Running stock 159's do I need spacers in the rear?

Nick3237 · 02-07-2010, 11:00 PM

No pics right now but im running stock 159's which are 17x8 and et 34 all the way around. It seems like my fronts stick out further then the rear, and I don't think its just my imagination. I drive a 06 325xi, anyone know if I can use spacers on stock wheels and what size spacer do you recommend to make it sit more flush?

Not the perfect picture, but looks similar to this.

JayReplay · 02-07-2010, 11:14 PM

25mm will do it!

ianbiz · 02-07-2010, 11:38 PM

can i have you headlights?

a 15 to 20 spacer should do the trick

remmib · 02-08-2010, 05:35 AM

Yes, you can put spacers on, I'd go with 15mm or 18mm to get a similar, or little more flush look as the front.

Nick3237 · 02-08-2010, 07:51 AM

thanks guys! how are spacers as far as safety goes?

joec500 · 02-08-2010, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick3237

thanks guys! how are spacers as far as safety goes?

As long as they are installed properly with the right length bolts you will have no issues.

I have been running spacers on all my cars for the last 4 years without issues. I know spacers are even a factory/port installed option on Porsches.

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