Hi all, sorry if I am repeating a question, but can anyone tell me where I can buy a body kit for the SC430 in the UK??
I see there are loads of sites in the USA. I am thinking about importing a kit. But I want to avoid the hassles of perhaps damage in transit etc etc...
I quite like the WALD kit .. any pointers please??
Thanks
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QUOTE(Michael Tang @ May 14 2007, 09:08 PM) [snapback]437908[/snapback]
Hi all, sorry if I am repeating a question, but can anyone tell me where I can buy a body kit for the SC430 in the UK??
I see there are loads of sites in the USA. I am thinking about importing a kit. But I want to avoid the hassles of perhaps damage in transit etc etc...
I quite like the WALD kit .. any pointers please??
Thanks
I see there are loads of sites in the USA. I am thinking about importing a kit. But I want to avoid the hassles of perhaps damage in transit etc etc...
I quite like the WALD kit .. any pointers please??
Thanks
I got my Wald kit supplied and fitted in south london, dosent help you much being up the other end though.
How kuch was the kit supplied and fitted in London??
Is it perfect fit?? with no gaps or flaws??
How is the ride and handling as well as comfort with 20" wheels??
Thanks
Is it perfect fit?? with no gaps or flaws??
How is the ride and handling as well as comfort with 20" wheels??
Thanks
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ Mar 13 2008, 08:48 PM) 
How kuch was the kit supplied and fitted in London??
Is it perfect fit?? with no gaps or flaws??
How is the ride and handling as well as comfort with 20" wheels??
Thanks
Is it perfect fit?? with no gaps or flaws??
How is the ride and handling as well as comfort with 20" wheels??
Thanks
The kit is a perfect fit, it looks moulded even though its not.
On 20" with real tires it rides much better then runflats. TBH I even find its a nicer ride then my Range Rover.
Thanks for the info once again.
irealised there was a typo in the previous post...
How much was the kit supplied and fitted?
Did you lower the car after fitting the 20" rims?? whatsize of tyres did you use??
thanks
irealised there was a typo in the previous post...
How much was the kit supplied and fitted?
Did you lower the car after fitting the 20" rims?? whatsize of tyres did you use??
thanks
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ Mar 15 2008, 11:00 PM)
Thanks for the info once again.
irealised there was a typo in the previous post...
How much was the kit supplied and fitted?
Did you lower the car after fitting the 20" rims?? whatsize of tyres did you use??
thanks
irealised there was a typo in the previous post...
How much was the kit supplied and fitted?
Did you lower the car after fitting the 20" rims?? whatsize of tyres did you use??
thanks
Was about 3 years back I bought the kit ... I think I paid about £2250 supplied and fitted. But im sure prices went up shortly after I bought mine.
Ive got the car lowered on Tein CS coilovers but I will be getting it dropped some more next month when I go back to TDI for some more work, they forgot to give me the adjustment tools.
Im running 245/35/20 all round at the mo. But im also getting some staggered Sevas wheels next week 245/35/20 front and 285/30/20 rear.
BTW you should be able to get a Toms kit from prolex here which is a very nice kit as well.
http://prolex-uk.com/
http://prolex-uk.com/
Aquanuke,
Have you got your new 20" rims on yet?? I am in the process of buying 20" rims and want the same set-up of 245/35 up front and 285/30 at the rear. But many alloy wheel stores are unsure if they will fit the SC430 and unsure on offset.
With your car lowered, I am assuming you have made modifications to the wheel arches to allow the above staggered fitment??
I would really appreciate any pointers!!!
Cheers in advance!!!
Have you got your new 20" rims on yet?? I am in the process of buying 20" rims and want the same set-up of 245/35 up front and 285/30 at the rear. But many alloy wheel stores are unsure if they will fit the SC430 and unsure on offset.
With your car lowered, I am assuming you have made modifications to the wheel arches to allow the above staggered fitment??
I would really appreciate any pointers!!!
Cheers in advance!!!
You wont need to modify the arches unless you want it to be really aggressive like 11" wide on the back, although I would avoid rolling the arches as the plastic trim would need modifying as well. If you did want to go that way then maybe consider buying some wider arches like the Levante http://www.levante-aero.jp/aero_parts/rear_fender/index.html
You will get 20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear without modifying the arches although it will depend how low the car is so you would want coilovers really so you can adjust it for minimum rubbing. Although a little rubbing wont hurt, should just wear through the liner and be ok.
