Here I am again with a query..

[Luvvly Linda]

My wheels are 205/60/15 and I'd like bigger ones. Is that a good idea?

So....am I right in thinking that I can do this by buying a set of alloys complete with tyres, say 225/60/17, and they can just go straight on?

And am I right in thinking the '60' has to stay the same or not?

If I'm wrong, how do I go about it please?

[mustard]

If I was you Linda I would go for an OE (Original Equipment) possible styles included the

328 'Sport' Cross Spoke BBS alloy,
Obvioulsy with BMW centre caps fitted!


or some M3 (E34) 17" wheels


Large number of replica (of BMW Oe styles)wheels around, personally I'd contact some alloy wheel dealers
these guys sell used wheels
WheelMania Birmingham North
2347 Coventry Road,
Sheldon
B26 3PN
Tel: [phone]


or maybe check e-bay out or maybe these guys www.fabdirect.com/index2.htm and buy a second hand set of genuine wheels of them rather than new replicas

Regards tyre size, bigger wheels will require lower profile tyres, so I think this is the correct dimension for e36 3 series running on 17" 215/45/17




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[Luvvly Linda]

Yes I like them.

Thank you very much. I'll see if I can get hold of some.

Another question Mustard.... is it possible that I can have those angel eyes lights? And are they easily fitted please?

Nuisance, aren't I?

[mustard]

Dont think you can on a E36, but I'll stand corrected if you can

[agent006]

mustard said:

Dont think you can on a E36, but I'll stand corrected if you can

Not genuine bmw ones, but there are some rather chavtastic aftermarket ones around.

www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html for tyre size calculator

[Luvvly Linda]

I don't really understand what the tyre thing is all about... sorry

[mustard]

I Think I'm correct with my 215/45/17 as the appropraite upgrade on an E36, but If I was you Linda I'd repost with a heading such as

17" Wheel Upgrade on E36 3 Series and you may get a better response

Phil

[Luvvly Linda]

I've found where I can get angel eye conversion kits now... and quite cheap too.

[mustard]

Luvvly Linda said:

I've found where I can get angel eye conversion kits now... and quite cheap too.

Nooooooooooooo! leave them to the laxers Linda

>> Edited by mustard on Sunday 8th August 23:08

[hughjayteens]

Linda - can I recommend you check out the classifed ads on www.e36coupe.com as there is always wheels for sale in there.

The only angel eyes I would consider is the FK Automotive ones from www.hyperturismo.com as they look factory fitted, and only cost about £200 or so.

[Luvvly Linda]

I will check that site out for wheels.

But the angel eyes, I thought these looked good..
www.surelight.com/content.php?categoryId=326

Are they not very good?

[hughjayteens]

Luvvly Linda said:

Are they not very good?

NO!! All of the DIY kits I have seen are terrible, and although they claim it takes 3 hours to fit them, the headlights never seal up properly again, so mist up, and the wiring is quite tricky, so you will probably still be swearing at them 3 days later!

I would only advise to buy complete replacement units, and unless you want to spend £350 on the hella ones (which look rather bling as they are chrome lined) I would only get the FK Automotive ones from HTR. £200 or so, piece of cake to fit, and they look like BMW intended for them to be there.

[Luvvly Linda]

OK, thanks.