Rogue Engineering spacers - works of art - Page 2

GregW / Oregon · 05-07-2009, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dawgdog

Great thread Greg. I am very interested in these spacers and would love to see photos of them on your car. Also, what do you use as an antiseizing (sp?) compound? I have never put spacers on but would like to do this right.

Thanks,
Carl

Since both mating parts are aluminum, I used an aluminum-based anti-seize, Permatex High Temperature High Performance Anti-Seize (I've had this a long time--their products are under the Never Seez label now. I like the one on this list called "Nuclear Grade": http://www.neverseezproducts.com/antiseize.htm.

So, here are a few photos I shot late today. Nothing too exteme, but 100% better than a few days ago. Stock PS2s, 12mm spacers F&R, Dinan Stage 1 springs. I have not had an alignment done since the springs went in, so camber may be off.

signes · 05-07-2009, 11:56 PM

Looks excellent, very clean. Have a straight on side view? Curious how the Dinan drop looks from that angle.

1MOREMOD · 05-08-2009, 12:01 AM

very nice. my macht snell shipped yesterday. curious to see how they compare.

IRMthree · 05-08-2009, 01:55 AM

looks good with them on

MMMorish · 05-08-2009, 06:26 AM

Looks great! Good work Greg and great post!

chris s · 05-08-2009, 08:12 AM

Good stuff Greg...looks great. My spacers should arrive today or tomorrow. I guess anti-seize is required?

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by signes

Looks excellent, very clean. Have a straight on side view? Curious how the Dinan drop looks from that angle.

Well, not straight on, but more a little more side view...

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chris s

I guess anti-seize is required?

I wouldn't say it is required...just a preaution. The RE spacers do have the pry slot in on the back edge in case they get stuck.

dawgdog · 05-08-2009, 08:29 AM

Thanks for the help with the anti-seize compound Greg. I will be ordering the spacers today.

Radiation Joe · 05-08-2009, 09:50 AM

Ha Ha! Nuclear Grade Never Seize. Good stuff.

Nuclear grade means it has limited chemical content to be compatible with the coolant systems in nuclear reactors. It helps out with inter granular stress corrosion cracking issues.

signes · 05-08-2009, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

Well, not straight on, but more a little more side view...

Thanks.

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Radiation Joe

Ha Ha! Nuclear Grade Never Seize. Good stuff.

Nuclear grade means it has limited chemical content to be compatible with the coolant systems in nuclear reactors. It helps out with inter granular stress corrosion cracking issues.

Figures you would know! What's your job, BTW?

PunjabiM3 · 05-08-2009, 12:57 PM

Do you use anti seize between the wheel and hub if you are not using a spacer?

PunjabiM3 · 05-08-2009, 12:58 PM

Oh, and the PNW weather has been absolutely terrible so far this year. It's freakin May and it feels like early March outside.

e46e92love · 05-08-2009, 01:29 PM

GregW,

Do you have any shaking, wheel shimmy or anything else since the spacers would put on? No change in handling or feel of the wheel right?

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PunjabiM3

Do you use anti seize between the wheel and hub if you are not using a spacer?

You certainly can, but I have not and have not had any issues.

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e46e92love

GregW,

Do you have any shaking, wheel shimmy or anything else since the spacers would put on? No change in handling or feel of the wheel right?

No, all parts fit tightly and kept centered on the hub.

adc · 05-08-2009, 06:02 PM

Does anybody have any experience with the Velocity Motorcars spacers?

I was thinking of getting those because they have the rotor retaining screw - so they would 100% stay on the hubs when the wheels are off. Other than that they look like any other set of spacers (and cost the same).

I was wondering if anybody has tried them on, or things they would be a good idea...

(Yes, the new Rogue spacers look amazing).

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adc

Does anybody have any experience with the Velocity Motorcars spacers?

I was thinking of getting those because they have the rotor retaining screw - so they would 100% stay on the hubs when the wheels are off. Other than that they look like any other set of spacers (and cost the same).

I was wondering if anybody has tried them on, or things they would be a good idea...

(Yes, the new Rogue spacers look amazing).

