{"product_id":"ascend-cs02-track-wheels-18x9-et42-5x112","title":"Ascend CS02 Track Wheels 18x9 ET42 5x112","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAscend CS02 Track Wheels 18x9 ET42 5x112 CB57.1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePopular Fitment :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolkswagen Golf MK5 - MK6 - MK7 - MK8 (GTI \u0026amp; R Incl.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolkswagen Jetta MK5 - MK6 - MK7 (GLI incl.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudi 8V A3 - S3 - RS3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudi 8Y A3 - S3 - RS3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVW Golf Fitment \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tire Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheel Size:\u003cbr\u003eFront \u0026amp; Rear: 18x9 ET42\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis configuration is a proven square setup for track-oriented builds, particularly for vehicles equipped with aftermarket big brake kits that require 18” wheels or larger. 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