Not all wheel manufacturers will make wheels to any offset and then its also questionable if they do if it will be precise, Ive heard of variations from company to company. IMO an aggressive offset for the above size would be +25 front and +33 rear. Having +25 on the front should help reduce rubbing as im currently rubbing on a +33 front. Although I might be able to eliminate that using different make tires.
It is very trial and error if your trying to get as flush as possible. Your best bet is to work with a company that has made wheels for our cars before and personally I do not think any UK places are going to be of any help.
There is a good guide here , scroll down halfway for the SC430
http://www.lgwnorcal.net/articles/wheelfitment.html
You will get 20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear without modifying the arches although it will depend how low the car is so you would want coilovers really so you can adjust it for minimum rubbing. Although a little rubbing wont hurt, should just wear through the liner and be ok.
Not all wheel manufacturers will make wheels to any offset and then its also questionable if they do if it will be precise, Ive heard of variations from company to company. IMO an aggressive offset for the above size would be +25 front and +33 rear. Having +25 on the front should help reduce rubbing as im currently rubbing on a +33 front. Although I might be able to eliminate that using different make tires.
It is very trial and error if your trying to get as flush as possible. Your best bet is to work with a company that has made wheels for our cars before and personally I do not think any UK places are going to be of any help.
There is a good guide here , scroll down halfway for the SC430
http://www.lgwnorcal.net/articles/wheelfitment.html
Sorry for the delayed reply, but thanks once again for the informative answers you provide to my questions.
Been phoning over the past few days looking to get a set of 20's. Really excited!!!
Cheers
Been phoning over the past few days looking to get a set of 20's. Really excited!!!
Cheers
QUOTE(aquanuke @ Mar 30 2008, 03:58 PM)
You wont need to modify the arches unless you want it to be really aggressive like 11" wide on the back, although I would avoid rolling the arches as the plastic trim would need modifying as well. If you did want to go that way then maybe consider buying some wider arches like the Levante http://www.levante-aero.jp/aero_parts/rear_fender/index.html
You will get 20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear without modifying the arches although it will depend how low the car is so you would want coilovers really so you can adjust it for minimum rubbing. Although a little rubbing wont hurt, should just wear through the liner and be ok.
Not all wheel manufacturers will make wheels to any offset and then its also questionable if they do if it will be precise, Ive heard of variations from company to company. IMO an aggressive offset for the above size would be +25 front and +33 rear. Having +25 on the front should help reduce rubbing as im currently rubbing on a +33 front. Although I might be able to eliminate that using different make tires.
It is very trial and error if your trying to get as flush as possible. Your best bet is to work with a company that has made wheels for our cars before and personally I do not think any UK places are going to be of any help.
There is a good guide here , scroll down halfway for the SC430
http://www.lgwnorcal.net/articles/wheelfitment.html
You will get 20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear without modifying the arches although it will depend how low the car is so you would want coilovers really so you can adjust it for minimum rubbing. Although a little rubbing wont hurt, should just wear through the liner and be ok.
Not all wheel manufacturers will make wheels to any offset and then its also questionable if they do if it will be precise, Ive heard of variations from company to company. IMO an aggressive offset for the above size would be +25 front and +33 rear. Having +25 on the front should help reduce rubbing as im currently rubbing on a +33 front. Although I might be able to eliminate that using different make tires.
It is very trial and error if your trying to get as flush as possible. Your best bet is to work with a company that has made wheels for our cars before and personally I do not think any UK places are going to be of any help.
There is a good guide here , scroll down halfway for the SC430
http://www.lgwnorcal.net/articles/wheelfitment.html
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ May 4 2008, 10:34 PM)
Sorry for the delayed reply, but thanks once again for the informative answers you provide to my questions.
Been phoning over the past few days looking to get a set of 20's. Really excited!!!
Cheers
Been phoning over the past few days looking to get a set of 20's. Really excited!!!
Cheers
Nice show us the pics when you get them
I read Rominl's guide. It was excellent.
I want someone to help clarify something. I spoke to an alloy wheel dealer a couple of days ago and he said the SC430 has big stock calipers and a low offset such as +18 may catch the calipers.
According to Rominl the 8.5x20 wheel should have an offset of +18. You suggested +25. What is better / a safer option to avoid rubbing?? And what looks better??
If I understand "offset" correctly, then the +18 should look slightly better as the spokes of the wheel will seem to splay outwards. Whereas a higher offset +45 (stock wheels) make the wheel look really flat! Is that right???
I thought I understood it all......now I am slightly confused again!!!
please help.
I want someone to help clarify something. I spoke to an alloy wheel dealer a couple of days ago and he said the SC430 has big stock calipers and a low offset such as +18 may catch the calipers.
