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M3roar
11-24-2008, 11:07 AM
I've been looking into a set of BBS LMs but HATE the fact that the only size we get offered is 18x8. So I found a set for a e90 in 18x8.5 but the offset is 30mm.

I was wondering is any of you are running 30mm or lower offsets on your 18x8.5s. And what tire size your running to pull it off? If you are running a lower offset or even close to 30mm. Post pictures please!
bmw325e30
11-24-2008, 11:11 AM
If you want to have a decent sized tire (not overly stretched) then I'd suggest running a 225/40/18 with some fender rolling needed. I think that's the best solution if you want the biggest tire with the least amount of fender work. I had 18x8.5 ET38 with a 225/40/18 on stock fenders, and it rubbed under hard cornering.
SpasticDwarf
11-24-2008, 11:16 AM
These are 18x8.5 et33, which is close enough.

http://***************.com/Pictures/Mike/E36-%20General/Old%20Pics/DSC_0373%20copy.jpg

I don't have any fitment pics, but I ran a 235/40 on them.
bennyfizzle
11-24-2008, 11:24 AM
That will look TITS.
M3roar
11-26-2008, 01:51 AM
If you want to have a decent sized tire (not overly stretched) then I'd suggest running a 225/40/18 with some fender rolling needed. I think that's the best solution if you want the biggest tire with the least amount of fender work. I had 18x8.5 ET38 with a 225/40/18 on stock fenders, and it rubbed under hard cornering.

I am running BBS CH et35 with 245/35 EASY. Slight fender roll. No rubbing even during autocrossing. So I'm pretty sure its a bit more aggressive then your set up. You should try in next time. On a et38 you should amost be able to fit 255/35 on a well rolled ( not pulled ) fender. But unless your FI like me 245/35/18 all around would be ideal for handling especially with a et38. Again. I run that with a et35.



These are 18x8.5 et33, which is close enough.

http://***************.com/Pictures/Mike/E36-%20General/Old%20Pics/DSC_0373%20copy.jpg

I don't have any fitment pics, but I ran a 235/40 on them.

Thanks. I may roll the fenders to the point of a near pull and try a 245/35 all around then. Why you running 40 series tires? Youd get huge clearance with a 35.
BoltonM3
11-26-2008, 07:49 AM
You need to stop worrying about wheels and get a new clutch!
M3roar
11-26-2008, 09:45 AM
You need to stop worrying about wheels and get a new clutch!


Shut up... lol. I'm working on that too. I got it ordered and Jordan is gonna do the install ( I help ) next weekend.
SpasticDwarf
11-26-2008, 11:23 AM
Thanks. I may roll the fenders to the point of a near pull and try a 245/35 all around then. Why you running 40 series tires? Youd get huge clearance with a 35.

Because the tires were free. :cool
kosta
11-26-2008, 12:34 PM
you need to take into account how much of a drop the car has as well

i had 18x8.5's et 38 and they rubbed, when i rolled the fenders,
then it was ok
BoltonM3
11-26-2008, 01:41 PM
Shut up... lol. I'm working on that too. I got it ordered and Jordan is gonna do the install ( I help ) next weekend.

U going all UUC?
M3roar
11-26-2008, 01:45 PM
you need to take into account how much of a drop the car has as well

i had 18x8.5's et 38 and they rubbed, when i rolled the fenders,
then it was ok


Again , I already am running a lower offset them most of you who've posted. ET35 with 245/35/18. Check out this autocross picture and notice the tuck. Note: I just barely have my fenders rolled.

http://photos.bimmerforums.com/data/500/DSC_0212.JPG
http://photos.bimmerforums.com/data/500/DSC_0526.JPG