Problems with 403 M alloys - Page 4 - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

crazybones · 02-14-2013, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ThreethirtyDee

The 18's with tyres are the same diameter as the19's with tyres so there is no gap difference under the wheel arch

It's a bit of an optical illusion as on the 18's there's less silver wheel and more black tyre wall which blends into the dark wheel arch.

Agreed, it is an optical illusion but visually IMO it does look better. However, I appreciate that everybody will have their own view.

Subjectively, My F30 on 19" rims and sport suspension rides better than my E90's on 18" wheels with the same suspension.

crazybones · 02-14-2013, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by F30AM

I've become so lazy, that I've got someone special to even wash my aged lithe body!

Thanks for the laugh. I can't think of a reply to top that!

F30AM · 02-14-2013, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by NISFAN

Nice to see someone looking out for the car cleaners, did they give you the thumbs up on 18's over 19's?

Now this is true: A rather attractive Kosovan woman washes my Estoril Blue BMW. I've named him Reinhardt and her name is Natalia. I think 19" would be too much for her! The mind boggles. Nice to be a very dirty old man!

F30AM · 02-14-2013, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by crazybones

Thanks for the laugh. I can't think of a reply to top that!

We aim to please!
Had a shit day at work, drinking a Scotch, and being a bit Crazy!

crazybones · 02-14-2013, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by F30AM

We aim to please!
Had a shit day at work, drinking a Scotch, and being a bit Crazy!

Similar day. Up at 5.30am and just going to grab dinner. Still, the journey home was fun!

NISFAN · 02-14-2013, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by F30AM

Now this is true: A rather attractive Kosovan woman washes my Estoril Blue BMW. I've named him Reinhardt and her name is Natalia. I think 19" would be too much for her! The mind boggles. Nice to be a very dirty old man!

Well then surely 22" rims is the way to go? You'll get her bent over them for much longer

F30AM · 02-14-2013, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by NISFAN

Well then surely 22" rims is the way to go? You'll get her bent over them for much longer

LOL.

Ha, ha. I'm avaoiding a heart attack!

SomeRandomer123 · 03-18-2013, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by RobUK

Snap, whenever I choose alloys I think "how easy will they be to clean?". The standard alloys on the Luxury Line would have driven me mad

My thoughts exactly!!! I liked them, but they'd have been a bitch to clean. Also, I wanted the 255's out back without the discomfort of having 19"ers. Therefore, 398's were a no brainer! Plus I much preferred the look of them on the Luxury line.

RichardM · 03-18-2013, 05:22 PM

I am finding the 403's a pain to clean! The 19" 5 spoke wheels I had on the CLS were just so easy to clean I was spoilt.

Still for sale at the dealer even though I gave it back in October.

derekh929 · 03-18-2013, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by RichardM

I am finding the 403's a pain to clean! The 19" 5 spoke wheels I had on the CLS were just so easy to clean I was spoilt.

Still for sale at the dealer even though I gave it back in October.

Get yourself some wheel woolies or small EZ brush and finger wool MIT will be a dodel

RichardM · 03-19-2013, 02:25 AM

I have the wheel woolies Derek, they are still a pain to clean!

F30AM · 03-19-2013, 12:14 PM

Richard: A beautiful woman can be high maintenance. Ditch the bitch!

Anyway, I think the 18" are just as pretty.

joe_hall · 03-20-2013, 12:30 PM

This is desperate, but, does anybody with the 403's have alloy wheel insurance? I can't find any insurer that'll cover diamond cut wheels...

stefan4 · 03-21-2013, 02:27 AM

I'm sure you guys are all very well aware of this but I need to get my post count up

, I find using a product such as autoglym alloy wheel seal helps lots by stopping the break dust really binding to the wheel. Quick rinse and sponge off and there good again.

Deyvy · 03-21-2013, 04:59 AM

Must have missed this thread while I was away.

I'm sure everyone who chose the 403s chose it for its looks.

Not read anywhere, yet, anyone who' s regretted getting them over the 18s.

It's pretty funny how some who got their F3x with 18s first said they slightly regretted not going for the 19s are now saying the the 19's are not as good etc etc.

I miss my 19s, only had them on for 2 weeks before I put winters on. Currently on 18s non rft, have to say though the ride is a lot smoother. Will have to see if going back to them if the harder ride will bother me. Miss the grip on the 19s.

ZigmundUK · 03-21-2013, 06:31 AM

I've never been a huge big-rim fan to be fair. But the more I look at pics the more I find myself liking the fewer arms on the 18s. I think it's the number of arms rather than the size of the rim...

changed · 03-21-2013, 07:32 AM

given the choice again, i would have had the 403's.. however, i must admit on the comparison pics the 18" do still look good

mlepyro · 03-21-2013, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Deyvy

Must have missed this thread while I was away.

