Hi guys I searched on here and nothing came up and/or information were scanty. Maybe this will be a good way to collect all the information in one source specifically for E31!

If everyone with aftermarket rims can post the brand name, size, offset, and the size of tires they are running, that will help out some the new members and future members as well. A picture or two of the said setup will be nice too.

Mike

Wheels = 18 x 8 front
18 x 9 rear
ASA Black w/Mach Lip AR1
Tires = 245/40R 18 front
275/35R 18 rear
Bought from tire rack.

Wheels:
MK Motorsports MK-1,
18" x 9.5" ET+5 & 18 "x 11" ET+21

Tires:
Michelin Pilot Sport PS2,
245/40ZR18 & 275/35ZR18

Right now:

http://www.8er.ch/files/clube31/user/Koizumi/img5782fm6.jpg


M-Parallel
18 x 8 & 18 x 9.5

Pirelli P-Zero Nero M+S
245/40ZR18 & 275/35ZR18


And coming soon (couple of weeks--on their way):

http://www.8er.ch/files/clube31/user/Koizumi/dsc05955ax2.jpg

Alpina E31-Specific staggered
18 x 9 & 18 x 10.5

Michelin Pilot Sport PS2
255/40ZR18 & 295/35ZR18

I have puny little 17" wheels.

17 x 8.5 front & rear ET13
245/45/17

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm117/rsv916r/BMW%208-series/bmw-07.jpg


Hey, are you guys with aftermarket wheels using hubcentric rings as well?

Thanks...

225/50-17 F
255/40-19 R

ACS Type III Monoblock Alloys (8.5in wide ET15 rims)

Going to 225/40-19F soon (next month or so), and use the 17s as my spares.

When the rubber needs to be changed, I am going to drop the rears down to 255/35-19R.

Images:
http://bimmerboard.com/members/auraraptor/original/Current.jpg


I have an 840 and the car is too anemic even with a 3.15 to need much more rubber then a 255 or 265 in the rear, unfortunately

Radial Style 32 replicas in 20" (in bLing-bLing chrome)

20x9" 245/30/20
20x10" 295/25/20
Yokohama ADVAN SPORT

http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/8/web/2084000-2084999/2084001_18_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/8/web/2084000-2084999/2084001_12_full.jpg

That 25 rear don't hurt?

That 25 rear don't hurt?

Wouldn't recommend them....

You will like 30's a lot more.

9x18" H2 e12 245/40
10,5x18" H2 e20 285/35

ALPINA :-)

e39 M5 with Dunlop SP Sport (front 8"x18" 245/40/18, rear 9.5"x18" 275/35/18)

Wheels = 18 x 8 front
18 x 9 rear
ASA Black w/Mach Lip AR1
Tires = 245/40R 18 front
275/35R 18 rear
Bought from tire rack.

are you using the spacers on the rear?

BBS 2-piece Style 5 - staggered. OEM Wheels
Front: 8x17 ET10
245/45/17 KUHMO ECSTA ASX

Rear: 9x17 ET 19
285/35/17 KUHMO ECSTA ASX

are you using the spacers on the rear?
No spacers whats so ever got to make sure them lugnuts get all the threads possible.

Bump. I still need more ideas on wheels.

Still need more ideas? or did you get them?

Still need more ideas? or did you get them?

Need more ideas. The choice for this car is limited. The different wheels I see installed by others, I can zone in on one nice set.

Ok how much are you willing to spend per wheel If you have the dough you can have some made to suit you 18" or ?

Need more ideas. The choice for this car is limited. The different wheels I see installed by others, I can zone in on one nice set.Actually there's a lot of choices for this car, We can use the wheels that a lot of 3 Series use in the rear but you will need a different offset up front! Buy Maya, A million styles, Expensive but there's some nice one's available! http://www.spoiledcars.com/SizeVehicles.asp?Trim=8 SERIES E31&Make=BMW SERIES E31&Make=BMW

Ok how much are you willing to spend per wheel If you have the dough you can have some made to suit you 18" or ?

Between $450 - $550 per wheel and $250 - $350 per good high performance tires (summer driving only).Actually there's a lot of choices for this car, We can use the wheels that a lot of 3 Series use in the rear but you will need a different offset up front! Buy Maya, A million styles, Expensive but there's some nice one's available! http://www.spoiledcars.com/SizeVehicles.asp?Trim=8 SERIES E31&Make=BMW SERIES E31&Make=BMW

Thanks for the link. I will check it out.

