From non-staggered to staggered is there anything I need to worry about?

sjt_od · 05-27-2012, 02:33 PM

I just got my first 5 series!! Want to upgrade the tires/rims. The 245 45 R18, its the oem Goodyear Eagle LS2 they feel mushy. I like the feel of a firmer sidewall, like on my previous 4.4i X5.

My only question is, Is there anything I need to worry about switching out the OEM tires/rims. I'm changing to another OEM rim/tire combo but it is staggered.

Front: 245/40 R18
Rear: 275/35 R18
Tires: Continental Extreme Contact

Thanks!!!

remmib · 05-27-2012, 02:45 PM

Welcome.
No, there's no problem with putting on staggered wheels, but if the new set is 18", the tires sizes should be 245/45/18 + 275/40/18.

Jim776 · 05-27-2012, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by sjt_od

I just got my first 5 series!! Want to upgrade the tires/rims. The 245 45 R18, its the oem Goodyear Eagle LS2 they feel mushy. I like the feel of a firmer sidewall, like on my previous 4.4i X5.

My only question is, Is there anything I need to worry about switching out the OEM tires/rims. I'm changing to another OEM rim/tire combo but it is staggered.

Front: 245/40 R18
Rear: 275/35 R18
Tires: Continental Extreme Contact

Thanks!!!

You will be fine with that tire set up as well. I would recommend upgrading to 19 or 20 to get more steering feedback

sjt_od · 05-28-2012, 02:21 AM

Hey Remmib,

How did you come up with the tire size for that rim?

remmib · 05-28-2012, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by sjt_od

Hey Remmib,

How did you come up with the tire size for that rim?

OEM F10 staggered tire sizes are:
245/45/18 + 275/40/18
245/40/19 + 275/35/19
245/35/20 + 275/30/20

JNoSol · 05-28-2012, 12:18 PM

Why 18"? I'd go 20s if you're going to spend the money. 19s are fine, but tires on 19" wheels are more expensive than 20s. Plus, you'll get the stiff side walls on 20" wheels.

sjt_od · 05-29-2012, 05:41 AM

OK someone is claiming to be selling OEM for that make/model. But they cannot be for that tire sizing.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/110881129691...84.m1423.l2649

I'm sure smaller tires are not good for steptronic transmission and the ABS system as well?

Thanks again!

remmib · 05-29-2012, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjt_od

OK someone is claiming to be selling OEM for that make/model. But they cannot be for that tire sizing.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/110881129691...84.m1423.l2649

I'm sure smaller tires are not good for steptronic transmission and the ABS system as well?

Thanks again!

Those wheels are OEM wheels for the previous E60, not the new F10.

So I'd look elsewhere.

JNoSol · 05-29-2012, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by remmib

Those wheels are OEM wheels for the previous E60, not the new F10.

So I'd look elsewhere.

+1. 18" chrome wheels on an F10, really???

sjt_od · 05-31-2012, 09:26 PM

I really care more about the performance of the tires than the rims. I think chrome rims look great on a BMW. Maybe I'm not a purist for liking chrome. I think oversized (non oem) rims with low aspect ratio are the worst when they obviously don't belong on the vehicle.

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sjt_od New Member 3 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2013 M5 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (0)	From non-staggered to staggered is there anything I need to worry about? I just got my first 5 series!! Want to upgrade the tires/rims. The 245 45 R18, its the oem Goodyear Eagle LS2 they feel mushy. I like the feel of a firmer sidewall, like on my previous 4.4i X5. My only question is, Is there anything I need to worry about switching out the OEM tires/rims. I'm changing to another OEM rim/tire combo but it is staggered. Front: 245/40 R18 Rear: 275/35 R18 Tires: Continental Extreme Contact Thanks!!!
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remmib General 1569 Rep 29,202 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	Welcome. No, there's no problem with putting on staggered wheels, but if the new set is 18", the tires sizes should be 245/45/18 + 275/40/18. __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
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JNoSol Brigadier General 1383 Rep 3,834 Posts Drives: 750 MSPORT & E90M3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kansas City iTrader: (0)	Why 18"? I'd go 20s if you're going to spend the money. 19s are fine, but tires on 19" wheels are more expensive than 20s. Plus, you'll get the stiff side walls on 20" wheels.
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