Wanted to get new wheel but...

csupernova · 07-08-2008, 12:21 AM

Hi guys

I have non-ZSP with standard suspension 17" OEM wheel. I'm thinking of getting 19" CSL or M6 wheel. For now, I have no intention to lower the car.
Will putting a larger wheel close the gap between the tire and the car?

Thanks for any input.

maui86 · 07-08-2008, 01:42 AM

i have a e90 non-sport too. i dont have links, but i've seen some pics of 19's without lowering the car and yes, it does close the gap some, but it also makes the car look lifted. i'm going to put bmw sport suspension on first before putting larger rims.

teri

HRC · 07-08-2008, 02:08 AM

If you use the correct sizes, a larger wheel and tire will have the same or close to the same overall diameter of the stock wheels and tires. So if done right, the gap will not be closed going with bigger wheels and tires.

However, installing bigger wheels and tires actually has the opposite visual effect: they make your gap look larger, bigger. So even if you do it right, and you do not lower your car, your car will look slightly lifted with your new wheels.

Danny

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csupernova Captain 33 Rep 606 Posts Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NYC iTrader: (7)	Wanted to get new wheel but... Hi guys I have non-ZSP with standard suspension 17" OEM wheel. I'm thinking of getting 19" CSL or M6 wheel. For now, I have no intention to lower the car. Will putting a larger wheel close the gap between the tire and the car? Thanks for any input.
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maui86 Captain 38 Rep 738 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: paradise iTrader: (1)	i have a e90 non-sport too. i dont have links, but i've seen some pics of 19's without lowering the car and yes, it does close the gap some, but it also makes the car look lifted. i'm going to put bmw sport suspension on first before putting larger rims. teri __________________ http://videos.streetfire.net/video/s...rays_37268.htm gotta do what i gotta do to get them donuts 04 spec-v: rip dec07
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HRC MAUI BUILT 497 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	If you use the correct sizes, a larger wheel and tire will have the same or close to the same overall diameter of the stock wheels and tires. So if done right, the gap will not be closed going with bigger wheels and tires. However, installing bigger wheels and tires actually has the opposite visual effect: they make your gap look larger, bigger. So even if you do it right, and you do not lower your car, your car will look slightly lifted with your new wheels. Danny __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
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