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BMW E90 sound from back wheels

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:54:54 +0000

Hi guys, about a month ago I got some 2nd hand m3 wheels for my BMW 325i e90. They're 18 inch, 8.5 in the front, and 9.5 in the back. Ever since I got them there has been a weird rotational sound coming from (I think) both of the back wheels. You can only really hear it going highway speeds when you're either passing a car or right up against a barrier. It gets louder the faster I go. It doesn't seem to happen straight away, you have to drive for 10-15mins for it to start happening. Also after driving for around 20mins the inside of the tyre (where its feathered the most) is warm to the touch compared to the rest of the wheel/

So far I've done some research and it could something with the brakes, but since it's both wheels I'm not sure it's that. The inside of both tyres are wearing quite a lot on the inside, and I had the right rear wheel brushing replaced last week. It may also be the dif?

Anyone one have any ideas of what it could be, I thought it might be the inside of the tyres rubbing since they're are a bit wider than the stock ones but I had a look and there seems to be a lot of clearance.

Here is a video of the sound going about 90km/h right next to a high barrier.

And here is a photo of the back left tyre. It looks like its feathered quite a bit in person, kinda hard to see in the photo.
https://ibb.co/Bzfgb5T

NEXEN SUR4G Tyres

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 05:48:08 +0000

Tried searching these but didin't bring up anything, so wondering if anyone has used these tyres ? They look mean, are available in the OEM 335i sizes and get good reviews.

Cheers... Jon Dee

Stlye 97

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:36:32 +0000

Hi one and all can anyone help me out. After style 97 wheels these are 17" 8.5 rear off set 50, 7.5 front off set 47. Thought I had found a set but was told they only have the two rears and one front. So if anyone can help thank you.

Help with some info

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 23:56:40 +0000

Hi all was wondering if anyone has some info on these wheels, for me? I understand they are from a 2019 model. They are Ronal's.

Looking for their name and current rated value. Wanting to decide if we should hold onto them or if they are worth flicking on for another set.

They not my cup of tea.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

What tyres for F30 328i

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 06:13:25 +0000

Hi all,

I have an F30 328i and all 4 tyres need to be replaced. Wheels are not standard issue and currently I have Pirelli Pzero Nero GT 255/35 ZR 19 96Y which apparently are not made anymore.

Can anyone suggest a replacement? Garage is suggesting a brand called Hankook which I have never heard of (though that doesnt mean much).

Cheers

E39 M5 Style 32 on E36?

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 01:32:23 +0000

These look like Style 32 off an E39 M5? E

17 x 8

17x 9

5er E39		Touring, M5	8x17 *	front	ET 20
5er E39		Touring, M5	9x17 *	back	ET 26

https://www.trademe.co.nz/2378598418

What are my chances of whacking these on my E36?

New tyres for the old girl...

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 18:06:09 +0000

235 45 17

For my E39 540 Msport..

Michelin Pilot Sport 3

Bridgestone Potenza

Can get both for about $200 a tyre..

BBS RS refurb

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 04:53:23 +0000

Is there a go-to place to get the vintage racing gold finish done on the centres? Cheers!

are 235/40/17" too wide for an E36 Compact?

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 21:46:56 +0000

As per subject, looking at some style 22 17" with 235/40 Semis.

Offset is 41.

Will they be OK on my 318ti E36?

TIA

E70 wheel upgrade

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 07:54:31 +0000

Anyone put the facelift 20 inch wheels style 336 on a pre facelift e70 x5?

I would think they would be direct replacement as they are the same car?

I have seen the older Y spoke 20s on a pre facelift e70.

Any info or link would be great thanks.

How much are these 2002 wheels worth ?

Sat, 31 Aug 2019 23:38:22 +0000

Hi looking for an idea how much these wheels are worth, I’m looking to replace them and may consider selling. Thanks

14" Basketweave Center Caps

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 05:28:14 +0000

LOOKING TO BUY CENTER CAP FOR 14" BASKETWEAVES.

Backstory

Hey guys, I've just purchased a set of Basketweaves for my E30. I took the set to a local tyre store, all went well until after getting home my rear right cap had fallen out. Quite frustrated considering I had just purchased them, paid to have them installed and then get done over by something that may seem small but as you would all know, without the center cap they look hideous.

I drove back and forth too see if i could see where it had fallen off, couldn't find it anywhere so I went back into the store. Was basically told thats life and that he can't do much about it. Being a teenager I've noticed it very common to just be told to f**k off by many employees etc when they are in the wrong.
I am going to head back in and expect a replacement or the funds for a replacement.

If you guys have any ideas of the worth of a single center cap. Please let me know.
Thanks heaps, Lagan

E60 M5 wheels on a e61 530d

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 02:21:00 +0000

Hi I am looking at changing wheels to the factory M5 staggered wheels.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/wheels-tyres/alloy-wheels/listing-2260453070.htm

Has anyone done this and will I need to change the tyre size or will they fit as is?

Cheers

Square setup 335i / 17 x 8 IS35 / 235/45-17 RS4

Sat, 29 Jun 2019 08:14:22 +0000

I have a set of 17 x 8 offset 35 wheels on the way and am considering a set of 235/45-17 Hankook Ventus RS4 (Z232) tyres. The idea is to have a set of tyres that can be driven to a street sprint, used for the event and then driven home. I really would have preferred Ventus RS3 (Z222) for the tread pattern, but it seems that they are out of production now that the RS4 is on the market.

Looking around and using the various fitment calculators, it seems that this wheel/tyre size combo would fit and maintain near enough the same tire diameter. So looking for some advice

Q1. Who has used this wheel/tyre size combo on an E92 ? Any issues with clearance ?

Q2. Who has used the Hankook RS4 (in any size) and how did it perform ?

