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Re: Offsets... (archive)
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Posted by DavidL on May 16, 2000 at 22:12:18:

In Reply to: Re: Offsets... posted by Dana R on May 16, 2000 at 21:28:19:


: : 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.

: 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.

I agree with your point, and yes +23 might rub the strut with a 225, but with a 205 it looks good, fits, and significantly reduces front end shudder. (less pitching momentum)

On the other hand, like I stated, "the correct offset is that which positions the wheel correctly", and this number might change from wheel to wheel, tire to tire, or car to car.

-DavidL
85 535i (BBS mesh, +23mm x 4)



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