https://www.2addicts.com/forums/ For all discussions on tires, wheels, spacers, etc. en Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:20:31 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.2addicts.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg https://www.2addicts.com/forums/ https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237364&goto=newpost Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:39:10 GMT I have OEM Style 719 wheels, 18x7.5, ET45. (all 4 of my Style 719 wheels are 7.5" even though style 719 did come with a specific rear wheel of size 18x8 :confused2).

Style 719 Fronts have Pirelli Cinturato P7 A/S RF - 225/40/18
Style 719 Rears have Cont. ECS 02 - 225/40/18

Style 719 wheels and tire weights (uncallibrated scales but close enough for me):
Fdriver - #45.6
Fpassenger - #44.8
Rdriver - #47
Rpassenger - #45.6
Total = #183

last fall I purchased 4 new Apex SM-10, 18x8.5, ET 35 (flow formed, not forged). After a couple emails with Apex they CONFIRMED IN WRITING these SM-10 would each weigh around 18.4 lbs. After trying multiple scales, every SM-10 were 19.6lbs. each. That is more than 6% more than claimed weight! I was frustrated but I accepted it and moved on...(future buyers beware)

After alot of thought about my anticipated driving style, I installed new Vredestein Ultrac Pro (Max perf. summer) 235/40/18 on all 4 Apex SM-10. Each Ultrac Pro was exactly #22.4 new. They were roadforce balanced and the most balance square weights i counted were 4 on one wheel (all other wheels had 3 or less) so I was happy about that.

Apex SM-10 w/Vredestein Ultrac Pro weights(uncallibrated scales but same scales on same day):
Fdriver- #43
Fpassenger - #42.8
Rdriver - #43
Rpassenger - 42.8
Total = #171.6

I lost 11.4 lbs of rotational and unsprung weight even though these wheels are over 13% wider than the OEM style 719 and the tires are one size larger.:thumbsup:

I could actually FEEL the difference instantly.

Observations:
stock suspension, no special camber, and ZERO rubbing.
comes up to speed noticeably quicker with light throttle acceleration. Have not tried WOT runs yet.
Road bumps/imperfections that were borderline harsh with Pirellis and ECS's are now just perceptible. I do still have all the feedback of road grooves and contours but just much less noise, harshness.
Steering is quicker/sharper (I understand almost anything will be better than cinturato RF's)
Feels more agile, MUCH quieter and less rolling resistance.
Cornering - not quite the same as ECS 02's. With the Ultrac Pro's, you can feel the sidewall bend but then they grip and don't push. I carried the same speeds around the same bends compared to the smaller Pirelli's and ECS's but with just a little more drama coming from the Ultrac's. With the ECS's, I just did not feel the sidewall bend at all while they cornered.

Drove 400+ miles to Philladelphia and back. SMOOTH and quiet on the 4 lane. Currently on Stage 2 and I averaged 30-31 mpg while rolling 70-80.

Negative: The 18's don't look as good as 19's. But for me the rotating weight reduction was more important.


Anyone willing to post the weight of their 19" wheel/tire combo?


This is my $0.02. Hope this helps someone with their decisions in the future. ]]> Wheels and Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack T67Regal https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237364 https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2235771&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:34:37 GMT Hi All,

I have a 2015 228i xDrive. I recently had new wheels put on, and when I got the invoice, there was a note saying one of the struts was leaking.

I called them and asked them for more info, and they still haven't given me a quote yet. this was about a week ago. When I called (receptionist, not mechanic), they told me I'd likely have to have both the left and right replaced so the car would be balanced.

Anyone ever dealt with this issue before? is it common? Does it need to be addressed right away, and if I don't, are there longer term consequences of not addressing it?

Honestly im thinking of taking it to another mechanic or 2 and asking for them to take a look and provide a quote.

Would love any advice, guidance, or thoughts on this, since ive never had to deal with this before, and im not sure how serious the issue actually is.

Thank you so much! I appreciate any feedback.

edit: just realized I posted this in tires, I will repost in the other section. ]]> Wheels and Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack zcyrus https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2235771 https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2235276&goto=newpost Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:40:04 GMT Hey guys just wondering what wheel sizes people are running, I’ve got 17s at the moment but I can’t decide if 18 or 19 is better, I think 19 will look better but will it be a terrible ride quality? Hey guys just wondering what wheel sizes people are running, I’ve got 17s at the moment but I can’t decide if 18 or 19 is better, I think 19 will look better but will it be a terrible ride quality? ]]> Wheels and Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack Fraser Smith https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2235276 https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2234544&goto=newpost Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:19:58 GMT Anyone running the Vredestein Ultrac Pro and like them for straight line acceleration grip and control/braking during high rolls? (not focused on cornering grip)

Yes, there are probably a few better Max Performance summer choices like PS4S, Kumho Ecsta sport s, ECS 02's, etc. However, right now the Ultrac's are 30% less cost than ECS 02's and 35+% less cost than PS4S. Is it really worth the extra $66-$76 per tire for the other tires if I am just looking for straight line acceleration grip and control during high rolls?

Also, some data shows the Ultrac Pro is a slightly smaller tire than other brands in comparable sizes. I am wondering if anyone running a 245/40/18 square setup, on a 18x8.5 ET 35 wheels, on their stock suspension F22/23, and does not have any rubbing issues on the front? ]]> Wheels and Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack T67Regal https://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2234544