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digvancity
09-29-2011, 11:53 AM
Hello fellow mafioso,

I'm missing a spare. And I let my girlfriend drive my car, which means I've now got some bad curb rash on the right front. These two problems, seems to me, have one (hopefully inexpensive) solution: a single Style 135 18x8 in good condition with a mostly used-up tire on it. I swap the rubber, put the disfigured wheel in the trunk, and all's well in ZHPville.

So, 1st question: I can do that, right? The spare well is big enough? I bought the car with the spare missing, so I don't really know what's supposed to be in there.
And, 2nd question: Anyone have a wheel and a 10-20% tread tire to sell?

I know it's a longshot, but I figured you guys are the ones to ask.

Thanks,
Dave

danewilson77
09-29-2011, 11:54 AM
Yes...the well will take full size tire.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Silver%20Bimmer/0094.jpg

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digvancity
09-29-2011, 12:09 PM
Nice! Thanks for the quick reply.
So... Anyone gotsa wheel?

danewilson77
09-29-2011, 01:48 PM
In your situation, I would probably buy a style 135 rep for your spare.....and get your oem style 135 rim refinished.

http://www.modbargains.com/BMW-ZHP-Style-Wheels-Silver.htm

I'll keep my eyes open for you though.

mimalmo
09-29-2011, 02:28 PM
If you find a pair, I need one too.

danewilson77
09-29-2011, 02:29 PM
If you find a pair, I need one too.

Werd.

pleasecorrupt
09-29-2011, 02:38 PM
Stragglers are found on eBay a lot if you routinely check, only thing I'd double check is authenticity and reviews of seller.

johnrando
09-29-2011, 02:47 PM
I need two fronts too (to put on the rear). I decided to go with a square setup and the easiest/most cost effective way to do that is 18x8 all the way around. I'll check ebay. Been checking e46f.c, but no luck yet, but there are some out there so you may want to look into it. And Dane, great idea on the modbargins... I'm thinking I might do that. Any thing you hear about these reps that says we shouldn't use them as our daily wheels? Worst case, I'd still have my 2 rears that are OEM if I needed to switch back.

digvancity
09-29-2011, 02:52 PM
Ok. So the consensus seems to be that this is harder than I thought. Style 135s seem to comprise like 1% of the e46 wheels out there right now. ("No, damnit, I don't want to buy your style 44s.") I'll keep my ear to the ground, and if I find more than one in good shape, I'll put the word out.
In the meantime, I've found a supacheap e90 18x8 to toss in the trunk so I don't find myself walkin.
Thanks,
D.

danewilson77
09-29-2011, 02:52 PM
Wellllll...it looks like you guys need four rims.

Eli - 1
dig - 1
John - 2

Why not go in on a set?

johnrando
09-29-2011, 02:55 PM
If you find a pair, I need one too.


I recall seeing a single on e46f.c, but I don't recall the condition. And Dane, not a bad idea!

RVAzhp
09-29-2011, 03:27 PM
I need two fronts too (to put on the rear). I decided to go with a square setup and the easiest/most cost effective way to do that is 18x8 all the way around. I'll check ebay. Been checking e46f.c, but no luck yet, but there are some out there so you may want to look into it. And Dane, great idea on the modbargins... I'm thinking I might do that. Any thing you hear about these reps that says we shouldn't use them as our daily wheels? Worst case, I'd still have my 2 rears that are OEM if I needed to switch back.
why not go 18x8.5 all the way around? i guess the tires are a little harder to come by tho?

johnrando
09-29-2011, 03:36 PM
why not go 18x8.5 all the way around? i guess the tires are a little harder to come by tho?

I guess I could (the tires are more expensive but not dramatically). I think I was under the impression that 8.5 in the fronts would need spacers, which I didn't want to do. Do you know differently?

