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      09-09-2017, 07:34 AM   #1
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Apex 18" FL-5 and Hoosier tire fitment

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I have BMW M2 with more than 500 whp . I want to go with Apex 18" wheels and Hoosier R7 tires . Currently I have KW clubsport suspension. Kindly could any track expert help me choose the best tire and wheel size to fit my car for tracking setup . The car currently have VFF 103 wheels 19" and I want to change the wheels for tracking to 18" but I confused of which size of wheels and tires will fit my car and handle the power .

Apex FL-5 18" size ?!
Hoosier tires size !!

Help me figure the best setup.
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      09-15-2017, 10:46 AM   #2
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More than 500 whp huh? Not sure about FL-5 clearing brakes, I know EC7 does for sure. I have 18x10 and have run 285/30/18 hoosiers. 285 may not fit if your ride height is very low and you don't have much negative camber. 275 on a 18x10 should fit for sure if you have the correct offset.
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      09-15-2017, 12:55 PM   #3
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Can't answer on the Hoosier tire size, but check out this post from APEX on the FL5

http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1384872
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for the moment, I think, Apex only has the FL-5 in 18" x 9.5" et 22 or et 35.
I have et22 with hankook RS4 275/35s on my car and they look great. needs more negative camber, than stock, up front to work. This sunday will be my first track day with this setup.
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I ran 18x10 with 275/35/18 on my e92 and will put same setup on my M2 when I get suspension installed. The Hoosiers seem to stick out a little further than other 275 tires such as NT01s.
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I might be able to offer some guidance here!

We would recommend the following fitment for the high powered M2's:

18" Staggered:

Front: 18x9.5" ET28 - 265/35-18
Rear: 18x10.5" ET40 - 285/35-18

Keep in mind that negative camber is required up front to clear the fenders. We do also recommend 275/35-18, as this can also fit, but more camber needed for clearance.

With the 18x10.5 ET40 in the rear, you will be able to utilize up to a 295/35-18 tire without the need for spacers or fender work.

I hope this information was helpful.

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