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    e36 springs for 17 inch wheels

    Hi,

    I'm about to buy some 17' Alpina (replica) wheels for my E36 316 Coupe.
    Fitting these wheels on this type of car will make it look a bit off imo. So I'm looking for some lowering springs to lower it to its original height, or a bit lower if possible.

    Now I realy dont want the car to start rubbing or screw up the driving comfort by lowering it too much.

    I see that alot of vendors produce the 40/30 cm (1.5/1.1 inches) springs for this type of car. Will this work with the 17inch wheels?

    suggestions/experiences/pictures are appreciated .
    Last edited by ltv; 10-05-2017 at 09:20 AM. Reason: added engine type / added inches

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    I don't think that you're going to have any issues with the 17s and an inch drop - what size tires are you planning on putting on? Take a look at the link below to get a better understanding of wheel fitment and spacing/offset.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Pelican Parts View Post
    I don't think that you're going to have any issues with the 17s and an inch drop - what size tires are you planning on putting on? Take a look at the link below to get a better understanding of wheel fitment and spacing/offset.

    Wheel Fitment & Spacing Guide
    Thanks for the input!

    I looked through the guide, there is alot more to it than meets the eye for sure!

    The rims come with a as good as new set of tires. The dimensions are 225/45.
    The rims have the following specs;
    7/5 j ET 38.

    I don´t have alot to compare with but I guess this is pretty standard for a 17 inch wheel?





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    Other members would need to confirm that there will be no rub with 225s in the front. Just make sure that the wheels you're buying are 5x120 bolt pattern (standard for bmw).

    Quote Originally Posted by ltv View Post
    Thanks for the input!

    I looked through the guide, there is alot more to it than meets the eye for sure!

    The rims come with a as good as new set of tires. The dimensions are 225/45.
    The rims have the following specs;
    7/5 j ET 38.

    I don´t have alot to compare with but I guess this is pretty standard for a 17 inch wheel?




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    17” E36 wheels run from ET 35 to ET 41 in 7” up to 8.5” wide.
    You should have no problems with 225/45-17 tires on 7.5” rims, with the backspace mentioned.


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