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Let's be serious guys, you don't get spacers for increased traction. The benefits of "increased track width" are more than likely offset by increased unsprung weight and/or stress on hubs. If you have traction issues, you get better tires.
Spacers are for looks or to clear suspensions on lowered cars (or if you have the wrong wheel offsets). I'd skip the 10s and go 12/15, but no more. The most important thing is 1) they're hubcentric and 2) you get extended bolts. |
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09-05-2016, 09:58 AM | #48 |
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Has any of you guys used a spacer with the stock 18 wheels? I'm running my Xline with 607 stock wheels. Mine looks like this - without the xenons -
How much would that enhance the look if any? I know a big wheel will always look better...but spacers are less expensive... Does it make sense at all? Also, how would eg H&R lowered spring look with 18' wheels, any pics for reference? Thanks! |
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01-20-2017, 01:19 PM | #49 |
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Has anyone noticed any improvement in driving with spacers? With the wider stance, shouldn't the vehicle be able to take harder turns with less body roll? Anyone regret putting in spacers?
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01-20-2017, 04:39 PM | #50 |
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No it would not improve your driving lol.
Its suggested not to use spacers for track purposes. I'll be putting 15 MM on the front and 20 MM In the back for this upcoming summer |
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01-20-2017, 07:27 PM | #51 |
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Dude, you are way over thinking this… They are a cosmetic upgrade for the most part.
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01-22-2017, 06:46 PM | #54 |
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You should go with 12's upfront and 20's in the rear for a flush look.
http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1244311 |
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Spacers for the look only
I have 20" rims staggered setup. I went with the 12.5 mm spacers on all fours. Received from ECS Tuning. Easy job and great look. In retrospect, I would probably opt for the 15 mm on the rear but certainly improves the look and stance.
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Nice... i just ordered ECS tuning 12.5MM in front, 20 MM in the back |
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I did 15mm front, 20mm rear. Front looks pretty good. I almost went 17mm up front, since that's what it measured short of flush.
The rear still looks a little too tucked for me. I'm thinking I'll probably bump it up to a 25mm spacer eventually, which is what it measured short of flush with the outermost edge of the fender. But, we'll see how it looks after I fit some 275s to it, first.
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I have the 20" staggered setup and have 12MM spacers on all four. I coul d have went with 15mm on the rear. Bought from ECS Tuning. Awesome quality and fit.
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