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[White_i35]

** UPDATED WITH PICS ON THE CAR - 09.09.2014 **

Hey All, I'm new to the forums so wanted to thank anyone responding and reading my first post on here. Glad to finally say i am a proud owner of a
2011 White on Red 6-speed N55 135i, I've been looking this car for quite some time now.

I just purchased the below wheels for my N55-

SPECS
Front:
18x8 standard spoke
42mm offset
tires = 215/40/18

Rear:
18x9.5 Concaved Spoke
45mm offset
tires = 245/35/18

Should i worry about any rubbing with stock suspension setup? Tirerack advised i wouldn't have issues but i don't see trusting the associates on the phone very much as there most likely reading the same info as me online.

Also to note i'm looking to lower the car roughly 1.2-1.5 inches with a set of nice coil-overs, any suggestions? Better yet do you think i can/will be able to lower the car with the setup I purchased above? I get wholesale prices from Tirerack so i was going to use on of their suspension setups they offer since they guarantee fitment and a trust worthy company for backing their products.

After reading so many post on here: im sure someone will ask me why i wanted these wheels and not something else or why i do this and not that. Im not asking for a debate on what I like compared to what others like for their cars, just looking for a straight forward answer from someone with knowledge in the wheels & Tire department.

Regards,




Link to wheels:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand
Link to tires:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

[andrey_gta]

Rear may have issues over bumps & maybe fender. But I dont forsee many propblems. See the 1 aDDicts wheel thread

[White_i35]

Originally Posted by andrey_gta

Rear may have issues over bumps & maybe fender. But I dont forsee many propblems. See the 1 aDDicts wheel thread

Thanks for the response. I have looked on so many times but it doesnt ever seem to be a clear answer and every thread gets hi-jacked by opinions.. Ill keep doing research..

[andrey_gta]

A 128i in that pale aqua blue & Performance BMW front bumper has used these wheels but do not remember if he had to roll then. He was lowered.

What's saving you is the tire choice and stock height

[White_i35]

If i end up have an issue im going to return them to tirerack (hopefully they will take them, i have a business account with them so i hope they respect there suggested tire size etc didn't work. I guess well wait and see. they should be ready for pick up in a day or two.

[brocklanders]

My experience with tire rack is they are conservative with their fitment. When I had my e90 there were wheels that would work that they didn't recommend. You will be fine I wouldn't worry about it.

[brocklanders]

Post some photos when you get them installed I'm eager to see what these now old school five spokes look like on our cars.

[White_i35]

Originally Posted by brocklanders

Post some photos when you get them installed I'm eager to see what these now old school five spokes look like on our cars.

absolutely ill post some pictures once i get them on. recommend any Photo Sharing sites? i used to use Cardomain.com . Glad to hear your experience from TR.com was good. that being said im still a bit weary that the car will be able to lower 1-1.5", whatever is needed to basically have fender right on the wheels or just above. If i have to stiffen the suspension so it doesnt bounce as much which im hoping the coilover would assist with than so be it. Rougher ride for the lady, but the car will look dope.

[andrey_gta]

Pics:
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=833462

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=851548

[VMRWheels]

You shouldn't have any issues running this setup. It's very similar to our recommended 8.5 ET45 | 9.5 ET45 with same size tires.

Enjoy your new setup and be sure to share pics!

[White_i35]

Originally Posted by VMRWheels

You shouldn't have any issues running this setup. It's very similar to our recommended 8.5 ET45 | 9.5 ET45 with same size tires.

Enjoy your new setup and be sure to share pics!

Thank you for the heads up, another good thing to hear. have you noticed any rubbing when lowering the car, or do you recommend a particular suspension setup when using this wheel setup?

[White_i35]

Originally Posted by andrey_gta

Pics:
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=833462

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=851548

BINGO

Wheels look good on his car, i asked what he used for lowering since hes running an identical setup except he has 8.5" rear and i'm going with the 9.5", either way thanks for posting those links..

[VMRWheels]

Originally Posted by White_i35

Thank you for the heads up, another good thing to hear. have you noticed any rubbing when lowering the car, or do you recommend a particular suspension setup when using this wheel setup?

With a mild drop (typically 1-2") we haven't heard of any issues with rubbing. The natural negative camber after the drop adds just enough clearance to be free of issue

Your suspension setup is entirely up to you! Springs are inexpensive, though, have a fixed ride height and won't be as stiff as coilovers. Reduced stiffness = more suspension travel/body roll which MAY equate to rubbing. That being said, most spring setups don't go low enough to even be within that realm.

Coilovers allow you the adjustability to go a bit lower. The stiffer dampening can also reduce the suspension travel that could cause rubbing when going lower. All things considered, they both have their pros and cons. Less suspension travel also means a stiffer, harsher ride.