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      07-19-2011, 01:39 PM   #1
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Who should I buy from? Any bad experiences?

After countless hours that I will never get back I have narrowed it down to 2 wheel/tire package....

#1 Alufelgen CS7 19 x 9.5 for the rear and 19 x 8.5 for the front in Hyper Black. Michelin PS2's 275 x 30 for the rear and 235/245 (whichever will fit without rubbing depending on offset) x 35 for the front.

#2 VMR VB3's 19 x 10 back and 19 x 8.5 front in Hyper Black. Same size tires as above.

Anyone see a problem with the above setups?

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      07-19-2011, 01:40 PM   #2
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Bought my VMR VB3 set from EAS a while ago. No issues.
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      07-19-2011, 03:13 PM   #3
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how do the hyper blacks compare on both wheels? I think the VMRs are a bit darker while the alufelgens are more glossy and lighter. Not sure if I have it mixed up or not.
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how do the hyper blacks compare on both wheels? I think the VMRs are a bit darker while the alufelgens are more glossy and lighter. Not sure if I have it mixed up or not.
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**********s IMO is by far the best wheel vender here talk to Alan he will answer all your questions I just ordered some avant garde m310's from him shipped same day. Good luck.
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10" rear ftw
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#2 VMR VB3's 19 x 10 back and 19 x 8.5 front in Hyper Black. Same size tires as above.

Anyone see a problem with the above setups?

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Did you have an LCI Sedan or Coupe?

8.5 +40 front would work, but 245's are a hair wide up front and may rub during compression and cornering. You will be safer with a 235.

If it is a Sedan, unfortunately the 10 +38 with a 275 is quite aggressive due to the widened track and it will cause rubbing issues. You'll need to do some fender work and run a narrower tire for it to clear.

If it is a Coupe, this would be fine at stock ride height depending on what tire manufacturer you run.

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I have the Sedan....

From what I have found though it seems noone on the planet has either of these combos in stock so I guess I have to find other things to do with my money. I don't want to order and pay then wait months to get them
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I have the Sedan....

From what I have found though it seems noone on the planet has either of these combos in stock so I guess I have to find other things to do with my money. I don't want to order and pay then wait months to get them
Since you have a Sedan, unfortunately the 10 +38 is quite aggressive. You'll want to look into a 9.5 +45 with a 275 if you are looking for a direct bolt-on fitment. This will not require any fender work.

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Ok.....So the Avante Garde M359.....19X10 38 Offset with a 265x30 tire in the rear and a 19X9 35 Offset with a 235X35 tire in the front? Will this work to have tires close to flush with no spacers?
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Ok.....So the Avante Garde M359.....19X10 38 Offset with a 265x30 tire in the rear and a 19X9 35 Offset with a 235X35 tire in the front? Will this work to have tires close to flush with no spacers?
I asked Alan************ the same question as I am about to purchase the m359's and run a 235 front and 265 rear. He told me it would fit perfectly flush.
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Those sizes will work on a prelci e90 I'm not sure about lci. Might need a fender roll might not.
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Ok.....I have heard Pre LCI a lot and have no idea what that means....Can you please enlighten me? I have a 2011 335 Sedan with the sport package.
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Thanks for all the feedback and kind word guys. With that being said, we do carry a wide variety of wheel choices for you guys to select from. To the OP, the E90 LCI does have a wider track as compared to the E90 pre-lci models. With that being said, you do need a more conservative setup in back. I'll go ahead and shoot you over a PM with more details. In the meantime, here are a few different setups for you to consider and of course for the rest of the community to view!

2009+ E90 LCI fitments:

1) Alufelgen CS7:
19x8.5 ET35 - 235/35/19
19x9.5 ET35 - 265/30/19

2) VMR VB3:
19x8.5 ET40 - 235/35/19
19x9.5 ET45 - 265/30/19 or 275/30/19
19x10 ET38 - aggressive and will require you to roll your rear fenders, run stretched tires, and negative camber

3) Avant Garde M359
19x9.0 ET35 - 235/35/19
19x10 ET38 - aggressive and will require you to roll your rear fenders, run stretched tires, and negative camber

4) Avant Garde M310
19x8.5 ET35 - 235/35/19
19x9.5 ET43 - 265/30/19 or 275/30/19
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To the OP, the E90 LCI does have a wider track as compared to the E90 pre-lci models.
Do you know if the same applies to the E92 LCI coupe? I've been wondering if I can fit 285 tires in back, the 275 fits fine.
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Shit Barny I am freakin lost!! I have been told things will fit by some and won't fit by others....I wish I could help you but I don't know crap about fitment things obviously
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Do you know if the same applies to the E92 LCI coupe? I've been wondering if I can fit 285 tires in back, the 275 fits fine.
The E92 pre-lci and E92 lci wheel fitments are interchangeable. The 285 tires are too aggressive and will not work.

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Shit Barny I am freakin lost!! I have been told things will fit by some and won't fit by others....I wish I could help you but I don't know crap about fitment things obviously
That's why were here to help you out. Responding to your pm shortly sir!
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