08 M3 wheel questions
Posted: Wed Apr 09, 2008 4:06 am
Brian,
I just got a 08 M3 hatchback. I want to get rid of the snowflakes and go with a light 5 spoke and 16" instead of 17. My thoughts for 16" was better ride quality (I don't race) and lighter weight. 48 offset seems to be the closest to stock but how does an increase in tracking effect handeling? Also, won't going with less positive offset have a negative effect on suspension and steering components? I don't want to lower the car and want to keep things as tucked as possible. I plan to go with Michelin Exalto AS 215/50-16 as this will give me the same diameter as the stock tire with a little increase in width. Your thoughts are appreciated.
I just got a 08 M3 hatchback. I want to get rid of the snowflakes and go with a light 5 spoke and 16" instead of 17. My thoughts for 16" was better ride quality (I don't race) and lighter weight. 48 offset seems to be the closest to stock but how does an increase in tracking effect handeling? Also, won't going with less positive offset have a negative effect on suspension and steering components? I don't want to lower the car and want to keep things as tucked as possible. I plan to go with Michelin Exalto AS 215/50-16 as this will give me the same diameter as the stock tire with a little increase in width. Your thoughts are appreciated.