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Expert@ApexWheels · 03-08-2022, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by zstokes

I was indeed planning on running PS4S 235/40-18 tires. I guess I was under the impression that 2-3mm was a little too close for comfort. That does seem to be the clearance there.

The shop has both 235/40-18 and 225/40-18s in stock....would the 225s be "safer"? I'm kind of new to this....

Thanks for confirming!

2-3mm is plenty, as it is important to note that the clearance will be maintained once the car is settled on the ground. You shouldn't have any issues with 235/40-18 tires when using 5mm spacers but 255/40-18 tires can always be used for an easier fit!

-Geirsen

zstokes · 03-08-2022, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Expert@ApexRaceParts

Thanks for confirming!

2-3mm is plenty, as it is important to note that the clearance will be maintained once the car is settled on the ground. You shouldn't have any issues with 235/40-18 tires when using 5mm spacers but 255/40-18 tires can always be used for an easier fit!

-Geirsen

Super helpful, thank you!

zstokes · 03-08-2022, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by jLona240

Following.

I have the same wheels on the way and I was planning on doing the exact same set-up with 245/35 Michelin PS4S. However, I'll be on KW V2's.

I didn't want to add camber plates but now it sounds like they may be necessary.

Update: Just for my own peace of mind, I went with the 225/40 18s (still with the 5mm spacers front) and have zero issues. And they look killer.

When I get the Ohlin Road & Track coilovers with Vershlog camber plates, then I'll experiment with a wider track.

Cos270 · 03-14-2022, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by deathking

I have the stock M sport brakes (as opposed to the optional big brake package). While the fitment is tight, I have absolutely no issues with the clearance. So unless something changed throughout the years, I don't think you would have any either provided you carefully mount them to avoid scratching and accept the risk that theres a possibility of debris getting jammed in there and scratching your wheel. Highly recommend!

One last question for you if you don't mind. What tires did you go with? I'm planning on Michelin PS 4S's.

Cos270 · 03-20-2022, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Cos270

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Originally Posted by deathking

I have the stock M sport brakes (as opposed to the optional big brake package). While the fitment is tight, I have absolutely no issues with the clearance. So unless something changed throughout the years, I don't think you would have any either provided you carefully mount them to avoid scratching and accept the risk that theres a possibility of debris getting jammed in there and scratching your wheel. Highly recommend!

One last question for you if you don't mind. What tires did you go with? I'm planning on Michelin PS 4S's.

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Originally Posted by deathking

I have the stock M sport brakes (as opposed to the optional big brake package). While the fitment is tight, I have absolutely no issues with the clearance. So unless something changed throughout the years, I don't think you would have any either provided you carefully mount them to avoid scratching and accept the risk that theres a possibility of debris getting jammed in there and scratching your wheel. Highly recommend!

One last question for you if you don't mind. What tires did you go with? I'm planning on Michelin PS 4S's.

Can anyone confirm Michelin PS4S 17" 245x40s will fit???

deathking · 03-20-2022, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Cos270

Can anyone confirm Michelin PS4S 17" 245x40s will fit???

Sorry I hadn't seen that. I went with PSA4 but I would imagine PS4S would work too being that they are only .1" wider in tread and section width.

Cos270 · 03-20-2022, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Cos270

Can anyone confirm Michelin PS4S 17" 245x40s will fit???

Sorry I hadn't seen that. I went with PSA4 but I would imagine PS4S would work too being that they are only .1" wider in tread and section width.

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Can anyone confirm Michelin PS4S 17" 245x40s will fit???

Sorry I hadn't seen that. I went with PSA4 but I would imagine PS4S would work too being that they are only .1" wider in tread and section width.

No worries, thanks for the response! Trying to get tires and wheels ordered this week. Didn't know the 4S was a full inch wider than the regular PS4…you really have that much extra clearance to the strut that you think you could run them?

deathking · 03-21-2022, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Cos270

No worries, thanks for the response! Trying to get tires and wheels ordered this week. Didn't know the 4S was a full inch wider than the regular PS4…you really have that much extra clearance to the strut that you think you could run them?

.1” or roughly 2.5mm total, 1.25mm on either side. This is all according to Tire Rack and not an exact science but like I said I think you’ll be okay.

