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09-28-2010, 08:14 PM | #113 | |
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No one can tell you what kind of tires to put on your car...and no chance it will void your warranty.
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09-29-2010, 09:26 AM | #116 |
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well worth it
I personally spent $50 bucks. Sold my used run-flats (lots of guy need them for lease returns) and bought V12s for $550 shipped + $150 mount and balance. Total came out to $50 bucks out of my pocket For winter have run-flat setup, probably not as harsh on 17s |
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Bringing this thread back to life...my 06 325i still has it's original RFTs (current mileage is +45,000) on the OEM 16 " wheels...tires a pretty shot so a few questions:
1) can I put non-RFT tires on these OEM wheels? (Stupid question I'm sure but I really don't know) 2) I'd like to move into 17's but last time I did that (see attached pics) the car didn't feel as peppy versus the 16's. Will non-RFT 17's on non-OEM 17's keep me "OEM" as far as acceleration and whatnot? Also what's a good all-around/all weather tire you guys recommend? I'm in Norcal where rain is the only thing we need to worry about regarding the road... THANKS!! |
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06-27-2011, 10:38 AM | #118 | |
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No dealership will do it for me, or they say there are no "NON RFT" tires available for my configuration. Working on an aftermarket alternative.
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06-27-2011, 02:29 PM | #120 |
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1. Many folks have mounted non RFTs on OEM BMW wheels with no problems.
2. As BMW takes the position that the car is designed for RFTs, I doubt you will find a dealer who will sell and/or mount them. 3. For an excellent A/S non RFT, I'd recommend the Conti DWS, which is also an excellent value. Check Tire rack or local tire shops, not a BMW dealer. 4. For the '06 325i, a 225/45R17 tire will be similar in overall diameter to the stock 205/55R16 and should therefor perform about the same. But I don't see where the cost of the 17" wheels would be worth the switch. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....autoModel=325i Sedan&autoModClar=Base Model Tom |
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06-29-2011, 09:24 AM | #121 |
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Doesn't that pic above show style 162, 18" wheels?
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06-29-2011, 11:36 AM | #122 |
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Sorry, I'm new and will probably be asking a lot of stupid questions.
we have an 07 335i and i was wondering 1) if I can replace the runflats with non runflats without any modification? 2) If so, can these be done at any tire shop or do you have to have some sort of mythical Luftwaffer machine made from unobtanium and only available at BMW dealers? and 3) Which flat repair kit should i get to avoid interference with the TPMS? Since we have only had the car a few months, I will be asking a lot more of these type questions. Thanks in advance for your patience. Bill |
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Help - I need a compact spare for 2007 328i
I am looking for a compact spare that will fit a 2007 328i w/Sport package, I have factory 17" wheels and the tires are staggered. I found a post that mentioned a compact spare from Tischer but it will not fit mine - do to the wheel size. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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This is true. The BMW DEALER will not take the car back or will charge you to replace the cars tires back to OEM - or a RFT. They were going to do this to me.
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Read the posts and search. This is not just a no brainer.
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