Anyone Running Wide 18s with Meaty Tyres?

Jim1985 · 06-17-2015, 05:16 AM

I know theres probably a thread about this but I prefer seeing what people in the UK have done as their experience is more relevant, suppliers more readily available etc.

I'm considering running an 18x9.5 squared setup, but seeing as you need to stagger tyre sizes, it may be easier to run 18x9 F 18x10 R, or perhaps 18x9 squared with fat tyres and spacers on the rear.

Anyone doing the same? I'm not clued up on tyre sizes but I'm thinking 255+ on the rear and chunky sidewalls.

Some pics of what I mean:
(Trying not to post M3s as the bodywork is different)

Or I might just go for 17s...

Also, anyone know of any decent tyres with a square sidewall and good performance, that can be used in the wet as well? Preferably not too noisy either. Price is a bit of a factor also....

Digitalize · 06-17-2015, 05:20 AM

The majority of those tyres are high performance models which have much squarer fitment and sidewalls. You'll struggle to get the same look without running a semi slick/performance based tyre.

Jim1985 · 06-17-2015, 05:29 AM

Aha. Cheers. Am I right in thinking wet weather performance wouldnt be great then?

RajB · 06-17-2015, 05:51 AM

Apex Arc-8's is what I'm considering at some point. I've been thinking 8.5/9.5 though on 18's and then running 225 (or 235) fronts with 265 rears.

Jim1985 · 06-17-2015, 06:09 AM

Same here although I think if I was to run those sizes I'd go for low offsets.

RajB · 06-17-2015, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim1985

Same here although I think if I was to run those sizes I'd go for low offsets.

Was looking at et38 front and et35 rear to ensure no rubbing issues etc.

Digitalize · 06-17-2015, 08:37 AM

Hack Engineering is the place to get the Apex wheels.

Semi Slicks usually don't have the same wet weather performance as a more all round tyre, but I doubt it would be an issue as otherwise performance cars would be unusable in the wet.

Trouble is, they aren't cheap. Michelin Pilot Super Sport is the general sort of thing. The Hankooks pictured look like a good balance too. Look like Ventus R-S3.

Jim1985 · 06-17-2015, 08:52 AM

I like the Hankooks I have on at the minute. Decisions decisions!

Phil325i · 06-17-2015, 10:13 AM

These websites might help you with the size/profile/rubbing/speedo effect conundrums...

http://www.willtheyfit.com/

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/t-wheel_guide.aspx

Jim1985 · 06-17-2015, 10:49 AM

Some light reading there thank you matey!

Wayne-G · 06-19-2015, 04:14 PM

You considered some 270m's? There et20 all round. Here's some on my e91

Or even 219m/260m, pretty similar looking wheels but there both 18's with lowish offsets..

ethanjoon · 06-19-2015, 04:48 PM

TE37s are so sexy with meaty tires and a drop

Jim1985 · 06-19-2015, 05:22 PM

Wayne Id never seen those before they look amazing! Readily available? Are you on stock sport suspension with your e91?

Phil325i · 06-20-2015, 03:19 AM

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Wayne Id never seen those before they look amazing! Readily available? Are you on stock sport suspension with your e91?

+1. Wayne can we have more details of the wheels (e.g. diameter) and the tyre size? I presume they're not staggered? And is your set-up without spacers? Any rubbing issues or did you have you arches rolled?

Jules59 · 06-21-2015, 07:12 PM

FWIW
Im running R18 193 wheels with wider 235/40 and 265/35 tyres - obviously the tyres are now taller with the OEM sidewall ratios but they fill the wheels arches nicely IMO . No pics yet - anyone wanna see ?

Fez335i · 06-21-2015, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Jules59

FWIW
Im running R18 193 wheels with wider 235/40 and 265/35 tyres - obviously the tyres are now taller with the OEM sidewall ratios but they fill the wheels arches nicely IMO . No pics yet - anyone wanna see ?

Is the car lowered? Go on, show us some pics!

Jim1985 · 06-21-2015, 07:21 PM

I'd love to see that Jules!
I'm a big fan of chunky sidewalls

Jules59 · 06-22-2015, 04:22 PM

Here you go - took a few quick pics with my phone before going to work this am

(Lowered on Eibachs with M3 front arms)

I'll take some further away ones tomorrow as I dont think they do the car justice - now that Ive seen them on the PC monitor

Jim1985 · 06-22-2015, 05:13 PM

Looks fantastic!

Senpai · 06-22-2015, 05:22 PM

running 18x9.5 +22 squared with 255/35r18 pilot super sports and they are a perfect fit! MPSS have awesome dry and wet performance along with a good tread wear rating.

Jim1985 · 06-22-2015, 05:36 PM

Let's see some pics!

