Or do y'all know of anyone in TX that ordered/ has this kit (preferably Dallas) so I could possibly see it?
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Thanks for the info. I actually called up a very good body shop about an hour away from my place here in California and they said painted and installed for $800 after I showed them the HMS install video. I told them it was a deal so will be taking it in two weeks.
For reference, this is the shop: http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-auto-body-sacramento
They've done some crazy work. They put an M4 rear bumper and M6 front bumper onto a E60 M5 and it looks really, really good.
When I take it in, I plan to ask them about molding them on as I'm not sure exactly how I'll like the white Sika Flex.
We'll see when the time comes I guess. Hoping they can give me good insight.
For reference, this is the shop: http://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-auto-body-sacramento
They've done some crazy work. They put an M4 rear bumper and M6 front bumper onto a E60 M5 and it looks really, really good.
When I take it in, I plan to ask them about molding them on as I'm not sure exactly how I'll like the white Sika Flex.
We'll see when the time comes I guess. Hoping they can give me good insight.
Also, HMS got back to me on the exterior adhesive they use...SikaFlex.
Sounds good. Added to potential second Group Buy list.
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So the HMS Jade R wheels are 19x10 +25 as shown below. I don't get it. Based on how wide these fenders are, shouldn't we be able to fit a more aggressive offset? Obviously a ton of backspacing available here, but still. I feel like a +15 should work, but given the below picture, I'm not sure I'd push it any further.... Thoughts anyone? Unless they're running a spacer, but I asked HMS to confirm the info above and they said this was indeed the recommended size.
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Just run spacers on your VS-XX until you're happy with the fitment and it doesn't rub, then you'll find out.
Doesn't look like there's too much more room there.
Max fitment on OEM is usually 19x10 +50 with a 275/30/19. The fenders are only about 30MM Wider, so it makes sense to be able to run 19x10 +25. Maybe +20 at the most.
Keep in mind, rubbing on FRP Flares and rubbing on Metal are two different things.
Doesn't look like there's too much more room there.
Max fitment on OEM is usually 19x10 +50 with a 275/30/19. The fenders are only about 30MM Wider, so it makes sense to be able to run 19x10 +25. Maybe +20 at the most.
Keep in mind, rubbing on FRP Flares and rubbing on Metal are two different things.
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Phil, I just raised this question on AMG3.2 build thread... so you are saying add spacers & call it a day will look fine? I think it will look funky. LOL
I thought these fenders added more clearance outside the fenders & since we are not touching the rear axle, we should be able to run 19x11 with 295/30/19 no?
I thought these fenders added more clearance outside the fenders & since we are not touching the rear axle, we should be able to run 19x11 with 295/30/19 no?
