Looking for a spare set of wheels for the winter (better late than never). Has anyone used the e34 throwing stars (17inch) from the 540i M Sport or the euro M5 on their E39 M5?
I used to have these on my E34 and loved them... and would prefer not to pony up for a spare set of M5 OEM wheels.
e34 wheels should not fit the e39 due to a different center bore diameter. Few 17" wheels will clear the M5 brakes. bmw style 66 will, as will a few aftermarket wheels.
Mike
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e34 wheels should not fit the e39 due to a different center bore diameter. Few 17" wheels will clear the M5 brakes. bmw style 66 will, as will a few aftermarket wheels.
Mike
damn I was just thinking I have a good friend parting out an e34 with throwing stars and RD 5 spokes, so its a definate no go? sux no cheap wheels for the snow tires here then.
damn I was just thinking I have a good friend parting out an e34 with throwing stars and RD 5 spokes, so its a definate no go? sux no cheap wheels for the snow tires here then.
If the throwing stars clear the calipers ( a big if), you could have the wheel centers bored out. But I would carefully measure the wheels and brakes before you do that. It is unlikely they will clear the big front brakes of the E39.
You are probably better off getting some used #66 wheels as suggested, or look for some repro's for winter use. Check ebay or check Tire Rack.
Regards,
Jerry
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If the throwing stars clear the calipers ( a big if), you could have the wheel centers bored out. But I would carefully measure the wheels and brakes before you do that. It is unlikely they will clear the big front brakes of the E39.
You are probably better off getting some used #66 wheels as suggested, or look for some repro's for winter use. Check ebay or check Tire Rack.
Regards,
Jerry
yeah i have been checking both like crazy TR has some descent options cheap, the TS wheels just always made me laugh.
I have the Borbet 17" winter set up from them.
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