Tire Fits on E36

[Duane Collie <drcollie@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> The Tire Rack is unwilling to guarantee that these tires (235/45/17) mounted
>on a 17x8 rim will fit saying that the M3 uses 235/40-17 and the 45
>series tires "could" rub.  So can anyone who has actually used this size
>on his E36 M3/325 share his/her experiences?  TIA
>
>Luis Marques

Luis,

Easy fit. I run 17 x 8 BBS RC's with 38mm offsets and 235/45/17 BFG R1's on
the 316 tds.  They don't even come close to rubbing and we're talking track
usage, too.  You won't have a problem. Even if your WERE to get a light rub
in the rear (and you won't) then its easy to pick up 1/2" with a hammer,
some guts and a six-pack.

17 x 8.5" wheels with 245/40/17's will even fit...but just barely.

Duane Collie

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