Wheels and Coilovers

DESI4life10 · 04-17-2010, 11:26 AM

Hey Guys,

I have a quick question about a setup that I will be getting in a couple of weeks.

I have my v710 rims measured at 18x 8.5 et 35 (all around) and have them installed with my stock shocks (with H&R springs) with no interference.

I am going to be installing some Kw V1 in a couple of weeks and want to make sure I am prepared.

I am not sure if my setup that I am going with will fit (i.e no interference). Does anyone know if my rims will rub against the kw shock strut? It would be nice to not have to use spacers (not a fan).

If spacers are required, what brand would you go with that works well with Canadian weathers (and safe to put on the front wheels) and what size would be best for this setup.

Thanks

Kriston · 04-17-2010, 04:32 PM

You will probably have to run spacers, I had to with my VMR VB3 19's upfront. You should not need anything more then a 5 mm spacer. Unless you want to flush it out with the fender run a 10-12 MM spacer.

FYI: My fronts are 19 x 8.5 ET 32 offset + 12MM spacer = ET20. Lowered on FK Silverline X's. I do not rub anywhere.

Look for a cheap used set on here, or go to JRP, they have hubcentric 5 MM Sparco spacers for 35 bucks. Just make sure you put some anti-seize on the hub of the rotor and on the back of spacer and you should have worry free winter driving.

MAZINGER · 04-17-2010, 05:00 PM

Just wondering where can I buy some black colour extended lug bolts in Toronto?

I called some many shops and they carry only chrome lug bolts.

Kriston · 04-17-2010, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by MAZINGER

Just wondering where can I buy some black colour extended lug bolts in Toronto?

I called some many shops and they carry only chrome lug bolts.

Your SOL unfortunately.

I searched high and low. You can order from EAS they have some of those Macht Snell bolts.

Actually Try Bimmian.ca see if they got any.

Im just going to powdercoat my set.

MAZINGER · 04-17-2010, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Kriston

Your SOL unfortunately.

I searched high and low. You can order from EAS they have some of those Macht Snell bolts.

Actually Try Bimmian.ca see if they got any.

Im just going to powdercoat my set.

It seems EAS is the only people who sell black lug bolts.

Does powder coat cost more than buying a new set of lug bolts?

DESI4life10 · 04-17-2010, 05:59 PM

Thanks Kriston.

Yea I figured that I will have to buy a set of spacers for the front. Some said that they have put 3mm spacers and it worked.

I guess with teh 3 mm you can still use the same lugs. Other than that, I really want to only put black lugs and not chrome.

How are the spacers sold by eas schell? (sp?) ? Seems pretty good.

MAZINGER · 04-17-2010, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DESI4life10

Thanks Kriston.

Yea I figured that I will have to buy a set of spacers for the front. Some said that they have put 3mm spacers and it worked.

I guess with teh 3 mm you can still use the same lugs. Other than that, I really want to only put black lugs and not chrome.

How are the spacers sold by eas schell? (sp?) ? Seems pretty good.

I think they can ship with USPS!

Kriston · 04-18-2010, 12:51 AM

You can run 5 MM spacers with your stock bolts. your within 3 MM of your original Shank lenght.

DESI4life10 · 04-18-2010, 11:20 AM

Umm interesting. Never knew 5mm spacers can still be installed using oem lugs.

What brand would you recommend? H&R, MS?

m-technik · 04-18-2010, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DESI4life10

Umm interesting. Never knew 5mm spacers can still be installed using oem lugs.

What brand would you recommend? H&R, MS?

I've run both brands on numerous occasions in 5 & 10mm sizes, you should be good with whichever you choose. I've always run 5mm extended lug bolts even on 5mm spacers.

I know most people say running stock bolts on 5mm spacers is ok, but I’ve always stuck with the 5-full turns rule when installing wheel bolts and you'll probably find that you'll get around 3.5 full turns out of the stock bolts when running 5mm spacers. Either way you should be ok, I guess I’m just the overly careful type.

MAZINGER · 04-18-2010, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by m-technik

I've run both brands on numerous occasions in 5 & 10mm sizes, you should be good with whichever you choose. I've always run 5mm extended lug bolts even on 5mm spacers.

I know most people say running stock bolts on 5mm spacers is ok, but I’ve always stuck with the 5-full turns rule when installing wheel bolts and you'll probably find that you'll get around 3.5 full turns out of the stock bolts when running 5mm spacers. Either way you should be ok, I guess I’m just the overly careful type.

