Snow tires on, new rims

BLK325 · 11-14-2005, 06:14 PM

Just mounted up my snows on a set of dedicated rims. I got a good deal on these replicas in a 17x8 size all around with a 38 offset. I am running a 215-45 LM 22 Blizzak as I like a narrow tire in the snow. They ride better than the runflats but squirm on warm, dry pavement. 4 months of snow :mad: I gotta move south.

I got three coats of Zaino on to help make it through the next few months of sand and salt. Tried their new Fusion product. It removed every scratch, swirl, and haze. This stuff is made for black paint. Don't use it too often though, it is an abrasive.

Casey 5 · 11-14-2005, 06:24 PM

Where did you get the rims?? Do they come in 18's??

Black325i · 11-14-2005, 06:54 PM

Nice rims. Nice handle !

Pyrat 2 · 11-14-2005, 06:58 PM

Looks sharp. You need to get the M labels for the inset on the rims. You can get them at bavarian autosport.

Part # : 36 11 2 228 660 $ 4.95 each

robinli · 11-14-2005, 07:15 PM

Where do you get Zaino in Toronto?

BLK325 · 11-14-2005, 07:54 PM

You can get Zaino at the Barbers Chair in the new Vaughan Mills Mall. Saves having to do the mail order thing.

I got the wheels through Burlington Tire Sales. My invoice lists the wheel as a BMW FA32. I think they may be from a company called Fast Wheels. If you go/call there speak to Dave or Bert and they can help you out. I wouldn't doubt that they have an 18 or even 19 inch application.

4nroots · 11-14-2005, 09:54 PM

how much did you pay for the set, if you don't mind me asking?

very nice by the way

icedragon · 11-15-2005, 06:47 PM

OMG. Where were you Monday morning??

I tried so hard to find M5 replica wheels but to no avail. So on Monday morning, I JUST ordered a set of the from Lakeshore Wheel and Tire. If only I knew they were available locally

Oh well, I still love my bimmer.

Robbie! · 11-15-2005, 09:26 PM

Wow! those rims looks nice!

I ordered this rim from EXTREME TIRE on YONGE north of Elgin Mills , with BRIDGESTONE LM-22 , dropping down to 16" for 205/55/16's for the winter. They were cheap.

BLK325 · 11-15-2005, 09:29 PM

4NROOTS, did you used to drive an IS300, blue I believe? If so I met you once at a meet in Toronto. I used to have a black IS300 and live in Stoney Creek.

Anyways, the rims were pretty cheap but only becasue I do all my corporate business there. Call it cashing in a favour. Given that I really don't want to publish the price because I know they won't sell them that low normally. Figure on $200/ea but that is just a rough idea.

icedragon, they just got this design on Friday. I didn't even get to see them before they went on, just took a chance. Worked out pretty good.

For those who asked, they are available in 18x8, 18x9, 19x8, and 19x9 or so the internet says. Not sure on the offsets. My rears need about a 10mm spacer to look right but I will keep them tucked in for the winter to keep the rock chips down.

BLK325 · 11-15-2005, 09:33 PM

Robbie, those where the rims I was going for and then they told me to try a flush multi-spoke because it would look better on the E90. It was for winter so I really didn't care that much and the F46 is a good looking wheel for the price. They had me wait until they got some new stock in so they could show me.

4nroots · 11-15-2005, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by BLK325

4NROOTS, did you used to drive an IS300, blue I believe? If so I met you once at a meet in Toronto. I used to have a black IS300 and live in Stoney Creek.

Wow...what a coincidence....nice memory man. That was definitely back in the day. I seem to remember a nice cruise we had along Yonge street and on the 401. The IS300 was a hot car at that time, i remember we got a lot of stares from envious onlookers. My IS got totalled about 2 years after that meet, since then have had a G35 coupe, 325i and a FX45. the E90 is definitely my favourite so far (even though the G coupe had a killer exhaust note). How do you like your car? sounds like we have the same colour this time!

here are some pics i think you may have sent me from the meet...and one of the old IS...it was a fun car to drive!

Robbie! · 11-16-2005, 12:21 AM

Do you know the manufacturer of the rims you got? were they from fast wheels?

BLK325 · 11-16-2005, 06:50 AM

Robbie, I am pretty sure they are Fast Wheels from the part number.

4NROOTS. I thought that was you. Yeah, the IS was hot back then. Out history is way too close for comfort. My IS was wrecked about 2 1/5 years ago. I got a FX35 to replace it, still have it and love it. I picked up a M Roadster for my wife which we just sold for the 325. I looked at a new IS but after driving a BMW for over 2 years we wanted nothing else. Here is a pic of our Roadster before we sold it.

