Wheels for a car are not only the safety of your movement, but also the safety of oncoming and ahead moving cars. But often many car enthusiasts decide to purchase drives only for tuning, without thinking about other functions. Not only the comfort of trips, but also your life, may depend on their quality.
In addition to these features, this spare part affects the rational
consumption of gasoline, the ventilation of
brake discs, the load on the suspension, and the smoothness of travel. And in order for you to feel on the road not only comfortable, but also safe, you need to know how to choose this spare part. In this article, you will learn how to choose the right Audi drives.
Material selection
All existing alloy parts today can be made of two materials - aluminum and magnesium. The latter option is more suitable for sports "Audi", as it has a lighter weight. But here it should be taken into account the fact that magnesium parts, unlike aluminum, are highly corroded, so constant care for them is inevitable.
Preparation method
Also, Audi discs are divided into two categories - cast and forged. The first option is ideal for those cars that have large disc brakes (since frequent bumps and collisions on pits can lead to microcracks). Forged models are the best option for all Audi models, as they are more durable than cast ones. But there is one caveat, which lies in the excessively high cost of such spare parts.
Dimensions
As you know, German Audi cars are produced in two versions - a passenger car (A4, A3 series, etc.) and an off-road car (Q7 models). Depending on this, the disc diameters can range from 14 to 18 inches. When choosing Audi alloy wheels, it is best to focus on choosing the sizes and parameters that were set by the manufacturer. In no case do not purchase spare parts with a smaller or, conversely, larger diameter, as this can greatly affect the safety of the car when driving. As for the width of the discs, it should be 30% narrower than the size of the rim. Otherwise, neglect of this rule threatens uneven tread wear, which in turn will adversely affect the driving performance of your German car.
Manufacturer's choice
Recommended to purchase only
original Audi discs, because that’s how you can protect yourself from fakes. But finding such products is very difficult, despite the huge range. Therefore, if this is not possible, it is best to buy discs only from trusted companies (and there may be about 30 or more) that have worked well in the market.
Marking
And the last thing you need to pay attention to is the labeling. Audi discs should always have the logo of the manufacturer, type, size, exact date of manufacture, heat number and the mark of x-ray inspection. All this can be seen in the documents that are attached to each disk separately. If the seller does not provide the mentioned documents, it is better to refrain from such a purchase, since disks are not only a beautiful accessory, but also your safety.