If a 6" wide wheel measures 4.75 inches from the backing plate to the wheel edge, does that equate to a 44 ET? (center is 3" in, 4.75 - 3 = 1.75 offset converted to mm = 44). thanks
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If a 6" wide wheel measures 4.75 inches from the backing plate to the wheel edge, does that equate to a 44 ET? (center is 3" in, 4.75 - 3 = 1.75 offset converted to mm = 44). thanks
No... sounds like you're trying to mix two measurement methods. "Backspace" measurements use the innermost edge of the rim flange as a starting point. "Offset" measurements use the bead seats as the reference point... a 44mm offset wheel puts the mounting surface of the wheel 44 mm from the center of the 6 inch width, and that 6 inch width is between the bead seats, not the overall outside width of the wheel.Quote:
If a 6" wide wheel measures 4.75 inches from the backing plate to the wheel edge, does that equate to a 44 ET?[/b]
Most wheels have ET stamped on them somewhere as well.
And if you're talking about stock VW 14x6 wheels, I'm pretty sure they're ET38.
38 for A1, A2 cars. 44 or 45 for A3 cars.
Really? I could have sworn those old 5-spoke A3 8v wheels were ET38. I would not be surprised to find a 6.5" wheel w/ ET 44 or 45 though.Quote:
38 for A1, A2 cars. 44 or 45 for A3 cars.
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The 5 spokes off the A3 Jetta GT were mid 40s. I have a set out on loan somewhere, I'll double check.
The 7 spokes are my rollers, I will check them to be sure also.