Show Us Your Wheels - 22"

[phunkfarm]

Members, show us your Audi sporting 22" fitments. The 7 series certainly has the body size worthy of a wheel this big as Audi has decided for the '20 + Oem option.

[fromwrxto330ci]

22 < 26! 😄

[A6sport]

Members, show us your Audi sporting 22" fitments. The 7 series certainly has the body size worthy of a wheel this big as Audi has decided for the '20 + Oem option.

Are you related to Shuga?

[phunkfarm]

Whats with the racist shit?

As I said the 7 body is huge. 22"s on a large sedan isn't even rare from oem anymore. Stop the dated stereotypes.

Something wrong with this look?
http://s1380.photobucket.com/user/gm...32yme.jpg.html

21" are fine but 22" are only OK when Audi says so?

If you like 20"s then stay with your 20"s. Stop being that guy.

[Audisthesia]

/grabs the popcorn

[widebodyfx]

The 2021 RS6 and 7 are big vehicles with flared arches, those 2 vehicles have nothing to do with the C7. The 2020 S8 (certainly the biggest sedan in the Audi fleet) does not have a 22" option so the logic of Audi doing bigger and bigger wheels on new gen is illogical.

[MTV10]

Wouldn't go any bigger than 21'' on this platform

[phunkfarm]

The 2021 RS6 and 7 are big vehicles with flared arches, those 2 vehicles have nothing to do with the C7. The 2020 S8 (certainly the biggest sedan in the Audi fleet) does not have a 22" option so the logic of Audi doing bigger and bigger wheels on new gen is illogical.

Not quite sure why you jumped to the S8 to make this point when clearly I said 7 series which indeed has the oem 22" option as I indicated. By the way doesn't the RSQ8 even offer a massive new 23" option? I respectfully disagree with you that Audi is not trending towards bigger wheels. 2021 alone introduced plus one on both these models I mentioned over any previous model ever offered.

And since when has doing a plus one on a big car been controversial, let alone being equated to a 26" overkill? I get everyone has their own preference but my issue is how possibly a 22" fitment being considered a "ghetto" of an option for many reasons. When the M3 offered oem 18 and 19" options, no one teared up when people opted to use 20" HRE's and BBS's as standard aftermarket upgrades. My RS7 weighs 4500 lbs and uses an XXXL sized car cover. Taking a look at plus one options doesn't scare me.

[phunkfarm]

Wouldn't go any bigger than 21'' on this platform

Opinion respected.

[widebodyfx]

Not quite sure why you jumped to the S8 to make this point when clearly I said 7 series which indeed has an oem 22" option. By the way doesn't the RSQ8 even offer a massive new 23" option? I absolutely disagree with you that Audi is not trending towards bigger wheels. Audi disagrees as well as 2020 alone introduced these new larger options, previously noted. And since when has doing a plus one on a big car been controversial, let alone being equated to a 26" overkill? I get everyone has their own preference but my issue is the fitment being considered a ghetto option for many reasons. When the M3 offered oem 18 and 19" options, no one teared up when people opted to use 20" HRE's and BBS's as standard aftermarket upgrades. My RS7 weighs 4500 lbs and uses an XXXL sized car cover. Taking a look at plus one options doesn't scare me.

You were the one that said Audi is going bigger not me, correcting your logic which you bend to your position when it suits you. C7 A/S7 standard wheels are basically 20", +1 already available and done on the RS7 by moving to 21. My RS7 weighs something like that too, not sure on car cover since the one I have is made for the car.

Telling you, you're missing out on the FB groups.

[phunkfarm]

You were the one that said Audi is going bigger not me, correcting your logic which you bend to your position when it suits you. C7 A/S7 standard wheels are basically 20", +1 already available and done on the RS7 by moving to 21. My RS7 weighs something like that too, not sure on car cover since the one I have is made for the car.

Telling you, you're missing out on the FB groups.

Its illogical to say 22" is a top of the line upgrade on a 2021 RS7, but looks ghetto on a 2015 RS7 when both cars are basically the same size. And yes, that wheel in your pic looks terrible. Agreed. That wheel would suck in a 21" by the way.

But the rub is that I posted this to see what people have done so I can see and make an opinion myself. I get you guys wouldn't do a 22" on your cars but you haven't considered the fact that anyone out there with 22's that may want to post now will not because of their fear of being flamed. That part.

[widebodyfx]

The wheel wells of the 21 RS6/7 are massive to safely roll the 285/30-22 tire, safely meaning the general public buys the car and doesn't go to the dealer to say I can't turn my wheel full lock because the over diameter is too big for the body.

