New Yokohama ADVAN RS's are FINALLY on their way!

M3V8Driver · 04-16-2010, 09:36 PM

Just talked to Julius at WSTO today and the RS's came in yesterday. Today, they are on their way to me. I can't wait to see them and finally try the M3 on a set of r-comps! Sorry for the useless post, but I'm excited

STALKER · 04-16-2010, 09:37 PM

Specs on the wheels?
I ordered the Advans in 18x9.5 and 18x10 for track use a month ago.

M3V8Driver · 04-16-2010, 09:43 PM

18x9 et24 and 18x10 et20, charcoal grey metallic. Ordered them over two months ago.

MrHarris · 04-16-2010, 10:02 PM

Congrats. They are AWESOME wheels. Light, strong, affordable and look great.

STALKER · 04-16-2010, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by M3V8Driver

18x9 et24 and 18x10 et20, charcoal grey metallic. Ordered them over two months ago.

Nice!!
I ordered about a month ago. Hoping they will be here mid May.
Get some pics up when they are mounted please.

MrHarris · 04-16-2010, 11:03 PM

The rear will be completely flush, but the front could use a 5mm spacer to be perfectly flush like the rear.

ChronoJ1 · 04-17-2010, 12:47 AM

Oh shizzle... can't wait for pics.

M3V8Driver · 04-17-2010, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MrHarris

The rear will be completely flush, but the front could use a 5mm spacer to be perfectly flush like the rear.

Are you serious?!?! The widths and offsets were designed for the M3, as is the center bore. They are perfect as-is:
The front wheel is 1/2" wider than OEM and 5mm more outward.
The rear wheel is 1/2" wider than OEM and 3mm more outward.

There is absolutely no need for spaceers. I can't believe you would even suggest that. One of the things that attracted me to these wheels is the fact that spacers are not needed. As somebody who spends many days/weekends at tracks, I don't want to mess with spacers or centering rings when constantly switching wheels.

Also, the color is techncially called "Dark Gun Metal", which I only got because there is no added cost associated with it. I don't care much about color, as long as they're not black.

slicer · 04-17-2010, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by M3V8Driver

Are you serious?!?! The widths and offsets were designed for the M3, as is the center bore. They are perfect as-is:
The front wheel is 1/2" wider than OEM and 5mm more outward.
The rear wheel is 1/2" wider than OEM and 3mm more outward.

There is absolutely no need for spaceers. I can't believe you would even suggest that. One of the things that attracted me to these wheels is the fact that spacers are not needed. As somebody who spends many days/weekends at tracks, I don't want to mess with spacers or centering rings when constantly switching wheels.

Also, the color is techncially called "Dark Gun Metal", which I only got because there is no added cost associated with it. I don't care much about color, as long as they're not black.

You are right that there is no need for spacers. But MrHarris is right that a 5mm spacer would give it a more flush look. Without spacers the edge of your front wheels will be 11mm closer to the fender than stock (1/2" = 12.5mm, 12.5mm/2 = 6mm, 6mm+5mm = 11mm). Many people are putting 18mm spacers on their OEM front wheels for a flush look. I had 15mm spacers on mine and loved it. A 5mm spacer is certainly not necessary but it would improve the stance.

M3V8Driver · 04-17-2010, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by slicer

You are right that there is no need for spacers. But MrHarris is right that a 5mm spacer would give it a more flush look. Without spacers the edge of your front wheels will be 11mm closer to the fender than stock (1/2" = 12.5mm, 12.5mm/2 = 6mm, 6mm+5mm = 11mm). Many people are putting 18mm spacers on their OEM front wheels for a flush look. I had 15mm spacers on mine and loved it. A 5mm spacer is certainly not necessary but it would improve the stance.

I don't care what it "looks" like. It's about performance. Having a wider front track will increase understeer, which is NOT desirable. Yokohama got it right. Sorry to be blunt, but that's how it is.

STALKER · 04-17-2010, 09:39 PM

Are you sure they are hubcentric?
I ordered 18x9.5 and 18x10, so the rears are the same and I think I recall that Advans are not hubcentric and will need rings. Using hubcentric rings is not a big deal though.

montreal red · 04-17-2010, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by STALKER

Are you sure they are hubcentric?
I ordered 18x9.5 and 18x10, so the rears are the same and I think I recall that Advans are not hubcentric and will need rings. Using hubcentric rings is not a big deal though.

advan wheels are hubcentric...no need for rings to install the wheels.

STALKER · 04-17-2010, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by montreal red

advan wheels are hubcentric...no need for rings to install the wheels.

Sweet, that is great news.

1MOREMOD · 04-17-2010, 10:30 PM

jealous i want a set too of the dark gunmetal! cant swallow the price though.

montreal red · 04-17-2010, 11:51 PM

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jealous i want a set too of the dark gunmetal! cant swallow the price though.

price may seem high but considering the quality of the rims and its low weight, the combo is hard to beat. i cant think of a single set of 19" rims at the same price point that is lighter.

1MOREMOD · 04-17-2010, 11:53 PM

i know and i may go that route but not in love with the look. really like the look of my vmr's but not the weight or strength. do you have pics of yours?

