What are the best practices for maintaining Alloy Wheels to ensure proper handling and performance on Volkswagen GTI?

The metric-sized steel belted radial tires are installed in all of the vehicles and the use of different sizes and types can influence the ride and handling. The handling of the vehicle can be severely affected by mixing of the various types of tires like radials and bias belted tires in the vehicle. Replacement of tires is advisable in pairs on the same axle and when one tire is being replaced it should be of the same size, structure and tread design as the other one. Tire pressure is an important factor in the handling and wear, and needs to be inspected at least once a month or prior to longer travels. The wheel should be changed when it is bent or dented, if it loses air, has a long bolt hole, high level of rust, no vertical symmetry, and the wheel bolts are unable to fit tight, one should not weld or peen it. Balancing tires and wheels is the most important in the overall handling, braking, and performance because unbalanced wheels may adversely affect the handling, ride, and tire life. Each time a tire is fitted in a wheel, the shop should balance the tire using the right gadgets.

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Volkswagen GTI Spare Wheel Part Number: 1K0-601-027-CB-03C
$109.79 MSRP: $153.78
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- Other Name: Wheel; Spare Wheel, Wheel Steel
- Replaces: 1K0-601-027-T-03C, 1K0-601-027-AG-03C, 1K0-601-027-C-03C, 1K0-601-027-BG-03C, 1K0-601-027-BF-03C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T4-071-496-A-666
$166.60 MSRP: $200.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K5-071-497-1ZL
$224.91 MSRP: $270.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T4-071-498-666
$229.91 MSRP: $276.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T4-071-497-666
$233.24 MSRP: $280.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T4-071-497-V7U
$233.24 MSRP: $280.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T0-071-495-666
$269.86 MSRP: $316.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-071-498-1ZL
$281.82 MSRP: $330.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T0-071-492-666
$281.82 MSRP: $330.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-601-025-AD-88Z
$285.48 MSRP: $334.29
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2008 Volkswagen GTI | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T0-071-491-666
$314.27 MSRP: $368.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 5H0-601-025-AE-AX1
$335.82 MSRP: $393.23
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- Other Name: Wheel
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2022-2023 Volkswagen GTI | SE | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1T0-071-496-666
$323.67 MSRP: $379.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-071-498-V7U
$324.52 MSRP: $380.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K5-071-498-1ZL
$324.52 MSRP: $380.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-601-025-BA-16Z
$350.74 MSRP: $410.70
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-071-497-666
$352.70 MSRP: $413.00
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-601-025-AM-16Z
$357.39 MSRP: $418.49
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-601-025-R-8Z8
$395.29 MSRP: $462.87
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base, Fahrenheit | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen GTI Wheel, Alloy Part Number: 1K0-601-025-N-8Z8
$384.10 MSRP: $449.77
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- Other Name: Wheel; Wheel Alloy
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2008-2009 Volkswagen GTI | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

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Volkswagen GTI Alloy Wheels

Alloy Wheels give the hot hatch Volkswagen GTI its combination of fast response and sporty appearance because they are lighter and stronger than ordinary steel rims. The wheels are made of aluminum or magnesium alloys by Volkswagen and shed unsprung weight, allowing the GTI suspension to respond more quickly in corners, require less time to apply the brakes, and provide more energy in acceleration. Their metal mixture is also more effective at dissipating brake heat, thus keeping the car cool during spirited drives. The Alloy Wheels have changed since the 1960s, and various generations of the Volkswagen hot hatch have applied many types of wheels that have been made using forging or other forms of casting like high pressure, low pressure and gravity. Forged ones are strained to such an extent that they come out even stronger and a little lighter, suited to track-oriented editions, whereas cast ones are cheaper but maintain handling and have the glossy appearance desired by owners. Designers over the years have ventured into different diameters and spoke patterns, ranging from relatively small 16-inch sets to larger rims that fill the arches, though overweight selections increase weight and reduce fuel efficiency. The wheels may corrode when road salt or moisture comes into contact with the metal, even though they have the aforementioned advantages, so cleaning them regularly is important. All these are the reasons why Volkswagen has been able to persist in providing its performance icon with Alloy Wheels that are durable, heat deflective and eye-catching, to ensure that every Volkswagen driver can enjoy the nimble nature of the GTI legend.

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Volkswagen GTI Alloy Wheels Parts and Q&A

Wheel, Alloy
5G0-601-025-AS-FZZ
Q: What are the best practices for maintaining Alloy Wheels to ensure proper handling and performance on Volkswagen GTI?
A:
The metric-sized steel belted radial tires are installed in all of the vehicles and the use of different sizes and types can influence the ride and handling. The handling of the vehicle can be severely affected by mixing of the various types of tires like radials and bias belted tires in the vehicle. Replacement of tires is advisable in pairs on the same axle and when one tire is being replaced it should be of the same size, structure and tread design as the other one. Tire pressure is an important factor in the handling and wear, and needs to be inspected at least once a month or prior to longer travels. The wheel should be changed when it is bent or dented, if it loses air, has a long bolt hole, high level of rust, no vertical symmetry, and the wheel bolts are unable to fit tight, one should not weld or peen it. Balancing tires and wheels is the most important in the overall handling, braking, and performance because unbalanced wheels may adversely affect the handling, ride, and tire life. Each time a tire is fitted in a wheel, the shop should balance the tire using the right gadgets.