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[DUI Elite]

Need to bump this for a quick question.

Has anyone ever run spacers using the 17x9 ET30 Arc-8's on the rear? Haven't found any results on it.





Having trouble deciding on whether 15mm spacers are safe to run on the rear.

[ashmostro]

I haven't but I probably could run 10 easily. 15 might be tight on my lci, but can't say for sure.

[DUI Elite]

^thats what I was thinking too. I have pre-LCI so I have a little more room to work with on the rear compared to LCI E90's.

12mm looks safe, 15mm looks too close to call when I measured it.

[NWCT335d]

You will definitely have room on your pre-lci. I would say 12-15 should be fine.

On my LCI with these same wheels and 255/40/17 Pilot Sport A/S 3's, I wouldn't go more than 5....maybe 10, but that would be pushing it. If I had narrower tires, 10 would probably be ok.

Since the lci is pushed out 8mm further, that would put you in the 10-15 range safely, depending on tire choice and suspension set up (mine is OEM sport).

[DUI Elite]

Originally Posted by NWCT335d

You will definitely have room on your pre-lci. I would say 12-15 should be fine.

On my LCI with these same wheels and 255/40/17 Pilot Sport A/S 3's, I wouldn't go more than 5....maybe 10, but that would be pushing it. If I had narrower tires, 10 would probably be ok.

Since the lci is pushed out 8mm further, that would put you in the 10-15 range safely, depending on tire choice and suspension set up (mine is OEM sport).

Oh wow. Pilots usually run wide IIRC too.

Yeah I should maybe mention I'm running a 245/40/17 Falken FK 453 tire. Also, lowered on H&R Sport Springs (which sit just a tiny bit lower than stock sport springs).

I want to to try the 15 mm, but I might have to play it safe and stick with 12mm lol.

Thank you very much for the input guys. It helps a lot.

[213e90n51]

So Arc 8 17x9 will fit a E90 lci with no spacers perfectly on sport suspension?

[hdrewh]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

So Arc 8 17x9 will fit a E90 lci with no spacers perfectly on sport suspension?

Confirmed. Have them on my '09, not factory sport suspension but Eibach Pro/Koni FSD combination. They look great and no rubbing. Spacers would bring them out a bit closer to flush but definitely not a requirement.

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by hdrewh

Confirmed. Have them on my '09, not factory sport suspension but Eibach Pro/Koni FSD combination. They look great and no rubbing. Spacers would bring them out a bit closer to flush but definitely not a requirement.

Why thank you. Because i want the concave arc 8 17x9 but i wonder if people with lowered suspension or sport rubs. Whats ur tire size my good sir? And good morning!

[nyteryda3]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

So Arc 8 17x9 will fit a E90 lci with no spacers perfectly on sport suspension?

yes it fits perfectly with 255/40/17 square on E90 LCI with M-Sport Suspension. you can see the Apex fitment guide, first pic shows it. best purchase i've made for my E90!

[MooreBoost]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

Why thank you. Because i want the concave arc 8 17x9 but i wonder if people with lowered suspension or sport rubs. Whats ur tire size my good sir? And good morning!

I have 17x9 +30 ARC-8's on my LCI E90 with Sport Suspension and 255/40/17 tires, no rubbing.

I also agree that they could use +5 spacers in the front and maybe +10 in the rear to get that completely flush, aggressive look.

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by MooreBoost

I have 17x9 +30 ARC-8's on my LCI E90 with Sport Suspension and 255/40/17 tires, no rubbing.

I also agree that they could use +5 spacers in the front and maybe +10 in the rear to get that completely flush, aggressive look.

Do you think you can post a pic. I wanna see how meaty the tires look and stance. Im about to get these rims with same tire sizes if i get seduced enough. Also, did it get comfier?!?!?

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by nyteryda3

yes it fits perfectly with 255/40/17 square on E90 LCI with M-Sport Suspension. you can see the Apex fitment guide, first pic shows it. best purchase i've made for my E90!

What tires do you have on it. Wow nice!

[nyteryda3]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

What tires do you have on it. Wow nice!

i have Achilles ATR Sport 2 255/40/17 on my E90 M-Sport daily driver. ride is amazing now, much better than with the OEM staggered setup. you can even use the OEM lug bolts.

here's the link to see how the car looks with this setup on Apex's site (1st pic)-
https://support.apexraceparts.com/hc...-Fitment-Guide

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by nyteryda3

i have Achilles ATR Sport 2 255/40/17 on my E90 M-Sport daily driver. ride is amazing now, much better than with the OEM staggered setup. you can even use the OEM lug bolts.

here's the link to see how the car looks with this setup on Apex's site (1st pic)-
https://support.apexraceparts.com/hc/en-us/articles/360001673834-E9x-3-Series-non-M-Wheel-Tire-Fitment-Guide

WOW omg urs look exactly like that? Meaty tires and the same drop?

[nyteryda3]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

WOW omg urs look exactly like that? Meaty tires and the same drop?

yes, except I have the stock M-Sport front bumper instead of his bumper/lip.

if you get the satin black ARC-8's it gives that "low enough" look for us with M-Sport suspension.

before I found the ARC-8's, I was going to order the Bilstein B14 suspension and go with different aftermarket wheels to achieve my desired fitment but after reading and seeing that pic of an E90 M-Sport stock suspension on 17x9 Square ARC-8's with 255/40 square I was sold.

the fitment, look, and most importantly, the drive is perfect. you don't need any accessories (spacers, lug bolts, hub rings, etc...) at all, just mount to the tires and bolt right up to the car and enjoy.

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by nyteryda3

yes, except I have the stock M-Sport front bumper instead of his bumper/lip.

if you get the satin black ARC-8's it gives that "low enough" look for us with M-Sport suspension.

before I found the ARC-8's, I was going to order the Bilstein B14 suspension and go with different aftermarket wheels to achieve my desired fitment but after reading and seeing that pic of an E90 M-Sport stock suspension on 17x9 Square ARC-8's with 255/40 square I was sold.

the fitment, look, and most importantly, the drive is perfect. you don't need any accessories (spacers, lug bolts, hub rings, etc...) at all, just mount to the tires and bolt right up to the car and enjoy.

Do you think I can see how your car exactly looks? on your profile i see a picture but its streched out. Thanks!

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by nyteryda3

i have Achilles ATR Sport 2 255/40/17 on my E90 M-Sport daily driver. ride is amazing now, much better than with the OEM staggered setup. you can even use the OEM lug bolts.

here's the link to see how the car looks with this setup on Apex's site (1st pic)-
https://support.apexraceparts.com/hc/en-us/articles/360001673834-E9x-3-Series-non-M-Wheel-Tire-Fitment-Guide

Did u do anything to the aligment or stock can fit these right away with m sport?

[nyteryda3]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

Did u do anything to the aligment or stock can fit these right away with m sport?

OEM alignment spec. i read some people pull the camber pins but I didn't. straight bolt on, even used the OEM lug bolts.

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by nyteryda3

OEM alignment spec. i read some people pull the camber pins but I didn't. straight bolt on, even used the OEM lug bolts.

Wow so i hear so much about apex the concave 17 inch x 9 with 255 40 so urs isny even close to rubbing? More like just plug and play?

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

Wow so i hear so much about apex the concave 17 inch x 9 with 255 40 so urs isny even close to rubbing? More like just plug and play?

That's the recommended size...what makes you think it would rub?

[213e90n51]

Originally Posted by FCobra94

That's the recommended size...what makes you think it would rub?

In the front tho?

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

In the front tho?

Yes....use the search tool; both on google and here. In the ~15 years these cars have been around, it's obviously been done before.