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02-07-2007, 11:45 AM
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I'm hoping to get the '08 535i someday and just having fun compiling a parts / to do lists for this new "project family car".
I'm ordering the car with the M-Technik aero kit. I like the M5 front bumper a little bit but I prefer the M-technik rear bumper over the M5.
My questions are these:
1. If I end up running the M5 front bumper and keeping the stock front fenders..
- how much modification on the fenders are required to make it line up with the m5 bumper
- anyone done this before.. pics and/or links is appreciated.
2. I understand that the M5 have wider front fenders than the non-M E60s. Anyone know how much wider?
3. If I end up having to replace the stock fenders to the M5 fenders, can I still use my M-technik sidekirts? Will it line up with the M5 front bumper?
4. As far as the sideskirts, are there any differences between the M-Technik sides vs the M5 sides?
5. I'm also looking into 20" wheels. What is the widest wheels you guys have seen that was fitted in a non-M E60.
All and any info is much appreciated
I'm ordering the car with the M-Technik aero kit. I like the M5 front bumper a little bit but I prefer the M-technik rear bumper over the M5.
My questions are these:
1. If I end up running the M5 front bumper and keeping the stock front fenders..
- how much modification on the fenders are required to make it line up with the m5 bumper
- anyone done this before.. pics and/or links is appreciated.
2. I understand that the M5 have wider front fenders than the non-M E60s. Anyone know how much wider?
3. If I end up having to replace the stock fenders to the M5 fenders, can I still use my M-technik sidekirts? Will it line up with the M5 front bumper?
4. As far as the sideskirts, are there any differences between the M-Technik sides vs the M5 sides?
5. I'm also looking into 20" wheels. What is the widest wheels you guys have seen that was fitted in a non-M E60.
All and any info is much appreciated
02-07-2007, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by jonsibal' post='388435' date='Feb 7 2007, 12:45 PM
I'm hoping to get the '08 535i someday and just having fun compiling a parts / to do lists for this new "project family car".
I'm ordering the car with the M-Technik aero kit. I like the M5 front bumper a little bit but I prefer the M-technik rear bumper over the M5.
My questions are these:
1. If I end up running the M5 front bumper and keeping the stock front fenders..
- how much modification on the fenders are required to make it line up with the m5 bumper
- anyone done this before.. pics and/or links is appreciated.
I know of two people who successfully did this mod. PM my530i and Busta. BTW, Busta's in Socal.
2. I understand that the M5 have wider front fenders than the non-M E60s. Anyone know how much wider?
10mm wider front fender per side. That's why the M5 can accommodate 255/40/19 tires with the 166 wheels whereas regular e60s can only use 245/35/19 tires with the 166 wheels.
3. If I end up having to replace the stock fenders to the M5 fenders, can I still use my M-technik sidekirts? Will it line up with the M5 front bumper?
Yes. The M-tech sideskirts will fit just fine with or without M5 front fenders.
4. As far as the sideskirts, are there any differences between the M-Technik sides vs the M5 sides?
They are the exact same part.
5. I'm also looking into 20" wheels. What is the widest wheels you guys have seen that was fitted in a non-M E60.
All and any info is much appreciated
I think 10x20 is the widest. I don't know if anyone is running any 10.5 or greater.
I'm ordering the car with the M-Technik aero kit. I like the M5 front bumper a little bit but I prefer the M-technik rear bumper over the M5.
My questions are these:
1. If I end up running the M5 front bumper and keeping the stock front fenders..
- how much modification on the fenders are required to make it line up with the m5 bumper
- anyone done this before.. pics and/or links is appreciated.
I know of two people who successfully did this mod. PM my530i and Busta. BTW, Busta's in Socal.
2. I understand that the M5 have wider front fenders than the non-M E60s. Anyone know how much wider?
10mm wider front fender per side. That's why the M5 can accommodate 255/40/19 tires with the 166 wheels whereas regular e60s can only use 245/35/19 tires with the 166 wheels.
3. If I end up having to replace the stock fenders to the M5 fenders, can I still use my M-technik sidekirts? Will it line up with the M5 front bumper?
