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bounax

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HELP!

I'm in search of new Alloys for my Zed.

I currently have the nasty 16" Star Alloys and they have just got to go! :thumbsdown: Unfortunately I have no concept of offsets and other technical terms - so I would appreciate any helpfull suggestions/guidance. I think 18's are the way to go - but thats not set in stone...

Thanks in advance :P
 
Just put some 18" MV2's on mine, you need 8.5s on the back and 8's on the front, i always think genuine bmw wheels look better rather than after markets...

my pics are on there of the new wheels
http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=14406
 
morgan.m said:
Just put some 18" MV2's on mine, you need 8.5s on the back and 8's on the front, i always think genuine bmw wheels look better rather than after markets...

my pics are on there of the new wheels
http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=14406
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i agree, i would rather go for oem genuine bmw wheels rather than after market wheels.. there are afew different styles available, maybe best to search ebay and get a second hand set cheap then refurb to suit.. unless you can a set in good condition that is ;)
 
i would normally agree oem but i bought some bbs lm reps in 19" and they are superb wheels no fitment or rubbing and look fantastic 38 front and 45 rear offsets from sorted alloy wheels
 
For your reference below are the official Z4 rims and tyres sizes:

FRONT
Rims / Tyres
8 J x 18" ΕΤ:47 / 225/40 R18 88W
8 J x 17" ΕΤ:47 / 225/45 R17 91W
8 J x 17" ΕΤ:47 / 225/45 R17 91W
8 J x 17" ΕΤ:46 / ......//.........
7 J x 16" ΕΤ:47 / 225/50 R16 92V
7 J x 16" ΕΤ:47 / 205/55 R16 91V

REAR
Rims / Tyres
8,5 J x 18" ΕΤ:50 / 255/35 R18 90W
8,5J x 17" ΕΤ:50 / 255/40 R17 94W
8 J x 17" ΕΤ:47 / 225/45 R17 91W
8 J x 17" ΕΤ:46 / ......//.........
7 J x 16" ΕΤ:47 / 225/50 R16 92V
7 J x 16" ΕΤ:47 / 205/55 R16 91V

ET is the offset
 
I'm currently running wheels in the following sizes 19x8.5 ET35 Front and 19x9.5 ET45 Rear fitted with 235/40/19 & 265/35/19 Falken 452 tyres with no issues what so ever.
 
morgan.m said:
Just put some 18" MV2's on mine, you need 8.5s on the back and 8's on the front, i always think genuine bmw wheels look better rather than after markets...

my pics are on there of the new wheels
http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=14406
Click to expand...

i think the 2.0 is same front and rear TBH....
 
some useful links....

http://users.skynet.be/zouz/e85_wh.htm

http://www.raceandroad.com/acatalog/Offset.html

http://www.carbibles.com/tyre_bible_pg2.html
 
acerboo said:
i would normally agree oem but i bought some bbs lm reps in 19" and they are superb wheels no fitment or rubbing and look fantastic 38 front and 45 rear offsets from sorted alloy wheels
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Couldnt agree more, i also have 19" BBS LM reps with staggered fitment, 235/35/19 Fronts & 265/30/19 Rears. Look great. How about some CSL's, they were my very close second choice.
 
Def stick to OEM, unless you are very sure of the manufacturer and quality. They can be very heavy.
For the same reason given that you have a 2.0 I'd suggest keep to the 18's or you'll struggle with all that unsprung mass, not to mention the deterioration in ride quality going in one leap from 16" to 19"

Of course it all depends on what you're trying to achieve and what compromises you'll accept
 
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