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BahnBaum
08-11-2004, 04:01 PM
Hello Gary,

Do the 16" BBS RXs require spacers when fitted on an e30?

Thanks,
Alex
bren
08-11-2004, 05:29 PM
Do you know the offset? It should be stamped on the wheel.
BahnBaum
08-11-2004, 05:30 PM
Do you know the offset? It should be stamped on the wheel.

35mm.

Alex
bren
08-11-2004, 05:36 PM
Ok great...now what is the stock e30 offset :p :angel:
BahnBaum
08-11-2004, 05:49 PM
Ok great...now what is the stock e30 offset :p :angel:

I think the 6.5" bottlecaps are 31, and the new wheels are 7" 35. I'm totally confused.

alex
bren
08-11-2004, 06:08 PM
The lower the number the further they'll stick out.
bren
08-11-2004, 06:12 PM
It looks like they'll fit:


From TireRack website ---

BBS RX


Finish: Bright Silver Paint

Size Selected: 16x7
Price: $285 each
Estimated Availability: In Stock
Recommended Tire Size: 205/50-16
Wheel Offset: +35mm
** Lightweight: 19.5 lbs. **


Additional Specs

Bolt Pattern: 4-100
Finish Warranty: 1 Year
Country of Origin: Germany
Construction Type: 1pc. CP Cast
Gary@Tirerack
08-12-2004, 07:10 AM
Hello Gary,

Do the 16" BBS RXs require spacers when fitted on an e30?

Thanks,
Alex


Yes, the RX uses a 10mm BBS Manufactured TUV Approved 10MM Spacer kit. This is included in the cost of the wheel quoted online.

http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AB2&url=/wheels/index.jsp
bren
08-12-2004, 09:35 AM
ruh, roh :eek:
BahnBaum
08-13-2004, 05:23 PM
Yes, the RX uses a 10mm BBS Manufactured TUV Approved 10MM Spacer kit. This is included in the cost of the wheel quoted online.

http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AB2&url=/wheels/index.jsp

Thanks Gary,

Can I buy the spacers from you separately?

Alex
Gary@Tirerack
08-14-2004, 06:07 AM
Thanks Gary,

Can I buy the spacers from you separately?

Alex

Yes, but be SURE to confirm the part #'s off of the back of the wheel to confirm you have the correct offset, center bore, etc... The spacer kit from BBS includes new bolts and costs $144 for the set.
BahnBaum
08-17-2004, 01:32 AM
Thanks for helping me out on the phone yesterday Gary.

One more quick question: Would 225x45x16's fit on an e30, or am I limited to the 205x50's?

Thanks,
Alex
Gary@Tirerack
08-17-2004, 07:30 AM
Thanks for helping me out on the phone yesterday Gary.

One more quick question: Would 225x45x16's fit on an e30, or am I limited to the 205x50's?

Thanks,
Alex

There are guys out there running 225/45R16, just be aware that it is an agressive fitment that may require some fender rolling to fit.