Cos270 · 03-22-2022, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by deathking

.1” or roughly 2.5mm total, 1.25mm on either side. This is all according to Tire Rack and not an exact science but like I said I think you’ll be okay.

LOL that's what I get for reading on my phone while walking haha. Thanks again. Will keep everyone posted once I get things ordered. Were you able to reuse your stock TPMS sensors?

deathking · 03-25-2022, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Cos270

LOL that's what I get for reading on my phone while walking haha. Thanks again. Will keep everyone posted once I get things ordered. Were you able to reuse your stock TPMS sensors?

I sold my OEM wheels and purchased new TPMS sensors

Cos270 · 03-25-2022, 12:14 PM

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LOL that's what I get for reading on my phone while walking haha. Thanks again. Will keep everyone posted once I get things ordered. Were you able to reuse your stock TPMS sensors?

I sold my OEM wheels and purchased new TPMS sensors

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LOL that's what I get for reading on my phone while walking haha. Thanks again. Will keep everyone posted once I get things ordered. Were you able to reuse your stock TPMS sensors?

I sold my OEM wheels and purchased new TPMS sensors

Ah, I see. I'll probably just order new ones. Might be a pain to swap the old ones over. I'm going to hold onto my OEM wheels until I buy a dedicated set of winter wheels. Thanks!

JMcLellan · 03-28-2022, 10:16 AM

Pics coming soon but tomorrow am putting on the following setup on my 2019 M240i:

Apex Ec-7's in satin black
Fronts: 18 x 8.5 with 35et w/ Mich P 4's 235 40-18's
Rears: 18 x 9.5 with 58et w/ Mich P 4's 265 35-18's

The shop has spacers on hand in case that is needed for fitment. After install I'm going to check out clearances and then decide on if I want to install lowering springs.

Tomorrow can't happen soon enough!!

Kinesthesia · 03-28-2022, 01:58 PM

Apex ARC8 17 x 8.5 Hyper Black
Michelin PS4S 245/40/17

Cos270 · 03-29-2022, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Kinesthesia

Apex ARC8 17 x 8.5 Hyper Black
Michelin PS4S 245/40/17

All stock suspension and geometry?

Pezza2610 · 04-03-2022, 11:54 AM

Hi all,

Does anyone have any pics of Bronze Arc-8s on their F22? I seen the pics at the start of the thread and they look good but there is a bit of filtering on the phots so I want to see a pic of them in real light to get a good feel for the colour.

Thanks.

JMcLellan · 04-03-2022, 12:41 PM

Install completed this week for these:

Apex Ec-7's in satin black
Fronts: 18 x 8.5 with 35et w/ Mich P 4's 235 40-18's
Rears: 18 x 9.5 with 58et w/ Mich P 4's 265 35-18's

The shop used 7.5mm spacers in the rear to clear the suspension. No issues or any rubbing. The car could be a little bit lower with springs but not sure I want to deal with trimming fender liners or camber adjustments. I think it looks real clean as is.

mevans313 · 04-08-2022, 07:20 PM

Had them powder coated Prismatic Powders Dark Charcoal grey!

Stock suspension
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 Tires
F 225/40/18 and R 255/35/18

F 18x8.5 +45 w/ 3mm spacer
R 18x9.5 +58 w/ 3mm spacer

Cos270 · 04-14-2022, 07:20 AM

Add me to the list of Arc 8s in 17x8.5 ET40 (hyper black color) with Michelin PS4S 245x40 square. On all stock suspension. Absolutely love it!! Thanks everyone for answering my dumb and repetitive questions. Can't wait to devour some miles this summer.

JMcLellan · 04-14-2022, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by mevans313

Had them powder coated Prismatic Powders Dark Charcoal grey!

Stock suspension
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 Tires
F 225/40/18 and R 255/35/18

F 18x8.5 +45 w/ 3mm spacer
R 18x9.5 +58 w/ 3mm spacer

That setup looks great and I really like the tread pattern on those tires. Nicely done.

What trunk lip is that and where did you get it? I'm in the market for a trunk lip and looking for more info.

mevans313 · 04-14-2022, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by JMcLellan

That setup looks great and I really like the tread pattern on those tires. Nicely done.

What trunk lip is that and where did you get it? I'm in the market for a trunk lip and looking for more info.

