[DanG]

These just showed up after months of waiting. Thanks Extreme Power House.

BBS CI-Rs.

[DanG]

I will probably wait until spring to install them. 19X9.5 and 19X10.5. I will be using my PS4S tires 255/35/19 and 275/35/19.

[infinitekidM2C]

Daaaaaang!

What part of Seattle do you park, err i mean live in?

[DanG]

Originally Posted by infinitekidM2C

Daaaaaang!

What part of Seattle do you park, err i mean live in?

North Seattle on top of a ridge. Had lots of snow last week. Lots of rain this week.

[///MPhatic]

You have impeccable taste sir.

[ae03440]

You're going to love them!! Congrats

[EtotheD]

Beautiful! I like the ability to use rim protectors on those wheels.

[DanG]

Originally Posted by EtotheD

Beautiful! I like the ability to use rim protectors on those wheels.

Yep. The rim protectors is one of the major reasons I ordered these wheels instead of Apex or other popular wheels.

[Al Bundy's Dodge]

Beautiful…if I could have a new set of rims annually I would, and these would be part of the rotation.

Tell me more about the rim protectors..

[mike@x-ph.com]

[DanG]

Originally Posted by Al Bundy's Dodge

Beautiful…if I could have a new set of rims annually I would, and these would be part of the rotation.

Tell me more about the rim protectors..

These wheels like several other BBS wheels have a stainless steel rim protector. You can see them on the outside edge of the rim. They are replaceable if damaged for about $50. If I remember right they are just taped on using 3M tape.

So if you curb the wheel you will not damage the wheels itself, just the rim protector.

[Al Bundy's Dodge]

Originally Posted by DanG

These wheels like several other BBS wheels have a stainless steel rim protector. You can see them on the outside edge of the rim. They are replaceable if damaged for about $50. If I remember right they are just taped on using 3M tape.

So if you curb the wheel you will not damage the wheels itself, just the rim protector.

Thanks! Had no idea this was a thing, nor that it could be achieved without detracting from the wheel aesthetics. Will have to seriously consider when making my next wheel purchase

[EtotheD]

Originally Posted by Al Bundy's Dodge

Tell me more about the rim protectors..

Just watched this video on them.

[DanG]

Finally got around to installing my new wheels. I think they look great.

[AlpsRider]

Originally Posted by DanG

Finally got around to installing my new wheels. I think they look great.

They look great. I had the same wheels on my M235i. I hit a pothole and one got bent. Fortunately BBS sent me a replacement for half price.

[DanG]

Got to drive a bit today. Nice improvement in steering feel. I am guessing it is because of the 1/2 inch wider rims in front and back.

[RYTM2]

Originally Posted by DanG

Got to drive a bit today. Nice improvement in steering feel. I am guessing it is because of the 1/2 inch wider rims in front and back.

Wheels look great! Are you on a stock suspension and I assume there is no tire stretch with the 255/275's on wheels that are half an inch wider than stock?

[DanG]

Originally Posted by RYTM2

Wheels look great! Are you on a stock suspension and I assume there is no tire stretch with the 255/275's on wheels that are half an inch wider than stock?

Yes I am on stock suspension. I assume there is a little stretch but not significant. Remember that the M3/4 tires are 255/35/19 and 275/35/19 on 437s.

The CI-Rs look identical to the FI-Rs to me. But they are significantly heavier. They are also significantly cheaper.

[///MPhatic]

Originally Posted by DanG

Finally got around to installing my new wheels. I think they look great.

They look fantastic.

[DanG]

One thing surprised me. I have almost zero wheel gap on stock suspension.

[Petrucci]

Originally Posted by DanG

Finally got around to installing my new wheels. I think they look great.

Looks beautiful!