Q3. Who has used 235/45-17 tyres (any brand) for clubsport events (excluding circuit) ?

Q4. Am I on the wrong track here and should I be looking at a different tyre size with a shorter sidewall ?

Would mention that I am not committed to the RS4. It just looks to put a decent amount of rubber on the ground in solid blocks and is a directional rather than asymetrical design... and 200 wear rating.

Above is the Hankook, but based on price and availability the Zestino 07A below might be a better option. It is made in a couple of different wear ratings and seems to be easier to find than the Hankook. Zestino seems to be one of the new generation Chinese tyres and has been rated quite highly by some of the people who have posted test results on the web.

I'm not planning on winning any trophies, so I don't need $500 tyres. If I can put a set of four on the car for under $1000 and have some fun... them I'm good

Cheers... jondee

Tyres Recommendation for 2015 335D Touring

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 08:56:56 +0000

For the above car, I am running factory supplied tyres. Bridgestone Potenzas Runflats.

I am looking for replacements.

Priority is grip (These have been excellent), then Noise. These ones are crazy noisy, sometimes inside the cabin on rough roads, it's nearly impossible to hear.

Thanks very much

Wheel refurb sandblast + repaint

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 02:02:59 +0000

Hi,

Wheel Magician don't think they can fix my wheel and they believe it needs to be sandblasted and repainted.

Who does more extensive wheel repair work in Wellington....or Auckland?

Wheel in question:

Cheers,

Photos and Details of the Perfect fit wheels and tyres on an E46 330ci Motorsport

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 21:59:32 +0000

I am buying photo 2, a 330ci Motorsport E46. I am wishing in the future to have it look either like photo 1 or 3. I know those are M3s and therefore more aggressive. I want the tyres straight, don’t like camber. Worse case Eibach Springs and Bilstein Struts (loves it on my e30). Would love actual photos and setup details of others who own this exact model even if it don’t look like this. This is not another post of what yours looks like. What I would love to know is with your detailed setup and photo what works or does not work. E.g. ride height, callipers, rubbing, wearing, road noise, before and after from factory, etc. thanks

2000 E39 540 Msport..

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 06:24:36 +0000

Got the chance to buy a set of Alpinas for the 540...

Got limited info on the wheels, wondering if you guys had any insight on whether they would fit...

This is the info I have..

Wheel specs: 18x8 front , 18x9 rear

Unsure of offsets but what I can see on the wheels are 8jx18 e47 for front, 9jx18 e38 for rear.

Thanks for any help...

2 x BMW Space Savers Wheels (as new)

Sun, 18 Nov 2018 08:51:55 +0000

Hi all,

I have 2 BMW space saver wheels in basically new condition. Not sure of price, so I'll start with $150-00 for the newest one, and $100-00 for the "not so new" one. Or $200-00 for both.

Price negotiable.

Pickup preferred, but can also drop off in the Wellington area.

Welcome to view/ask questions. I will reply as soon as I can.

Cheers,

Charl

Steel valve stems, local suppliers?

Fri, 17 May 2019 10:02:59 +0000

Looking for a BBS type steel valve stem as pictured bellow, would anyone have a spare or know a store where I could find such locally?

I believe the ID of the wheel the suit is around 11.2mm standard size.

The top side washer / plate has an overall diameter of 16mm

Vibration After New Tires

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 22:14:41 +0000

Hi all,

Looking for some guidance to help me diagnose some vibration I am getting from my E90 335i. Never noticed anything previously, then got a new set of tires all round, replacing the runflats with S001s. Now get a vibration/shake through the steering wheel at speeds from 90kph+. Also sometimes get some vibration under braking, I don't recall noticing this before, could be related or a coincidence. I assumed it was a balancing issue so took it to the tire place across the road for them to check, they rebalanced but said it was pretty good (I'm assuming the place that fitted the tires in the first place also did a balance). Made a small improvement but there is still noticeable vibration there. My question is do I take it to a specialist wheel alignment/balancing place for another look (do they have better equipment than your local Firestone etc), or do I start looking at other things suspension etc..?

Tyre sizes for 16s

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:56:54 +0000

Hi all. I'm running 225/55/16 all round on staggered rear 16x8 front16x7 basketweaves . I see the recommended size conversion but have read 225/50/16 is a better size and closer to original diameter. For speed which is out a little.

Any one with knowledge would be great.

Going for Bridgestone re003 as I've run them for years and cant find fault great tyre but open to try equivalents.

Any advice would be great

Cheers

Falken FK452 Opinions

Fri, 10 May 2019 01:02:36 +0000

Hi guys,

Has anyone used Falken FK452 tyres before? Curious to hear experiences if you have.

Cheers in advance.

New Bridgestone S007A

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 23:52:36 +0000

Have seen these listed in NZ for a few months now. Priced some up for my 335i and they were around $50- 70 per tire more expensive than the old standby Re003.

https://www.drive.com.au/motor-news/review-bridgestone-potenza-s007a-tyres-120317?trackLink=homePageAdvice5

Tire size conundrum

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 23:24:49 +0000

Hi.

Need some tires for my E36, running a square set of 7.5" Style 24. Have been quoted two options which sound good but I can't choose between them.

First is the correct oem size, 235/40R17, and is a Falken Fk452. Reviews are mixed, with the general consensus on forums that they are good tires wet or dry, but those tire review sites seem to indicate wear and wet performance is an issue.

The second option is 225/45R17. This is a very common size, but both narrower and taller than the OEM size. This will cause the speedo to be out by about 2kph at 100kph. The tire in this size is a Goodyear eagle F1 directional 5. My understanding is that the eagle is a much better tire, but not in OEM size. These are $30 dearer than the Falkens for all 4, so much of a muchness.

Anyone got any solid opinions on this?