You can have your opinion and do whatever you want to with your car. I said nothing about ghetto in my responses.

https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...0-5&offset2=19

[TEXAS-AVANT]

22” here..... I my other car LOL
20” looks perfect IMHO.


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[phunkfarm]

The wheel wells of the 21 RS6/7 are massive to safely roll the 285/30-22 tire, safely meaning the general public buys the car and doesn't go to the dealer to say I can't turn my wheel full lock because the over diameter is too big for the body.

You can have your opinion and do whatever you want to with your car. I said nothing about ghetto in my responses.

https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...0-5&offset2=19

No you did not (ghetto). I meant consensus. Sorry for that.

Without changing the subject to tire sizes you do know that there is a corresponding 22" tire size for a 21" that maintains the same rolling radius right? Its not necessarily the same tire size as the 2021 RS7 uses. It can be done easily without problems. It may not be correct to compare a 21" oem 2015 fitment to a 22" oem 2021 fitment but rather the 21" oem to an aftermarket 22" that is made with the correct offset to replace the oem wheel. As an example, Rohana makes the RX5, and Blaque Diamond both have correct 22" offerings off the shelf for early cars. But yes, based on your "WillThey Fit" model, looks as if the oem 22" wheel is a bad choice for an early car. Thats great to know.

[widebodyfx]

Yes, I understand tires. My point still relates to your logic on the new chassis being a guiding light of some sort. The wheels wells between the two are nowhere near equal, 22s fit the body and wheel well of the 21 RS6/7 better than it fits the C7s.

[phunkfarm]

Yes, I understand tires. My point still relates to your logic on the new chassis being a guiding light of some sort. The wheels wells between the two are nowhere near equal, 22s fit the body and wheel well of the 21 RS6/7 better than it fits the C7s.

Illogical sir.

The very point of a correct plus one fitment is to increase the wheel diameter and decrease the tire wall by the same measure, leaving the overall diameter the SAME. No "wheel well issues", period. The wheel/tire unit doesn't change other than offset which it factored by manufacturer. We can disagree on this. I still love you.

If you want to discuss ride comfort, tire durability, aesthetics or anything else then fine but the wheel well / speedo error / ride height is a non issue.

[mwdelta]

It's possible to run 275/35R21 tires without issue, so certainly 275/30R22 would be possible. That's around 4% over stock size.

Of course, wheel size is a highly personal opinion. Mine is that 21s look great on a C7. I wish ABT made their HR series in smaller than 22.

[widebodyfx]

Illogical sir.

The very point of a correct plus one fitment is to increase the wheel diameter and decrease the tire wall by the same measure, leaving the overall radius the SAME. No "wheel well issues", period. The wheel/tire unit doesn't change other than offset which it factored by manufacturer. We can disagree. I still love you.

If you want to argue ride comfort, tire durability, or anything else then fine but wheel well is a non issue.

You're conveniently forgetting the C7 A/S/RS7 standard wheel is 20", 21" was not even standard on the RS7 it was just the norm for builds. How many 22" tires are load rated for this car and fit the ideal wheel diameter?

[phunkfarm]

It's possible to run 275/35R21 tires without issue, so certainly 275/30R22 would be possible. That's around 4% over stock size.

Of course, wheel size is a highly personal opinion. Mine is that 21s look great on a C7. I wish ABT made their HR series in smaller than 22.

According to Will They Fit, for our 275/35-21", 9" ET 35, the correct 22" set up is 285/30-22 with a 9.5" wheel (x4 Quattro), with a 30 ET. This has a diameter of -.53% and have the wheel stick out about 9cm. Perfection.

I went there.

[phunkfarm]

You're conveniently forgetting the C7 A/S/RS7 standard wheel is 20", 21" was not even standard on the RS7 it was just the norm for builds. How many 22" tires are load rated for this car and fit the ideal wheel diameter?

Bro, I'm forgetting nothing. I've done this all my life. Since high school champ.

30 series tires are not strange and overly exotic. Many cars have them. We're not talking 25 series rubber bands.

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06

EXTREMECONTACT DWS 06
Ultra High Performance All-Season
Size: 285/30ZR22 101Y XL
Style: Blackwall
Load Range: XL RATED @ 1819 LBS EACH
Serv. Desc: 101Y
UTQG: 560 AA A

1819lbs x 4 = 7276lbs. An RS7 weighs 4500 lbs. Whats the issue of which you speak?

