My new wheels for my polo :)

[llai8501]

Hi everyone,

Just an update. So i ended up going with the 215/35 tyres, they only had Kumho KU39's which were $50 cheaper than the Nitto Invo's i got, so they happily refunded me the money. They said they made a mistake and have not fitted many Polo's. They were honest which i appreciate.

They also responded promptly on Sunday when the shop is closed via their Facebook page and their separate Facebook profile.

I took some photos and added a few effects onto them using Camera+ on my iPhone, turned out quite nicely.

The ride is slightly bumpier than it used to be with the stock wheels but overall i'm very happy with the look of them, and of course $200 back doesn't hurt.

Thank you everyone for your help.

[llai8501]

anyone know since i've changed the rims and tyres if the tyre pressure listed on the fuel flaps still apply?

Or will it change now?

I've been reading up on google but find nothing specific to the Kumho 215/35 R18.

Reading this:
Tyre pressure tips

Seems its important to have the correct setting.

[Diesel_vert]

anyone know since i've changed the rims and tyres if the tyre pressure listed on the fuel flaps still apply?

Or will it change now?

I've been reading up on google but find nothing specific to the Kumho 215/35 R18.

Reading this:
Tyre pressure tips

Seems its important to have the correct setting.

I'd leave it as is - which is to say, 270 kPa (39 psi) for the front tyres & 250 kPa (36 psi) for the rear tyres (or whatever the sticker states).

You can further increase the inflation pressures if you wish, but I do not recommend going below what the sticker states.


The figures listed on the sticker are for "cold" tyres (i.e. tyres that are have been stationary for some time and at ambient temperature).

If inflating the tyres while they're warm, you should add an extra 2-4 psi to compensate, depending on how long they've been driven on.

[llai8501]

Thanks!

Kumho Tyres replied my email!

Hi Lawrence

Thank you for purchasing Kumho Tyres and your enquiry.

I would recommend running between 38 – 40 PSI in these tyres.

More than likely the Car Manual will suggest lower but to get the best performance and handling you should run higher pressures. Lower pressures will give a softer ride.

Once you have your tyres at pressures you want to run them you can check the wear patterns on the tyres, if they are wearing on the shoulders (Outside) of the tyres it means you don’t have enough pressure if they start to wear on the middle of the tyre you will have too much pressure.

Good luck, Air pressures can be a matter of personal choice as some people want a softer ride while others prefer better performance.

Regards
David Hicks
State Manager NSW

[GTI JOE]

Yep, running 215/40/17 with 40psi

[steveyoshi]

I think 38 is a bit high really but with 35 profile tyres I would start there.

I know I read somewhere that 34 is ideal for a standard Polo GTI, in regards to traction. So I suppose 36 would be were the standards would be.

I don't think tyre pressure makes much difference to wheel damage on a 40 or less profile.

[steveyoshi]

Hi everyone,

Just an update. So i ended up going with the 215/35 tyres, they only had Kumho KU39's which were $50 cheaper than the Nitto Invo's i got, so they happily refunded me the money. They said they made a mistake and have not fitted many Polo's. They were honest which i appreciate.

They also responded promptly on Sunday when the shop is closed via their Facebook page and their separate Facebook profile.

I took some photos and added a few effects onto them using Camera+ on my iPhone, turned out quite nicely.

The ride is slightly bumpier than it used to be with the stock wheels but overall i'm very happy with the look of them, and of course $200 back doesn't hurt.

Thank you everyone for your help.

Can you post some less artistic pictures of the wheels and tyres please... one as a whole car too?
Looks good but it is a bit hard to tell to be honest.

[MrDeathLad]

also, post here >>> 6r aftermarket wheel thread of goodness and envy (and to some extent ride height as well)

its a good resource to have... but needs more wheels/heights (i think mainly wheels as heights can be much the same unless on coil-overs)

[Diesel_vert]

I think 38 is a bit high really but with 35 profile tyres I would start there.

I know I read somewhere that 34 is ideal for a standard Polo GTI, in regards to traction. So I suppose 36 would be were the standards would be.

I don't think tyre pressure makes much difference to wheel damage on a 40 or less profile.

The car has been fitted with tyres that have a lesser load index than the original tyres, which means a reduction in the tyre's load capacity.

In this situation, further reducing the inflation pressure than what is already stated on the sticker runs the risk of overloading the tyres - especially those on the front axle (in a FWD car).

Due to the diminished margin of safety, I would not recommend going below the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations while the car is driven on public roads.


On a race track? Go nuts - experiment to your heart's content.

[car_nut]

Does anyone know where I could buy these wheels??
all I know is 8x18 (customs) ZW6 prestige RH horn high-grade steel polished VA: ET-35 HA: ET-30

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I have just emailed (in pigeon German) the German owner, Peter (com943), but it seems he is no longer active in the forum -
Polo 6R Team von com943 - polo9N.info

[car_nut]

Just found them in 17s. Not cheap, as expected.
Tunershop - Wheels - 17 inches - RH ZW6 Prestige - tuning - light alloy wheels - coilovers - spacers - tyres

[bradsm87]

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you have purchased an incorrect tyre size for an 18inch rim on the Polo. Needs to be a 35 series tyre not a 40.

Beat me to it

Edit: LOL didn't realise how old and long this thread already is HAHA. Oh well, 1 post closer to being able to put items up for sale.

[llai8501]

My new wheels for my polo

Beat me to it

Edit: LOL didn't realise how old and long this thread already is HAHA. Oh well, 1 post closer to being able to put items up for sale.

lol I wondered why my old thread was revived!

[bradsm87]

It wasn't me that revived it (wohoo 10 posts)