19" 545i knock off wheels installed! Pictures!

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Mar 30, 2004 | 03:56 AM

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Chrisq, do you find your car feel heavier and nosier after changing from 16" to 18" rims? Do you have to reset the tyre pressure on the idrive after changing the wheels? I had to as the idrive gave a tyre puncture warning after the 18" wheels were put on.

Mar 30, 2004 | 03:57 AM

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Chrisq, sorry, one more question. What is your tyre pressure for front and back wheels?

Mar 30, 2004 | 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Alex' date='Mar 30 2004, 06:15 AM

[quote name='chrisg' date='Mar 28 2004, 01:59 PM'] No problems with the wheels or tires.? They have both been great!? I only used the factory wheel center because I could.? The centers that came with the wheels were an incredible match and would work just as well.

Hi Chrisq,

I saw a set of 18" for $800. Would those fit the E60 too ? Also, did you lower the car for those wheels ? [/quote]
Yes, the 18" & 17" work also. No I didn't lower the car.

Mar 30, 2004 | 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Guest_Kiasu King' date='Mar 30 2004, 06:56 AM

The car was actual quieter with these great tires. I was also very surprised not to have any change in the ride quality either. The car doesn't feel heavier but, the wheels and tires are heavier than my stock 16" wheels and tires. I did have to reset the tire pressure but, that was no big deal.

Mar 30, 2004 | 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Kiasu' date='Mar 30 2004, 06:57 AM

Chrisq, sorry, one more question. What is your tyre pressure for front and back wheels?

I did 36 lbs on all four. But you could probably range from 28 to 40 depending on your preference.

Mar 30, 2004 | 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by chrisg' date='Mar 30 2004, 11:26 AM

[quote name='Alex' date='Mar 30 2004, 06:15 AM'] [quote name='chrisg' date='Mar 28 2004, 01:59 PM'] No problems with the wheels or tires.? They have both been great!? I only used the factory wheel center because I could.? The centers that came with the wheels were an incredible match and would work just as well.

Hi Chrisq,

I saw a set of 18" for $800. Would those fit the E60 too ? Also, did you lower the car for those wheels ? [/quote]
Yes, the 18" & 17" work also. No I didn't lower the car. [/quote]
Thanks Chrisq, I play it safe n go for the 18" set as it is the maximum size BMW recommended in their catalog here in Hong Kong.

Mar 30, 2004 | 03:31 PM

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Chrisq, thanks.

Mar 31, 2004 | 06:18 AM

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kiasu........how abt some pics of your wheels?

Jul 17, 2004 | 01:34 AM

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Did you need or were you sent any "rings" to be inserted in the wheel hubs prior to mounting to ensure a proper fit? or did the wheels have an exact mounting fit like factory wheels?

Thanks

Jul 17, 2004 | 05:51 AM

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My Ride: 545, Auto, Sport, L7, Pdc, Sunshades, Silver Gray/Black, 19x8.5/9.5 Monet Wheels, Michelin PS A/S Tires, Full M-KIt, B&B Exhaust, 20% Llumar Tint

Wheels look great...I've been curious how the 19 reps would look and you've answered my question!

A friend who ordered 124 reps had a similiar experience as you in terms of finish...he went through several wheels before he ended with 4 that were acceptable to him. And even in the end...they're still not perfect...they have some minor paint bubbles etc....but for the price it doesn't seem to bother him.

Same wheel as you but in 18"...made in Italy