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02-16-2009, 08:49 AM
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My Ride: 2006 530xi. alpine white, black leather, 6 speed. mtech kit.
I know a few of you guys have had 530xi's with 19" rims. im really trying to avoid low profiles (i.e. 35, 30). what are my options for tire sizes. i know c recommended 245/40/19 and 275/35/19...those just seem too low profile for my roads. whats the largest i can go? thanks.
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My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
some people recommend 285/35/19 in the back for better fit. As you might know, the profile figure in the tire size is the percentage of the width, hence on a 285mm tire 35% is more than on a 275. That being said, from what I know this is pretty much as far as it is recommended to go - you have to remember, higher profile tire's overall diameter is bigger, which brings upon all kinds of rubbing issues...
hope this helps though GL and keep us posted on what you find out too
hope this helps though GL and keep us posted on what you find out too
02-20-2009, 01:56 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Alpine White 550i Sport, Cream Beige Interior, 6-Sp Manual - retired 9/2011
Originally Posted by zagato' post='797508' date='Feb 20 2009, 06:28 AM
I am in the same situation... getting 19 rims next week, and I want 285/35 on the rear, but as I heard around, they rub..... 
02-20-2009, 02:16 PM
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My Ride: 2006 525XI, Jet black on Dakota beige. Premium and winter packages. I consider myself a purist and intend to keep my car absolutely stock and shiny.
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In addition to the valuable resources here, you could call the experts at http://www.tirerack.com and I am sure they'll be able to give you some informed opinions as well. G/L
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Originally Posted by zolensky' post='794058' date='Feb 16 2009, 12:49 PM
I know a few of you guys have had 530xi's with 19" rims. im really trying to avoid low profiles (i.e. 35, 30). what are my options for tire sizes. i know c recommended 245/40/19 and 275/35/19...those just seem too low profile for my roads. whats the largest i can go? thanks.
Think on it!
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