Rolled Fenders - Anyone done this?
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Rolled Fenders - Anyone done this?
Rolling fenders in BMW scene is pretty common to fit ///M offset wheels on non-///M cars.
Seems our offsets are pretty pathetic on the C, so I was curious if anyone has done this to fit a more concave or deeper dish wheel?
Seems our offsets are pretty pathetic on the C, so I was curious if anyone has done this to fit a more concave or deeper dish wheel?
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There is not much material to roll on our cars & I don't recommend it as the inner shell fender might separate from the outer shell fender which will cause rust in the long run.
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I am going to have to take a look. I rolled my BMW myself with ease, I can't imagine these would be much different.
As far as paint cracking, it all depends on the patience of the person doing it and the weather conditions, helps to have a heat gun on hand as well.
And a 1/4" is a lot when talking wheel offsets!
As far as paint cracking, it all depends on the patience of the person doing it and the weather conditions, helps to have a heat gun on hand as well.
And a 1/4" is a lot when talking wheel offsets!
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You can definitely roll it, those extra 5-7 MM will help. Especially if you are lowering the car. I will be rolling mine over the winter when the car is stored.
Don't be afraid to roll it, it can be done with a little patience and the right tool. I usually rent mine from the Local tire shop for 40 dollars.
Don't be afraid to roll it, it can be done with a little patience and the right tool. I usually rent mine from the Local tire shop for 40 dollars.
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I have never cracked my paint, been rolling my fenders for years now.
Heat gun and patience are your friend.
Heat gun and patience are your friend.
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I rolled the fenders on my M5 with a heat gun and a baseball bat. I actually bought the Eastwood roller but could never get it working right and never bother refunding it because of shipping costs. Still have it somewhere...
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I'm not saying it's not doable, just risky. Do it with caution. U can see the welding spots if u look at the fender lip, u don't want to break that "seal" to prevent rust in long run.
In addition, from my experience with rubbing.. It mostly rub on the rear bumper section of the fender lip.. U could shave that off.
In addition, from my experience with rubbing.. It mostly rub on the rear bumper section of the fender lip.. U could shave that off.
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I'm not saying it's not doable, just risky. Do it with caution. U can see the welding spots if u look at the fender lip, u don't want to break that "seal" to prevent rust in long run.
In addition, from my experience with rubbing.. It mostly rub on the rear bumper section of the fender lip.. U could shave that off.
In addition, from my experience with rubbing.. It mostly rub on the rear bumper section of the fender lip.. U could shave that off.
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I feel you, this car rear offset is so weak it's not even funny. Can't get much concavity with monoblocks or deep dish with multi-pcs.
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You can definitely roll it, those extra 5-7 MM will help. Especially if you are lowering the car. I will be rolling mine over the winter when the car is stored.
Don't be afraid to roll it, it can be done with a little patience and the right tool. I usually rent mine from the Local tire shop for 40 dollars.
Don't be afraid to roll it, it can be done with a little patience and the right tool. I usually rent mine from the Local tire shop for 40 dollars.
