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Old 04-26-2012, 03:16 PM
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Its not that inaccurate due to having only 1000 miles on my car. Even if I had 20k on it, it would be proportionate. It looks like I have 3 1/2"+, even if you had significant tire wear, you won't have 1"+ in difference.
 
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Old 04-26-2012, 04:26 PM
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So in other news, went out today and measured. Rear= 2.5 ish front =3.25?? I def think something is up!
 
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Just got the springs installed and really enjoyed the new ride home. Btw, I measured from ground to arch (through the center of the wheel) before and after:

Before:
Front/Rear - 27.5in

After:
Front/Rear - 26.5in

I have sports suspension on my All4.
 
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Awesome! Pics?

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Tell us how the ride is? Cornering to just plain ole straight aways?
 
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It looks like you need to install some spacers, she's looking a little strange, although it could just be that you've lowered her on 17's, the other car posted with the same lowering kit in this thread has 18's.
 
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Is it me or is it riding lower in the back?
 
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Old 05-10-2012, 03:59 PM
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I'm with you kconner something looks off, it's like looking at a Citroen without umped up suspension, maybe a photo from another angle would clear things up.
 
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Actually, it's just the angle of my driveway. The pics aren't the best, so when I can find a place to get some better pics (instead of the rushed ones here) I'll post up.
 
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Im up for Group buy- any Warranty Issues.
 
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If I remember correctly... NM Does not discount for buying in bulk... therefore the group buy wouldn't be beneficial at all.

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Originally Posted by kconner5
If I remember correctly... NM Does not discount for buying in bulk... therefore the group buy wouldn't be beneficial at all.

Kyle
You are correct, it is against their price policy too.

We did install a set at MOTD and they turned out great, hope he post some pics.
 
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Hope he does to Way... The next step for me is to get some nice wheels on my car... and then lower it. I'm thinking 20 inch TSW Nurburgrings and then do the NM after I refill the piggy bank

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How do you guys correct your camber?
 
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Posted this on the other thread re: NM springs:

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Anyone try these on 18" wheels with 225/50 tires (as opposed to 225/45)? I don't mind how high the R60 sits on stock tires and springs, but do not like the excessive gap between the top of the tire and bottom of the wheel well.

Was thinking of getting 225/50 tires instead of 225/45, and maybe lowering it slightly with aftermarket springs. But I am afraid the combo might be overkill and put the well too close to the tire. Thoughts?
 
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I just bought a set for my All4.
I am planning to do the install myself and get the alignment done after.
 
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cool! let us know how the alignment comes out!
 
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cool! let us know how the alignment comes out!
I will.

I hope they will be able to correct the camber as per specs.
 
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Waiting

also just wondering: Has anyone successfully add these wheels and tires combo? Anyone experience rubbing or am I wish full thinking?
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19 x 8.5 +35 offset
245/40/19 tires

Your thoughts on this combo with these springs??
 

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also just wondering: Has anyone successfully add these wheels and tires combo? Anyone experience rubbing or am I wish full thinking?
NM Springs
19 x 8.5 +35 offset
245/40/19 tires

Your thoughts on this combo with these springs??
I'm also curious about how these will sit with 19s under there. In particular, I'm looking at the NM Eng. 19" wheels for the Countryman. Not sure what tire they recommend for those.
 
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Yup me too.. Its seems difficult to get information since no one has done it! lol
 
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Hey there,

I have a set of 19" installed with my NM springs with the following configuration:
19 x 8.5 +45
225/40

Works fine with me. Note that 225/40 is an odd size for 19" tires so you may have less options of tires.

In my opinion, 8.5 +45 is the maximum offset you can have, +35 is a strict no.

If you use this calculater, you can see how far off your new wheels will be compared to the current set-up. http://www.1010tires.com/tiresizecalculator.asp

Here's a photo! I hope I can go even lower~

 
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Your car look pretty sharp!

Could you take a picture of the space between the tire to the shock? My CMS will arrive next month and I plan on getting the lower springs and same set of wheels, those are V710? but with 235/40/19 tires, so wondering if there are any room left for wider tires

how much does each wheel weight?

Tks

Originally Posted by SilverArrow
Hey there,

I have a set of 19" installed with my NM springs with the following configuration:
19 x 8.5 +45
225/40

Works fine with me. Note that 225/40 is an odd size for 19" tires so you may have less options of tires.

In my opinion, 8.5 +45 is the maximum offset you can have, +35 is a strict no.

If you use this calculater, you can see how far off your new wheels will be compared to the current set-up. http://www.1010tires.com/tiresizecalculator.asp

Here's a photo! I hope I can go even lower~

 
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Old 06-14-2012, 09:36 AM
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The offset will determine how wide of a tire you can use too. Also if you can turn your wheels lock to lock
 


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