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According to the Rimstock site, the PRO RACE 1.2 17X7.5 et+45 5X112 with a 205/45R17 tire will fit without spacers on the 2017 JCW. Anyone runing this setup? I was considering bumping the tire up to a 215/45R17, but notsure about clearance.
According to the Rimstock site, the PRO RACE 1.2 17X7.5 et+45 5X112 with a 205/45R17 tire will fit without spacers on the 2017 JCW. Anyone runing this setup? I was considering bumping the tire up to a 215/45R17, but notsure about clearance.
I'm running 18x8 ET45 215/40/18 Michelin PSS, lowered on JCW Pro coilovers (KW V1) and have not rubbing or clearance issues on my JCW. I know my wheels aren't exact to the Pro Race 1.2, but this should give you an idea that you'll be fine.
I'm running 18x8 ET45 215/40/18 Michelin PSS, lowered on JCW Pro coilovers (KW V1) and have not rubbing or clearance issues on my JCW. I know my wheels aren't exact to the Pro Race 1.2, but this should give you an idea that you'll be fine.
Thank you so much! I like to have some meat on my tires, and am adding the Eibach springs which only bring it down about an inch or less.
According to the Rimstock site, the PRO RACE 1.2 17X7.5 et+45 5X112 with a 205/45R17 tire will fit without spacers on the 2017 JCW. Anyone runing this setup? I was considering bumping the tire up to a 215/45R17, but notsure about clearance.
I have the Pro Race wheels in 17X8 with 215 tires and they fit. Clearance bet the rim and the shock tube is a hair but I haven't had problems. That 17x7.5 would be perfect!
I have the Pro Race wheels in 17X8 with 215 tires and they fit. Clearance bet the rim and the shock tube is a hair but I haven't had problems. That 17x7.5 would be perfect!
Thank you! I was going to get the 17x8, but when I checked the rimstock fitment page (I guess they manufacture the Pro Race wheels), they listed a 17x7.5 that fits with no warnings about the fender. I'd rather play it a little safer (and lighter) with the wheel if possible, but finding that specific size has been tough.
Thanks...I was going to ask that again. Well, that setup appears to be the largest wheel & tire combo for the F56 JCW, unless you jump to the ACS 19" wheels.
I started a wheel & tire thread in early 2015 on the f56mini forum about how to make larger wheels & wider tires fit these cars. It's certainly not been easy getting answers has it? Thankfully, NM & TD stepped up to the plate! As I recall, a 235/35/18 tire size is a match for the original 205/40/18 tire OD, but that's just too much rubber!
I assume your clearance from the strut is very close but adequate right?
I remember you working on a proper fitmentnt for a long time, so congrats for leading the way for those of us following along!
Happy Motoring,
John
Hi John, reading your post, is there a 225 wide tire I can do on my F55 (non lowered)
I am looking to get new tires and wheels.
I run 18x8 et 45 with 225/40 tyres on my JCW,close but no rubbing.Car is on coilovers and had to adjust height as outside edge on tyre was catching,lifted it slightley-no rubbing.
Tons of information on here, along with other threads on this forum.
Generally though, I am of the opinion that 225's are pushing it a bit too far. If I change from my stock setup I will likely not go wider that 215's. The offset of the wheel is important, but generally ET40 to 45 seems to fit without issue.
Coilovers also help with clearance since they are narrower than stock springs.
Just as an aside - When upgrading to 18" wheels and tyres from 17" you must remember to do the math. The stock tyre size on 17" wheels is 205/40. Increasing the diameter to 18" requires reducing the shoulder height to 35 in order for the speedo to read correctly.
NOTE - This only affects the 18" from 17" upgrade.
And by the by I am running 225/35 on 18" with JCW Pro Coilovers and no rubbing.
Just as an aside - When upgrading to 18" wheels and tyres from 17" you must remember to do the math. The stock tyre size on 17" wheels is 205/40. Increasing the diameter to 18" requires reducing the shoulder height to 35 in order for the speedo to read correctly.
NOTE - This only affects the 18" from 17" upgrade.
And by the by I am running 225/35 on 18" with JCW Pro Coilovers and no rubbing.
The stock tire size for 17" wheels is 205/45 as I recall, not 205/40
Plus sizing your wheels and tires is the best way to improve both the performance and appearance of your vehicle. By using a larger diameter wheel with a lower profile tire it's possible to properly maintain the overall diameter of the tire, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. By using a tire with a shorter sidewall, you gain quickness in steering response and better lateral stability. The visual appeal is obvious, most wheels look better than the sidewall of the tire, so the more wheel and less sidewall there is, the better it looks. Please contact our sales team for assistance in the proper sizing for your vehicle.
Plus sizing your wheels and tires is the best way to improve both the performance and appearance of your vehicle. By using a larger diameter wheel with a lower profile tire it's possible to properly maintain the overall diameter of the tire, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. By using a tire with a shorter sidewall, you gain quickness in steering response and better lateral stability. The visual appeal is obvious, most wheels look better than the sidewall of the tire, so the more wheel and less sidewall there is, the better it looks. Please contact our sales team for assistance in the proper sizing for your vehicle.
Good info, but most enthusiasts know that already. If you want to really impress this group how about providing some details on wheels that fit the F56 JCW without spacers!? Not many options out there, so that kind of info from "the Rack" would be appreciated for sure!
03-14-2017, 09:22 AM