According to Rominl the 8.5x20 wheel should have an offset of +18. You suggested +25. What is better / a safer option to avoid rubbing?? And what looks better??
If I understand "offset" correctly, then the +18 should look slightly better as the spokes of the wheel will seem to splay outwards. Whereas a higher offset +45 (stock wheels) make the wheel look really flat! Is that right???
I thought I understood it all......now I am slightly confused again!!!
please help.
QUOTE(aquanuke @ Mar 30 2008, 03:58 PM)
You wont need to modify the arches unless you want it to be really aggressive like 11" wide on the back, although I would avoid rolling the arches as the plastic trim would need modifying as well. If you did want to go that way then maybe consider buying some wider arches like the Levante http://www.levante-aero.jp/aero_parts/rear_fender/index.html
You will get 20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear without modifying the arches although it will depend how low the car is so you would want coilovers really so you can adjust it for minimum rubbing. Although a little rubbing wont hurt, should just wear through the liner and be ok.
Not all wheel manufacturers will make wheels to any offset and then its also questionable if they do if it will be precise, Ive heard of variations from company to company. IMO an aggressive offset for the above size would be +25 front and +33 rear. Having +25 on the front should help reduce rubbing as im currently rubbing on a +33 front. Although I might be able to eliminate that using different make tires.
It is very trial and error if your trying to get as flush as possible. Your best bet is to work with a company that has made wheels for our cars before and personally I do not think any UK places are going to be of any help.
There is a good guide here , scroll down halfway for the SC430
http://www.lgwnorcal.net/articles/wheelfitment.html
You will get 20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear without modifying the arches although it will depend how low the car is so you would want coilovers really so you can adjust it for minimum rubbing. Although a little rubbing wont hurt, should just wear through the liner and be ok.
Not all wheel manufacturers will make wheels to any offset and then its also questionable if they do if it will be precise, Ive heard of variations from company to company. IMO an aggressive offset for the above size would be +25 front and +33 rear. Having +25 on the front should help reduce rubbing as im currently rubbing on a +33 front. Although I might be able to eliminate that using different make tires.
It is very trial and error if your trying to get as flush as possible. Your best bet is to work with a company that has made wheels for our cars before and personally I do not think any UK places are going to be of any help.
There is a good guide here , scroll down halfway for the SC430
http://www.lgwnorcal.net/articles/wheelfitment.html
I would consider +18 and +25 to both be low offsets. The offsets are going to affect how the spokes look but will vary from each due to their design. I would more look at offsets as the higher the more inwards the wheel would be and the lower the more the rim will be outwards to the wing of the car.
As for the caliper clearance that would be more to do with having high disk or low disk wheels although I think you would only need to worry if you had a big brake kit. I would guess low disk would clear the stock calipers fine.
Rubbing will more of an issue if you go wider, if your going with 8.5 all round then you will be fine as thats very conservative.
As for the caliper clearance that would be more to do with having high disk or low disk wheels although I think you would only need to worry if you had a big brake kit. I would guess low disk would clear the stock calipers fine.
Rubbing will more of an issue if you go wider, if your going with 8.5 all round then you will be fine as thats very conservative.
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ Mar 30 2008, 02:34 AM)
Aquanuke,
Have you got your new 20" rims on yet?? I am in the process of buying 20" rims and want the same set-up of 245/35 up front and 285/30 at the rear. But many alloy wheel stores are unsure if they will fit the SC430 and unsure on offset.
With your car lowered, I am assuming you have made modifications to the wheel arches to allow the above staggered fitment??
I would really appreciate any pointers!!!
Cheers in advance!!!
Have you got your new 20" rims on yet?? I am in the process of buying 20" rims and want the same set-up of 245/35 up front and 285/30 at the rear. But many alloy wheel stores are unsure if they will fit the SC430 and unsure on offset.
With your car lowered, I am assuming you have made modifications to the wheel arches to allow the above staggered fitment??
I would really appreciate any pointers!!!
Cheers in advance!!!
I never bought the Sevas ones after all.
I ordered the Aicona ALC 35 http://www.aiconawheels.com/alc35.htm
20x9 +34 front and 20x10.5 +27 rear I went with their recommendation of what they considered the best offset for those wheels.
Will probs be another week before I receive them
aquanuke
Those wheels will look great, nice big dish.
Are you having the black or chrome?
Your R WEAPON do you find this a very good filter?
Did you need to mod to fit into your bay?
Ian
Those wheels will look great, nice big dish.
