1990 560SEL Wheels/Offset Question
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1990 560SEL, 1993 190E 2.3, 2001 BMW M5
1990 560SEL Wheels/Offset Question
Hi guys,
I recently purchased a 1990 560SEL. I bought a set of early r129 SL 16" x 8" wheels (et. 34 or 34.5) that are wrapped with 225/55/16 tires.
I've researched this topic extensively and found out that I need 5mm spacers for the front to avoid inner suspension interference. I took the car to the mechanic today and he said that the 5mm H&R spacers for the front weren't thick enough to clear the suspension.
Can anyone please advise? My next option is going to a 15mm H&R spacer---H&R doesn't have anything in between. I'm afraid the front wheels are going to 'stick out' and would like to avoid that.
Thanks.
I recently purchased a 1990 560SEL. I bought a set of early r129 SL 16" x 8" wheels (et. 34 or 34.5) that are wrapped with 225/55/16 tires.
I've researched this topic extensively and found out that I need 5mm spacers for the front to avoid inner suspension interference. I took the car to the mechanic today and he said that the 5mm H&R spacers for the front weren't thick enough to clear the suspension.
Can anyone please advise? My next option is going to a 15mm H&R spacer---H&R doesn't have anything in between. I'm afraid the front wheels are going to 'stick out' and would like to avoid that.
Thanks.
Last edited by krk230; Apr 1, 2016 at 11:36 PM.
