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| E36 General discussion and technical help for (E36) 1992-1999 3 series cars. 318, 323, 325, 328. |
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04-15-2006, 11:19 PM
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So I'm on the market for rims. .
but I'm not sure what size I should look into. Without trying them on it is hard to determine what would look good. I do plan on dropping the car a little bit, too. I'm pretty sure that 20s wouldn't look right on it (hell, not sure if they'd even fit!), and I'm thinking 17s will probably be too small to fill the wells well. But again, w/out seeing how they work on the car, it leaves me uncertain. Another note is that I would like to keep the same overall diamter (if possible). Suggestions? Pics w/your wheel sizes appreciated -especially straight side shots (please note if the car has been dropped, too). Thanks in advance. *PS. Tirerack.com just doesn't cut the mustard as far as giving a good idea of what it'll look like (for me, at least). Real photos welcome. Thanks.
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04-15-2006, 11:27 PM
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04-16-2006, 10:24 AM
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I say anything bigger then 17's on an e36 and you start to lose functionality. I have 8.5x17 SSR GT2s sitting under H&R sport springs (1.5' front 1.0' rear). If you like your wheels tucked I would go with race springs, but personally I hate that the tucked look. Picture of front passenger rim is in sig.  -Matt
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04-16-2006, 10:44 AM
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mine are 18's which i really enjoy. definite step up in performance compared to the old 16s. i cannot comment on 17s because i dont know  . i might be able to find a few more pics...later...mine has stock m-suspension and the other black one has stage 4 dinan suspension i believe running on 18's also. peace   ~dave
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04-16-2006, 11:57 AM
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Very nice. Very nice indeed. Whiteshark: those whips are just sick! Hey Euro, do you have any straight side shots? And Balance - . . . . . . damn the bulldogs! damn them I say! It's all about the U of FLA man! :-)
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04-16-2006, 01:30 PM
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17's are for go, 18's are really more for show. Ultimatly its ur choice, if u want more performance out of ur rims/tires id say go with 17's.
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04-16-2006, 01:50 PM
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BBS RK's 17x8.5 
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04-16-2006, 02:58 PM
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you will notice a definate difference in cornering stiffness with larger wheels. and as stated, 17s for go, 18s for show. i have 18x8s and love em!
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04-16-2006, 04:40 PM
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  If you look hard enough at the rear wheels you can see the tire line, there is about 1/2' space (no tuck). Hope this helps  -Matt
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04-16-2006, 08:24 PM
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^^ What size tires do you have on there?
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04-18-2006, 02:46 AM
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so i just read what you said CAP...i guess you could say i was a little pissed...we had such a good run to the final four and possibly the finals....people over here watching the game where just like "did that really just happen?!" a lot of cussing and such you know. i think UF would have beaten GU in the finals though..noway should ucla have gone that far. how well, morrison is leaving for the NBA cuz hes a puss. we will be better next year oh, btw go w/ 18s if you have the money
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04-18-2006, 11:28 AM
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Tire size is 235/40/R17 -Matt
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04-18-2006, 01:22 PM
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 18x8 here.. I love them.
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