F8X M3/M4 Macht Schnell wheel spacer reference thread

[saveywil1]

Originally Posted by kevin @ eas

Magic PM incoming

Can I get some of this action??

12 & 10 for '18 ZCP

[kevin @ eas]

Originally Posted by saveywil1

Can I get some of this action??

12 & 10 for '18 ZCP

PM coming your way

[Dimitri]

Hi Kevin can you please quote me on 12F and 15R? ZCP 666 wheels stock. Thank you

[BigAllen]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Pre-Installation

There's a bit more to installing spacers than yanking the wheels off and sandwiching them between the wheels. Here's how to determine what kit is needed.

The outermost point of your tire/wheel combo will be at the outermost "bulge" of your tire's sidewall. Using a straightedge or ruler flush with both the top and bottom of the tire - measure the clearance from the outer face of the tire to the inner lip of your fender and record the results onto paper for later.

We can gauge the clearance using a tape measure:

1. Begin by jacking up the vehicle and securing with jackstands. Remove wheel and clean hub of all dirt and/or surface rush with a wire wheel to ensure a clean and flush mounting surface, eliminating the chance of vibration:

2. A small amount of anti-sieze on the hub lip will make spacer removal easier if needed

3. Extended lugs must be used and are included with all Macht Schnell spacer kits and cannot be carried over from E9X chassis. Secure wheel with new fasteners and torque to 103ft lbs, reinspecting after 50 miles.

Reference


OEM Wheel Specs

18" Style 513M
Wheels: 18x9.0 Front (ET29) 18x10.0 Rear (ET40)
Tires: 18": Michelin Super Sport/Continental ContiSportContact 3: 255/40-18F, 275/40-18R

19" Style 437M
Wheels: 19x9.0 Front (ET29) 19x10.0 Rear (ET40)
Tires: 19": Michelin Super Sport/Continental ContiSportContact 3: 255/35-19F, 275/35-19R

20" Style 666M
Wheels: 20x9.0 Front (ET29) 20x10.0 Rear (ET40)
Tires: 20": Michelin Super Sport/Continental ContiSportContact 3: 265/30-20F, 285/30-20R

Installation

Tools needed
Electric/Pneumatic Impact Gun
17mm Deepwell Socket
Wire Wheel/Brush
Anti-Sieze
Torque Wrench

1. With vehicle securely on jackstands, remove wheel



2. Clean both hub surface/lip and back of wheel with wire brush to remove any surface rust





3. Brush light coat of anti-sieze onto hub lip to aid in easier removal later on



4. Install spacer onto wheel hub and line up with lug holes





5. Reinstall wheel



6. Lightly cinch provided longer wheel lugs with electric impact, DO NOT TORQUE INTO PLACE. Final torque will be applied with torque wrench.



7. Remove jackstands and lower vehicle. Torque wheel lugs with torque wrench to 103ft.lbs. with wheels on ground



8. Admire your handywork. Enjoy! Be sure to re-torque after 50 miles.

3. Extended lugs must be used and are included with all Macht Schnell spacer kits and cannot be carried over from E9X chassis. Secure wheel with new fasteners and torque to 103ft lbs, reinspecting after 50 miles.

Hi Kevin,

If i have extra e92 m3 MS Spacer 10, 12, 15 laying around. can I just purchase the new extended M14 bolts?

Thanks

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by BigAllen

3. Extended lugs must be used and are included with all Macht Schnell spacer kits and cannot be carried over from E9X chassis. Secure wheel with new fasteners and torque to 103ft lbs, reinspecting after 50 miles.

Hi Kevin,

If i have extra e92 m3 MS Spacer 10, 12, 15 laying around. can I just purchase the new extended M14 bolts?

Thanks

Sure, please PM myself or kevin @ eas directly and we can get a set your way.

[bungee91]

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for an F80 non-ZCP with 437M's (currently stock suspension)? Shipping to 60154. Thanks!

[kevin @ eas]

Originally Posted by bungee91

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for an F80 non-ZCP with 437M's (currently stock suspension)? Shipping to 60154. Thanks!

