I just ordered Rota RBR in 16X8 +10 today and planning on 225/50 Continental DW's as well. Have those tires on my 96 TT and they're excellent, light weight too. I'll try and post a pic once things get installed. Eibach Pro ket springs on my '71.
Not sure if you checked, but the dimmer for the lights is on the right side of the steering column. Mine was hidden by the aftermarket A/C control so I thought the same thing. I just bought it, so rookie mistake and put a smile on my face when I rotated it and tada, dash lights worked. The knob on the other side is the mileage reset knob. Pretty cool. I'll try and get mine posted soon as well. '71 as well.