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08-11-2009, 03:07 PM | #1 |
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Swapping out my BBS LM-R from a E46 to an E92, what size spacers?
Hey guys so I placed my order on an E92 coupe. Trading in the E46 and will take out the LM-R's.
The specs are: Front 19x8.5 32mm Rear 19x9.5 25mm Tires: 245/35/19 275/30/19 What size spaces do you guys recommend? Thanks |
08-11-2009, 03:33 PM | #2 |
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18mm front & 15mm rear will give you a very aggressive stance. (near flush with the outer fenders)
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If you really want the wheels to be absolutely flush with the outer fender (for a super aggressive front and rear appearance)...you would use 20mm front and 18mm rear. That setup would likely induce rubbing if lowered on H&R or RD Sport springs, especially if you have passengers in the car while cornering. (assuming a 245/35 & 275/30 tire setup) By the way... I would upgrade to a 275/35/19 tire on the rear wheels when your current 275/30's wear out. This will give you more sidewall height offering a more comfortable ride, while also getting you very close to the stock rolling diameter. The diameter of the 275/30's are a little too small for the E92 M.
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I'm from E46M3 as well.
But when I searched BBS wheels, E46M3 and E9X M3 shares exact same size wheels/offset. I know rear tires need to be replaced but it seems like BBS's recommended offsets are exactly same between E46 and E9X M3s.
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08-11-2009, 04:26 PM | #6 |
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That's because it will fit on the E9X M3 but it will not be flush.
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08-11-2009, 04:43 PM | #7 |
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I think isugoo was referring to Tire Rack's offset recommendations, which have historically been very conservative in regards to wheel offset values. They typically shy away from the most aggressive sizes available, to avoid customer complaints about rubbing issues.
The reality is, BBS does offer some pretty aggressive wheel sizes and offsets if you find the right dealer. These wheels will of course be special order in most cases, but they can be sourced with some effort (and patience) on the part of the buyer.
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Thanks for the info!
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18mm front & 12mm rear if you are going with KW coilovers instead of just springs...
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275/35/19 or 285/30/19 are better choices for your setup.
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I say 20mm front, 10mm rear.
I have 10" +20 in the rear and I feel if I were to go any more aggressive I couldn't run many tire sizes.
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