Using 3 - 5mm spacers

Alpinze

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Hi to all,

Just wondering anyone here has experience using thin spacers on their ride. I am currently on 20 inch rims and want to obtain the ULTIMATE flush look. I am thinking of using thin spacers on both front and rear. Any serious negative issue.....appreciate all input.
 
Re: Using 3 - 5mm spacers

3 mm??? wow u r super hardcore man... I have used 12 mm and 20 mm on the rear. Had no problems.
Btw thinniest spacer I come across is 5 mm. Never seen 3 mm. I'm no expert, but just from layman's perspective, I would be concerned about 3 mm. Something that thin cannot be so strong (condoms exempted) unless made from some super duper space age metal???
 
Re: Using 3 - 5mm spacers

3 - 5 mm will not "stretch" your wheel lugs (still sufficient bolt thread engagement), so it is fine. Just make sure you have at least 6 full turns on the lug bolts after installation.

Also make sure the spacers are hub-centric. BTW, 3mm spacers are rare, customed?
 
Re: Using 3 - 5mm spacers

I came across this on the net and found out that spacers that are between 3 - 5 mm are not hub centric, even if you can get one its really dangerous as they may crack.This is what i found.......


In order to give your BMW a much more aggressive stance while increasing handling, we offer our line of Macht Schnell Competition Spacer Kits.

Machined from 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum, these adapters are strong as well as lightweight to limit unsprung/reciprocating weight for maximum performance on or off the track. Spacer edges are also chamfered to allow for easy installation/removal if needed. After machining, the spacers are then anodized for additional strength, anti-corrosion & wear resistance.


A wider track stance increases lateral stability as well as giving your BMW a much more aggressive appearance after installation. Spacers also are used to correct wheel gap normally seen on otherwise stock suspension setups, pushing the wheels outward - filling the fenders.

Included with our Competition Wheel Spacer Kits are a full set of extended lug bolts in black OEM finish. All wheel fasteners are hardened and tempered to strength class 10.9 or 10 according to DIN/ISO standard 898 and meet the statutory requirements of all countries - including the US.

Competition Wheel Spacer kit Features:
- Machined from 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum
- Chamfered edges allows installation & removal quick and easy
- Black anodized finish for additional strength and corrosion/wear resistance
- Improve handling by reducing body roll with a wider wheel base
- Included black extended-length corrosion-resistant wheel fasten


Macht Schnell - Competition Wheel Spacer kit for BMW -03- 05mm
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Models Supported:
2008+ 1-series
1992+ 3-series, including M3 (e36, e46, e90, e92)
2004+ 5-series, including M5 (e60)
2005+ 6-series, including M6 (e63, e64)
2004+ X3 (e83)
2000+ X5 (e53, e70)
2003+ Z4, including M-Roadster/Coupe (e85)
2001-2003 Z8
1996-2002 Z3, including M-Roadster/Coupe

All sizes are currently in stock and available for immediate shipment.
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Re: Using 3 - 5mm spacers

Hi,

How much for the 5mm spacers? Including shipping to Singapore?

Please advise.

Thanks
 
Re: Using 3 - 5mm spacers

Just contacted the supplier. The 5mm spacer cost USD$79/pair and USD$56 for shipping.
I'm searching for 5mm spacers too....



alvinthedrummer;577551 said:
Hi,

How much for the 5mm spacers? Including shipping to Singapore?

Please advise.

Thanks
 
Re: Using 3 - 5mm spacers

you interested to buy together? but i'm still doing some research to see if my wheels will rub after the spacers....getting mixed answers now...headache...
 

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