PM coming your way

[RIM3]

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for a 2018 F80 non-ZCP with 19" 437M's (currently stock suspension)? Shipping to 02886. Thank You!

[kevin85]

Can I get a quote for 12mm front and 10mm rear, shipped to 91803? Thanks

[CLS1]

Could you recommend what would be an ideal spacer set up for me.

2015 M3 lowered on Dinan HAS. Wheels are stock 18's(513 m wheels). I plan on purchasing Michelin PS4's in 265/35/18 and 285/35/18.

According to my eye test this would be prettt flush with out spacers, but I could be wrong. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

[JayKno]

Hey guys,

I'm considering 12 front/10 rear. I want something pretty mild with no chance of rubbing when lowered in the future. Stock 19's with stock MSS tires/sizing.

I'm interested in why its recommended to run wider in the front than rear? Does this affect handling balance in any way?

I'd like it to look flush, but am more concerned about performance than looks.

Thanks!

[kevin @ eas]

Originally Posted by CLS1

Could you recommend what would be an ideal spacer set up for me.

2015 M3 lowered on Dinan HAS. Wheels are stock 18's(513 m wheels). I plan on purchasing Michelin PS4's in 265/35/18 and 285/35/18.

According to my eye test this would be prettt flush with out spacers, but I could be wrong. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

That one is tough since what brand of tires can vary in width. I would say off the top of my head 10mm or a 5mm would work but would be best to measure once you get the tires installed.

Originally Posted by JayKno

Hey guys,

I'm considering 12 front/10 rear. I want something pretty mild with no chance of rubbing when lowered in the future. Stock 19's with stock MSS tires/sizing.

I'm interested in why its recommended to run wider in the front than rear? Does this affect handling balance in any way?

I'd like it to look flush, but am more concerned about performance than looks.

Thanks!

12/10 will definitely work. No harm in going with a smaller fitment. We go with the wider spacer up front since the track width is more narrow to match the rear. Shouldnt have any affect on handling, the difference from front and rear is only 2mm's. You cant feel a difference either way.

[orthodoc91]

PM please for shipment to 40517. I have 20 inch 666 wheels with competition package car not lowered. Sounds like 12 front 10 rear is the best set up? Thanks

[kevin @ eas]

Originally Posted by orthodoc91

PM please for shipment to 40517. I have 20 inch 666 wheels with competition package car not lowered. Sounds like 12 front 10 rear is the best set up? Thanks

PM coming your way

[e90nomore]

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for an F82 non-ZCP with 437M's also H&R Springs? Shipping to 33410. Thanks!

[f80_bev]

PM for 12F/10R shipped to 94536 please. Also, will I have any rubbing issues with KW V3 at max height running OEM 666's?

[kevin @ eas]

Originally Posted by e90nomore

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for an F82 non-ZCP with 437M's also H&R Springs? Shipping to 33410. Thanks!

PM coming your way

Originally Posted by f80_bev

PM for 12F/10R shipped to 94536 please. Also, will I have any rubbing issues with KW V3 at max height running OEM 666's?

PM coming your way

[ivster]

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for an F82 non-ZCP shipped to 28104.
Thanks!

[kevin @ eas]

Originally Posted by ivster

Can I get a quote/PM for a 15/12 setup for an F82 non-ZCP shipped to 28104.
Thanks!

PM coming your way

[Foozed]

Hi Kevin - 2018 f80 zcp - 15/12 please going to 27615

[Juras]

Originally Posted by kevin @ eas

You wont see any difference in tire wear with spacers. On a comp package we generally run 12mm front an 10mm rear. I generally stay in that ball park of 10's and 12's. No alignment needed.

This car came in the other day running 20mm front and 18mm rears.

Did it rub with such aggressive setup? Many ppl here stop at 15, you were advising against going more than that, but personally I really like it aggressive and that f80 looks so good. But I don't want to be worrying about rubbing, I hate when it happens, even slighly from time to time is unacceptable.

Also, is there any difference in clearance f80/f82?

[KevoB]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Most go with 15F/12R so rear tires don't stick out past fenders. Here's a MY15MG with Macht Schnell Competition Springs and 15/12mm setup:

Have you ever seen a F82 setup with 17mm?