Keeping the OEM CSi wheels on the CSi

Don't blame you, Welcome Rog, I've seen that beautiful car before.

Welcome Rog! :D

Hartge Classic 19"

Front = 19X8.5 - ET15 with 245/35-19
Rear = 19X9.5 - ET22 with 285/30-19

Car is lowered with CSi Spring set and rolled fenders. No rub.

http://860.sentineltech.net/Pictures/Events/RacingDynamics/spring79.jpg

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1084205
this will help alot

YEee haaawww! My 4th Alpina wheel is finally en route from the UK to L.A. Hopefully by the end of next week I'll have my Alpina's installed. I ended up returning the Michelin PS2 255/40 + 295/35 since they'll rub (thank you (8Harry8, etc) Alpina wheel owners for enlightening me). I got 245/40 + 285/35 Pirelli P-Zero Rosso's instead as they don't make PS2 in those sizes. Oh well, I've been very happy with the P-Zero Nero's on my 8 thus far.

Cheers :D

^^^Lucky you.

As many know, I have finally decided on a set of rims. Now is the time to get your input on tires.

19x8 F offset 8 Tire: 245/35/19
19x10 R offset 20 Tire: 285/30/19

Are these tire sizes ideal? Car will be driven summer only (wet & dry) so I want something reasonably priced, nice aggressive tread, and minimal road noise.

Any suggestions? I am all over Ebay and Tire Rack and prices varry considerably. The brand names are overly priced. A good alternative is what I am looking for.

Also, is it imperative that the FRONT and REAR tires are off the same manufacturer? I will think so but what do I know.:)

This is a thread from my search on here but I will like to keep it current.
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1118005&highlight=tires

Perelli, You want find a quieter tire. You can barely hear them when you brake them loose as well, Big gears sure go's good with larger rims!

OZ Superlegerra III 9" & 10"x18 rims, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S "Z" rated rotation specific 245/40 & 275/35 tires. Minimal front spring perch clearance, but no rubbing. Rear has plenty of clearance. Needed 17"+ rims to clear oversized Brembo front brakes. Car is not lowered.

^^^Whale, your ride is lookin' hot!

"Burnin Rubber" :D

I'm still a fan of the AC Schnitzer (OZ Racing) type I or II wheels. Can't post a pic yet (still not enough posts), but I've got the Type I 17x8.5 front and 17X10 rear. Tires are 235/45 front and 275/40 rear.

I think you made a good choice to stay w/18's.

I finaly found a set of wheels that I like i'm just wondering if the offset is correct, They are 18x8.5 +13 front and 18x9.5 +15 rear or 19" with same specs,
would this work for my 850i??

Offset is fine. No comment on the Bolt pattern or hub diameter.

Offset is fine. No comment on the Bolt pattern or hub diameter.
bolt pattern is 5 on 120 and yes ill have to get hubcentric rings

MK- 18inch

Front : 18X9.5 - ET5 245/40/18
Rear : 18X11 - ET21 285/35/18

Hankook tire s1 v12

Nice!

8eights, did you ever try running a 295 30 19 rear? I was thinking of trying it on my 9.5x19 ET 21.5 rears.

For 30 minutes, I tried a set at a used/Tire repair shop, Only charges $20.00 to sample, they slightly touched on steep bumps or with a rear passenger, I could of did some altering on the protection plastic on the driverside to make it happen, But i didn't. You might be OK with the 9.5's, I have 10's and 285's, No issues.

Igot tiny rubbing only when I go over a big bump on the rear passenger side. Lip is 10"

Anyone tried Nitto Invo tires? I like the tread but dont know a thing about the quality.
Also should the fronts and rears be from the same manufacturer and type?
Here are the specs:

Manufacturer/Model:
Nitto Invo
Quantity:1
Ply Rating:4 Ply Rated
Size: 285/30-19
Load Rating/Speed Rating: 98Z
Sidewall: Blackwall
Treadwear/Temperature/Traction: 260AA


http://www.geckdev9.com/ImagesUpload/tire/nithz0.trd.jpg

For 30 minutes, I tried a set at a used/Tire repair shop, Only charges $20.00 to sample, they slightly touched on steep bumps or with a rear passenger, I could of did some altering on the protection plastic on the driverside to make it happen, But i didn't. You might be OK with the 9.5's, I have 10's and 285's, No issues.

Interesting. Was this after you had your rear lowered? I *might* be ok with stock rears.

Anyone tried Nitto Invo tires? I like the tread but dont know a thing about the quality.

