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  • constructor
    E30 Modder
    • Aug 2007
    • 977

    #2761
    Originally posted by ethreezy90
    just ordered esm 001 16x8 0 offset. running a 90 325is with bilstein sport shocks and bavarian auto springs. what size tires should i use? i want as big as possible without mods or rubbing.
    I hate to tell you this, but with 0 offset and 8" I think you're in for mods and rubbing.
    Last edited by constructor; 11-05-2009, 07:43 AM.

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    • straight6pwr
      No R3VLimiter
      • Sep 2004
      • 3450

      #2762
      Originally posted by Mystikal
      225 will work with a basic/flat fender roll in the back. 215 shouldn't need anything to fit.

      If it were me I'd just go with the 215/45 Kumho XS. Bargain in that size.
      this is true with a late model, but for an early model you can run 16x8 et20 with 225s and not rub in the rear. not sure what the original poster has.

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      • Mystikal
        Moderator
        Wheel Fitment Expert
        • Nov 2003
        • 9602

        #2763
        Originally posted by ThaiRacer
        15x8+10 all around? Do i need spacers?
        Not at all, those are already way out there. Plan on 195 or 205 tires and some moderate fender rolling in the back.

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        • Mystikal
          Moderator
          Wheel Fitment Expert
          • Nov 2003
          • 9602

          #2764
          Originally posted by ethreezy90
          just ordered esm 001 16x8 0 offset. running a 90 325is with bilstein sport shocks and bavarian auto springs. what size tires should i use? i want as big as possible without mods or rubbing.
          Big as possible without mods? Maybe it'd clear with some tiny 195/45/16s. Maybe.

          That offset is simply not made for an E30.

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          • E30SPDFRK
            Moderator
            • Jul 2007
            • 5685

            #2765
            Hey Jay, I've got some Kopi questions for you.

            I want to make these things a bit more flush. I was thinking 195/40's and somewhere around a 5mm front and a 15mm rear. I've got rolled fenders, but I'm pretty damn low. Think I'm going to have any problems with that setup?

            Also, what tires would you recommend in that size? I was looking at the Yokohama S.Drives, but I haven't heard much about them.

            EDIT: I looked into the S.Drives some more and it seems they run pretty wide. I found some 205/40 Falken 512s though, which I know run skinny. How well do you think they would fit?
            Last edited by E30SPDFRK; 11-10-2009, 01:17 PM.
            Byron
            Leichtbau

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            • dinanm3atl
              R3V OG
              • Feb 2007
              • 7305

              #2766
              Originally posted by Mystikal
              225 will work with a basic/flat fender roll in the back. 215 shouldn't need anything to fit.

              If it were me I'd just go with the 215/45 Kumho XS. Bargain in that size.
              Tires come tomorrow... rolled the fenders on Saturday... hope it fit.

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              • John
                Noobie
                • Sep 2009
                • 18

                #2767
                I found a pretty good deal on some 16" BBS RX's with brand new 205/50R tires. I searched the thread and was a little unclear so can someone help me out with fitment?

                I'd be running them on an 89 cabrio with stock suspension and the intent to go to H&R sport / Bilstein setup eventually.

                What size spacers would I need and is any fender rolling necessary? Thanks

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                • Mystikal
                  Moderator
                  Wheel Fitment Expert
                  • Nov 2003
                  • 9602

                  #2768
                  Originally posted by E30SPDFRK
                  Hey Jay, I've got some Kopi questions for you.

                  I want to make these things a bit more flush. I was thinking 195/40's and somewhere around a 5mm front and a 15mm rear. I've got rolled fenders, but I'm pretty damn low. Think I'm going to have any problems with that setup?

                  Also, what tires would you recommend in that size? I was looking at the Yokohama S.Drives, but I haven't heard much about them.

                  EDIT: I looked into the S.Drives some more and it seems they run pretty wide. I found some 205/40 Falken 512s though, which I know run skinny. How well do you think they would fit?
                  Sorry for the lateness.

                  Looking at the section width of the 512s, you should easily be able to space the wheels out 15mm in the back without worrying. In fact depending on how hard you worked that roller, 20mm in the back would be easy. For the front, I'd probably go with 10mm.

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                  • Mystikal
                    Moderator
                    Wheel Fitment Expert
                    • Nov 2003
                    • 9602

                    #2769
                    Originally posted by John
                    I found a pretty good deal on some 16" BBS RX's with brand new 205/50R tires. I searched the thread and was a little unclear so can someone help me out with fitment?

                    I'd be running them on an 89 cabrio with stock suspension and the intent to go to H&R sport / Bilstein setup eventually.

                    What size spacers would I need and is any fender rolling necessary? Thanks
                    15mm spacers. No fender rolling.

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                    • E30SPDFRK
                      Moderator
                      • Jul 2007
                      • 5685

                      #2770
                      Originally posted by Mystikal
                      Sorry for the lateness.

                      Looking at the section width of the 512s, you should easily be able to space the wheels out 15mm in the back without worrying. In fact depending on how hard you worked that roller, 20mm in the back would be easy. For the front, I'd probably go with 10mm.
                      Np man, I know you probably have a life outside of this thread, lol.

                      This is the height I'm at.


                      Still think I'll be fine? Those are 205/50's right now-
                      I cant find any really skinny tires for a 7.5.
                      Byron
                      Leichtbau

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                      • Mystikal
                        Moderator
                        Wheel Fitment Expert
                        • Nov 2003
                        • 9602

                        #2771
                        Originally posted by E30SPDFRK
                        Np man, I know you probably have a life outside of this thread, lol.

                        This is the height I'm at.

                        Still think I'll be fine? Those are 205/50's right now-
                        I cant find any really skinny tires for a 7.5.
                        Yeah the issue when you're that low in the back is not rubbing the fender lip, it's higher up. Which isn't at all easy to remedy.

                        15mm rear will be safe.

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                        • Danny
                          Moderator
                          • Feb 2008
                          • 14217

                          #2772
                          I can't remember if I asked this or not.

                          16x8 et15 501s with 245/35/16 toyo proxes?

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                          • CLN_22
                            Noobie
                            • Oct 2009
                            • 8

                            #2773
                            hi, i have 15" momo on my 325e i want to go with some 17x 7.5 or 17x8 what wheels you guys think i should get looking for something with a deep dish. also need help with tire size

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                            • daniel
                              R3V OG
                              • Jul 2007
                              • 6703

                              #2774
                              Originally posted by Danny
                              I can't remember if I asked this or not.

                              16x8 et15 501s with 245/35/16 toyo proxes?
                              you are getting teh sportmaxxorz?
                              http://instagram.com/dslovn.drives

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                              • joonsup
                                Mod Crazy
                                • Mar 2009
                                • 776

                                #2775
                                e30 couple lowered on hr sports and bilsteins.

                                will running 16x8 et10 all around wrapped with 215/45s cause issues...esp on the track?

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