Pics of 535 non-sport with 166's
02-11-2008, 08:40 PM
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After much back and forth, i finally made a decision about wheels and chose 166's. I was considering a big lipped 20in spoke wheel, but ultimately chose OEM reliability/strength and the agressive look (my opinion) of the 166. My car is non-sport, m-tech side skirts are on the way.
Is there too much gap between the wheel and fender? I know most mod minded members will say to lower it, but just looking for opinions.
Thanks to member "delje08" for the good price for wheels, tires and 12mm Rogue spacers.
IT
Is there too much gap between the wheel and fender? I know most mod minded members will say to lower it, but just looking for opinions.
Thanks to member "delje08" for the good price for wheels, tires and 12mm Rogue spacers.
IT
02-11-2008, 08:51 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S Convertible. Midnight Blue, 6 Speed.Retired - 2007 997 Carrera S, Midnight Blue, Grey leather, premium audioRetired - 2007 550i, Monaco Blue over Beige, Navigation, Logic 7, Cold Weather Pack, Comfort Access, Sport Package
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I think it looks just fine as is, the 166's are a great looking wheel and fill the wheels better than the stock wheels. I'd be happy with the new wheels and leave the ride height alone.
02-11-2008, 09:25 PM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
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Lower it!!! The ride quality won't suffer. 
02-11-2008, 10:25 PM
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That thing need slammed! I'd go with coilovers vs. just springs. You don't want the ride quality to suffer, and it'd be worth the extra cash to be able to adjust the height and stiffness. Do it right or don't do it at all. If they made coilovers for the xi, I would have gone that route. Mine is too bouncy now with just the H&R sport springs 
Looking sweet though on the rims! Great choice.
Looking sweet though on the rims! Great choice.
02-11-2008, 10:59 PM
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Originally Posted by delje08' post='530324' date='Feb 11 2008, 11:57 PM
I miss those rims already. 
I remember VT has some Koni shocks that has been lying around.
02-12-2008, 02:16 AM
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I should have a set of these rims soon myself. They look really nice on your car mate, those rogue 12mm spacers ?? is that for the rears only and does it make a big difference ?. If i order some 12mm spacers can i use the original bolts. 
Thanks
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02-12-2008, 03:16 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E60 530i
Color: Jet Black/Black Anthracite
STEP | Sport | Premium | NAV | Logic 7
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M-Tech Kit | M5 Mirrors, Trunk Finisher | Jet Black Kidney Surrounds | Madico Charcool Tint 54%, 35%
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Euro-Headlights | Euro-LCI Tail Lights | AiB V3.0 | Solaris Invisi-bulbs | OEM LED Plate Lights
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Porterfield R4-S Brake Pads | K&N Air Filter
WHEELS & SUSPENSION:
Work VS-XX 20x9, 20x10 | Toyo T1R 245/30/20, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 295/25/20 | KW V2 Coilovers | Rogue Engineering 15mm Spacers
Looks like a truck sittin' that high! j/k 
DROP IT LIKE IT'S HOT! 
DROP IT LIKE IT'S HOT!