To Sum Up on M135 Rims and wheels
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I just made a quick search on the forum and found many threads spread over; i just wonted some help to summarize the following.
I have an E61 M-Packed fitted with M135 rims and 245/40/18 Goodyears.
Now, please, add any comment to the following:
1. Is it possible to place other-measure-tires on rear rims (i.e. 275)?
2. Which "better" (if any) RF tire would you suggest to replace the original RF Goodyear?
3. Is it possible to mount non RF tires on the 135 Rims?
4. Which NON RF tire would you suggest to replace the original RF Goodyear?
Thanks a lot for your help.
Luke
I have an E61 M-Packed fitted with M135 rims and 245/40/18 Goodyears.
Now, please, add any comment to the following:
1. Is it possible to place other-measure-tires on rear rims (i.e. 275)?
2. Which "better" (if any) RF tire would you suggest to replace the original RF Goodyear?
3. Is it possible to mount non RF tires on the 135 Rims?
4. Which NON RF tire would you suggest to replace the original RF Goodyear?
Thanks a lot for your help.
Luke
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1.It's not possible to fit 275s.
3.As far as I'm concerned you can fit non RF tyres on the 135 wheels.
4. I think michelin have som nice wheels(don't remember the name)
3.As far as I'm concerned you can fit non RF tyres on the 135 wheels.
4. I think michelin have som nice wheels(don't remember the name)
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The Michelin PS2 which is a non-RF in 245/40-18 will fit on the M135 quite well and you'll be happy with the ride.
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Originally Posted by bobr2001' post='210325' date='Dec 12 2005, 06:44 PM
The Michelin PS2 which is a non-RF in 245/40-18 will fit on the M135 quite well and you'll be happy with the ride.
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On the same theme, my E61 530D Tourer is fitted with 138 wheels (7.5J x 17) and 225/50 R17 Bridgestone RE050 RF's which I hate.
I was hoping to change to PS2's but would have to move to 225/45 R17's.
is this a viable option? or would I be better sticking to 50 profile tyres such as the Mich Pilot Primacy, Goodyear F1 GS D3 or Conti ?
I was hoping to change to PS2's but would have to move to 225/45 R17's.
is this a viable option? or would I be better sticking to 50 profile tyres such as the Mich Pilot Primacy, Goodyear F1 GS D3 or Conti ?
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[quote name='Keith Farrow' date='Dec 17 2005, 10:33 AM' post='212558']
On the same theme, my E61 530D Tourer is fitted with 138 wheels (7.5J x 17) and 225/50 R17 Bridgestone RE050 RF's which I hate.
I was hoping to change to PS2's but would have to move to 225/45 R17's.
is this a viable option? or would I be better sticking to 50 profile tyres such as the Mich Pilot Primacy, Goodyear F1 GS D3 or Conti ?
How about moving to a 235/45 to get closer to the original diameter.
Specification Sidewall Radius Diameter Circumference Revolutions Speedometer Odometer Difference
225/50-17 4.4" 12.9" 25.9" 81.2" 780/mi 60MPH 10000mi N/A
235/45-17 4.2" 12.7" 25.3" 79.6" 796/mi 61MPH 10210mi -2.1%
225/45-17 4.0" 12.5" 25.0" 78.5" 808/mi 62MPH 10355mi -3.4%
On the same theme, my E61 530D Tourer is fitted with 138 wheels (7.5J x 17) and 225/50 R17 Bridgestone RE050 RF's which I hate.
I was hoping to change to PS2's but would have to move to 225/45 R17's.
is this a viable option? or would I be better sticking to 50 profile tyres such as the Mich Pilot Primacy, Goodyear F1 GS D3 or Conti ?
How about moving to a 235/45 to get closer to the original diameter.
Specification Sidewall Radius Diameter Circumference Revolutions Speedometer Odometer Difference
225/50-17 4.4" 12.9" 25.9" 81.2" 780/mi 60MPH 10000mi N/A
235/45-17 4.2" 12.7" 25.3" 79.6" 796/mi 61MPH 10210mi -2.1%
225/45-17 4.0" 12.5" 25.0" 78.5" 808/mi 62MPH 10355mi -3.4%
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With regards to rear rim of 275.
As far as I know the rear suspension of the Touring edition is of a different design than the E60, which eliminates the possiblity to fit as wide alternative as available for the sedan edition.
As far as I know the rear suspension of the Touring edition is of a different design than the E60, which eliminates the possiblity to fit as wide alternative as available for the sedan edition.
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Yes, the air-cushions take up quite a lot of space in the rear housings. I have tested 124 rims with 275 in the rear and I think it will work. It was not much space left, but when the car was in riding position it was 1cm left and it's enought. To sum up. If you get wheels with the correct offset it might be possible to fit 275 wheels on the rear of a E61.
