Apex Arc-8, RE-71R, TC-Kline Fitment

dtla1 · 02-13-2020, 12:32 PM

Quick PSA, 255/35/18 Bridgestone RE-71R on Apex Arc-8 standard staggered front wheel fitment for 1 series, with TC Kline coilovers, rub a tiny bit as seen on the following pictures. Also included is a picture of the car showing ride height. Other front suspension mods include M control Arms and Hotchkiss front sway bar. About 2.3* camber.

BTW, 2x 255/35/18 Bridgestone RE-71R tires for sale, used for only 300 street miles.

TboneS54 · 02-13-2020, 02:08 PM

Good info. Are you able to add a 3mm spacer without kissing the fender?

dtla1 · 02-13-2020, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by TboneS54

Good info. Are you able to add a 3mm spacer without kissing the fender?

Maybe, it was already pretty tight, but 3mm isn't too much. Unfortunately I don't have any spacers that size. I think 3mm spacer, with a little bit of a fender pull might be fine.

I think my fenders have a mild pull to them, and they've been brought out the max space from the engine bay out that those bolt holes up top will allow.

ShocknAwe · 02-13-2020, 02:13 PM

Nooo. Did you try spacing it 1-3mm more? Bet 255 square was awesome on re71r

dtla1 · 02-13-2020, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

Nooo. Did you try spacing it 1-3mm more? Bet 255 square was awesome on re71r

I didn't try any spacers on the front. But do note that the darker (cleaner) area on the fender liner is also some rubbing. Rears are actually some old 265(I think)/35/18 Hankook RS3s. I'm going to swap them all out for a set of PS4S (might try rears 275/35 which is 0.2" wider than the 265 Hankook) and I'll try some spacers then. I also need to get my front wheels checked for bends. Hard sidewalls and big potholes don't feel too good.

ShocknAwe · 02-13-2020, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dtla1

I didn't try any spacers on the front. But do note that the darker (cleaner) area on the fender liner is also some rubbing. Rears are actually some old 265(I think)/35/18 Hankook RS3s. I'm going to swap them all out for a set of PS4S (might try rears 275/35 which is 0.2" wider than the 265 Hankook) and I'll try some spacers then. I also need to get my front wheels checked for bends. Hard sidewalls and big potholes don't feel too good.

You'll like the ps4s. Not as good as the 71r in the dry. But an excellent all around tire. Leagues better than the PSS.

dtla1 · 02-14-2020, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

You'll like the ps4s. Not as good as the 71r in the dry. But an excellent all around tire. Leagues better than the PSS.

Yeah I have PS4S on style 261Ms 255/35/18 square.

Ifranklin · 02-14-2020, 07:08 PM

just to clarify are you on 18x8.5 +45 for fronts?

dtla1 · 02-14-2020, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Ifranklin

just to clarify are you on 18x8.5 +45 for fronts?

That's correct. To be fair, according to Apex's website the recommended tire is 235/40/18

Expert@ApexWheels · 02-17-2020, 04:30 PM

So close! We generally recommend a 5mm spacer for 255/35 tires on this setup, but as others have said you might be able to get away with a 3mm judging from these photos.

The wheels look great though!

-Tom

dtla1 · 02-17-2020, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Expert@ApexRaceParts

So close! We generally recommend a 5mm spacer for 255/35 tires on this setup, but as others have said you might be able to get away with a 3mm judging from these photos.

The wheels look great though!

-Tom

Thanks for the reminder on that recommendation!

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dtla1 Colonel 828 Rep 2,232 Posts Drives: 2011 135i, Space Grey Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Silicon Valley iTrader: (2)	Apex Arc-8, RE-71R, TC-Kline Fitment Quick PSA, 255/35/18 Bridgestone RE-71R on Apex Arc-8 standard staggered front wheel fitment for 1 series, with TC Kline coilovers, rub a tiny bit as seen on the following pictures. Also included is a picture of the car showing ride height. Other front suspension mods include M control Arms and Hotchkiss front sway bar. About 2.3* camber. BTW, 2x 255/35/18 Bridgestone RE-71R tires for sale, used for only 300 street miles. Attached Images
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Expert@ApexWheels Major General 3511 Rep 6,732 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	So close! We generally recommend a 5mm spacer for 255/35 tires on this setup, but as others have said you might be able to get away with a 3mm judging from these photos. The wheels look great though! -Tom __________________ 925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers
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