RVAzhp
09-29-2011, 03:45 PM
I don't know for certain, due to the offset it's possible. i haven't done any reading or research into the subject matter; however, if you have a jack, go throw them on there and see how it rolls. i've actually never read of anyone doing either. do you think you'd need a spacer not rub on the struts, or to clear the brakes?

mimalmo
09-29-2011, 03:58 PM
Spacer would probably be needed to avoid rubbing on the inside. Spacers are no biggie. You just gotta buy quality built ones.

danewilson77
09-29-2011, 04:03 PM
spacer would probably be needed to avoid rubbing on the inside. Spacers are no biggie. You just gotta buy quality built ones.

^tms ftw.

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-432-bmw-5-lug-except-e39-10mm-wheel-spacers-pair.aspx

mimalmo
09-29-2011, 04:18 PM
Agreed. Race proven by Turner and the Mafia stamp of approval by Dane & Eli.

danewilson77
09-29-2011, 04:21 PM
Agreed. Race proven by Turner and the Mafia stamp of approval by Dane & Eli.

Oh...and

:chuck

RVAzhp
09-30-2011, 05:31 AM
Spacer would probably be needed to avoid rubbing on the inside. Spacers are no biggie. You just gotta buy quality built ones.

of the wheel well? is something a hammer can't fix? a small spacer should be no biggy as long as you get a quality built one.

i was gonna say if you really wanted 8" all the way around i'd trade my fronts and take your 8-1/2"s and deal with the spacers, but you're in So cal....beat.

johnrando
09-30-2011, 06:20 AM
of the wheel well? is something a hammer can't fix? a small spacer should be no biggy as long as you get a quality built one.

i was gonna say if you really wanted 8" all the way around i'd trade my fronts and take your 8-1/2"s and deal with the spacers, but you're in So cal....beat.

I'd consider that deal, but my wheels are chromed. IDK about spacers, so many people use them but there are schools of thought that say never ever us them. I'm guessing that's for track, and I don't track my car, so it might be overkill for me to stay away from them.

EDIT: Forgot to add, even on the Turner website they say don't use 10" spacers.

mimalmo
09-30-2011, 06:47 AM
10" is a LOT bigger than 10mm

johnrando
09-30-2011, 06:50 AM
10" is a LOT bigger than 10mm

LOL, didn't realize I did that, thanks Eli!

What size would be recommended for running the rear wheels on the front?

From Turner:
A note about 10mm spacers: Any 10mm spacer is considered a custom fitment. The stock hubcentric lip on BMWs can stick out by as much as 11mm. This leaves a gap between the spacer and the hub which seriously compromises safety. We recommend using a larger spacer (12mm and larger do not have this issue) or check that the lip sticks out less than 10mm.

mimalmo
09-30-2011, 07:14 AM
You could easily run a 10 to 15mm spacer with the 8.5" rear wheels mounted in front.

The point Turner is making is only true if you buy a spacer that doesn't have a hub extension built into it.


You want this:
http://www.zeckhausen.com/images/Product_icons/spacers_big.jpg



Not this:
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/content/large_images/wheels/MMWS-7_LG.jpg




See the difference?

johnrando
09-30-2011, 07:23 AM
Cool Eli, thanks. You're wheel/suspension knowledge has been invaluable to me, and I'm sure to much of the mafia family!

digvancity
09-30-2011, 09:11 AM
Now it sounds like we're looking for 4 wheels in either size. Seems most likely we'll get two fronts and two backs, tho, so I guess we'll just have to work out who gets which.

mimalmo
09-30-2011, 09:24 AM
Cool Eli, thanks. Your wheel/suspension knowledge has been invaluable to me, and I'm sure to much of the mafia family!

No problem John. A lot of this is just trial & error. See if it works or fits and if not, change it back or try something else.

johnrando
09-30-2011, 06:50 PM
No problem John. A lot of this is just trial & error. See if it works or fits and if not, change it back or try something else.

