18" Rims fit on 4.8is

[mgweir21]

Ok awesome info guys... here is my "Hopefully" last question....

on these rims Y-spoke style 131, 18" of course, fit these tires:

4 BRIDGESTONE Blizzak 265/60/18, also, not sure about a 60 side wall, will they look ok?

Thanks again everyone.

Michael

[motordavid]

Dunno what wheels you have, but most of the E70 wheels are in the low to high 40s, offset-wise: 48 is
identical to several of the oe wheels.

I would limit your search to E70 type wheels, either in oe or replica version;
eBay has a bunch, and 18s turn up here in the For Sale Forum with regularity.
GL,mD

[motordavid]

Or, if you don't mind a non-oem look, hit that Tire Rack site you linked, plug
in your car, wheel dia desired, and they have a few pages of aftermkt wheels.

I realize "looks" are important, but sliding around Boise in the winter may require
a serious set of dedicated snow tires and the wheel look may be less important
to you. Hard to know exactly, every one's winter driving conditions and needs...
GL,mD

[killcrap]

y spoke 131, with et 48 will not clear the brakes. the only OEM wheel that fits is Star spoke -style 99, the et is 40, and the tire size is 255/55 R18H

[LPMM]

Originally Posted by mgweir21

on these rims Y-spoke style 131, 18" of course, fit these tires:

4 BRIDGESTONE Blizzak 265/60/18, also, not sure about a 60 side wall, will they look ok?

Tire size is wrong, I'd suggest 255/55 which is the recommended size from BMW. TR told me that 235/60 is another size that will fit according to their sizing, and they are a bit cheaper.

Not sure about the 131, you'd have to test fit them as LeMansX5 said. I run another style and it is very tight but it clears (thanks to LeMansX5 and ncx).

Originally Posted by killcrap

y spoke 131, with et 48 will not clear the brakes. the only OEM wheel that fits is Star spoke -style 99, the et is 40, and the tire size is 255/55 R18H

Style 99 is what BMW uses (and recommends) on their winter packages. Not sure why since a few select other wheels fit over the 4.8 brakes, perhaps slightly more clearance with the 99s?

Anyway, I have Style 58 with ET48 and in the front it is about just right (tucked in a little more would be perfect), I would not want them further out and have crud fly all over the vehicle. In the rear however, ET48 "sucks" the wheels inboard and they could use some spacer, but it would be strictly for looks.

[mgweir21]

Ok I found some 58's for cheap, I just don't understand why an X5 18" rim, like the 131's wouldn't fit, but i trust your judgment.

The reason I ask about 4 BRIDGESTONE Blizzak 265/60/18, size is someone locally has them for cheap. sure they are 1/3 of an inch taller and wider, but will that cause any issues?

your thoughts?

[LPMM]

Originally Posted by mgweir21

Ok I found some 58's for cheap, I just don't understand why an X5 18" rim, like the 131's wouldn't fit, but i trust your judgment.

The fit is really tight with 18s, so it depends on the rim. If the 131s are local, try one on for size.

Originally Posted by mgweir21

The reason I ask about 4 BRIDGESTONE Blizzak 265/60/18, size is someone locally has them for cheap. sure they are 1/3 of an inch taller and wider, but will that cause any issues?

265/60/18 is way off compared to your stock setup. Try this link and you'll see Tire size calculator.

[killcrap]

the wheels will clear the brakes only 1 way, on the top, but not in front with the style 131. the et40 is what makes the difference.

[mgweir21]

Ok... so I Officially bought the styel 58 18" rims for my 4.8is... thanks for all the advice and warnings...

I checked out the tire calculator and your right the 265/60/18 were way off...

I did find some local tires for sale: Pirelli scorpion Ice & Snow tires.

235/55R/18

Would those just be way to thin for my X5, or would they look ok and be even better since they aren't so wide? Also, where do you find wheels spaces at, so I can put some on my rear if needed.

Thanks

[LPMM]

Congrats on the wheels
Tires not ideal size, 235/60 is a better match if you want skinny or go 255/55.
Spacers are available through OEM / Performance Parts for Volkswagen, Audi, and BMW - ECS Tuning (sponsor here)
Here is a pic ncx sent me, he runs 30mm (I believe) spacers in the rear.