Gen 2 Tiguan Wheels Thread

[INASNT]

Just ordered a 162 highline with all the options in white, get it in 4 weeks time.

I am thinking about either painting/Plasti Dip/Powder Coating the rims black.

Have not see any pics on the net of the 20's in black.

Can someone do a photoshop for me.

[Dutch77]

Just ordered a 162 highline with all the options in white, get it in 4 weeks time.

I am thinking about either painting/Plasti Dip/Powder Coating the rims black.

Have not see any pics on the net of the 20's in black.

Can someone do a photoshop for me.

I'd possibly try a plasti-dip first.. but I'm probably biased, as I think the Suzukas are pretty average in standard finish, and will just get worse in a black finish.. which might explain why no one else has tried it?

Actually do it and prove me wrong, maybe not seeing the Suzuka will improve it.

I think some other OEM wheels would respond better - but I don't believe they're offered here? (eg. Miramar, whatever the twin five spoke was a page or two back in this thread etc.)

Don't powder coat - it's not a recommended process on alloy wheels (regardless of what powder coaters will do).

[Dutch77]

A few more Tig wheel shots..

[LaNOS]

Gen 2 Tiguan Wheels Thread

Hi Guys, I currently own the 162 TSI R-Line with the 20inch Rims. I often go camping + intend on going on a snow trip in August this year from Northern NSW to Jindabyne.

I couldn't find any definite information on this anywhere in this thread, what i'd like to know is whether i can buy a set of smaller OEM rims and run All Terrains. Will the smaller rims clear the brakes and therefore would this be possible?

Also i'd do my best to keep the rolling diameter the same, will there be any issues with the speedometer potentially?

Cheers!

I assume with the 20inch R-Line Rims that snow chains would pose an issue otherwise?

[tigger73]

Hi Guys, I currently own the 162 TSI R-Line with the 20inch Rims. I often go camping + intend on going on a snow trip in August this year from Northern NSW to Jindabyne.

I couldn't find any definite information on this anywhere in this thread, what i'd like to know is whether i can buy a set of smaller OEM rims and run All Terrains. Will the smaller rims clear the brakes and therefore would this be possible?

Yes you can buy a smaller rim with a higher profile all terrain tyre - Bridgestone Dueler or similar. Standard wheel on the 132TSI is a 17x7 with 215/65 R17. In the Dueler you'd be looking at 225/65 R17 as they don't make the tyre in 215 width.

The brakes on the 162TSI and 140TDI are the same as on the 132TSI - 340mm front / 300mm rear. Only the 110TSI/TDI have smaller front brakes -312mm. You shouldn't have a problem fitting any of the stock wheels.

Also i'd do my best to keep the rolling diameter the same, will there be any issues with the speedometer potentially?

No problems with the speedo. Just keep close to the stock sizes and you'll be fine. If anything I'd err on the side of going slightly larger as the speedo typically over-reads by a bit and this will have the effect of correcting the speedo error.

I assume with the 20inch R-Line Rims that snow chains would pose an issue otherwise?

Some people have looked at snow chains already with the 162TSI: No going to the snow in a 162TSI

[LaNOS]

Thank you so much!

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[cameleon72]

Let me know if you are interested f you need I have for sale Brand new unused Tiguan factory Tulsa 17 wheels set with brand new Pirelli Scorpion Verde tyres for sale , removed same day we get home back from Dealer ,will be perfect for your need if you want to use snow chains etc....

[INASNT]

Not a wheel mod as such, but this would look pretty effective with some decent rims on it.

It's a pity the rear glass doesn't line up with the wrap - I'm assuming the body line is slightly higher there?

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Did you remove the roof rails for the roof wrap?

[tigger73]

Did you remove the roof rails for the roof wrap?

This isn’t Dutchs car. This Tig lives in Sweden.... [emoji6]


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[162Tig]

Hi, we are about to take delivery of our Tig. does anyone have any tips for rim protection i.e. gutter grazes etc? don't wanna scratch them big hoops

[INASNT]

This isn’t Dutchs car. This Tig lives in Sweden.... [emoji6]


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With the large side walls it will be hard to scratch them, unless you really try.

I have driven over some curvers while parking by accident a few times and no damage, would have scratched rims on other cars I had doing the same thing.

[INASNT]

Tiguan by Galpin in the US:

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Can someone do a photoshop of the Rline 20's in black on a white TIG

[tigger73]

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[vnhon2]

Would anyone have any 20" OEM wheels for sale in QLD?

I would be interested in purchasing!!

Thanks

[anonymousmoose]

Just curious if anyone's put some proper off-road wheels on their Tiguan and taken it bush?