Finally took the advise and went with 255/275 pss

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 12:06 PM

After months of research trying to decide between the two sizes on zcp wheels. I finally got rid of my conti's and went with pss 255/275. Absolutely zero rubbing with swift springs and 15mm front spacers and 12.5 mm rear. I did notice a little less power. But not as rough over bumps and tons of traction.

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 12:40 PM

Here are some more pics

rjd598 · 06-04-2015, 12:44 PM

idk what took "months of researching", but glad you are happy with the proper setup

pooyab · 06-04-2015, 01:00 PM

You think the same size spacers would work with KW HAS?

BimmerRookie · 06-04-2015, 01:15 PM

Which Conti did you have before?

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 01:44 PM

I had conti contact 3

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by pooyab

You think the same size spacers would work with KW HAS?

U should be good. U may rub on the inner rear fender lining where the bumper and rear quarter meet. All depends how low u go.

T!m3 · 06-04-2015, 02:10 PM

Very nice car and stance man!

Edward · 06-04-2015, 02:55 PM

grantmax

Your car twin.

OP, aren't 255-275 tough to acquire? Hearing they are on backorder all over the place for months.

grantmax · 06-04-2015, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Edward

grantmax

Your car twin.

OP, aren't 255-275 tough to acquire? Hearing they are on backorder all over the place for months.

I'm getting springs.

Congrats, OP. @Edward hates himself for not upsizing when he had the chance.

1MOREMOD · 06-04-2015, 03:03 PM

How did you notice loss of power with tire change? You mean you have more traction and think that means less power?

Edward · 06-04-2015, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

How did you notice loss of power with tire change? You mean you have more traction and think that means less power?

Probably butthole dyno

He knows there's more rubber so it means more unsprung weight. That's supposed to slow you down in theory, however if he had worn stock size conti's, it's almost guaranteed even with extra weight, the better grip helps him accelerate. With my old contis, I'd lose speed at full throttle in first and second from tire slippage on the not so generous euro MDM setting.

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Edward

grantmax

Your car twin.

OP, aren't 255-275 tough to acquire? Hearing they are on backorder all over the place for months.

I have no idea how my tire guy got them. He has been searching for a couple of months and called me yesterday and gave me some good news.

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Edward

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

How did you notice loss of power with tire change? You mean you have more traction and think that means less power?

Probably butthole dyno

He knows there's more rubber so it means more unsprung weight. That's supposed to slow you down in theory, however if he had worn stock size conti's, it's almost guaranteed even with extra weight, the better grip helps him accelerate. With my old contis, I'd lose speed at full throttle in first and second from tire slippage on the not so generous euro MDM setting.

U are correct my conti's where In fact pretty much at the wear bar. With the traction off the car would be all over the place. I did that with the michelins today and good luck trying to get wheel spin. What I mean by loss of power and have heard it with other guys with the same set up ur increasing more weight and slightly wider tires. I could be wrong but I found it to be a little sluggish and feel more weight especially In the steering.

1MOREMOD · 06-04-2015, 03:32 PM

OK increased weight not power loss.

Edward · 06-04-2015, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Flying Ace

what's the difference between butthole dyno and buttdyno? I've heard of the latter, but please fill me in on the former. Thanks.

It's when you money shift the 6MT with your butthole. This is prob why DCT is deemed the better tranny.

Edward · 06-04-2015, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Flying Ace

this is just nonsensical. Who approved your membership on this forum?

@grantmax

Denk · 06-04-2015, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Installsplus

U are correct my conti's where In fact pretty much at the wear bar. With the traction off the car would be all over the place. I did that with the michelins today and good luck trying to get wheel spin. What I mean by loss of power and have heard it with other guys with the same set up ur increasing more weight and slightly wider tires. I could be wrong but I found it to be a little sluggish and feel more weight especially In the steering.

Same here, I think combo of weight and increased OD took a little snap away.

1MOREMOD · 06-04-2015, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Edward

It's when you money shift the 6MT with your butthole. This is prob why DCT is deemed the better tranny.

So now we should choose 6mt vs dct depending on whether we lodge the gear shifter in our ass?

Installsplus · 06-04-2015, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Denk

Quote:

Originally Posted by Installsplus

U are correct my conti's where In fact pretty much at the wear bar. With the traction off the car would be all over the place. I did that with the michelins today and good luck trying to get wheel spin. What I mean by loss of power and have heard it with other guys with the same set up ur increasing more weight and slightly wider tires. I could be wrong but I found it to be a little sluggish and feel more weight especially In the steering.

Same here, I think combo of weight and increased OD took a little snap away.

It did but looks much better IMO. Glad I went this route.

Denk · 06-04-2015, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Installsplus

It did but looks much better IMO. Glad I went this route.

Totally agree, no doubt it looks better. Deja vu seeing your M3. My old girl with PSS 255/275 w/Dinan Stage 1.

roastbeef · 06-04-2015, 05:34 PM

looking good, and in the best color.

step up to 275/295's.

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