Senpai · 06-22-2015, 06:54 PM

sorry for the bad quality my phone kinda sucks but I raised it a bit from this height but there's room for me to go 265's all around which is probably what I'll be going for next

06-17-2015, 05:16 AM	#1
Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Anyone Running Wide 18s with Meaty Tyres? I know theres probably a thread about this but I prefer seeing what people in the UK have done as their experience is more relevant, suppliers more readily available etc. I'm considering running an 18x9.5 squared setup, but seeing as you need to stagger tyre sizes, it may be easier to run 18x9 F 18x10 R, or perhaps 18x9 squared with fat tyres and spacers on the rear. Anyone doing the same? I'm not clued up on tyre sizes but I'm thinking 255+ on the rear and chunky sidewalls. Some pics of what I mean: (Trying not to post M3s as the bodywork is different) Or I might just go for 17s... Also, anyone know of any decent tyres with a square sidewall and good performance, that can be used in the wet as well? Preferably not too noisy either. Price is a bit of a factor also....
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Digitalize Photographer 412 Rep 2,643 Posts Drives: 320D Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	The majority of those tyres are high performance models which have much squarer fitment and sidewalls. You'll struggle to get the same look without running a semi slick/performance based tyre.
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06-17-2015, 05:29 AM	#3
Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Aha. Cheers. Am I right in thinking wet weather performance wouldnt be great then?
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RajB Brigadier General 448 Rep 3,312 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Midlands iTrader: (4)	Apex Arc-8's is what I'm considering at some point. I've been thinking 8.5/9.5 though on 18's and then running 225 (or 235) fronts with 265 rears. __________________ E92 335i / M3 Hybrid - The Build
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06-17-2015, 06:09 AM	#5
Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Same here although I think if I was to run those sizes I'd go for low offsets.
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06-17-2015, 08:37 AM	#7
Digitalize Photographer 412 Rep 2,643 Posts Drives: 320D Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Hack Engineering is the place to get the Apex wheels. Semi Slicks usually don't have the same wet weather performance as a more all round tyre, but I doubt it would be an issue as otherwise performance cars would be unusable in the wet. Trouble is, they aren't cheap. Michelin Pilot Super Sport is the general sort of thing. The Hankooks pictured look like a good balance too. Look like Ventus R-S3.
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06-17-2015, 08:52 AM	#8
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06-17-2015, 10:49 AM	#10
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06-19-2015, 04:14 PM	#11
Wayne-G Lieutenant 104 Rep 401 Posts Drives: MG F30 330d Msport xDrive Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: County Durham iTrader: (0)	You considered some 270m's? There et20 all round. Here's some on my e91 Or even 219m/260m, pretty similar looking wheels but there both 18's with lowish offsets..
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ethanjoon Major 184 Rep 1,364 Posts Drives: E92 335xi 6MT, E90 330i 6MT Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	TE37s are so sexy with meaty tires and a drop __________________ 2010 E92 335xi FBO 6-speed (Space Grey over Tobago Blue) 2006 E90 330i 6-speed (Arktis Blue over Black) 1984 E23 733i 5-speed (Delphin Grey over Pearl Beige)
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06-19-2015, 05:22 PM	#13
Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Wayne Id never seen those before they look amazing! Readily available? Are you on stock sport suspension with your e91?
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06-21-2015, 07:12 PM	#15
Jules59 Lieutenant 56 Rep 540 Posts Drives: Still searching ... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Wilds of Warwickshire iTrader: (0)	FWIW Im running R18 193 wheels with wider 235/40 and 265/35 tyres - obviously the tyres are now taller with the OEM sidewall ratios but they fill the wheels arches nicely IMO . No pics yet - anyone wanna see ? __________________ Jules
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06-21-2015, 07:21 PM	#17
Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	I'd love to see that Jules! I'm a big fan of chunky sidewalls
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Jules59 Lieutenant 56 Rep 540 Posts Drives: Still searching ... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Wilds of Warwickshire iTrader: (0)	Here you go - took a few quick pics with my phone before going to work this am (Lowered on Eibachs with M3 front arms) I'll take some further away ones tomorrow as I dont think they do the car justice - now that Ive seen them on the PC monitor Attached Images __________________ Jules
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Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Looks fantastic!
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Senpai Major 482 Rep 1,225 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (12)	running 18x9.5 +22 squared with 255/35r18 pilot super sports and they are a perfect fit! MPSS have awesome dry and wet performance along with a good tread wear rating. __________________ Jerez Black E90 M3 6MT KW-AP Racing-Volk-Varis-Akrapovic-Recaro
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Jim1985 First Lieutenant 54 Rep 376 Posts Drives: E90 335d Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Let's see some pics!
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06-22-2015, 06:54 PM	#22
Senpai Major 482 Rep 1,225 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (12)	sorry for the bad quality my phone kinda sucks but I raised it a bit from this height but there's room for me to go 265's all around which is probably what I'll be going for next Attached Images __________________ Jerez Black E90 M3 6MT KW-AP Racing-Volk-Varis-Akrapovic-Recaro
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