JCW JCW Aftermarket Wheels
#376
#377
I'm running 18x8 ET45 215/40/18 Michelin PSS, lowered on JCW Pro coilovers (KW V1) and have not rubbing or clearance issues on my JCW. I know my wheels aren't exact to the Pro Race 1.2, but this should give you an idea that you'll be fine.
#378
Thank you so much! I like to have some meat on my tires, and am adding the Eibach springs which only bring it down about an inch or less.
#379
I have the Pro Race wheels in 17X8 with 215 tires and they fit. Clearance bet the rim and the shock tube is a hair but I haven't had problems. That 17x7.5 would be perfect!
#380
Thank you! I was going to get the 17x8, but when I checked the rimstock fitment page (I guess they manufacture the Pro Race wheels), they listed a 17x7.5 that fits with no warnings about the fender. I'd rather play it a little safer (and lighter) with the wheel if possible, but finding that specific size has been tough.
#381
Thanks...I was going to ask that again. Well, that setup appears to be the largest wheel & tire combo for the F56 JCW, unless you jump to the ACS 19" wheels.
I started a wheel & tire thread in early 2015 on the f56mini forum about how to make larger wheels & wider tires fit these cars. It's certainly not been easy getting answers has it? Thankfully, NM & TD stepped up to the plate! As I recall, a 235/35/18 tire size is a match for the original 205/40/18 tire OD, but that's just too much rubber!
I assume your clearance from the strut is very close but adequate right?
I remember you working on a proper fitmentnt for a long time, so congrats for leading the way for those of us following along!
Happy Motoring,
John
I started a wheel & tire thread in early 2015 on the f56mini forum about how to make larger wheels & wider tires fit these cars. It's certainly not been easy getting answers has it? Thankfully, NM & TD stepped up to the plate! As I recall, a 235/35/18 tire size is a match for the original 205/40/18 tire OD, but that's just too much rubber!
I assume your clearance from the strut is very close but adequate right?
I remember you working on a proper fitmentnt for a long time, so congrats for leading the way for those of us following along!
Happy Motoring,
John
I am looking to get new tires and wheels.
#382
#383
My best advice would be to review this thread:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...nt-thread.html
Tons of information on here, along with other threads on this forum.
Generally though, I am of the opinion that 225's are pushing it a bit too far. If I change from my stock setup I will likely not go wider that 215's. The offset of the wheel is important, but generally ET40 to 45 seems to fit without issue.
Coilovers also help with clearance since they are narrower than stock springs.
#384
Just as an aside - When upgrading to 18" wheels and tyres from 17" you must remember to do the math. The stock tyre size on 17" wheels is 205/40. Increasing the diameter to 18" requires reducing the shoulder height to 35 in order for the speedo to read correctly.
NOTE - This only affects the 18" from 17" upgrade.
And by the by I am running 225/35 on 18" with JCW Pro Coilovers and no rubbing.
NOTE - This only affects the 18" from 17" upgrade.
And by the by I am running 225/35 on 18" with JCW Pro Coilovers and no rubbing.
#385
Just as an aside - When upgrading to 18" wheels and tyres from 17" you must remember to do the math. The stock tyre size on 17" wheels is 205/40. Increasing the diameter to 18" requires reducing the shoulder height to 35 in order for the speedo to read correctly.
NOTE - This only affects the 18" from 17" upgrade.
And by the by I am running 225/35 on 18" with JCW Pro Coilovers and no rubbing.
NOTE - This only affects the 18" from 17" upgrade.
And by the by I am running 225/35 on 18" with JCW Pro Coilovers and no rubbing.
#389
#390
(from tirerack.com)
Plus sizing your wheels and tires is the best way to improve both the performance and appearance of your vehicle. By using a larger diameter wheel with a lower profile tire it's possible to properly maintain the overall diameter of the tire, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. By using a tire with a shorter sidewall, you gain quickness in steering response and better lateral stability. The visual appeal is obvious, most wheels look better than the sidewall of the tire, so the more wheel and less sidewall there is, the better it looks. Please contact our sales team for assistance in the proper sizing for your vehicle.
Plus sizing your wheels and tires is the best way to improve both the performance and appearance of your vehicle. By using a larger diameter wheel with a lower profile tire it's possible to properly maintain the overall diameter of the tire, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. By using a tire with a shorter sidewall, you gain quickness in steering response and better lateral stability. The visual appeal is obvious, most wheels look better than the sidewall of the tire, so the more wheel and less sidewall there is, the better it looks. Please contact our sales team for assistance in the proper sizing for your vehicle.
#391
(from tirerack.com)
Plus sizing your wheels and tires is the best way to improve both the performance and appearance of your vehicle. By using a larger diameter wheel with a lower profile tire it's possible to properly maintain the overall diameter of the tire, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. By using a tire with a shorter sidewall, you gain quickness in steering response and better lateral stability. The visual appeal is obvious, most wheels look better than the sidewall of the tire, so the more wheel and less sidewall there is, the better it looks. Please contact our sales team for assistance in the proper sizing for your vehicle.
Plus sizing your wheels and tires is the best way to improve both the performance and appearance of your vehicle. By using a larger diameter wheel with a lower profile tire it's possible to properly maintain the overall diameter of the tire, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. By using a tire with a shorter sidewall, you gain quickness in steering response and better lateral stability. The visual appeal is obvious, most wheels look better than the sidewall of the tire, so the more wheel and less sidewall there is, the better it looks. Please contact our sales team for assistance in the proper sizing for your vehicle.
#392
#393
#394
Did your JCW caps fit your new wheels (car looks absolutely stunning)?
Hi everyone,
i finally got my dreams wheels :
BBS SR 8x18 ET 45
YOKOHAMA Advan Fleva V701 205/40 R18
10mm spacer front
12mm spacer rear
Here in Italy is virtually impossible to use a different tire size, but fortunally in real is 215...
FAb
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Hi everyone,
i finally got my dreams wheels :
BBS SR 8x18 ET 45
YOKOHAMA Advan Fleva V701 205/40 R18
10mm spacer front
12mm spacer rear
Here in Italy is virtually impossible to use a different tire size, but fortunally in real is 215...
FAb
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#395
#396
Assuming you mean Team Dynamics, that size should fit. 17x7.5 ET45 fits (http://www.minif56.com/forum/showthread.php?p=663138), so 17x8 should fit with more clearance.
--Matt
--Matt
#397
Assuming you mean Team Dynamics, that size should fit. 17x7.5 ET45 fits (http://www.minif56.com/forum/showthread.php?p=663138), so 17x8 should fit with more clearance.
--Matt
--Matt
#398
Maybe. Looking at rimstock's fitment tool, it looks like they recommend ET45 for a 17x8, but tires might make that implausible.
A few posts back on this page, someone indicated them fitting with 215s. https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4287384
A few posts back on this page, someone indicated them fitting with 215s. https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4287384
Last edited by mattkosem; 04-19-2017 at 06:27 PM.
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