Aftermarket Wheels and suspensions for Xi
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My Ride: 2008 535xi - Monaco Blue- Prem/Sport/Nav/Logic7
After thoroughly reading this VERY helpful thread--hats off to Vlad--I decided to go with a square set-up with slightly larger tires. Although my car is filthy, I am very happy with the look and ride.
Avant Garde M359 19 x 9 all around with Conti DWS 245/40/19.
Finally, I must add my name to the long list of customers who have been impressed and grateful for the pricing and service provided by Michael of Acute Performance.
Avant Garde M359 19 x 9 all around with Conti DWS 245/40/19.
Finally, I must add my name to the long list of customers who have been impressed and grateful for the pricing and service provided by Michael of Acute Performance.
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After thoroughly reading this VERY helpful thread--hats off to Vlad--I decided to go with a square set-up with slightly larger tires. Although my car is filthy, I am very happy with the look and ride.
Avant Garde M359 19 x 9 all around with Conti DWS 245/40/19.
Finally, I must add my name to the long list of customers who have been impressed and grateful for the pricing and service provided by Michael of Acute Performance.
Avant Garde M359 19 x 9 all around with Conti DWS 245/40/19.
Finally, I must add my name to the long list of customers who have been impressed and grateful for the pricing and service provided by Michael of Acute Performance.
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From: Zoo York
My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
After thoroughly reading this VERY helpful thread--hats off to Vlad--I decided to go with a square set-up with slightly larger tires. Although my car is filthy, I am very happy with the look and ride.
Avant Garde M359 19 x 9 all around with Conti DWS 245/40/19.
Finally, I must add my name to the long list of customers who have been impressed and grateful for the pricing and service provided by Michael of Acute Performance.
Avant Garde M359 19 x 9 all around with Conti DWS 245/40/19.
Finally, I must add my name to the long list of customers who have been impressed and grateful for the pricing and service provided by Michael of Acute Performance.
Great rims though and a nice look 
Just wash that car for God's sake, man! 
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My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
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Hey Guys,
This Thread is EP!C. Feel like owning a 530XI is no longer a 1 way road!
After reading EVERYTHING...I decided to put some money down and start tweaking a few things..
1) Bought & Installed KW 3 Coils
2) Purchased ESM BBS LM Rep Wheels ...Here is the kicker...Staggered Front-20x8.5 ET 35 + Rear=20x10 ET40.
Tires = Front 245/35/20 Rear= 275/35/20....Have not installed them yet.. waiting on tires to arrive. I HOPE they fit!
3) Replaces Angel Eyes with 5000K White.
4) Next on the list, M5 Rep Front Bumper.
I attached a picture....mine is the Silver Bullet (Elena) Friends is the blue 550i (Cesar)
Would love to hear what you fine BMW Drivers have to say and opinion on my wheel/tire SETUP..
This Thread is EP!C. Feel like owning a 530XI is no longer a 1 way road!
After reading EVERYTHING...I decided to put some money down and start tweaking a few things..
1) Bought & Installed KW 3 Coils
2) Purchased ESM BBS LM Rep Wheels ...Here is the kicker...Staggered Front-20x8.5 ET 35 + Rear=20x10 ET40.
Tires = Front 245/35/20 Rear= 275/35/20....Have not installed them yet.. waiting on tires to arrive. I HOPE they fit!
3) Replaces Angel Eyes with 5000K White.
4) Next on the list, M5 Rep Front Bumper.
I attached a picture....mine is the Silver Bullet (Elena) Friends is the blue 550i (Cesar)
Would love to hear what you fine BMW Drivers have to say and opinion on my wheel/tire SETUP..
The tires will stretch and you might end up having to go with a 285. Keep a close eye on the diffs for any leaks. Very important! Good luck!
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What do you mean my tires will stretch, might end up having to go with 285? 
Now you got me worried...check my diffs for leaks? That is not what I had in mind when ensuring my wheel setup will work.... 
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From: Zoo York
My Ride: Alpine White 2006 530Xi (SLD)
Trust me, I go crazy about every little thing - most likely you won't have any problems. Just mount the tires, inflate to the right pressures and measure your overall diameters yourself! If they are within 3-5-7mm it's okay... better 3mm than 7, but you know... however, if you have a significant difference, you may have to go with a wider rear tire. But don't jump to any drastic conclusions just based on what I'm saying on the forum - measure and check yourself. Then you'll know for sure And always remember Step ONE
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I don't know if this offset was reached yet, but I ran 15MM spacers on OEM 135M's...
43-15 is 28 Offset. I know there 18's but it did clear even with my drop on KW's. It even looks like theres a touch more room. Also have 10MM spacers in the front which is a 33 Offset in the front. Those who said you cannot go under 30 behold proof! lol
43-15 is 28 Offset. I know there 18's but it did clear even with my drop on KW's. It even looks like theres a touch more room. Also have 10MM spacers in the front which is a 33 Offset in the front. Those who said you cannot go under 30 behold proof! lol
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Nice! But how wide are your 18's? I said it was gonna rub if you had 8.5"+ up front. Rear fenders have more space.
Actually, I've been pondering to go concavier on my next set, so it's an awesome kind of research you are providing!
Actually, I've been pondering to go concavier on my next set, so it's an awesome kind of research you are providing!