While the screw is a nice idea, in reality the fit should be snug enough that they aren't going to go anywhere when you are changing wheels.

foosh · 05-08-2009, 07:50 PM

Greg,

I was admiring the pictures of your car today. The stance is perfect--not too high, not too low, and the 12mm spacers all the way around are a nice touch on the stock 19s.

I've been looking at pictures of various E90x M cars since I bought my E93 in mid-March, and one of the things that has struck me is that the convertible seems to sit lower than the E90 or E92s I've seen.

I spent a while studying your pictures and my car in the garage tonight, and mine (completely stock) is sitting about like yours is now on the Dinan springs. Of course my wheels/tires are tucked in more minus spacers. I've seen many pictures of stock sedans and coupes that look higher. Could it be that the extra 400 lbs., we're carrying in the E93 are responsible?

BTW, I never thought I do this, but I ordered four 12mm Rogue spacers today. I think you've sold a lot of RE spacers recently. I agree with your conservative approach, I didn't want the 15mm on the front either, and like you, I think that's a good approach until our RACs show up.

lucid · 05-08-2009, 08:54 PM

Looking good Greg. My springs and camber plates will be installed on Monday. I agree that Dinan's customer service needs to be improved. Hard to get a hold of someone at sales...

GregW / Oregon · 05-08-2009, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by foosh

Greg,

I was admiring the pictures of your car today. The stance is perfect--not too high, not too low, and the 12mm spacers all the way around are a nice touch on the stock 19s.

I've been looking at pictures of various E90x M cars since I bought my E93 in mid-March, and one of the things that has struck me is that the convertible seems to sit lower than the E90 or E92s I've seen.

I spent a while studying your pictures and my car in the garage tonight, and mine (completely stock) is sitting about like yours is now on the Dinan springs. Of course my wheels/tires are tucked in more minus spacers. I've seen many pictures of stock sedans and coupes that look higher. Could it be that the extra 400 lbs., we're carrying in the E93 are responsible?

BTW, I never thought I do this, but I ordered four 12mm Rogue spacers today. I think you've sold a lot of RE spacers recently. I agree with your conservative approach, I didn't want the 15mm on the front either, and like you, I think that's a good approach until our RACs show up.

Thanks! I've been through wild mod times, but as I "mature" (I would hope so by now), a little restraint goes a long way. I want to respect the basic engineering they did in Munich, but jut subtly tweak to make it "mine".

It's a fabuloous car to start with. These forums are great at getting everyone to try to outmod the next (Mexico, you're untouchable!). In the end, to 98% of the population we've already got a dream car. So, don't do anything to impress. Just tweak to make it personal. That's my story, and I'm sticking to it.

05-08-2009, 12:01 AM	#25
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,493 iTrader: (3)	very nice. my macht snell shipped yesterday. curious to see how they compare. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|race pulleys\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|1995 Ford Probe gt chump car\|

05-08-2009, 01:55 AM	#26
IRMthree Captain Drives: E46 M3 SMG Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: WestCoast Posts: 665 iTrader: (0)	looks good with them on __________________ Current: E46 M3 SMG Coupe Possible Future: E92 M3 DCT Coupe

05-08-2009, 06:26 AM	#27
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05-08-2009, 08:12 AM	#28
chris s Brigadier General Drives: 2012 e92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York Posts: 4,548 iTrader: (8)	Good stuff Greg...looks great. My spacers should arrive today or tomorrow. I guess anti-seize is required? __________________ 2012 MR e92 M3 DCT, fully loaded... ESS NA V2 Tune, Akra/Challenge Sport, KW Sleeve, OEM GTS rims, Volk TE37 SLs 2008 e92 M3 Coupe 6MT \| AW/BLK Extended...SOLD!

05-08-2009, 08:29 AM	#31
dawgdog Colonel Drives: 08 e92 M3 dct Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Seattle, Wa. Posts: 2,075 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the help with the anti-seize compound Greg. I will be ordering the spacers today. __________________ AW on Fox Red Extended, Alum trim, ZPP, ZTP, DCT, 19" wheels, Heated front seats, HD radio, Sat radio, I-pod & usb, Premium sound, AP racing BBK, 18 Volk Racing TE 37s, Akrapovic Evolution exhaust, AST suspension

05-07-2009, 11:56 PM	#24
signes Brigadier General Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Spinnin at 8k Posts: 3,192 iTrader: (3)	Looks excellent, very clean. Have a straight on side view? Curious how the Dinan drop looks from that angle.