Are you having the black or chrome?
Your R WEAPON do you find this a very good filter?
Did you need to mod to fit into your bay?
Ian
QUOTE(inicol63 @ May 5 2008, 08:27 AM)
aquanuke
Those wheels will look great, nice big dish.
Are you having the black or chrome?
Your R WEAPON do you find this a very good filter?
Did you need to mod to fit into your bay?
Ian
Those wheels will look great, nice big dish.
Are you having the black or chrome?
Your R WEAPON do you find this a very good filter?
Did you need to mod to fit into your bay?
Ian
Cheers should have a 4 1/2 " lip on the rear wheels
I went with the polished silver with black accents and chrome lip.Ive not had any problems with mine and its seems ok build etc, so no complaints and its been on for a number of years. But Ive heard that the Inkjen one is better. No mods required.
aquanuke
Thanks for the reply.
Wheels sound great i bet your checking the post daily.
The inkjen where are they based as i never heard of them.
Done a google search and came up blank..
Should that be injen
Thanks for the reply.
Wheels sound great i bet your checking the post daily.
The inkjen where are they based as i never heard of them.
Done a google search and came up blank..
Should that be injen
QUOTE(inicol63 @ May 5 2008, 08:01 PM)
aquanuke
Thanks for the reply.
Wheels sound great i bet your checking the post daily.
The inkjen where are they based as i never heard of them.
Done a google search and came up blank..
Should that be injen
Thanks for the reply.
Wheels sound great i bet your checking the post daily.
The inkjen where are they based as i never heard of them.
Done a google search and came up blank..
Should that be injen
Sorry yep typo
http://www.injen.com
Thanks found it sounds good is there any suppiers in the UK?
QUOTE(inicol63 @ May 5 2008, 08:20 PM)
Thanks found it sounds good is there any suppiers in the UK?
Try http://jdmperformance.co.uk
QUOTE(aquanuke @ May 5 2008, 12:47 AM)
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ Mar 30 2008, 02:34 AM)
Aquanuke,
Have you got your new 20" rims on yet?? I am in the process of buying 20" rims and want the same set-up of 245/35 up front and 285/30 at the rear. But many alloy wheel stores are unsure if they will fit the SC430 and unsure on offset.
With your car lowered, I am assuming you have made modifications to the wheel arches to allow the above staggered fitment??
I would really appreciate any pointers!!!
Cheers in advance!!!
Have you got your new 20" rims on yet?? I am in the process of buying 20" rims and want the same set-up of 245/35 up front and 285/30 at the rear. But many alloy wheel stores are unsure if they will fit the SC430 and unsure on offset.
With your car lowered, I am assuming you have made modifications to the wheel arches to allow the above staggered fitment??
I would really appreciate any pointers!!!
Cheers in advance!!!
I never bought the Sevas ones after all.
I ordered the Aicona ALC 35 http://www.aiconawheels.com/alc35.htm
20x9 +34 front and 20x10.5 +27 rear I went with their recommendation of what they considered the best offset for those wheels.
Will probs be another week before I receive them
How much did- you -pay for the aicona wheels?? ( if u don't mind me asking)
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ May 7 2008, 10:11 PM)
How much did- you -pay for the aicona wheels?? ( if u don't mind me asking)
I think I got a pretty good deal, was $4850. Including shipping, I figure shipping alone is around $1000.
Also a UK dealer quoted me £4500 for the same wheels.
I don't know how much the duty will be, but my wheels have been at Heathrow for the last 4 days
Thats was from http://www.wheelexecutives.com/ speak to Joseph and he will do you a great deal, has no problem shipping to the UK and can do you pretty much any offset/size depending on wheel.
I have set my eyes on a set of Giovanni Dalar wheels. Probably import them from america as it works out a lot cheaper.
QUOTE(aquanuke @ May 7 2008, 10:44 PM)
QUOTE(Michael Tang @ May 7 2008, 10:11 PM)
How much did- you -pay for the aicona wheels?? ( if u don't mind me asking)
I think I got a pretty good deal, was $4850. Including shipping, I figure shipping alone is around $1000.
Also a UK dealer quoted me £4500 for the same wheels.
I don't know how much the duty will be, but my wheels have been at Heathrow for the last 4 days
Thats was from http://www.wheelexecutives.com/ speak to Joseph and he will do you a great deal, has no problem shipping to the UK and can do you pretty much any offset/size depending on wheel.
Got them today very nice chuffed
Tax worked out at £306 so a very happy bunny, saved a fortune. Getting them mounted on Thursday.