I'm sure everyone who chose the 403s chose it for its looks.

Not read anywhere, yet, anyone who' s regretted getting them over the 18s.

It's pretty funny how some who got their F3x with 18s first said they slightly regretted not going for the 19s are now saying the the 19's are not as good etc etc.

I miss my 19s, only had them on for 2 weeks before I put winters on. Currently on 18s non rft, have to say though the ride is a lot smoother. Will have to see if going back to them if the harder ride will bother me. Miss the grip on the 19s.

Yeah I choose my 403's because of looks, think they look nicer... which is my own view and don't expect everyone to agree. The day I buy a car based on ride quality and how easy it is to clean - I think I'll ring Honda:P

Steve_M_Sport · 03-21-2013, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by mlepyro

Yeah I choose my 403's because of looks, think they look nicer... which is my own view and don't expect everyone to agree. The day I buy a car based on ride quality and how easy it is to clean - I think I'll ring Honda:P

+1

derekh929 · 03-21-2013, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by RichardM

I have the wheel woolies Derek, they are still a pain to clean!

oh ok they are great are the spokes to thin? i spoke to a guy on DW he has said the small EZ brush is perfect for the thin part of the spokes

derekh929 · 03-21-2013, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by mlepyro

Yeah I choose my 403's because of looks, think they look nicer... which is my own view and don't expect everyone to agree. The day I buy a car based on ride quality and how easy it is to clean - I think I'll ring Honda:P

110% for me +1

F30AM · 03-21-2013, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by csjohal

This is desperate, but, does anybody with the 403's have alloy wheel insurance? I can't find any insurer that'll cover diamond cut wheels...

You won't. You'll have to bite the bullet and fix them à la carte if and when you bugger them!

The problem is you can only fix them once. Even then the steering feels odd and the car will tend to pull to the side which has the machined wheel if the wheel is on the front axle.

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F30AM Major Drives: F30 330d M Sport Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: London, UK Posts: 1,385 iTrader: (0)	Richard: A beautiful woman can be high maintenance. Ditch the bitch! Anyway, I think the 18" are just as pretty. __________________ F30 EBII 330d M-Sport/Red Hippo Hide Heated Chairs/18"/Aluminium Hex+Black Trim/Smart Door Mirrors/Cunning Xenons/Clever Suspenders/Electric Back Help/DAB/HK/New Pro Media/Extra Coded Immobiliser/Ciggy Pack/Booty Net/Memory Cushion for Bony Posterior!/5 Year Service Pack A TRULY WONDERFUL CAR. Had Baggy Red Hippo Hide Chairs. Fixed at my expense. Mean BMW refused to help

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Deyvy Private First Class Drives: F30 330D Finally. Love it! Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Manchester Posts: 176 iTrader: (0)	Must have missed this thread while I was away. I'm sure everyone who chose the 403s chose it for its looks. Not read anywhere, yet, anyone who' s regretted getting them over the 18s. It's pretty funny how some who got their F3x with 18s first said they slightly regretted not going for the 19s are now saying the the 19's are not as good etc etc. I miss my 19s, only had them on for 2 weeks before I put winters on. Currently on 18s non rft, have to say though the ride is a lot smoother. Will have to see if going back to them if the harder ride will bother me. Miss the grip on the 19s. __________________ 330D M Sport Estoril Blue 19" + M Sport Brakes, Adaptive Suspension, HK Sound, HUD, Stop+Go, Vis Pack, New Pro Nav.

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03-18-2013, 05:22 PM	#75
RichardM Major Drives: F31 330D M Sport Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Herts UK Posts: 1,111 iTrader: (1)	I am finding the 403's a pain to clean! The 19" 5 spoke wheels I had on the CLS were just so easy to clean I was spoilt. Still for sale at the dealer even though I gave it back in October.

03-19-2013, 02:25 AM	#77
RichardM Major Drives: F31 330D M Sport Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Herts UK Posts: 1,111 iTrader: (1)	I have the wheel woolies Derek, they are still a pain to clean!

03-20-2013, 12:30 PM	#79
joe_hall Enlisted Member Drives: F30 320d xDrive M Sport Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	This is desperate, but, does anybody with the 403's have alloy wheel insurance? I can't find any insurer that'll cover diamond cut wheels...

03-21-2013, 02:27 AM	#80
stefan4 Private Drives: 320i Msport Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: sheffield Posts: 82 iTrader: (0)	I'm sure you guys are all very well aware of this but I need to get my post count up , I find using a product such as autoglym alloy wheel seal helps lots by stopping the break dust really binding to the wheel. Quick rinse and sponge off and there good again.

03-21-2013, 07:32 AM	#83
changed Second Lieutenant Drives: F31 Msport EBII Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Surrey Posts: 278 iTrader: (0)	given the choice again, i would have had the 403's.. however, i must admit on the comparison pics the 18" do still look good