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Old 08-18-2009, 07:24 AM
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I'm pulling the trigger on new Miro M6 reps this week. I currently have 19" rims and had every intention of going with 20". However, some friends have been telling me to go with 19 again. My tire man said they would rub if they were 20"x9.5" as mine 19x9 are close. I don't have a sport suspension so H&R drop and spacers are in my near future... Heres a pic of my ride, what are your thoughts? Thanks guys
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Old 08-18-2009, 07:43 AM
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Your tire amn is wrong. Many members here have 20X9.5 without rubbing and this is even less likely without sports suspension. Also, if you are going with H&R and spacers you'll definitely be fine. Good luck with the choice and remember - no pics = it didn't happen
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"It's not the size but how you drive it"

But seriously, given the proper offset, 9.5 should fit for rear wheels.
Others are even running, 10, 10.5 and 11 width wheels.
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Originally Posted by 2004E60Beemer' post='980682' date='Aug 18 2009, 11:24 AM
I'm pulling the trigger on new Miro M6 reps this week. I currently have 19" rims and had every intention of going with 20". However, some friends have been telling me to go with 19 again. My tire man said they would rub if they were 20"x9.5" as mine 19x9 are close. I don't have a sport suspension so H&R drop and spacers are in my near future... Heres a pic of my ride, what are your thoughts? Thanks guys
20s look better. 19s are more resistent to road hazard damage due to their taller sidewall. 19s are a better wheel if you are into serious performance driving (lower unsprung weight than the same wheel in 20 inch side) and a better ride than 20s (assuming the same type of wheel and same type of tire).

20s do not fit my driving preferences and style. But they may fit your depending on your own needs.
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20's!
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this is a easy one! 20's! B/c you driving a E60, you gotta throw some D's on it.
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Originally Posted by 2004E60Beemer' post='980682' date='Aug 18 2009, 10:24 AM
I'm pulling the trigger on new Miro M6 reps this week. I currently have 19" rims and had every intention of going with 20". However, some friends have been telling me to go with 19 again. My tire man said they would rub if they were 20"x9.5" as mine 19x9 are close. I don't have a sport suspension so H&R drop and spacers are in my near future... Heres a pic of my ride, what are your thoughts? Thanks guys
IMO, I'd consider this set-up in 19s and drop it like it's hot Fantastic 5 is selling a new set at a great price!

Thanks for the photo, Frank(MRFVA)
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