[merchomini]

So i know there are some suspension parts out there that dont work with the xi's but im wondering if i slap any bmw wheel on there will i have issues? What if i only go with 18s instead of 19's, and what offset can i get to and tire size but still have no rubbing or issues???

thanks guys

[E92ML]

Assuming that the wheels actually fit over the brakes and in the wheel well then yes. All the tires must be the same height though, like 30 series, 35, 40 etc. I believe the widths can be different though.

[merchomini]

another question- Will vmr 19x9.5s square 33 offset fit on the e90 xdrive....???????????

[reprod]

If you go 18s then go with:
Front: 225/40/18
Rear: 255/35/18

If you go with 19s then go with:
Front: 235/35/19
Rear: 265/30/19 or 275/30/19 (Depending on your offsets, tire sidewall design, etc.)

Keep us updated if you get some wheels and post some pics once done. Enjoy the 3'er.

[merchomini]

Originally Posted by reprod

If you go 18s then go with:
Front: 225/40/18
Rear: 255/35/18

If you go with 19s then go with:
Front: 235/35/19
Rear: 265/30/19 or 275/30/19 (Depending on your offsets, tire sidewall design, etc.)

Keep us updated if you get some wheels and post some pics once done. Enjoy the 3'er.

ok cool, right on bro, ill def post pics when its finally done, im still just shopping and trying to decide what i want to do........decisions decisions, but thanks for all the help, much appreciated.

[cabophisher]

Originally Posted by merchomini

another question- Will vmr 19x9.5s square 33 offset fit on the e90 xdrive....???????????

I've got the following setup:

2009 335xi LCI
VMR V710
Hankook Ventus V12
Front : 245 35 19, 19x9 ET35
Rear : 265 30 19, 19x9.5 ET33

Zero rubbing (obvious when you see the pictures)

I just got H&R sport springs in yesterday. Putting them on this weekend.

(sorry for the repeat pictures - these pics have been posted a million times - I will take more with the springs)

[merchomini]

nice, love the wheels, i guess the real question now is when your lowered are there gonna be rubbing issues.......thanks for the help, make sure you post up the lwered pics for comparison, i will def be lowered shortly after getting my wheels

[cabophisher]

I plan on taking measurements from the ground to the start of the fender. I will send before and after measurements and photos.

I'm also contemplating not lowering the rears. They already look good - it's the fronts that are bad. Does anybody have any advice here?

[merchomini]

looking forward to the pictures, i dont know if i would not lower the rears if i was lowering the fronts, but i dunno that up to you. looking forward to seeing it....

[j2m]

Originally Posted by cabophisher

I plan on taking measurements from the ground to the start of the fender. I will send before and after measurements and photos.

I'm also contemplating not lowering the rears. They already look good - it's the fronts that are bad. Does anybody have any advice here?

It seems that not all xi's are built the same but I had about 1" less wheel gap on my rear than I had on my front. So the gap was about 2 3/4" on rear and 3 3/4" on the front. After install of my dinan suspension I am at about 1 3/4" wheel gap on front and just under an inch on the rear. I would definitely drop the rear if you're going to do the front. I have 19.9 (square) with 255/30/19 all around and do not have my fenders rolled, yet, and I am not rubbing at all.
here's a link if you want to see my current set-up: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=574980

[merchomini]

Originally Posted by j2m

It seems that not all xi's are built the same but I had about 1" less wheel gap on my rear than I had on my front. So the gap was about 2 3/4" on rear and 3 3/4" on the front. After install of my dinan suspension I am at about 1 3/4" wheel gap on front and just under an inch on the rear. I would definitely drop the rear if you're going to do the front. I have 19.9 (square) with 255/30/19 all around and do not have my fenders rolled, yet, and I am not rubbing at all.
here's a link if you want to see my current set-up: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=574980

perfect, love the post, very helpful.... my drop will probably becoming in like 6 months, but hopefully i can swoop some wheels before winter here.....but i was def gonna do a square setup, nice to no u can squeeze 9s in all around.

[cabophisher]

Originally Posted by j2m

It seems that not all xi's are built the same but I had about 1" less wheel gap on my rear than I had on my front. So the gap was about 2 3/4" on rear and 3 3/4" on the front. After install of my dinan suspension I am at about 1 3/4" wheel gap on front and just under an inch on the rear. I would definitely drop the rear if you're going to do the front. I have 19.9 (square) with 255/30/19 all around and do not have my fenders rolled, yet, and I am not rubbing at all.
here's a link if you want to see my current set-up: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=574980

Your car looks great. 99.9% of the world would say your drop looks perfect. BUT... from the pics it looks like the rear is stuffed more than the front. I wonder what it would look like if the 'stuffing' was the same on front and rear.

You know how the Lexus IS model points down? I wonder if our cars would look like that if we just lowered the front...? Not that I am saying that a frontward, downward scenario is good..... I'm just saying that there should be an equal wheel gap in front and back... right?

We are cursed with the 4X4 look with our XI's. Maybe a front-only-drop is the answer.

[cabophisher]

Also... how did you do your roof? I think it would look cool on my white car.

[j2m]

Originally Posted by cabophisher

Your car looks great. 99.9% of the world would say your drop looks perfect. BUT... from the pics it looks like the rear is stuffed more than the front. I wonder what it would look like if the 'stuffing' was the same on front and rear.

You know how the Lexus IS model points down? I wonder if our cars would look like that if we just lowered the front...? Not that I am saying that a frontward, downward scenario is good..... I'm just saying that there should be an equal wheel gap in front and back... right?

We are cursed with the 4X4 look with our XI's. Maybe a front-only-drop is the answer.

Yeah I agree, I am not happy with the front of my car. I have ordered the front Koni struts from Dinan and they are going to figure out how to drop another 1/2 to 3/4". I agree the wheel gap should be closer. I'll keep everyone posted on my progress. I don;t want it slammed, just closer.

[j2m]

Originally Posted by cabophisher

Also... how did you do your roof? I think it would look cool on my white car.

I wrapped the roof, mirrors, and trim in 3M matte vinyl. It turned out really good. The 3M is the way to go. I tried to work with the Avery Gloss Vinyl and it was near impossible to get perfect, at least for a rookie. I love the Black roof on white, looks stunning! I vote for DO IT!

[merchomini]

Front: 8.5J x 19", offset 36.
Rear: 8.5J x 19", offset 43

how would that look on an e90.........any spacers needed, or would these just not fit?

[MassBimmer]

They'll fit but you'll want a 20 mm spacer in the rear at least...not the ideal offset

[merchomini]

ok.....so now im wondering if i have a square setup with these dimensions

Size: 18x9
Offset: 35mm
Backspacing: 6.49"
Bolt Pattern: 5-120
Rec. Tire Size: 255/35-18

The site offers fronts in a smaller width and different offset, but i want to keep it a square setup, would the 35mm offset be alright on all four corners...?

[merchomini]

Size: 18x8.5
Offset: 38mm
Backspacing: 6.18"
Bolt Pattern: 5-120
Rec. Tire Size: 225/45-18

This is another option....


im just wondering how the offset will work if they are the same all around....anyone know what the best offset is for a square setup??

[merchomini]

bump cuz i wanna buy some wheels but need the ok on fitment from an expert on here ^^^^^spec above