Yes. The M-tech sideskirts will fit just fine with or without M5 front fenders.
4. As far as the sideskirts, are there any differences between the M-Technik sides vs the M5 sides?
They are the exact same part.
5. I'm also looking into 20" wheels. What is the widest wheels you guys have seen that was fitted in a non-M E60.
All and any info is much appreciated
I think 10x20 is the widest. I don't know if anyone is running any 10.5 or greater.
02-07-2007, 04:53 PM
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ahh, thanks for answering all of my questions.
Regarding how much tire we can fit in our non-M E60, being that the M5s are wider in the front, how about the rear? I understand that the M5 rear bumper just bolts directly but can we fit wider tires/wheels on the rear as much as what the M5s can?
hope that makes sense
Regarding how much tire we can fit in our non-M E60, being that the M5s are wider in the front, how about the rear? I understand that the M5 rear bumper just bolts directly but can we fit wider tires/wheels on the rear as much as what the M5s can?
hope that makes sense
02-07-2007, 04:57 PM
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Depends on the wheel. I know that member poleposition has 295s in the rear on his 530i.
02-07-2007, 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by jonsibal' post='388592' date='Feb 7 2007, 08:53 PM
ahh, thanks for answering all of my questions.
Regarding how much tire we can fit in our non-M E60, being that the M5s are wider in the front, how about the rear? I understand that the M5 rear bumper just bolts directly but can we fit wider tires/wheels on the rear as much as what the M5s can?
hope that makes sense
Regarding how much tire we can fit in our non-M E60, being that the M5s are wider in the front, how about the rear? I understand that the M5 rear bumper just bolts directly but can we fit wider tires/wheels on the rear as much as what the M5s can?
hope that makes sense
20x10.5 has been done with 295 25 and in fact I think someone online has a 20x11 setup
Just because you bolt on a rear m5 bumper doesnt mean your getting more clearance inside your wheel wells.
02-07-2007, 04:59 PM
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Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
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Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
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Thanks for clearing that up, xexyus. Damn, 20x11 is really wide. 
02-07-2007, 05:03 PM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='388597' date='Feb 7 2007, 08:59 PM
Thanks for clearing that up, xexyus. Damn, 20x11 is really wide.
Yo did you hear about the Kim Kardeshan (cant spell her last name) sex tape with Ray J?
He busts a nut on her and then LICKS IT OFF LIKE A HOMO and then he takes a piss on her.
its great it just came outNot to steer things off course here or anything
02-07-2007, 05:05 PM
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Originally Posted by xexyus' post='388596' date='Feb 7 2007, 05:57 PM
Just because you bolt on a rear m5 bumper doesnt mean your getting more clearance inside your wheel wells.
I actually rather keep the M-technik rear bumper. With the Hamman diffuser, I feel that it looks better. My concerns is just how much tire and wheel width we can fit.
Thanks for the input. I really appreciate it
02-07-2007, 05:09 PM
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Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
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Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
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Originally Posted by xexyus' post='388604' date='Feb 7 2007, 06:03 PM
Yo did you hear about the Kim Kardeshan (cant spell her last name) sex tape with Ray J?
He busts a nut on her and then LICKS IT OFF LIKE A HOMO and then he takes a piss on her. its great it just came out
Not to steer things off course here or anything
He busts a nut on her and then LICKS IT OFF LIKE A HOMO and then he takes a piss on her.
its great it just came outNot to steer things off course here or anything
Bust a nut, fine but don't be licking your own. 
Okay, back on topic.
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Originally Posted by xexyus' post='388604' date='Feb 7 2007, 06:03 PM
Yo did you hear about the Kim Kardeshan (cant spell her last name) sex tape with Ray J?
He busts a nut on her and then LICKS IT OFF LIKE A HOMO and then he takes a piss on her. its great it just came out
Not to steer things off course here or anything
He busts a nut on her and then LICKS IT OFF LIKE A HOMO and then he takes a piss on her.
its great it just came outNot to steer things off course here or anything