Did you buy extended wheel locks to accomodate the spacers?

m-technik · 04-20-2010, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by MAZINGER

Did you buy extended wheel locks to accomodate the spacers?

No, im not running any wheel locks with my extended wheel bolts. My 335 rarely get parked anywhere in which i would have to worry about getting my wheels stolen.

MAZINGER · 04-21-2010, 10:40 AM

Just ordered the black lug bolts and wheel locks from WSTO. Their customer service is excellent. They can ship with USPS!

DESI4life10 · 04-22-2010, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by MAZINGER

Just ordered the black lug bolts and wheel locks from WSTO. Their customer service is excellent. They can ship with USPS!

+1 just tried them out. Customer service is really good. Pretty sure the rest will be fine as well.

m-technik · 04-23-2010, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MAZINGER

Just ordered the black lug bolts and wheel locks from WSTO. Their customer service is excellent. They can ship with USPS!

Just out of curiosity, do they sell black wheel locks? A quick glance at their site only showed silver ones.

MAZINGER · 04-23-2010, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by m-technik

Just out of curiosity, do they sell black wheel locks? A quick glance at their site only showed silver ones.

I don't think any vendors sell black extended wheel locks.

04-17-2010, 11:26 AM	#1
DESI4life10 Banned 201 Rep 3,328 Posts Drives: Coding: Desi4life10@gmail.com Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: West of Toronto, Canada iTrader: (18)	Wheels and Coilovers Hey Guys, I have a quick question about a setup that I will be getting in a couple of weeks. I have my v710 rims measured at 18x 8.5 et 35 (all around) and have them installed with my stock shocks (with H&R springs) with no interference. I am going to be installing some Kw V1 in a couple of weeks and want to make sure I am prepared. I am not sure if my setup that I am going with will fit (i.e no interference). Does anyone know if my rims will rub against the kw shock strut? It would be nice to not have to use spacers (not a fan). If spacers are required, what brand would you go with that works well with Canadian weathers (and safe to put on the front wheels) and what size would be best for this setup. Thanks Last edited by DESI4life10; 04-17-2010 at 04:57 PM..
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Kriston The Ultimate Driving Machine 151 Rep 2,327 Posts Drives: Like Donkey Kong on Roids Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Toronto iTrader: (4)	You will probably have to run spacers, I had to with my VMR VB3 19's upfront. You should not need anything more then a 5 mm spacer. Unless you want to flush it out with the fender run a 10-12 MM spacer. FYI: My fronts are 19 x 8.5 ET 32 offset + 12MM spacer = ET20. Lowered on FK Silverline X's. I do not rub anywhere. Look for a cheap used set on here, or go to JRP, they have hubcentric 5 MM Sparco spacers for 35 bucks. Just make sure you put some anti-seize on the hub of the rotor and on the back of spacer and you should have worry free winter driving. __________________ CHUCK NORRIS ON WHEELS
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MAZINGER Lieutenant 39 Rep 549 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Canada iTrader: (2)	Just wondering where can I buy some black colour extended lug bolts in Toronto? I called some many shops and they carry only chrome lug bolts.
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DESI4life10 Banned 201 Rep 3,328 Posts Drives: Coding: Desi4life10@gmail.com Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: West of Toronto, Canada iTrader: (18)	Thanks Kriston. Yea I figured that I will have to buy a set of spacers for the front. Some said that they have put 3mm spacers and it worked. I guess with teh 3 mm you can still use the same lugs. Other than that, I really want to only put black lugs and not chrome. How are the spacers sold by eas schell? (sp?) ? Seems pretty good.
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Kriston The Ultimate Driving Machine 151 Rep 2,327 Posts Drives: Like Donkey Kong on Roids Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Toronto iTrader: (4)	You can run 5 MM spacers with your stock bolts. your within 3 MM of your original Shank lenght. __________________ CHUCK NORRIS ON WHEELS
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DESI4life10 Banned 201 Rep 3,328 Posts Drives: Coding: Desi4life10@gmail.com Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: West of Toronto, Canada iTrader: (18)	Umm interesting. Never knew 5mm spacers can still be installed using oem lugs. What brand would you recommend? H&R, MS?
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MAZINGER Lieutenant 39 Rep 549 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Canada iTrader: (2)	Just ordered the black lug bolts and wheel locks from WSTO. Their customer service is excellent. They can ship with USPS!
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