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07-17-2017, 10:51 AM | #1 |
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The Ultimate Wheel/Tire Thread [v.2]
I made a gamble and got lucky on some non-oe wheels with pretty different sizing for my 1er, ever since then I've been getting asked about the fitment and what will/won't work on our 1ers. There's a couple threads on this already but it's not all in one place, some of it is poorly formatted, and some of it is outdated. So this is my attempt to offer fitment information in a concise manner.
Credit and thanks to Gary for this thread: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213306 ... BerkTechnology for kicking this off: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=216413 ... and Mad Dragon for this one: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209582 Note: I'm not a wheel/tire guru, I've just done some homework. If something looks wrong or you have a better well informed/educated suggestion, please post it up! OE/Stock BMW Wheels and Tires FAQ:
Looking to fit a non-oe sized wheel and/or tire on your 128i/135i? Let's cover some basic info first...
So now you know the lingo, and you want to see if it'll fit. There's a REALLY great tool that allows you to compare your current or stock configuration to any hypothetical wheel setup you can dream up. Want to know if a wheel with -500mm offset will fit? Go for it! www.WillTheyFit.com Getting larger size tires and wheels: It would be impossible to list all of the different sizes combinations that would fit the e82 platform, so if you have a specific sizing question I'd suggest using the tool above to compare. You can also try this thread to see if someone has posted the wheels you're considering. That said, you can run 18x8.5's all around for a square setup without any modifications to suspension or fenders. You can also typically alter the offset by a few mm in either direction without much worry. I would err on the side of caution when bringing the wheels IN (positive offset/higher number) since you really need to make sure the wheel will clear the suspension and brakes. From what I have seen, the largest sizes that will fit the 1-Series without modifications are 18x8.5 in the front, and 18x9.5 in the back. Guys running 1ers on the track seem to prefer 17x8.5's with 245/40R17's all around, or 255's if they are able to run very aggressive camber up front. Otherwise, you can see APEX's post HERE for lot's of great info on their 1-Series specific, track-oriented wheels and configuration. For those who have asked me specifically, I am running Avant Garde M310's meant for a 2-series with the following specs on all stock suspension: Front wheels 18x8 ET35 with tires at 215/40 (zero rubbing, will likely try 225 next) Rear wheels 18x9 ET38 with tires at 245/35 (rubbing with lots of weight in rear over bumps) General rules of thumb for fitment:
Pros and Cons of a Staggered Setup Pros:
Winter setups:
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07-17-2017, 11:09 AM | #2 |
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Thank you 1000 times. I was tired looking through the older threads with no offsets posted and just pictures. "looks great and all, but it is of no help to me"
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07-19-2017, 09:25 AM | #3 |
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Sure thing, glad to help!
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