[random hero]

Building a 235i for WRL/NASA - We have planning on using the 235IR wide body setup, but there are some delays, and shipping alone is $1500 (total kit over $10k) - so we're considering holding off for now.

This is a race car, purpose built, never be driven on the track. We're expecting to run 3 to 3.5 camber, will likely run JRZ non-resi coilover, or Ohlins DFV setup - My brain hurts reading through so many threads about "poke" "concave" etc...

I need to know, running square setup what is widest tire M235 can accommodate - Also, ideal offset. Last, I've read about Turner hub extensions, certain coilovers rubbing etc. Any permanent info greatly appreciated!

[pikcachu]

Originally Posted by random hero

Building a 235i for WRL/NASA - We have planning on using the 235IR wide body setup, but there are some delays, and shipping alone is $1500 (total kit over $10k) - so we're considering holding off for now.

This is a race car, purpose built, never be driven on the track. We're expecting to run 3 to 3.5 camber, will likely run JRZ non-resi coilover, or Ohlins DFV setup - My brain hurts reading through so many threads about "poke" "concave" etc...

I need to know, running square setup what is widest tire M235 can accommodate - Also, ideal offset. Last, I've read about Turner hub extensions, certain coilovers rubbing etc. Any permanent info greatly appreciated!

stock you can run 245...
with camber plates some people i believe run 255

[random hero]

255's ... wow, looks like we'll be working on some fender flares

[pikcachu]

Originally Posted by random hero

255's ... wow, looks like we'll be working on some fender flares

yeah.. kind of sucks cause you hit either the strut or the fender... 17's wheel help a bit

[bryan_G01]

Reach out to teams already running the car.
If you need a few introductions let me know.
My buddy Anthony ran PWC TC last season in a 235 and won rookie of the year.

Its going to be cheaper by a lot to just buy a 235R off a race team, new or used rather than building it yourself.

They are going for about 80 -95k.

[cxp213]

I was heavily disappointed as well to find you couldn't fit any decent size wheels/tires. Keep us updated on your progress.

[random hero]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

Reach out to teams already running the car.
If you need a few introductions let me know.
My buddy Anthony ran PWC TC last season in a 235 and won rookie of the year.

Its going to be cheaper by a lot to just buy a 235R off a race team, new or used rather than building it yourself.

They are going for about 80 -95k.

Value's are going up, and you can build one of these for much less than $90k ... A lot of the proprietary "IR" stuff is outrageously over-priced, and rebranded parts that are much cheaper.

[bryan_G01]

basic parts i would agree with you, but suspension, air jacks, braking, etc... that will add up.

[random hero]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

basic parts i would agree with you, but suspension, air jacks, braking, etc... that will add up.

Yeah, the front setup alone is $10k... rotors and pads are outrageous to replace, I have no interest in that setup. My suspension shop disassembled the "IR" KW stuff and found it to be V3 internals in a motorsports body - completely overpriced again. Part of the deal when it comes to factory built race cars

[Anthony235]

I run 18"/255 square with no fender modifications.

With the perfect wheel offset(s) I could probably do a 265 square tire.

Just make sure you have a camber solution and watch the front inner suspension clearance. I run a spacer up front and a custom eibach spring length to clear my Clubsports up front. Also a higher spring rate up front to balance out the square setup.

275 square would be ideal, but no way to do it with OEM fenders in my opinion.