W210 E55 AMG wheels
10-24-2010, 03:28 PM
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W210 E55 AMG wheels
I m looking at a used set of W210 E55 monoblock's and i know a few of you with c43's have those mounted already, i wanted to know if they require spacers?
10-24-2010, 04:06 PM
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10-25-2010, 05:17 PM
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No, I don't think that is the case. I'm sure I've seen pictures of C36s running the 18" Monoblocks. I'm just saying that if you want to roll fenders, it may not be possible because they are rolled already. If you need to create more clearance, then you'll be forced to pull them out, and that is not always possible to do nicely.
Rolling isn't too big of a deal if you have the right tools. The Eastwood fender roller tool is pretty simple to use. You could have them done in a probably just a couple hours or so. Pulling them out is hard to do nicely though.
I think I saw a new tool from Eastwood that is basically just a huge pair of pliers that allows you to pinch in the inside lip, could be an even easier solution.
I'm fairly certain all C43s have their fenders factory rolled. If you read the WIS instructions for fitting front fenders onto a C43, they outline the instructions on how much to roll! I had to do this when I fitted new front fenders to my car in the spring, when I had it painted.
Reviewing the attached document again, I would tend to think that C36s are rolled too. Just go outside to your car and feel the inside of the front fender and you should be able to tell.
Rolling isn't too big of a deal if you have the right tools. The Eastwood fender roller tool is pretty simple to use. You could have them done in a probably just a couple hours or so. Pulling them out is hard to do nicely though.
I think I saw a new tool from Eastwood that is basically just a huge pair of pliers that allows you to pinch in the inside lip, could be an even easier solution.
I'm fairly certain all C43s have their fenders factory rolled. If you read the WIS instructions for fitting front fenders onto a C43, they outline the instructions on how much to roll! I had to do this when I fitted new front fenders to my car in the spring, when I had it painted.
Reviewing the attached document again, I would tend to think that C36s are rolled too. Just go outside to your car and feel the inside of the front fender and you should be able to tell.
10-25-2010, 06:48 PM
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10-26-2010, 12:28 AM
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have SL500 rims which r 18X8.5 and they rub on the drivers side. I need some 18x8 (E55) rims to elimnate this.
10-26-2010, 01:42 AM
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10-26-2010, 01:45 PM
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Few more wheel questions
i found 2 AMG monoblocks they are 8.5J 18R 47ET would they fit our C43's in the rear?
and i found also 2 Contisport tires 275/35/18, would they fit our cars?
any help would be greatly apriciated, and i found them for $40 a piece, can't beat that price
and i found also 2 Contisport tires 275/35/18, would they fit our cars?
any help would be greatly apriciated, and i found them for $40 a piece, can't beat that price
10-26-2010, 01:49 PM
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I think those wheels will fit, but you will need spacers to push them out a bit, maybe even 15mm, to make sure they don't contact the inside of the fender.
And I think the rubber might be too wide.
And I think the rubber might be too wide.
10-26-2010, 02:10 PM
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22 X3, 21 330e, 97 M3, 97 C36 (sold), but on the hunt for a clean, low-mile C43!
There's a guy selling a set of E55 Monos in the wheel/tire classified section if you're interested. I saw the pics, they look a little beat up, but not too bad.
10-26-2010, 05:17 PM
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i came across this add
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/pts/2016030481.html
and i ran to the place, and got 4 rims and tires in decent shape the tires almost brand new but the sizes are different
2 Wheels are the 275 35 18 Continental Contisport 2 on Monoblock II's 8,5J 18R 47ET
1 Wheel is 245 40 18 continental contisport 2 on monoblock II 8,0J 18R 31ET
1 wheel is a 245 40 17 Continental contisport 2 on monoblock II 8,0J 17R 30ET
all for $320 and the 2 bottom listed rims are in great shape and their tires look unused at all
http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/pts/2016030481.html
and i ran to the place, and got 4 rims and tires in decent shape the tires almost brand new but the sizes are different
2 Wheels are the 275 35 18 Continental Contisport 2 on Monoblock II's 8,5J 18R 47ET
1 Wheel is 245 40 18 continental contisport 2 on monoblock II 8,0J 18R 31ET
1 wheel is a 245 40 17 Continental contisport 2 on monoblock II 8,0J 17R 30ET
all for $320 and the 2 bottom listed rims are in great shape and their tires look unused at all
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10-26-2010, 05:18 PM
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I have 235's upfront on a 8.5" wheel and I do not rub but I am sitting a mile high on stock suspension. We shall see after I install the Vogtlands...
