2021 M550i Phytonic blue

Boosted_8 · 01-29-2022, 09:30 AM

Finally arrived today. 30% lighter than the 668m wheels. Just need the TPMS to show up from Germany and I can get them mounted on the sportcontact7 tyres.

SctsOut06 · 01-29-2022, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Boosted_8

Finally arrived today. 30% lighter than the 668m wheels. Just need the TPMS to show up from Germany and I can get them mounted on the sportcontact7 tyres.

Those are gorgeous!

Ellinas · 01-30-2022, 03:14 AM

They look real good. Can't wait to see them on the car!

Boosted_8 · 02-03-2022, 12:20 PM

Camber arms are here. Geo setup next month. Would be good to dial out some of the understeer these cars seem to be setup with out of the factory.

Boosted_8 · 02-11-2022, 11:39 AM

Had these carbon side blades sat around for a while. Got around to finding some 2mm thick pads to stick them on today. I think they will blend in better with darker wheels.

Ellinas · 02-14-2022, 07:38 AM

Boosted_8 have you given your paintwork any treatment (e.g. ceramic coating) or is it as it came from the factory?

Boosted_8 · 02-14-2022, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellinas

Boosted_8 have you given your paintwork any treatment (e.g. ceramic coating) or is it as it came from the factory?

I put a coat of Gtechniq C1 on about 10 months ago. The dealer did a good job of prep so I didn't need to have it machine polished first. Now I only top up with a basic spray wax for gloss every 2-3 jet washes.

Ellinas · 02-15-2022, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Boosted_8

I put a coat of Gtechniq C1 on about 10 months ago. The dealer did a good job of prep so I didn't need to have it machine polished first. Now I only top up with a basic spray wax for gloss every 2-3 jet washes.

Thanks. I'm debating whether or not to go for a full ceramic and am not sure if it's worth it.

Boosted_8 · 02-15-2022, 07:02 AM

I was getting quotes of £2000 plus for ceramic by the Pro's. Thought feck it let's see what I can do after watching some youtube DIY's.

Key learnings:

- make sure the paint is good with a strong LED torch before you start. Mine was okay, the dealer wasn't inept so it just needed a light hand polish and alcohol wipe down. Any scratches will live on just as visible under the coating and wont polish out without a machine in future.

- Buy a 20 pack of good quality microfibres, you will use them all and have the throw them away after.

- Indoor or covered space is less stressful if possible

Boosted_8 · 02-17-2022, 03:28 PM

Next job is to fit these if the rain ever stops

Boosted_8 · 02-23-2022, 10:25 AM

Test fit of the new wheels and tyres today. So far so good. Car was horrible after all the storms in the UK, so I quickly waved the jet wash over it before taking a snap

Kriz2fer · 02-23-2022, 10:10 PM

This color looks really good on the lci

Boosted_8 · 02-27-2022, 02:29 AM

I think this is fast as she will go without a proper tune now. The gearbox limiters are getting in the way all the time.

AR_Motorwerkz · 02-28-2022, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Boosted_8

Test fit of the new wheels and tyres today. So far so good. Car was horrible after all the storms in the UK, so I quickly waved the jet wash over it before taking a snap

Looks really good! Time for a detail?

DNYC1919 · 03-01-2022, 10:12 PM

I really like the choice of wheels for all 5 series models nowadays. Each one I've seen looks nice.

khoa@x-ph.com · 03-02-2022, 11:07 AM

Love the wheel setup buddy. Keep the mods coming!!

Boosted_8 · 03-03-2022, 06:18 AM

Managed to find a complete set of base M5 sway / roll bars for good price. I think the rear will go right on. The front might need some adjustable links to work. The goal is to have the car corner a little flatter without impacting the lovely ride quality it has right now. Taking off the run flats is night and day for comfort!

UKF30 · 03-06-2022, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Boosted_8

Test fit of the new wheels and tyres today. So far so good. Car was horrible after all the storms in the UK, so I quickly waved the jet wash over it before taking a snap

Very nice and subtle mods love these new alloys .

Carbon covers very easy to change few videos on YT about it , I will be fitting same this weekend .

Will you be selling your old alloys i will be interested ?

Boosted_8 · 03-07-2022, 03:53 AM

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Very nice and subtle mods love these new alloys .

Carbon covers very easy to change few videos on YT about it , I will be fitting same this weekend .

Will you be selling your old alloys i will be interested ?

Thanks for the comments!

Plan is to keep the 668m wheels for winters.

UKF30 · 03-07-2022, 08:59 AM

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Thanks for the comments!

Plan is to keep the 668m wheels for winters.

You going to use those wheels for winter

No worries i just love style of them alloys mate

V series · 04-12-2022, 10:30 AM

I really want those wheels! Tell me how to get them please.

Boosted_8 · 04-12-2022, 02:38 PM

I can hook you up with a nice lady in China who can help you get some made to spec

01-29-2022, 09:30 AM	#45
Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Finally arrived today. 30% lighter than the 668m wheels. Just need the TPMS to show up from Germany and I can get them mounted on the sportcontact7 tyres. Attached Images
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01-30-2022, 03:14 AM	#47
Ellinas Enlisted Member 12 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2022 M550i Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	They look real good. Can't wait to see them on the car!
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02-03-2022, 12:20 PM	#48
Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Camber arms are here. Geo setup next month. Would be good to dial out some of the understeer these cars seem to be setup with out of the factory. Attached Images
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02-11-2022, 11:39 AM	#49
Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Had these carbon side blades sat around for a while. Got around to finding some 2mm thick pads to stick them on today. I think they will blend in better with darker wheels. Attached Images
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02-14-2022, 07:38 AM	#50
Ellinas Enlisted Member 12 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2022 M550i Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Boosted_8 have you given your paintwork any treatment (e.g. ceramic coating) or is it as it came from the factory?
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02-15-2022, 07:02 AM	#53
Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I was getting quotes of £2000 plus for ceramic by the Pro's. Thought feck it let's see what I can do after watching some youtube DIY's. Key learnings: - make sure the paint is good with a strong LED torch before you start. Mine was okay, the dealer wasn't inept so it just needed a light hand polish and alcohol wipe down. Any scratches will live on just as visible under the coating and wont polish out without a machine in future. - Buy a 20 pack of good quality microfibres, you will use them all and have the throw them away after. - Indoor or covered space is less stressful if possible
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02-23-2022, 10:25 AM	#55
Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Test fit of the new wheels and tyres today. So far so good. Car was horrible after all the storms in the UK, so I quickly waved the jet wash over it before taking a snap Attached Images
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02-27-2022, 02:29 AM	#57
Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I think this is fast as she will go without a proper tune now. The gearbox limiters are getting in the way all the time. Attached Images
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Boosted_8 Captain 441 Rep 749 Posts Drives: M550i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Managed to find a complete set of base M5 sway / roll bars for good price. I think the rear will go right on. The front might need some adjustable links to work. The goal is to have the car corner a little flatter without impacting the lovely ride quality it has right now. Taking off the run flats is night and day for comfort! Attached Images
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