Tax worked out at £306 so a very happy bunny, saved a fortune. Getting them mounted on Thursday.
Those wheels will look the nuts...
Another great addition to your car mate....
Ian
Another great addition to your car mate....
Ian
Those look stunning, can't wait to see them on the car!
very bling 
Michael i found this WALD SC430 BODY KIT.
The kit is priced at $2000 around £1000 plus shipping i think this is great value.
http://l-tunedparts.com/product/?id=705
Hope you find this useful
Ian
The kit is priced at $2000 around £1000 plus shipping i think this is great value.
http://l-tunedparts.com/product/?id=705
Hope you find this useful
Ian
Although l-tunedparts are very good on price they expect you to jump through hoops for payment from overseas customers wiring money through a bank. I gave up when the Barclays staff just stared blankly at me with a look of wft you want me to do 
Although you might have more success then me!
Although you might have more success then me!
Got them fitted today, couple of snaps got a bit dark and car was filthy
WOW
Your new wheels are great they finish your car off.
So what next.......
Your new wheels are great they finish your car off.
So what next.......
QUOTE(inicol63 @ May 29 2008, 04:48 PM)
WOW
Your new wheels are great they finish your car off.
So what next.......
Your new wheels are great they finish your car off.
So what next.......
Thanks nothing major planned. Will get the car fully detailed shortly. Possible the Behrman rear spoiler and roof spoiler.
Im pretty much finished.
(unless someone offers me a supercharger real cheap)
Serious bling bordering on Gangsta!
QUOTE(paul_k @ May 31 2008, 05:38 PM)
Serious bling bordering on Gangsta!
Got my SC lower with Eibach springs yesterday!! Handling has improved dramatically!!! Although the guy who fitted the springs did say my wheel alignment was off by quite a bit aswell, so the combination of the springs and wheel alignment means that the car now corners very well compared to stock!
The Eibach springs lowers the car by 20mm up front and 30mm at the rear. Its subtle, but I do notice a difference. Makes the car slightly more aggressive.
I didn;t go for the Giovanni Dalars. I in fact ordered the Gianelle Qatar rims. I should have got them a week ago but has been delayed due to customs. I should get them Tuesday or Wednesday this week. It wont be till Saturday though before I get them mounted!!! wahey!
£1000 sounds good for a kit. Shipping wont be cheap though... but I think I will contact them to see what the total cost might be!! thanks
hope to post photos soon! thanks guys
I disconnected the tyre sensors today... so once again, Ian, thanks for the detailed instructions on the procedure!
QUOTE(aquanuke @ May 20 2008, 12:18 AM)
Forget the wheels i'd prefer the drum kit
QUOTE(Scorps01 @ Jun 1 2008, 02:17 PM)
Forget the wheels i'd prefer the drum kit
Hahaha cheers thats my Roland TD20 electronic conversion on my Pearl masters MMX kit
wow! 
Here are some photos of the car lowered with Eibach springs and 20 Gianelle wheels
Lowered: 20mm front and 30mm rear.
20" Gianelle Qatar rims. 8.5x20 front , 10x20 rear. Offset 35 front and rear. No rubbing at all.
Tyres Goodyear Eagle F1. 245/35 front. 285/30 rear.
Hope the photos work... I have never put photos on a forum before.
Thanks for all the help from you guys!!!!
Lowered: 20mm front and 30mm rear.
20" Gianelle Qatar rims. 8.5x20 front , 10x20 rear. Offset 35 front and rear. No rubbing at all.
Tyres Goodyear Eagle F1. 245/35 front. 285/30 rear.
Hope the photos work... I have never put photos on a forum before.
Thanks for all the help from you guys!!!!
Cars sitting well their Michael does seem much lower than standard.
How much was the lowering struts?
Glad it has also improved the road holding and handling.
What size wheels are they?
IAN
How much was the lowering struts?
Glad it has also improved the road holding and handling.
What size wheels are they?
IAN
QUOTE(inicol63 @ Jun 7 2008, 05:58 PM)
Cars sitting well their Michael does seem much lower than standard.
How much was the lowering struts?
Glad it has also improved the road holding and handling.
What size wheels are they?
IAN
How much was the lowering struts?
Glad it has also improved the road holding and handling.
What size wheels are they?
IAN
The Eibach springs were about £180. They are not on the official Eiback UK catalogue. I phoned lots of stores and everyone said no manufacturers make lowering springs for the SC. But when I phoned Eibach UK directly... they told me they do sell them!! strange!!
The wheels are 20". 8.5" wide up front and 10" wide at the rear.
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