**Latest Pix of the X5**

[C's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by jeep

That's one mean machine you got C' I still have the standard 19" on mine, does it make sense to get spacers on that and is it a self installable mod or will have to take it to an indy shop?

Based on the 19" offsets, you are going to need very wide spacers to bring those wheels out. When I say very wide, I'm talking 35mm+. I'd probably say don't bother. Plus, since you're not running wider rears, it won't look as good.

[rh71]

Originally Posted by C's Bimmer

H&R from Turner. Since your wheels are replica's, my only concern would the be the offsets. If they were OEM, I would tell you that 15 in the front and 20 in the rear is perfect. However, replica's tend to have a different offset than OEM. Can you tell me where you got them? Do you have a link? I can run the calculations on the Wheel Offset Calculator and tell you the ideal width for front and rear. You're fine regarding hubcentric.

You will need longer bolts. I'll tell you exactly which ones, based on which widths you go with. As for wheel locks, you'll need new ones. A few companies sell the extended wheel bolt locks. Just Google it. However, hold off until we know exact lengths, based on offsets of your replica's.

Fronts: 2008*BMW*X5 *Alloy Wheel, Chrome Rim and Silver Finish # ALY71177U*@ WheelsAndCaps.com

Rears: 2008*BMW*X5 *Alloy Wheel, Chrome Rim and Silver Finish # ALY71179U*@ WheelsAndCaps.com

Though the first link states:
Offset: Front 40mm & Rear 37mm

[C's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by rh71

Fronts: 2008*BMW*X5 *Alloy Wheel, Chrome Rim and Silver Finish # ALY71177U*@ WheelsAndCaps.com

Rears: 2008*BMW*X5 *Alloy Wheel, Chrome Rim and Silver Finish # ALY71179U*@ WheelsAndCaps.com

Though the first link states:
Offset: Front 40mm & Rear 37mm

You are in luck, my friend. Take a look:

RealOEM.com BMW E70 X5 4.8i BMW LA wheel Y-spoke 214

WAC made their replica's the exact same specs (width, offset and hubcentric) as OEM. Very easy.

You want the same set-up as me. 15mm for the Front and 20mm for the Rear. Let me find out what length bolts I have for each. I'll follow up with a PM.

[brad wool]

SWEET SAV I HAVE THE SAME ONE.

[C's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by brad wool

SWEET SAV I HAVE THE SAME ONE.

Got any pix of your X? We have great taste.

[Michelle]

Looks great, C!

LOVE the last pic!

[C's Bimmer]

Originally Posted by Michelle

Looks great, C!

LOVE the last pic!

Thanks Michelle! How are you doing? Thanks again for organizing a great Meet last month. I'm sorry we had to bail, but my wife ended up having our baby girl a few weeks after the meet. We love being parents and our daughter LOVES the X5. However, I'm pretty sure she'd love just about any car that puts her to sleep. Hahaha! LOL!

Tomorrow is the real test though...she goes in the M for the first time. Driving 45MPH on the highway, in the right lane in that car is going to be very interesting. I'm plastering BABY ON BOARD stickers all over it. Hahahahahaha!

Hope you're doing great!!!!

[TaMbALoLoNg]

Originally Posted by C's Bimmer

The wife's X is almost complete. It's going in this weekend to be lowered (H&R Sport Springs 1.2 Front & Adjustable Links for Self-Leveling Rear).

Since you like the blacked out theme, I have a set of OEM side skirts to replace your aluminum RB's to complete your blacked-out look. I thought it would look sweet, PM me if you are interested.

[dsm2925]

Originally Posted by TaMbALoLoNg

Since you like the blacked out theme, I have a set of OEM side skirts to replace your aluminum RB's to complete your blacked-out look. I thought it would look sweet, PM me if you are interested.

i think it would like good with those black boards..

[RichiRich]

As if she is not one bad ass X already......that is going to look Haaawt once those H&R's give her a drop!!

I hope all is well wit you and the MRS...

Rich