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      04-25-2013, 10:51 AM   #1
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17" wheel suggestions

Currently have style 159s in my 335xi sedan. 17x8 ET34

My tires are oem run flats that are practically brand new

I wanted to do 18s but since my tires are new I'm reconsidering just throwing on 17s

I looked online and found element wheels website. And few others

Just curious if anyone is running aftermarket 17s or has some recommendations for vendors. I'm not opposed to throwing on spacers either considering that was my original plan with 159s

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APEX arc-8
They have both high and low offset sizes to minimize need for spacers.
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I don't have the arc-8s but have ec-7s and like the quality of their wheels
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You can do 18s and have your tire shop stretch the tires on your 17s.
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You can do 18s and have your tire shop stretch the tires on your 17s.
I do hope this is a joke!
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Currently have style 159s in my 335xi sedan. 17x8 ET34

My tires are oem run flats that are practically brand new

I wanted to do 18s but since my tires are new I'm reconsidering just throwing on 17s

I looked online and found element wheels website. And few others

Just curious if anyone is running aftermarket 17s or has some recommendations for vendors. I'm not opposed to throwing on spacers either considering that was my original plan with 159s

Thanks
If you're just after a different look, you could check out the Rial Salerno or Sport Edition A7 among others :

Wheels http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...eels/index.jsp
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Some guys do it. I don't, but some do.
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APEX arc-8
They have both high and low offset sizes to minimize need for spacers.
Apexraceparts.com
I don't have the arc-8s but have ec-7s and like the quality of their wheels
+1 for Arc-8. Best bang for buck + semi good looks. Lots of fitment and sizes plus very light weight. Look into it!
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