Makes sense. Any thoughts as to what size spacer to start with? Is there a way for me to calculate? Or, is it as simple as, added .5" on the wheel so the spacer should be .5" (or just under in mm)?

danewilson77
09-30-2011, 06:51 PM
Makes sense. Any thoughts as to what size spacer to start with? Is there a way for me to calculate? Or, is it as simple as, added .5" on the wheel so the spacer should be .5" (or just under in mm)?

Just measure. If you think 10mm will fit, get a 15mm....hehe.

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mimalmo
09-30-2011, 09:39 PM
Turner also has some good advice on figuring out what will fit.
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/t-wheel-spacers.aspx

johnrando
10-01-2011, 08:16 PM
Turner also has some good advice on figuring out what will fit.
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/t-wheel-spacers.aspx

I had read that, but thanks for providing the info. I guess I literally have to put the rear wheel on the front and measure it to see what I need. It would seem that someone with a ZHP has already put 8.5s on the front an would know what was needed.

mimalmo
10-02-2011, 02:44 PM
When you do it John, post your findings so that everyone can know.

johnrando
10-02-2011, 03:03 PM
When you do it John, post your findings so that everyone can know.

Will do. So far, the recommendations are varied, but they center around 255/35/18 or 245/35/18 if you put 4 rears all the way around, and only use the 255 if you add negative camber. I haven't confirmed spacers or not, but no one with those 2 setups have mentioned spacers, and certainly they've said no issues with rubbing, no need to roll fenders, etc.

johnrando
10-03-2011, 06:09 AM
Some more 135s on sale in the CA section on e46f.c

johnrando
10-03-2011, 07:20 AM
Some more 135s on sale in the CA section on e46f.c

Contacted him, sale pending. If it falls through, I'll let you know.

johnrando
10-03-2011, 11:57 AM
Found another single.
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=864348

mimalmo
10-03-2011, 12:00 PM
Considering that the wheel I want to replace has a smaller bend in it than that and it still gives a slight vibration at certain speeds, I'd pass on it.

The seller probably doesn't notice any vibrations because it's in the back. But I bet the tire wears a bit funny.


Besides, $150 for a bent wheel?

MixtapeGodZ
10-11-2011, 05:40 PM
hi i have a question...im looking for a full size spare...which would be in my best interest...18x8 or 18x8.5 and why ??? ...thank you

danewilson77
10-11-2011, 05:41 PM
hi i have a question...im looking for a full size spare...which would be in my best interest...18x8 or 18x8.5 and why ??? ...thank you

Contact RickyReevey. He has three. Found out today.

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MixtapeGodZ
10-15-2011, 12:04 AM
pm'd him... still waiting for response...but as for my other question...for a full size spare which would be in my best interest...18x8 or 18x8.5 and why ???...and if anyone else is looking for 1 or 2 zhp wheels maybe we can get 4 pple together again to buy a set ;)

GMATT
10-15-2011, 03:59 AM
If you need another buyer for front, let me know. And I am in NY state:)

danewilson77
10-15-2011, 09:19 AM
pm'd him... still waiting for response...but as for my other question...for a full size spare which would be in my best interest...18x8 or 18x8.5 and why ???...and if anyone else is looking for 1 or 2 zhp wheels maybe we can get 4 pple together again to buy a set ;)

Front. Most likely place for blowout and easier fit in trunk. I have called Mickey. He will be responding.

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johnrando
10-15-2011, 06:40 PM
pm'd him... still waiting for response...but as for my other question...for a full size spare which would be in my best interest...18x8 or 18x8.5 and why ???...and if anyone else is looking for 1 or 2 zhp wheels maybe we can get 4 pple together again to buy a set ;)

I did have a post with the same thing for CA people, to help save shipping costs, etc. So, you might want to try posting in the "East" regional forum, as you might also get some bites there. We've had a few people looking for less than a set here and there.

MixtapeGodZ
10-17-2011, 02:00 PM
UPDATE**...looking for a complete set of tires and preferably with 50+% life left...any help would be appreciated :megaphone please email me at ogmixtapegodz@gmail.com