05-08-2009, 09:50 AM	#32
Radiation Joe Veni Vidi Vici Drives: '11 JB/BBe-6sp-e90 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Macungie PA Posts: 2,674 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2003 RS6 - Sold [0.00] 2011 e90 M3 [4.25] 2009 e90 M3 - Gone [0.00] 2003 M3 SOLD [0.00] old 2002 [5.00]	Ha Ha! Nuclear Grade Never Seize. Good stuff. Nuclear grade means it has limited chemical content to be compatible with the coolant systems in nuclear reactors. It helps out with inter granular stress corrosion cracking issues.

05-08-2009, 12:57 PM	#35
PunjabiM3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: VO 1M Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 1,673 iTrader: (1)	Do you use anti seize between the wheel and hub if you are not using a spacer? __________________ New ride ETA 2 weeks 2012 Audi A6 Prestige, Moonlight Blue 2009 Lexus ES350, Sparkling Graphite (wife's) Previous: 11 e82 1M, 07 997TT, 08 e92 M3, 06 997 C2S, 05 e46 M3 coupe, 03.5 e46 M3 cabrio

05-08-2009, 12:58 PM	#36
PunjabiM3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: VO 1M Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 1,673 iTrader: (1)	Oh, and the PNW weather has been absolutely terrible so far this year. It's freakin May and it feels like early March outside. __________________ New ride ETA 2 weeks 2012 Audi A6 Prestige, Moonlight Blue 2009 Lexus ES350, Sparkling Graphite (wife's) Previous: 11 e82 1M, 07 997TT, 08 e92 M3, 06 997 C2S, 05 e46 M3 coupe, 03.5 e46 M3 cabrio

05-08-2009, 01:29 PM	#37
e46e92love Colonel Drives: e92 ///M3; X3 (wife's) Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: The East Side of Things Posts: 2,990 iTrader: (0)	GregW, Do you have any shaking, wheel shimmy or anything else since the spacers would put on? No change in handling or feel of the wheel right? __________________ "...it's not about the money and not about the brand of the car, it's about handling,performance and passion......And that, no other car has all together like an M3........when you talk about the most complete car the M is invincible." --Tony Kanaan.

05-08-2009, 06:02 PM	#40
adc Brigadier General Drives: 2009 E90 M3 ED Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: MD/DC Posts: 3,945 iTrader: (6)	Does anybody have any experience with the Velocity Motorcars spacers? I was thinking of getting those because they have the rotor retaining screw - so they would 100% stay on the hubs when the wheels are off. Other than that they look like any other set of spacers (and cost the same). I was wondering if anybody has tried them on, or things they would be a good idea... (Yes, the new Rogue spacers look amazing).

05-08-2009, 07:50 PM	#42
foosh Major Drives: 2008 M3 E93 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 1,316 iTrader: (0)	Greg, I was admiring the pictures of your car today. The stance is perfect--not too high, not too low, and the 12mm spacers all the way around are a nice touch on the stock 19s. I've been looking at pictures of various E90x M cars since I bought my E93 in mid-March, and one of the things that has struck me is that the convertible seems to sit lower than the E90 or E92s I've seen. I spent a while studying your pictures and my car in the garage tonight, and mine (completely stock) is sitting about like yours is now on the Dinan springs. Of course my wheels/tires are tucked in more minus spacers. I've seen many pictures of stock sedans and coupes that look higher. Could it be that the extra 400 lbs., we're carrying in the E93 are responsible? BTW, I never thought I do this, but I ordered four 12mm Rogue spacers today. I think you've sold a lot of RE spacers recently. I agree with your conservative approach, I didn't want the 15mm on the front either, and like you, I think that's a good approach until our RACs show up. __________________

05-08-2009, 08:54 PM	#43
lucid Major General Drives: E30 M3; Expedition Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA Posts: 8,037 iTrader: (0)	Looking good Greg. My springs and camber plates will be installed on Monday. I agree that Dinan's customer service needs to be improved. Hard to get a hold of someone at sales... __________________

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