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Re: Offsets... (archive)
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Posted by Dana R on May 16, 2000 at 21:28:19:

In Reply to: Offsets... posted by DavidL on May 16, 2000 at 19:07:41:

: : I think the correct offset for the e28 is 5 X 100.

: The "correct" offset for the car is number that positions the wheel properly under the car. This is expressed as a number, usually in millimeters, and a good number for E28s is +23mm. (Yes, the + is important, otherwise the car would look real funny.)

: The bolt pattern is a number and a diameter, and for almost all BMWs you use 5x120.

: -DavidL

I beg to differ slightly. A 23mm offset is excellent for the rear, and most likely will allow a 225/50 X 16" tire with no rolling, but the front will be a tight fit for the same tire, as most 225's will rub on the strut housing. A 5mm spacer for the front may be just the ticket for wide tires on this offset rim.

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