Thank you, I appreciate it! I bought this CS style spoiler off Amazon. If you look at the reviews I posted a few more pics. I’ve had it 8 months now and I have no regrets. Tape that it came with is still stuck down, no yellowing or degradation of the finish, and the carbon looks quite good especially considering the price. Keep in mind however I ceramic coated it 2 months in when I ceramic coated the rest of my car, so that may have a role in its longevity.

Rolling Gears Real Carbon Fiber Trunk Spoiler Wing Compatible with 2014-21 BMW F22 2-Series Coupe & F87 M2 (CS-Type) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QCRKPJN...DFSAS7ZADWS52E

BlueberryPie · 04-15-2022, 05:40 PM

Wanting to go 235/40/18 square with 18x8.5 EC-7. Should I go +45 with a 5mm spacer up front? Or +35? I'm slightly concerned about the +35 in the rear poking out too much (front as well). I'll be at stock height for the foreseeable future. Any input is appreciated.

Rollo` · 04-16-2022, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueberryPie

Wanting to go 235/40/18 square with 18x8.5 EC-7. Should I go +45 with a 5mm spacer up front? Or +35? I'm slightly concerned about the +35 in the rear poking out too much (front as well). I'll be at stock height for the foreseeable future. Any input is appreciated.

Thinking about the FL-5 or SM-10 square and wondering which ET to choose as well.

03-28-2022, 10:16 AM	#210
JMcLellan Major 2048 Rep 1,191 Posts Drives: 2024 M2 Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: MN iTrader: (0)	Pics coming soon but tomorrow am putting on the following setup on my 2019 M240i: Apex Ec-7's in satin black Fronts: 18 x 8.5 with 35et w/ Mich P 4's 235 40-18's Rears: 18 x 9.5 with 58et w/ Mich P 4's 265 35-18's The shop has spacers on hand in case that is needed for fitment. After install I'm going to check out clearances and then decide on if I want to install lowering springs. Tomorrow can't happen soon enough!! __________________ 2024 M2 2019 M240i- Sold
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Kinesthesia Enlisted Member 14 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2014 M235i Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: TN iTrader: (0)	Apex ARC8 17 x 8.5 Hyper Black Michelin PS4S 245/40/17 __________________ Red Barchetta 2014 M235
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Pezza2610 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: BMW M240i Join Date: May 2021 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0)	Hi all, Does anyone have any pics of Bronze Arc-8s on their F22? I seen the pics at the start of the thread and they look good but there is a bit of filtering on the phots so I want to see a pic of them in real light to get a good feel for the colour. Thanks.
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JMcLellan Major 2048 Rep 1,191 Posts Drives: 2024 M2 Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: MN iTrader: (0)	Install completed this week for these: Apex Ec-7's in satin black Fronts: 18 x 8.5 with 35et w/ Mich P 4's 235 40-18's Rears: 18 x 9.5 with 58et w/ Mich P 4's 265 35-18's The shop used 7.5mm spacers in the rear to clear the suspension. No issues or any rubbing. The car could be a little bit lower with springs but not sure I want to deal with trimming fender liners or camber adjustments. I think it looks real clean as is. Attached Images __________________ 2024 M2 2019 M240i- Sold
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mevans313 Enlisted Member 17 Rep 30 Posts Drives: 2018 M240xi Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: New England iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW M240i XDrive [0.00]	Had them powder coated Prismatic Powders Dark Charcoal grey! Stock suspension Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 Tires F 225/40/18 and R 255/35/18 F 18x8.5 +45 w/ 3mm spacer R 18x9.5 +58 w/ 3mm spacer Attached Images
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Cos270 First Lieutenant 609 Rep 372 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: MI iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 F22 M235i [0.00]	Add me to the list of Arc 8s in 17x8.5 ET40 (hyper black color) with Michelin PS4S 245x40 square. On all stock suspension. Absolutely love it!! Thanks everyone for answering my dumb and repetitive questions. Can't wait to devour some miles this summer. Attached Images
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BlueberryPie Private 25 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 2019 M240i Convertible Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Asheville, NC iTrader: (0)	Wanting to go 235/40/18 square with 18x8.5 EC-7. Should I go +45 with a 5mm spacer up front? Or +35? I'm slightly concerned about the +35 in the rear poking out too much (front as well). I'll be at stock height for the foreseeable future. Any input is appreciated.
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