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[noah.s]

Hey guys I’m looking to get some new wheels and found a used set with tires. I drive a 2011 355i E90 on the stock MSport suspension. I will not be lowering the car at all. The wheels I’m looking at are the Apex EC-7. They’re square 18x9.5” ET35 with MPSS 265/35/18 all around. I’ve seen some people run this setup but with different tires but I think the MPSS run tall.

If anyone could help with fitment, spacers, etc.. that would be awesome. Thanks!

[Expert@ApexWheels]

Originally Posted by noah.s

Hey guys I’m looking to get some new wheels and found a used set with tires. I drive a 2011 355i E90 on the stock MSport suspension. I will not be lowering the car at all. The wheels I’m looking at are the Apex EC-7. They’re square 18x9.5” ET35 with MPSS 265/35/18 all around. I’ve seen some people run this setup but with different tires but I think the MPSS run tall.

If anyone could help with fitment, spacers, etc.. that would be awesome. Thanks!

Hi there,

The 18x9.5" ET35 square setup with 265/35-18 tires at all four corners is a VERY aggressive setup for a non-M E90. Typically this setup is only used for track-focused applications due to the significant front negative chamber requirement. Here is some additional information on that particular fitment:

Front & Rear: 18x9.5" ET35 with 265/35-18 tires
-At least 5mm front spacers are required for inner strut clearance.
-Aftermarket suspensions that are known for reduced inner clearance (see below) can not be used with this fitment.
-At least -3 degrees of front negative camber required.
-275/35-18 tires can be used with additional negative camber.
-LCI: Sedan and wagon may require rolled rear fenders and/or negative camber to prevent rubbing.

With stock suspension, a 5mm front spacer will be required to clear the inner suspension components. To fit the 18x9.5" ET35 with a 265/35-18 tire under the front fenders, typically around -3.0 degrees of camber is required. With that being said, front camber plates will be a must with this setup.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out!

-Geirsen

[noah.s]

Originally Posted by Expert@ApexRaceParts

Hi there,

The 18x9.5" ET35 square setup with 265/35-18 tires at all four corners is a VERY aggressive setup for a non-M E90. Typically this setup is only used for track-focused applications due to the significant front negative chamber requirement. Here is some additional information on that particular fitment:

Front & Rear: 18x9.5" ET35 with 265/35-18 tires
-At least 5mm front spacers are required for inner strut clearance.
-Aftermarket suspensions that are known for reduced inner clearance (see below) can not be used with this fitment.
-At least -3 degrees of front negative camber required.
-275/35-18 tires can be used with additional negative camber.
-LCI: Sedan and wagon may require rolled rear fenders and/or negative camber to prevent rubbing.

With stock suspension, a 5mm front spacer will be required to clear the inner suspension components. To fit the 18x9.5" ET35 with a 265/35-18 tire under the front fenders, typically around -3.0 degrees of camber is required. With that being said, front camber plates will be a must with this setup.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out!

-Geirsen

Appreciate the help! I guess I’ll keep looking!