richball65]

Here's my Sport Estate after having the tints done


http://www.flickr.com/photos/60334981@N07/5523863018/in/set-72157626258394726/

Oh and here's some taken at Pipe Werx a couple of weeks ago, not stance pics.....but what the hell !!!!!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/60334981@N07/sets/72157626214769968/



Rich

[brightside]

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c166/Rob_ForaFriend/VW%20Passat/5542983923_b2441bc0df_b.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c166/Rob_ForaFriend/VW%20Passat/5543560356_40f38f2eb3_b.jpg

sure is. Was only persuaded to put on, on Saturday.

[Zeb]

Pics of new rims :)

Please have a look on Flickr for more pics ;)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/50322684@N02/sets/72157626967938225/

Offset: 35
PCD: 120
Tyres: 235/35/19
Fronts: 8.5JX19
Rears: 9.5JX19 Staggered (stretched tyres)


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[g-black]

^^Zeb your PCD is 5x112!

Another photo for the old thread!

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/5500f2a5.jpg

I've borrowed these from a friend. There Vancouver allos found on the new mk6 golfs. 18" with 235/40/18 Tyres with my coilovers up as high as they'll go!

Wheels are also for sale if anyones interested!

[g-black]

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/e545653e.jpg

The latest set of wheels for me, Range Rover Sport alloys. There 19x9 et53 with 16mm adapters and 235/35/19 bridgestones. Hope you like!

[rapport25]

They look great :approve::approve::approve::approve:.

[rapport25]

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/e545653e.jpg

The latest set of wheels for me, Range Rover Sport alloys. There 19x9 et53 with 16mm adapters and 235/35/19 bridgestones. Hope you like!


They look great!!!!:approve::approve::approve::approve::appr ove:

[Zeb]

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/e545653e.jpg

The latest set of wheels for me, Range Rover Sport alloys. There 19x9 et53 with 16mm adapters and 235/35/19 bridgestones. Hope you like!


Love it :) You've done well ;)

[paulthefox]

they look the dogs dangles:You_Rock_:You_Rock_

paul:beerchug:

[rapport25]

The latest set of wheels for me, Range Rover Sport alloys. There 19x9 et53 with 16mm adapters and 235/35/19 bridgestones?

Hi G Black, so you have 16mm spacers fitted? is thst correct?

I wonder how they would look on my sport :biglaugh:.

I guess you have sold the Merc wheels? I love these wheels better than the Bentleys :approve:

[g-black]

Still have the merc wheels. Was able to keep them for now but might sell them soon. See what feedback I get from these first.

The adapters were custom made and yes there 16mm thick. Look like this.

http://i626.photobucket.com/albums/tt349/gblackb6/0893797a.jpg

The studs are 5x120 and the same thread as a range rover hub, so with range rover bolts it's like fitting them straight on!

[rapport25]

Great!!! I wonder what they would look like on my sport :Blush2:

In order of your wheels so far:

1st place range rover wheels
2nd place bentley wheels
3rd place Merc wheels.

I loved your Bentleys and I think they suited your estate. I think the range rover wheels look great on yours. Hence I WANT!!!! :biglaugh:

[g-black]

I would say they would look good! They are lots of different styles of range rover wheels as they change the style every year. And there really cheap. Now that I have the adapters I've got loads of choice of what to fit next! These wheels were £200 delivered!

[rapport25]

How much were the adaptors? Without I guess you would have the wheels catching on the calipers etc....

£200 is a bargain!!! How much did the tyres cost?

[g-black]

I bought 2 continentals and 2 bridgestones part worn for £180 fitted and balanced. Adapters were £235, rangy bolts were £50 and I got the lips polished for £40!

Adapters were essential for the PCD change. But clearance round the brakes is great. Round the arch it's not so much.