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[D's Bimmer]

Gents,

I need some input. I realize this question has been asked before and the answers are subjective.

I have an e90 LCI 2011 Tiag. I am looking to replace my stock OEM rims with something stronger and lighter in the springtime. I have heard good things about APEX and Forgestar. I have had a set of VMR's in the past but the finish and durability was not what I expected. Guess you do get what you pay for....

Any suggestions or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks guys,

D

[D's Bimmer]

I am also looking for wheel fitment recommendations. I am leaning towards 18 inch wheels for cost and comfort.

[andrew_b]

Personally, come spring I'm going with 18" Apex EC-7 in a square setup.

[bobblehead]

hre now makes flow form wheels

http://www.baanvelgen.com/wheels-hre-ff01-silver.html

Maybe worth to check it out ! Def. cheaper than forged version

[Cobra0963]

After much research I decided on Matte Black Forgestar CF5 deep concave wheel (super light at 22lbs) with the following specs front 8.5x20 et33 235/30/20 rear 9.5x20 et35 275/25/20. that puts the fronts +1mm inside +10mm outside and rears +2mm +10mm. I think the 20's look nicer and with the offset moves the wheels out 10mm front and rear, I have 13mm give or take 1 or 2mm. I'm going with Nitto Invo's the profile 30/25 will match stock diameter pretty darn close. Please, if anyone has thoughts on anything different let me know why.

[deluxe 247]

I'm buying 16lb-17lb 17" arc 8s, getting rid of a lot of unsprung weight, getting good looking wheels, saving money on tires all in one go.

[D's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by andrew_b

Personally, come spring I'm going with 18" Apex EC-7 in a square setup.

Thanks Andrew,

May I ask why a squared setup over a staggered one? I have the OEM staggered setup at the moment. I am really leaning towards APEX as well. They seem to be the best built option without going fully forged for big money. I also like the Forgestar F14 as well. Still can't decide.

[D's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by bobblehead

hre now makes flow form wheels

http://www.baanvelgen.com/wheels-hre-ff01-silver.html

Maybe worth to check it out ! Def. cheaper than forged version

Thanks for the info. I took a look at these today. Definitely a great looking wheel. The challenge I have is that they have priced these non forged wheels in the same price price braket as BBS!

[D's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by deluxe 247

I'm buying 16lb-17lb 17" arc 8s, getting rid of a lot of unsprung weight, getting good looking wheels, saving money on tires all in one go.

I have also been checking out the 17" version on APEX's website as well. The pics look great and I am kind of a fan of showing a little more rubber if you hear me. Post up some pics as soon as you have them installed. Might help me decide.

[D's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by D's Bimmer

I have also been checking out the 17" version on APEX's website as well. The pics look great and I am kind of a fan of showing a little more rubber if you hear me. Post up some pics as soon as you have them installed. Might help me decide.

Here is a pic of the Arc 8's in 17". Looks great and the ride along with price is better as well. Makes you wonder whether this is the way to go....

[andrew_b]

Originally Posted by D's Bimmer

Thanks Andrew,

May I ask why a squared setup over a staggered one? I have the OEM staggered setup at the moment. I am really leaning towards APEX as well. They seem to be the best built option without going fully forged for big money. I also like the Forgestar F14 as well. Still can't decide.

I'm sticking with a square setup for a couple reasons;

1) Primarily, I like the more neutral handling that the square setup provides - a staggered setup introduces a little more understeer. Yes, this can be dialed out with suspension, tire, and pressure modifications, but I don't want to have to mess with it too much

2) ability to rotate tires front to back

Have also been looking at the Arc-8 - kiind of like both, and the reduced weight and cost of the 17" is attractive (plus I like how both look).