BMW Staggered Rims

blazing_nitro · 03-20-2016, 07:10 PM

Traded my BMW 335i for the new Camaro.

Decided to test fitting my 18” BMW rims on the Camaro for a future winter setup. Actually calling for snow this week here so may have to get new rubber.

Rim Specs:

Front: 18”, Width=8.5, Offset=34
Rear: 18”, Width=9.5, Offset=34

Lots of clearance more than finger all around. Front struts clear. Was surprised how little clearance the stock tires have from the rubber to the lower strut spring perch. Have to make sure not to go to larger overall diameter for winter setup.

Hope this helps.

Please keep in mind the overall tire diameter (rubber) is way small by few inches.

blazing_nitro · 03-20-2016, 07:16 PM

Forgot to mention that the hub bore diameter is larger in the BMW rims.

LesBaer · 03-21-2016, 09:01 AM

Thanks, that's interesting. Can you post some profile shots of it on the ground so we can see what the wheel gap looks like?

enzia35 · 03-21-2016, 11:31 AM

If it's for snow tires, I would think function>form.

thescreensavers · 03-21-2016, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blazing_nitro

Forgot to mention that the hub bore diameter is larger in the BMW rims.

That's all that is needed for a set, it makes mounting a PITA but if you get it all centered it will be fine. The Hubs bore really doesn't see loading when driving if you properly torque your lugs.

Also Im not sure what lugs you are using I am assuming the Camaros but you need to ensure the seat angle is the same for the wheel and the lug nuts.

blazing_nitro · 03-21-2016, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LesBaer

Thanks, that's interesting. Can you post some profile shots of it on the ground so we can see what the wheel gap looks like?

Sorry the tires where only on temporarily to test fit the rim but you got me curious too now.

Overall diameter is like 4 inches smaller so ride height would be like 2 inches lower to the ground.

Also weight of the stock Camaro wheels and tires was surprisingly heavy guessing around 70 lbs. My 18's feel like feather weight in comparison like 40 lbs. Once I put in the correct tires like 245/60/R18 it will weight more but I'm also guessing less than 20's.

blazing_nitro · 03-21-2016, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thescreensavers

That's all that is needed for a set, it makes mounting a PITA but if you get it all centered it will be fine. The Hubs bore really doesn't see loading when driving if you properly torque your lugs.

Also Im not sure what lugs you are using I am assuming the Camaros but you need to ensure the seat angle is the same for the wheel and the lug nuts.

Thanks good to know and I will check. I have a set of BMW lugs but don't think the threads are same so can't reuse.

03-20-2016, 07:10 PM	#1
blazing_nitro Drives: 2016 1SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Mississauga Posts: 54	BMW Staggered Rims Traded my BMW 335i for the new Camaro. Decided to test fitting my 18” BMW rims on the Camaro for a future winter setup. Actually calling for snow this week here so may have to get new rubber. Rim Specs: Front: 18”, Width=8.5, Offset=34 Rear: 18”, Width=9.5, Offset=34 Lots of clearance more than finger all around. Front struts clear. Was surprised how little clearance the stock tires have from the rubber to the lower strut spring perch. Have to make sure not to go to larger overall diameter for winter setup. Hope this helps. Please keep in mind the overall tire diameter (rubber) is way small by few inches. Attached Images

03-21-2016, 09:01 AM	#3
LesBaer FMPG Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CT Posts: 1,888	Thanks, that's interesting. Can you post some profile shots of it on the ground so we can see what the wheel gap looks like? __________________ Ordered 3/8/16- NFG/Ceramic White, M6, MRC, NPP, 6 pots, blk blade, no sunroof, blk splitter, blk bow ties, dark tails, nav. ARH 1 7/8" ceramic coated full sys w/NPP; Maggie 9.2psi (85mm); Jannetty rough idle cam(TSP), tune and LT4 fuel system; Forgeline VX1 Black PVD (20x10,11); R88R 315's; ALPriority; BMR rear arms, bushings, DS loop; RF intake (red); nGauge 93 octane: 712rwhp, 654rwtq / E85 (E66 mix): 734rwhp, 674rwtq (SuperFlow Dyno)

03-21-2016, 11:31 AM	#4
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03-20-2016, 07:16 PM	#2
blazing_nitro Drives: 2016 1SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Mississauga Posts: 54	Forgot to mention that the hub bore diameter is larger in the BMW rims.

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