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Re: 18 x 8 M Parallels? (archive)
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Posted by Wayne O on July 14, 2001 at 12:40:00:

In Reply to: 18 x 8 M Parallels? posted by Steve on July 13, 2001 at 23:03:36:


Has anyone mounted a set of the 18 x 8 M Parallels on all four corners. I know the factory sets have 8" wide wheels in the front and 9.5" wide in the rear. The aftermarket rims don't seem to use this stagger. Can you guys give me your thoughts, pros, cons (looks, tire sizes, rotation, etc)

Thanks
Steve

My 96 750il had 18x8 Ms all around, I swapped for a set of chrome 18x8 & 18x9.5 Ms- looks 100% better. I thought the 8" on the rear looked pansy.
The sport pkg has the 9.5 on the rear, which is the look most want. The 8" will do fine if the more aggresive look is not your goal.

By the way, the tires Arrow Tire & Wheel (Upland , CA- they have the chrome Ms for a
good price- they are on Ebay) recommended were much larger than the BMW sport pkg. I was skeptical at first, but they look great and I have no rubbing at all (my car is stock ride height). They were 245/45 front & 275/40 rear
Michellin Pilot sports- I have gotten a ton of comments on them.

If you want to email me I'll send you a digital photo of how they look.

Wayne


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