Winter rims

capo1m · 09-12-2010, 07:21 PM

I have an 06 e90 dropped on hr sport springs and want to buy a set of winter rims. I want to know what is the biggest size rim with winter tires I could fit on my car without problems. When I originally got my 19's I got all seasons and they didn't fit in my wheel well before the drop so and I only have sports package suspension before I got h&r sports

capo1m · 09-13-2010, 05:44 PM

no one can help?

remmib · 09-13-2010, 06:13 PM

Most do 17" winter, but both 18" and 19" are an option. But not too many 19" winter tires out there to choose from and there's expensive

ModBargains.com · 09-13-2010, 06:52 PM

An 18" winter setup is definitely a lot more common as there are more tires to choose from. The typical 18" setup is going to vary depending on wheel brand so let me know if there are any designs you're interested in and I'll work something out for you!

Gary@TireRack · 09-14-2010, 04:18 PM

I agree with the others. While 19" is an option, you'll be happier with 18" setups in winter with 225/40R18 or 235/40R18.

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capo1m · 09-14-2010, 08:45 PM

so i could fit 19 inch snow tires on my car without a problem even with the small gap in my wheel well im on h&r sports

remmib · 09-15-2010, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Capo330i

so i could fit 19 inch snow tires on my car without a problem even with the small gap in my wheel well im on h&r sports

Yes, the overall diameter of the 19" should be the same as with 17".

capo1m · 09-15-2010, 01:38 PM

so what tire size would i need for 19x8.5 in front and 19x9.5 in back winter wheel wise

remmib · 09-15-2010, 01:51 PM

Most 19" winters that fits the e9x are 235/35/19. I'd go with 19x8.5 all around and then put some spacers on the rear if needed.

Gary@TireRack · 09-16-2010, 11:10 AM

The two best for winter traction in the 235/35R19 will be the Bridgestone Blizzak LM60, and the Dunlop Winter Sport 3D.

Winter
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elbert911 · 09-20-2010, 12:59 AM

i have a set of winter tires to sell ... anyone interested?

Gary@TireRack · 09-20-2010, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by elbert911

i have a set of winter tires to sell ... anyone interested?

Try the classifieds/ "for sale" forum.

ajsalida · 09-20-2010, 09:00 AM

Gary,
Is there any issue on the OEM sport package 18" rims, going with the same size tire all around but having 1/2" wider rear wheels (8 vs 8.5")? If so would the 235 size mitigate any F/R diameter differences better than the 225? This is on an xDrive 335i coupe. Thanks.

AJ

Gary@TireRack · 09-22-2010, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajsalida

Gary,
Is there any issue on the OEM sport package 18" rims, going with the same size tire all around but having 1/2" wider rear wheels (8 vs 8.5")? If so would the 235 size mitigate any F/R diameter differences better than the 225? This is on an xDrive 335i coupe. Thanks.

AJ

No problem at all. Going to 225/40R18 or 235/40R18 on all four corners for winter use is actually very common to do.

Winter
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TSM330i · 09-22-2010, 09:17 AM

I'm running Enkei RPF1 and 225/40-18 Blizzaks on my car for the winter (thank you Tirerack). Don't run staggered on a winter set-up. Go narrow in the back, more traction in snow.

I went with the smallest tire with a nice sidewall to help soften any pothole hits during the winter.

My car is VERY low as well. No rubbing issues at all for the tires. The rims are et40, so I have to run a 5mm spacer up front due to my C/O threaded collar touching the tire. 5mm spacer works perfectly. If you don't have C/Os, you may not hit at all.

