turbobunny

Hi all,
Still really new here, but I'm desperately trying to piece together the OPTIMAL wheel combo. I've looked through old posts... and some people say you can't do an 8.5 with a 35 offset up front without hitting your control arms... while others say they are running that combo with plenty of space left over.

If you are running 19's, have NOT modified your fenders, are lowered more than an inch, and do NOT own an E55, would you please post your wheel and tire specs?

I'm looking for Wheel Width and Offset as well as Tire Brand/Model and Tire Size.

I do not want to modify my fenders (ie, roll them or cut them).... and do not want to tolerate any rubbing on the fender or interior suspension pieces. I will be runnin H&R's and Bilstein's with #1 pads up front and #2's in the rear.

Thank you very much in advance!
J.J.

Esleeper

If you run that suspension combo with 19's you may get away with no fender mods and no rubbing if you run a 235 up front and a 265 rear. That is what I run.

I have #1 pads, H&R race/cup kit 19x9's and 19x10's. partial fender roll up front. Zero rub in the rear. Springs have settled. I have to be careful when entering or exiting a driveway or I will get a hint of rub. The car handles as well or better than my Saleen Mustangs.

If this is the look you want then you have to pay if you want to play. I don't know the offsets of my wheels. The reason I can run such large wheels with only a small amount of front fender roll is that the set of DPE wheels were made for a W210 E, CLK.

FlatlineEF9

19X8.5 in front, 19X9.5 in rear, Brabus monoblock replicas, 245/35/19 front and rear, NO RUBBING

turbobunny

Thanks so far guys! If you do find out your offsets, please let us know as well since that will probably be a big factor here.

Down South

Same size tire for front and rear???? Any pics?

RRnelcheeze

19 inch Sevas, sorry kinda dirty...

gotoschoolhere

Best advice I can offer you, since I used to do this to all of my car, before I graduated from school and had to meet business associates, and clients for lunch...

If you "roll you fenders" you can fit up to .5' inches larger than what they tell you.

But go to a car customization that knows what they are doing and has the proper tools.

Good luck

turbobunny

Well.... I've just lowered my car with H&R's with #1 pads in the front and #2's in the rear (my rear's actually came with #1's from the factory).

My rims are sitting in boxes in the garage...... 19x8.5 and 19x9.5 with +35 offsets...

My tires BETTER be here this week! But they are 235/35's and 275/30's.... From what I've read... most say I'm probably going to rub..... while others say that it shouldn't be a problem..... If I do rub I hope it's just a few MINOR adjustments.... Like BARELY shaving that infamous bolt and rolling the fender only slightly.

Just waiting for my WALD kit and I'll be done

Wish me luck!
J.J.

FlatlineEF9

also if you stretch tire and run low offset you could easily run a 10.5 or an 11 in the rear. Ill post pics of my setup later tonight

Down South

I would like to see a pic of your car with the H&R's with #1's upfront and #2's in the rear. Would like to see how it sits. My springs are on the way and I'm thinking of what pads to go for the rear.

eXpLiCitW210

What Springs Are You Using?? Hows The Ride Quality?

turbobunny

Not the greatest pics in the world.... but here's the car from just a few minutes ago.... Wish the car was a little lower..actually I wish the tire gap was smaller (I don't necessarily want the car to be on the ground)... but I know I'm going to expect a little settling... so we'll see what happens in a couple of months and once I actually put the the rims on.

The driver's side rear is a little off though... by about 5mm-10mm...... I'm hoping that it settles.... if it doesn't, I wonder if you can mix spring pads on the same axle..... anyone?

As far as ride quality... honestly... on these stock rims/tires, I think the car rides BETTER than stock... still a luxurious ride, but now handling is improved and I don't seem as "floaty" as before.... which is a good thing!

Oh yeah I also installed some Bilstein Sports at the same time that I did the H&R's.

nsupra

what rims are you going to be putting on?

turbobunny

Unfortunately, I'm just going with some cheap 19" AMG Replicas I don't think they ever made any REAL ones that would fit the w210 without any spacers or modification....

I just hope these rims balance well once I get the tires mounted

Can you say bye bye to that luxurious ride I mentioned a couple of posts above (on stock tires).

If these REALLY suck, I'll plunk down some change for something else i like......

Down South

It looks really nice! I though that back would have been a lil higher than the front since you went with #2's in the rear. The front might settle down a bit in due time...keep us updated.

Leon

nsupra

Sounds awesome where did you get the rims from? I am gonna be doing the same suspension upgrades as you asap. Just need to get rims i want.

FlatlineEF9

Heres the pics, sorry for the wait. yeah, its 245/35/19 front and back. The rear is a little bit stretched, but still rides and handles great.

eXpLiCitW210

YOU CAR LOOKS PRETTY GOOD MAN, I JUST GOT MY W210 LOWERED WITH H&Rs BUT TO TELL YOU THE TRUTH IM NOT VERY HAPPY, I THINK IT ONLY LOWERED ABOUT 1/2 AN INCH! I PAYED $470 OUT THE DOOR AT SONICS MOTORSPORTS IN SANTA CLARA.
- ANOTHER THING, HAS ANYONE EVER FELT THERE CAR SHAKING WHILE DRIVING OR BRAKING AFTER THEY LOWERED IT??

Down South

Whats the suspension set on your car sir? It's sitting pretty nice! What kit is that on your car?



You payed $470 just to install the springs? I hope not...

eXpLiCitW210

No Dude I Payed $470 Including Brand New Springs, I Still Think I Payed Too Much Though Because I Dont Like How It Turned Out. A Pathetic 1/2 An Inch Isnt Worth The Money, The Only Good Thing Is That I Got Better Response In Turns But Thats It! Haha
- Leo

eXpLiCitW210

ill get a better pic

nsupra

Heres the pics, sorry for the wait. yeah, its 245/35/19 front and back. The rear is a little bit stretched, but still rides and handles great.[/QUOTE]

Hey flatline, i sent you a PM if you can check it.Thanks.

4XFORE

H&R Springs. Still stock shocks. #1 spring pads front and #2 spring pads rear.
235X35X19 front, 265X30X19 rear. Rear fender rolled.

eXpLiCitW210

VERY NICE, NO RUB AT ALL??

Down South

Ok, I got you!