Which Swap Method to run E34 Wheels?

[talltorontoguy]

I want to re-use my style#5 bbs wheels from my E34 (see avatar to left) on my E30. The Style #5's are offset 20, in the same range as E30M3

I can't seem to find any definitive answers on which conversion method allows for this setup to work.

REAR:

I "think" using E30 m3 rear hubs on regular E30 suspension will do the trick and keep stock offset. Will z3/ti hubs also work? (I know about the brake issues, concerned only about wheel fitment right now)

FRONT:

Totally confused... E36 or E30m3? Any difference in offset when complete? I know E30m3 is preferred for caster, brakes, etc. (Again, at the moment I'm concerned only about wheel fitment)


Thanks
Rod

[Bill-B]

why don't you care about brakes???

[Teaguer]

You've already answered your own question .

E30 M3 parts front & rear .
Using just the rear hubs in your trailing arms is the same as swapping in the whole M3 trailing arm .


Just stay away from E36 and Z3 parts and you'll be fine for what you are after .

[talltorontoguy]

Thanks for the advice.

Re: caring about brakes... I don't track/autocross the car so while it would of course be a great addition to upgrade the brakes it isn't my main motivation. Using the E30M3 will give me both.

[rkettner]

z3 rear, as my suspension is, restricts your wheel offsets to something around 41mm. i have run 5 sets of e36 and e46 wheels now. the et20's will not fit at all with z3 rear gear.