03-19-2021, 05:32 PM | #1 |
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Aluminum vs Steel Wheel Spacers
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I'm fitting 18x9.5 +45 on 255/35 square on my M240i and I'm going to be using anywhere from a 15mm to 20mm spacer for the front wheels. So far I'm between Turner Motorsport aluminum spacers and Rogue Engineering aluminum spacers. I know these are fine wheel spacers but I'm curious if anyone here knows of any good hub-centric steel spacers made in 5x120. Thanks! Here's a pic of the wheels and my car. |
03-20-2021, 04:39 PM | #2 |
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What gave you the impression those wheels are going to fit on the front?
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Hahaha yeah I was definitely off the goomies when I purchased these. In all seriousness, these wheels fit. Need to take some photos when the tires arrive. I might have to mold the fender liner. Front: -18mm unknown brand aluminum spacer from friend's E92 M3 -Ohlin R&T Coilovers with shortened springs -Fender roll, slight pull (~1/4") -Negative 2.8* Camber, 1/16" Toe Out Rear: -Fender roll -Negative 2.2* Camber, 1/8" Toe in Back to the matter at hand, does anyone in this forum know of decent steel spacers to consider? So far I think the Turner or Rogue spacers are my best bet for aluminum. |
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Aluminum does the job fine and it's lighter.
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03-22-2021, 11:57 AM | #7 |
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Long story but I actually tried to find a steel spacer since I wanted a heavier one and they were next to impossible to source. Bespoke was the only option I could find.
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