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Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) Yesterday, 08:55 PM
Replies: 63
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Posted By djstrachan
Thanks. I likely would have gone +35 if...

Thanks.

I likely would have gone +35 if Niche offered it in the Targa but while it would fit, I read one poster on E46 Fanatics who experienced increased bounce steer and tramlining going to...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) Yesterday, 05:46 PM
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Posted By djstrachan
Just got some dedicated summer wheels with Conti...

Just got some dedicated summer wheels with Conti EC DW rubber. ALso experimented with Plasti Dip on the Jake bumper mod. Coming along!!
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) Yesterday, 11:54 AM
Replies: 63
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Posted By djstrachan
Bob, Tanner, Jeff, Glad you like them. I'm...

Bob, Tanner, Jeff,

Glad you like them. I'm still getting used to the added "bling" from my 5 spoke 119s. FUnny thing is, based on internet pics, I was worried they might not be "silvery" enough. ...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-17-2013, 11:32 PM
Replies: 63
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Posted By djstrachan
UPDATE... FInally bit the bullet and went...

UPDATE...

FInally bit the bullet and went for the Niche Targas in 18X8 with 40ET at 23lbs each and 225/40/18 Conti EC DW rubber.

These were replacing my OE style 119s in 17X8 with ET 47 at...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-11-2013, 02:38 PM
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Posted By djstrachan
That's what I was thinking too. Thanks for...

That's what I was thinking too. Thanks for reminding me about the "bleed" procedure to use when draining.

Hoping I can get this done in an hour or 2 and recover most of the fluid for re-use.
...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-11-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
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Posted By djstrachan
I hear you and it's a consideration but money is...

I hear you and it's a consideration but money is tight right now and I've only got 60k miles on the car so will likely save the overhaul for another year or so.

New belts and fresh fluid in last...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-11-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 157
Posted By djstrachan
Thermostat replacement

SO. I have a T-stat that is slow to warm up and runs cool at highway speeds, normal around town.

No codes but the symptoms appear pretty clear that is is opening too early.

Question: is it...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-07-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Thanks, I've considered that but should be okay. ...

Thanks, I've considered that but should be okay.

The roads here aren't that bad and most of my driving is on the highways and mountain roads where it can get a bit rough in some places due to...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-07-2013, 12:09 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
THat Forgestar CF10 looks identical to the TSW...

THat Forgestar CF10 looks identical to the TSW Intrelagos Rotary Forged wheel. It's already available in 18 for about $270 a wheel.

Haven't found a lighteweight wheel yet I either look or can...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Thanks for those fitment shots. THat 8.5" 35mm...

Thanks for those fitment shots. THat 8.5" 35mm looks a bit scary on teh strut side. don't think I'd want to mess with that.

I also don't want to go 235 rubber as I had that last summer (albeit...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
I hear ya Bob and I have been paying attention. I...

I hear ya Bob and I have been paying attention. I would very muc like to fill out the wheel well more and am even willing to have the fenders rolled if necessary but would rather not.

I plan on...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
According to the guys at VMR, you are correct. ...

According to the guys at VMR, you are correct. THey claim that 18x8.5 in a 35mm offset is a perfect fit with no issues on our non- M cars.

ANyone else care to chime in on this?
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-05-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
WEll...I'm still undecided. The Targas look...

WEll...I'm still undecided. The Targas look pretty hot too and I believe I can get them sheaper. They're 40mmEt not 35 though and an 8" wheel.

I was concerned the 35mm on the 701s along with...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-05-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Alrighty then!! Now just to make up my mind...

Alrighty then!!

Now just to make up my mind which one. Need ot get off my butt before I burn off my winters:yikes:

Thanks Bob and all.
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-05-2013, 11:22 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Stupid question - our car's hub is listed at...

Stupid question - our car's hub is listed at 72.56mm. Lots of wheel manufacturers claim hubcentric wheels but post the hub at 72.6mm. Does the .4mm (.2mm per side of hub) make any difference or is...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-05-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
I certainly noticed a diference using 235 rubber...

I certainly noticed a diference using 235 rubber versus stock 225 but I also had higher sidewalls on the 235 tires.

Could be a combination of wider tires and stickier rubber:dunno:
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-03-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Nope. Planning on sticking with 8". Do...

Nope. Planning on sticking with 8".

Do you get noticeably more tramlining or deflection with your summers?

Also, what kind of tire pressure do yo run? I've been sticking with the OE...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-02-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
I would be going from winter 17" to summer 18" as...

I would be going from winter 17" to summer 18" as well.

Have you ever been able to compare summer 17s to summer 18s? I think that is the comparison that car and driver used. I don't recall the...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-02-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Found these test results from Car and Driver...

Found these test results from Car and Driver comparing wheel/tire combinations from 15" to 19". They used a VW Golf 2.5 with same rubber as my car came with and as the engine is the same...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-29-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
HI Jeff, Thanks for stopping by and muddying...

HI Jeff,

Thanks for stopping by and muddying the waters, just when I was starting to move in a set direction.:rofl:

I actually found an article where they compared sizes from 15" to 19" on a...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-29-2013, 10:27 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Adding in the grooved roads here (heavy trucks)...

Adding in the grooved roads here (heavy trucks) and some pretty rough stretches, I'm leaning towards the 17inchers even though I would like the bling of 18s.

With the Hotchkis adn later, Konis, I...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-28-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
I think the contact patch was a big difference...

I think the contact patch was a big difference with my tires last summer. They were an inch larger in diameter (kind of weird), higher sidewall and 10mm wider. That certainly coudl explain the...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-28-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
If you ever got that thing up to highway speed,...

If you ever got that thing up to highway speed, you'd need all that space for the brake kit needewd to stop it!! :rofl:
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-28-2013, 02:07 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Really?! I would have thougth 12 lbs would make...

Really?! I would have thougth 12 lbs would make a huge difference especially after my own experience with the larger/heavier tires last summer and the obvious impact it had on acceleration and...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-28-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,365
Posted By djstrachan
Acceleration is a definite concern with my 325. ...

Acceleration is a definite concern with my 325. I don't have power to spare to run heavier wheels or com[ensate for the gyroscopic factor.

I's be willing to live with slightly more road...
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