M3V8Driver · 04-18-2010, 09:13 AM

IMHO, these are one of the most perfect aftermarket wheels for our cars. The widths and offsets are perfect for upsizing tires by one or two (can run 255/35/18 or 265/35/18 in front and 275/35/18 or 285/35/18 in back). They don't need spacers or hub-centering rings, and of course, the bolt pattern is correct. They accept OEM TPMS no problem, are relatively light, and very strong. The ONLY bad thing about them is that some folks don't like their looks. I for one, like them. But alas, they'll only see track use, so who cares.

1MOREMOD · 04-18-2010, 09:43 AM

im still jealous. if i get another set i think these are them. post pics when you get it all together.

montreal red · 04-18-2010, 01:06 PM

here are some pics of the wheels... i am on stock suspension (not lowering it cos i put oem 18s in the winter)

1MOREMOD · 04-18-2010, 01:13 PM

i like it. so your set is black rather than the standard dark gunmetal?

M3V8Driver · 04-18-2010, 01:25 PM

Nice pictures, but mine won't look the same. Mine are 18" and dark gun metal, not 19" and black.

rrobert22 · 04-18-2010, 02:41 PM

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Nice pictures, but mine won't look the same. Mine are 18" and dark gun metal, not 19" and black.

They look great to me

04-16-2010, 09:36 PM	#1
M3V8Driver Captain 73 Rep 725 Posts Drives: E92 M3 - DCT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	New Yokohama ADVAN RS's are FINALLY on their way! Just talked to Julius at WSTO today and the RS's came in yesterday. Today, they are on their way to me. I can't wait to see them and finally try the M3 on a set of r-comps! Sorry for the useless post, but I'm excited __________________ Mmmm... M&Ms, Dale
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STALKER Brigadier General 169 Rep 3,831 Posts Drives: 997.2 GT3, Golf R Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (5)	Specs on the wheels? I ordered the Advans in 18x9.5 and 18x10 for track use a month ago. __________________
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M3V8Driver Captain 73 Rep 725 Posts Drives: E92 M3 - DCT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	18x9 et24 and 18x10 et20, charcoal grey metallic. Ordered them over two months ago. __________________ Mmmm... M&Ms, Dale
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MrHarris yodog 197 Rep 5,026 Posts Drives: '86 Corolla Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Diamond Bar, Ca iTrader: (5) Garage List 2009 BMW [10.00]	The rear will be completely flush, but the front could use a 5mm spacer to be perfectly flush like the rear. __________________ 2009 E92 M3 \| Alpine White \| Black Extended \| Advan RS \| Turner Test Pipes \| Dinan Axle-Back \| OETuning \| Eibach Springs \| UUC SSK \| VRS Front Lip \| VRS Type I Diffuser \| Matte Black \| RPi Scoops \| MS Filter \| Yokohama AD08 \| F1 Pinnacle Special Thanks: Gintani \| OETuning \| eAs
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STALKER Brigadier General 169 Rep 3,831 Posts Drives: 997.2 GT3, Golf R Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (5)	Are you sure they are hubcentric? I ordered 18x9.5 and 18x10, so the rears are the same and I think I recall that Advans are not hubcentric and will need rings. Using hubcentric rings is not a big deal though. __________________
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	jealous i want a set too of the dark gunmetal! cant swallow the price though. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	i know and i may go that route but not in love with the look. really like the look of my vmr's but not the weight or strength. do you have pics of yours? __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\| Last edited by 1MOREMOD; 04-18-2010 at 12:55 AM..
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M3V8Driver Captain 73 Rep 725 Posts Drives: E92 M3 - DCT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	IMHO, these are one of the most perfect aftermarket wheels for our cars. The widths and offsets are perfect for upsizing tires by one or two (can run 255/35/18 or 265/35/18 in front and 275/35/18 or 285/35/18 in back). They don't need spacers or hub-centering rings, and of course, the bolt pattern is correct. They accept OEM TPMS no problem, are relatively light, and very strong. The ONLY bad thing about them is that some folks don't like their looks. I for one, like them. But alas, they'll only see track use, so who cares. __________________ Mmmm... M&Ms, Dale
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	im still jealous. if i get another set i think these are them. post pics when you get it all together. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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montreal red chris 278 Rep 12,144 Posts Drives: White Boat Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (31)	here are some pics of the wheels... i am on stock suspension (not lowering it cos i put oem 18s in the winter) Attached Images __________________ Current: 2013 F10 M5 & 2016 Mini JCW 2013 GLK350 (gone), 997.1 GT3RS (gone), 2009 WRX STI (gone), e92 M3 (gone)
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	i like it. so your set is black rather than the standard dark gunmetal? __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster\|Euro header\|BW exhaust\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|apr gt 250 & splitter\|ST-40\|XR-2\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|BW studs\|
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M3V8Driver Captain 73 Rep 725 Posts Drives: E92 M3 - DCT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	Nice pictures, but mine won't look the same. Mine are 18" and dark gun metal, not 19" and black. __________________ Mmmm... M&Ms, Dale
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