Is anyone running with 20's on an E39 M5? If so what size offset and what size tire combo? I am looking at 20x8.5's and 20x10's staggered but want to make sure it can be done without rubbing.....the wheels that I am looking at are a 20mm offset......Thanks
remember to keep your tire in mind too, different tires have different tires walls. michelin ps2 for example run a stretch, while goodyears are square. that can make a big difference especially if you are lowered.
My car had 20" iForged rims on it when i got it. Car would rub in the rear after a heavy hit on the suspension.. Have not had that issue since putting the 18's back on..
If you do a history search on me you will see the measurements I took with 18s vs 20s.
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remember to keep your tire in mind too, different tires have different tires walls. michelin ps2 for example run a stretch, while goodyears are square. that can make a big difference especially if you are lowered.
Yeah, 20mm front and rear....I believe stock offset is 20f and 22r?
I had 20" as well. The tires in order not to rub when hitting hard bumps would need be to 245/30/20 and 285/25/20. I rant his size as well as a few others. It is not as bad as you would think also they are really low in profile. The offsets were about the same. I ran an 11" rear.
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Original BMW Style 101M (from Sports 760Li) staggered rims (F= 9" & R =10").
Since the offset was 100% correct, I only had the center bore drilled out to fit my 5 series (only because I wanted these rims).
Running on Pirelli P-Zero Nero in the size: 245/30/20 (front) & 285/25/20 (rear).
You need this low of a profile on 20's or you'll look like a hick in a 4x4.
Also keep in mind that some 20" designs look too big for the e39 body.
PLEASE, only take clearance advice from someone that's been running a correct setup, with less than 3% variance from stock diameter.
In your case.....I guess...you need to speak to someone who is running on the same 20" offset.
I orginally feared a harsh ride, but suprisingly was proven wrong.
My car runs smooth on stock M-Tech II sports suspension (not much differrent than M5) w/out any rubbing what-so-ever.
One just has to keep an eye on tire pressure and avoid potholes.
The only change I will make is eventually switch my front size to 255/30/20, which esthetically looks better with a 9" rim.
Good Luck !
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