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capo1m Colonel 89 Rep 2,030 Posts Drives: 1M, M4 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Middletown,Ny iTrader: (17)	Winter rims I have an 06 e90 dropped on hr sport springs and want to buy a set of winter rims. I want to know what is the biggest size rim with winter tires I could fit on my car without problems. When I originally got my 19's I got all seasons and they didn't fit in my wheel well before the drop so and I only have sports package suspension before I got h&r sports __________________ AW E82 1M MW F82 M4
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remmib General 1569 Rep 29,202 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	Most do 17" winter, but both 18" and 19" are an option. But not too many 19" winter tires out there to choose from and there's expensive __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
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ModBargains.com Banned 475 Rep 13,583 Posts Drives: JB E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd #C, La Habra, CA 90631 iTrader: (51)	An 18" winter setup is definitely a lot more common as there are more tires to choose from. The typical 18" setup is going to vary depending on wheel brand so let me know if there are any designs you're interested in and I'll work something out for you!
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09-14-2010, 04:18 PM	#5
Gary@TireRack Moderator 369 Rep 4,745 Posts Drives: Formerly 1995 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Bend, IN, Tire Rack HQ iTrader: (2)	I agree with the others. While 19" is an option, you'll be happier with 18" setups in winter with 225/40R18 or 235/40R18. Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp __________________ Gary. Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator. Tire Rack Sales Rep Gary@Tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&url=index.jsp Please refer to 'Gary/E90 Post' as your previous contact when you order online to help support this forum.
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capo1m Colonel 89 Rep 2,030 Posts Drives: 1M, M4 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Middletown,Ny iTrader: (17)	so i could fit 19 inch snow tires on my car without a problem even with the small gap in my wheel well im on h&r sports __________________ AW E82 1M MW F82 M4
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09-15-2010, 01:38 PM	#8
capo1m Colonel 89 Rep 2,030 Posts Drives: 1M, M4 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Middletown,Ny iTrader: (17)	so what tire size would i need for 19x8.5 in front and 19x9.5 in back winter wheel wise __________________ AW E82 1M MW F82 M4
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09-15-2010, 01:51 PM	#9
remmib General 1569 Rep 29,202 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	Most 19" winters that fits the e9x are 235/35/19. I'd go with 19x8.5 all around and then put some spacers on the rear if needed. __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
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09-16-2010, 11:10 AM	#10
Gary@TireRack Moderator 369 Rep 4,745 Posts Drives: Formerly 1995 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Bend, IN, Tire Rack HQ iTrader: (2)	The two best for winter traction in the 235/35R19 will be the Bridgestone Blizzak LM60, and the Dunlop Winter Sport 3D. Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp __________________ Gary. Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator. Tire Rack Sales Rep Gary@Tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&url=index.jsp Please refer to 'Gary/E90 Post' as your previous contact when you order online to help support this forum.
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09-20-2010, 12:59 AM	#11
elbert911 Registered 1 Rep 2 Posts Drives: bmw 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Alhambra, CA iTrader: (0)	i have a set of winter tires to sell ... anyone interested?
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ajsalida Colonel 226 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 95 M3, 02 R1150GSA, 09 335xi Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SW USA iTrader: (2)	Gary, Is there any issue on the OEM sport package 18" rims, going with the same size tire all around but having 1/2" wider rear wheels (8 vs 8.5")? If so would the 235 size mitigate any F/R diameter differences better than the 225? This is on an xDrive 335i coupe. Thanks. AJ
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TSM330i 2006 330i, TSM, Black, manual, sport 878 Rep 3,699 Posts Drives: '17 C2, GTI, Z4 3.0si Racecar Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chester Springs, PA iTrader: (2)	I'm running Enkei RPF1 and 225/40-18 Blizzaks on my car for the winter (thank you Tirerack). Don't run staggered on a winter set-up. Go narrow in the back, more traction in snow. I went with the smallest tire with a nice sidewall to help soften any pothole hits during the winter. My car is VERY low as well. No rubbing issues at all for the tires. The rims are et40, so I have to run a 5mm spacer up front due to my C/O threaded collar touching the tire. 5mm spacer works perfectly. If you don't have C/Os, you may not hit at all. __________________ 2017 Porsche C2 - manual of course 2015 GTI S 2008 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe - because racecar
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