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Originally Posted by Red__Zed (Post 1671463)

I'm gonna venture that there Isn't clearance between the caliper and the inside face of the wheel, can you confirm?

I'm guessing a square setup? Either x8 or x9.

that is correct but it seems to be only grabbing the the outer edge of the caliper like the inside closer to the lugs is deeper

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Originally Posted by delusional (Post 1671537)

yeah buying wheels without know the specs is not a good idea. the offset is the reason its hitting the calipers.

i assumed these would work and i have not paid the guy in full. we tried shimming it last night but still won't spin freely

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Originally Posted by USMCASA (Post 1671562)

that is correct but it seems to be only grabbing the the outer edge of the caliper like the inside closer to the lugs is deeper

You can probably throw on a spacer.

Take the 6th smaller bolt off of the front wheels. It is there to make sure you dont put rear wheels on the front of your car. I am willing to bet the rears fit. If not you will need spacers. I am pretty sure you didnt get ripped off as Varrstoen doesnt make a +30 wheel.

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Originally Posted by corbin09 (Post 1671576)

Take the 6th smaller bolt off of the front wheels.

where is this located so i can try that? on the caliper?

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Originally Posted by USMCASA (Post 1671590)

where is this located so i can try that? on the caliper?

He's talking about the extra bolt on the front hub

Let's see a photo, it's pretty easy to spot the fakes

Yes, It is on the Hub, where the rotor connects to the wheel. It looks like a mini wheel stud with no threads.

either i got screwed or i wasn't paying attention to my buddy but they are not real volk wheels. don't ever buy something from a friend of a friend. not stamped, no stickers(wasn't a big deal to me) but are not authentic. i've got my cash back minus $100 for scratching the paint on one wheel.

so i have a budget of $1900 and need a set of wheels/tires preferably volk and i want titanium or anodized blue.

also what is the paint code for the sport brake calipers? i appreciate all your help guys, i owe you all a beer

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Originally Posted by USMCASA (Post 1671738)

18 inch Volks used to never have stampings on the outside. On the inner barrel Rays Engineering always put a stamp with offsets/wheel width etc.
As for the stickers you can take those off... My first set of Volks years ago i didnt have stickers on them but they were Genuine....

As for 1900 for used Volks it will be RARE... Maybe for just the wheels but not for wheels and tires.

Volks are beautiful and i have had numerous sets but for that price range you should look at Enkei RPF1s or Wedsport SA55M which you can get in a 19x9.5+15 and 19x10.5 +15 for a good fitment on the Z.
Those are both in your price range used WITH tires.
Enkeis in 18 inch are only around 19 pounds
Wedsport in 19 inch are 21 pounds (2 pounds lighter then the Stock Rays and same weight as Volk TE37s)

Good luck my friend. Sorry to hear about your troubles.