Never tried them (I only use Mich or Bridgestone after a bad experience with Kumhos)

Also should the fronts and rears be from the same manufacturer and type?
Unless you really know what you are doing, YES.

Breyton Inspirations 17x8.5, tires michelin pilot 245/45/17

Interesting. Was this after you had your rear lowered? I *might* be ok with stock rears.


Never tried them (I only use Mich or Bridgestone after a bad experience with Kumhos)
Unless you really know what you are doing, YES.


Ok Thanks. The names above are the ideal tires but for the size of my rears and a car driven 4 months out of the year, I cant rationalize paying $500+ for 1 tire. Any alternatives?

Ok Thanks. The names above are the ideal tires but for the size of my rears and a car driven 4 months out of the year, I cant rationalize paying $500+ for 1 tire. Any alternatives?

Wait, I am confused. Which tire costs over $500+ for one tire? :confused

Wait, I am confused. Which tire costs over $500+ for one tire? :confused

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Compare1.jsp?sortValue=0&filterType=all&displayResults=10&compare=true&compareList=&RunFlat=All&goWhere=%252Ftires%252FCompare1.jsp&sortCode=&width=285%2F&ratio=30&diameter=19&startIndex=0

I am sure I can find them cheaper elsewhere but the USD-CAD conversion is hurting.:mad

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Compare1.jsp?sortValue=0&filterType=all&displayResults=10&compare=true&compareList=&RunFlat=All&goWhere=%252Ftires%252FCompare1.jsp&sortCode=&width=285%2F&ratio=30&diameter=19&startIndex=0

I am sure I can find them cheaper elsewhere but the USD-CAD conversion is hurting.:mad
Now I understand. I missed the conversion part. :stickoutt

Now I understand. I missed the conversion part. :stickoutt

That is always the catch.
I may just settle on some no names and advise other against it if they are REALLY bad. But at least, my expectations will be lower.:)

Make sure she's aligned up correctly before you enjoy your new set up, She'll drive great but want last without a alignment, That and good tire pressure will keep you happy.
***You photochopped your brakes on backwards*** I like it! Looks like a P car, What type of photshop do you use? I wanna start tinkering with that stuff, Thanks!

Make sure she's aligned up correctly before you enjoy your new set up, She'll drive great but want last without a alignment, That and good tire pressure will keep you happy.
***You photochopped your brakes on backwards*** I like it! Looks like a P car, What type of photshop do you use? I wanna start tinkering with that stuff, Thanks!

Ok. I am still waiting on the wheels. Being made as we speak. The DPE rep did the photoshop for me. I really want that BBK.

Ok. I am still waiting on the wheels. Being made as we speak. The DPE rep did the photoshop for me. I really want that BBK.

We (MWrench, and my colleagues from the E38 world, and I) are designing a rear BBK kit as we speak. Still in design phase though... then prototype...then testing...then first run...then testing...then its ready. :)

Ok. I am still waiting on the wheels. Being made as we speak. The DPE rep did the photoshop for me. I really want that BBK.
If your looking to stop better, Get some Wuffa steel Braided brake lines and some good pads, I have them and enjoy the look but the stock stuff stops great as well. Will Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 work for that type of stuff, Thanks!....

We (MWrench, and my colleagues from the E38 world, and I) are designing a rear BBK kit as we speak. Still in design phase though... then prototype...then testing...+1 Can't wait! That will be awesome, That's why you got rid of them??i's--) Here's a pic of one with Rear Brembo's, It a matter of cutomizing the brackest/Adapters, This car uses Calipers from a small Lotus with a 2 piece rotor.

If your looking to stop better, Get some Wuffa steel Braided brake lines and some good pads, Those BBK's are for looks on the street, I have them and enjoy the look but the stock stuff stops great as well. Will Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 work for that type of stuff, Thanks!....

+1 Can't wait! That's why you got rid of them??i's--)
I actually still have two 328mm spec setups.

The brand new Euro CSi kit posted a while back is still claimed for at present. We have not finalized it just yet as some great opportunities have come up for the buyer so I am patiently waiting. :)

I have another used vented 328mm rear setup that also retains the parking brake function and uses the UUC 4 pot calipers. This will likely be my hold me over until our new kit is designed.

Nice job with the Lotus calipers! We thought of using the lotus caliper, but passed since it would introduce quite a bit of rear bias, even with the biggest front calipers on the other end. Does that retain the parking brake function? What were/are the rotor sizes?

This is quite interesting stuff.