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      03-24-2010, 12:26 PM   #1
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stock wheels, spacers... what new tires?

ok, i tried searching for specifics, but i couldn't find anything really.

i am running the stock 264 wheels. i purchased 10mm & 12mm spacers.
i want to replace the runflats with new tires.

i am looking at either Nitto NT555, Hankook v12 or Sumitomo HTRZ III (probably these). all most likely if they fit 225/40/18 and 255/35/18

will this fit with the stock suspension set up? which tire would work better? what tire do you prefer? any suggestions? i only need a decent performing summer tire to last me about 20k miles. i have dedicated winters.
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according to the FAQ page those tires should fit without modification. You may have to ditch the spacers. (in which case let me know.... I'm looking for spacers).

I run Hankook on my 128i in a 205/50/17 (stock size for now) and they are pretty awesome.

I use to be able to break the back end of my car loose pretty much when ever I wanted with the RTF, not so any more. The tires really do preform well, even if it is really cold outside (30F this morning).
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I'm running the stock wheels with 225/40 Hankook v12's up front with a 12mm spacer. I'm lowered on Eibach springs and rub a little on extreme dips. I would recommend a 10mm spacer if you're lowered and don't want to rub. I still have 245/35 out back w/o spacers, so no problems there.
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stock suspension... you think i can get away with 225/40 and 255/35 with 12mm up front and 10mm in the back?
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what are you guys running the spacers for? trying to get flush?
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stock suspension... you think i can get away with 225/40 and 255/35 with 12mm up front and 10mm in the back?
Probably...I'm only rubbing because I have zero fender gap. I think it also depends a lot on the tire sidewall; the Hankooks have a very square sidewall which doesn't do well for "tucking" in to the fender.

To play it safe I'd get a 10mm front spacer and 8mm rear with the tire setup you listed.
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