Alpina 8x16 all around is it possible?

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Post Fri Jun 01, 2012 10:38 am

Just prayed to confirm those who have tried to put this combination is it possible? This picture suggests that it is possible. I know it's not original combination but 8x16 all around IMO look more powerful.

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Post Fri Jun 01, 2012 2:24 pm

8j will fit on the front easily. If it's lowered it might just catch on the inner wing/arch on full lock though.
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Post Fri Jun 01, 2012 2:51 pm

kitch,

I forgot to mention that the ET28 so I wonder if something changes?
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Post Sat Jun 02, 2012 8:10 pm

I have just fitted 17"x8" (5stud) alpinas on the front,(et46 with 20 mm spacer built into alloy disc bell,meaning equivalent of et26 wheel) and have a problem with the inside edge of the wheel touching the h&r arb on full lock. That's with a 067 e46 rack. The h&r is shaped different to the standard arb though.
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Post Sun Jun 03, 2012 12:03 pm

You might need spacers at the front. Mine are 8.5j at the front and I have no trouble, they are a lower et though.
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Post Sun Jun 03, 2012 5:32 pm

what tyres would work the best on the front wouldn't the 225 cause tram lining?
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