Finally took some pix!
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My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
Finally got around to taking some pix of my baby. Fresh coat of REJEX and all!
Future upgrades include: 19" Axis Penta Wheels, H&R Lowering Springs for XI models and M Aero Kit.
Enjoy!
Future upgrades include: 19" Axis Penta Wheels, H&R Lowering Springs for XI models and M Aero Kit.
Enjoy!
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My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
Simply - Perfect
Needs not:
19" Axis Penta Wheels = welcome balancing problems and streering vibrations
H&R Lowering Springs for XI models = goodbye riding comfort
M Aero Kit. = why?
Needs not:
19" Axis Penta Wheels = welcome balancing problems and streering vibrations
H&R Lowering Springs for XI models = goodbye riding comfort
M Aero Kit. = why?
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My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
Originally Posted by Ricracing' post='336206' date='Sep 19 2006, 12:39 PM
Simply - Perfect
Needs not:
19" Axis Penta Wheels = welcome balancing problems and streering vibrations
H&R Lowering Springs for XI models = goodbye riding comfort
M Aero Kit. = why?
Needs not:
19" Axis Penta Wheels = welcome balancing problems and streering vibrations
H&R Lowering Springs for XI models = goodbye riding comfort
M Aero Kit. = why?
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Originally Posted by Boarder' post='336219' date='Sep 19 2006, 12:59 PM
Very nice.
How is the ride with new springs and wheels? Are you having any issues with tire rub or similar problems?
How is the ride with new springs and wheels? Are you having any issues with tire rub or similar problems?
H&R is still taking their sweet a$$ time getting the "xi" springs out for distribution. They were supposed to be available 8/15. The wheels will be ordered shortly (Although Tony, aka: Quad_M, is slowly convincing me to go with OEM's).
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Originally Posted by cmansbimmer' post='336212' date='Sep 19 2006, 07:50 PM
Yeah, the car does look great as it is, especially when it's clean (very rare with black), but I need to fill the arches and I wouldn't mind losing the wheel gap slightly, hence the reason for the springs. 18's on my old E39 were perfect, but 18's on the E60 just don't do it. As for the Aero Kit, if not the whole thing, definitely the front bumper portion. Even my wife said the stock one has to go.
Sure I understand you "gap problem", and still I say what you win in looks you loose in comfort.
The wheel gap has a important function. If you drive in (wet) snow the gap between the tyres and the fenders is nice to have so the iced stuff don't fill the fenders - I hope you understand what I mean.
If your wife says M kit - I keep my mouth closed
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My Ride: 530i M-sports package, carbon black,Beige leather dakota, Steptronic, active steering, anti-theft alarm, sunblinds for rear window and back seat window, interior and exterior mirror with anti-dazzel function, poplar brown dark, comfort seats, PDC, extended lights package, Hi-Fi loudspeakers, Innovation Package (contains Xenon, Headlight washers, adaptive headlights, Comfort access), automatic air-conditioning, professional radio, individual high gloss satine chrome,Sunroof
yeah if you like it go for it
But so that you know it looks good already
But so that you know it looks good already
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Originally Posted by Ricracing' post='336226' date='Sep 19 2006, 01:10 PM
Your are right about the E39, even 17" looked "big" on that car.
Sure I understand you "gap problem", and still I say what you win in looks you loose in comfort.
The wheel gap has a important function. If you drive in (wet) snow the gap between the tyres and the fenders is nice to have so the iced stuff don't fill the fenders - I hope you understand what I mean.
If your wife says M kit - I keep my mouth closed
Sure I understand you "gap problem", and still I say what you win in looks you loose in comfort.
The wheel gap has a important function. If you drive in (wet) snow the gap between the tyres and the fenders is nice to have so the iced stuff don't fill the fenders - I hope you understand what I mean.
If your wife says M kit - I keep my mouth closed
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Originally Posted by 530i_msport' post='336239' date='Sep 19 2006, 01:32 PM
yeah if you like it go for it
But so that you know it looks good already
But so that you know it looks good already