4nroots · 11-16-2005, 07:21 AM

that roadster is hot.....very nice. you'll have to pick up a Z4 M roadster to replace it!!

icedragon · 11-17-2005, 11:34 AM

BLK325, might I suggest some wheel locks?
I know those are just your winter rims, but that design is hot and might still catch the attention of theives.

BLK325 · 11-17-2005, 08:40 PM

Good point on the wheel locks. I was thinking of changing to black bolts at the same time as the chrome ones look out of place.

tima · 11-17-2005, 08:49 PM

Black bolts, definitely!
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11-14-2005, 06:14 PM	#1
BLK325 Private 4 Rep 75 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	Snow tires on, new rims Just mounted up my snows on a set of dedicated rims. I got a good deal on these replicas in a 17x8 size all around with a 38 offset. I am running a 215-45 LM 22 Blizzak as I like a narrow tire in the snow. They ride better than the runflats but squirm on warm, dry pavement. 4 months of snow :mad: I gotta move south. I got three coats of Zaino on to help make it through the next few months of sand and salt. Tried their new Fusion product. It removed every scratch, swirl, and haze. This stuff is made for black paint. Don't use it too often though, it is an abrasive. Attached Images
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BLK325 Private 4 Rep 75 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	You can get Zaino at the Barbers Chair in the new Vaughan Mills Mall. Saves having to do the mail order thing. I got the wheels through Burlington Tire Sales. My invoice lists the wheel as a BMW FA32. I think they may be from a company called Fast Wheels. If you go/call there speak to Dave or Bert and they can help you out. I wouldn't doubt that they have an 18 or even 19 inch application.
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4nroots Subluxator 58 Rep 452 Posts Drives: E90 335d, E93 M3 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	how much did you pay for the set, if you don't mind me asking? very nice by the way __________________ E90 335xi Jerez Black, M-Sport, BMW power pack E63 AMG Wagon, Fully loaded If I lived in Germany, I'd be proud to drive domestic!
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Robbie! Private First Class 18 Rep 170 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325I Join Date: May 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Wow! those rims looks nice! I ordered this rim from EXTREME TIRE on YONGE north of Elgin Mills , with BRIDGESTONE LM-22 , dropping down to 16" for 205/55/16's for the winter. They were cheap. Attached Images __________________ E90 Titanium Silver/Black/6spd man/Sport/Premium/
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BLK325 Private 4 Rep 75 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	4NROOTS, did you used to drive an IS300, blue I believe? If so I met you once at a meet in Toronto. I used to have a black IS300 and live in Stoney Creek. Anyways, the rims were pretty cheap but only becasue I do all my corporate business there. Call it cashing in a favour. Given that I really don't want to publish the price because I know they won't sell them that low normally. Figure on $200/ea but that is just a rough idea. icedragon, they just got this design on Friday. I didn't even get to see them before they went on, just took a chance. Worked out pretty good. For those who asked, they are available in 18x8, 18x9, 19x8, and 19x9 or so the internet says. Not sure on the offsets. My rears need about a 10mm spacer to look right but I will keep them tucked in for the winter to keep the rock chips down.
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BLK325 Private 4 Rep 75 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	Robbie, those where the rims I was going for and then they told me to try a flush multi-spoke because it would look better on the E90. It was for winter so I really didn't care that much and the F46 is a good looking wheel for the price. They had me wait until they got some new stock in so they could show me.
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BLK325 Private 4 Rep 75 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	Robbie, I am pretty sure they are Fast Wheels from the part number. 4NROOTS. I thought that was you. Yeah, the IS was hot back then. Out history is way too close for comfort. My IS was wrecked about 2 1/5 years ago. I got a FX35 to replace it, still have it and love it. I picked up a M Roadster for my wife which we just sold for the 325. I looked at a new IS but after driving a BMW for over 2 years we wanted nothing else. Here is a pic of our Roadster before we sold it. Attached Images
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4nroots Subluxator 58 Rep 452 Posts Drives: E90 335d, E93 M3 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	that roadster is hot.....very nice. you'll have to pick up a Z4 M roadster to replace it!! __________________ E90 335xi Jerez Black, M-Sport, BMW power pack E63 AMG Wagon, Fully loaded If I lived in Germany, I'd be proud to drive domestic!
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BLK325 Private 4 Rep 75 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	Good point on the wheel locks. I was thinking of changing to black bolts at the same time as the chrome ones look out of place.
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