This is done every day. Im not sure what part of the country you live in but looking at your avatar, you should know better. And even if your point is that a 22" wheel is technically a plus two application, so what? Plus two's are done all the time. I'm running 21" wheels on my Honda Ridgeline. Guess what oem's are? 17". According to my math, this is a plus four. Looks awesome.

[widebodyfx]

According to Will They Fit, for our 275/35-21", 9" ET 35, the correct 22" set up is 285/30-22 with a 9.5" wheel (x4 Quattro), with a 30 ET. This has a diameter of -.53% and have the wheel stick out about 9cm. Perfection.

I went there.

Did you enter the info on the website correctly? Not seeing this -.53% you speak of. All good to run the fairly tall tire to make it fit. https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...9-5&offset2=30

[phunkfarm]

Did you enter the info on the website correctly? Not seeing this -.53% you speak of. All good to run the fairly tall tire to make it fit. https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...9-5&offset2=30

interesting...

https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...9-5&offset2=30

[widebodyfx]

interesting...

https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...9-5&offset2=30

Wrong starting size, 275/35-21 is for a S8. You know, the big sedan.

[phunkfarm]

Wrong starting size, 275/35-21 is for a S8. You know, the big sedan.

you are correct.

[ichi d]

Are you related to Shuga?

It’s his new burner account.

[ericw.]

lol those won't last in Oakland... good read tho, 10/10 looking forward to the part-out

[phunkfarm]

lol those won't last in Oakland... good read tho, 10/10 looking forward to the part-out

Explain

[FoxyFez]

Explain

No

[mwdelta]

I just watched some of that video at the top, and holy crap that dude has filled the *entire* hatch area with speakers and stuff.

Wouldn't have guessed I'd see an A7 like that. What's next, the lowrider version? I should check youtube....

[MVR 155]

Just because you can, doesn't mean you should....... I drive an S6 with the factory 20" wheels, I appreciate a firm and compliant ride (which it certainly is) from this type of car. I feel that going up to a 21" wheel/tire combo would be the absolute threshold where the ride begins to suffer/become harsh..... going to a 22" setup is counterproductive from a weight standpoint alone, not to mention the beyond harsh ride. I own a 2015 Yukon Denali (that I purchased new), it has the upgraded 22" wheels with the magnetic ride suspension (same technology as the Z06/ZR1 corvette). On a smooth road, its great...... get on some broken pavement or a bunch of expansion joints.... it completely sucks. Harsh feedback, feel like the suspension is working overtime to handle the super heavy rolling gear, etc........ Sure it handles good for a full size, high profile pig. I test drove a model with the 20" wheels prior to buying mine and it drove way better when on "less than perfect" roads. Does it look better with the 22" wheels vs. 20" wheels???? Absofuckinglutely but there is a price to pay once you cross a certain threshold. I believe that going to a 22" wheel on the C7/7.5 chassis will net you diminished returns on ride, performance and reliability.... I also think that it looks a bit out of place (too big) on this chassis. A 20" wheel is the norm and 21" is the upsize that still looks good/works good.... stepping beyond that is simply not necessary. Just my $.02........ everyone has the right to their own opions/decisions.

I should also add that I have spent a considerable amount of time on the track in forms of drag racing, autocross and HPDE in both cars and bikes (no autocross for bikes ;-)). While I'm just an enthusiast and no kind of actual pro, I do have a vast understanding for the way a vehicle handles in many conditions. My advice above is based on actual experience and not some simple internet search or magazine read.

[fromwrxto330ci]

I just watched some of that video at the top, and holy crap that dude has filled the *entire* hatch area with speakers and stuff.

Wouldn't have guessed I'd see an A7 like that. What's next, the lowrider version? I should check youtube....

Like this? https://m.imgur.com/2cqSd5v

[Phemer]

Just picked my 16 RS7 w/ 30k miles. There are still in route to me (shipped seperately). 1AV ZX9 22" wheels. Not sure it's the look I'm going for - although not 'offensive', just maybe not the look I'm going for. For now just rocking the silver OEM 21" 5-spokers. Opinions?

https://imgur.com/gallery/AAMRlYg

[infinitereality]

I've had ADV.1s in 21" and I thought look great. I'm currently on RSQ8 replicas in 21" and the style of them makes them look a lot bigger than the ADV.1s. Depending style, 21's could look big enough for some.

I considered doing 22s in this same RSQ8 style, but roads around here suck and getting worse so wasn't best option for me. Roads were reason swapping to cheaper wheels for time being.

RSQ8 wheel style isn't for everyone I'm sure and was a crap shoot on how they'd look when I bought them... But oddly enough zero regrets, just not riding on money anymore, lol.

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