[7ssainf]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Are these paddle shifters high quality and nice and clicky? The stock ones are so ugly and not fun to use from a tactile perspective!

They retain the OEM button actuator actually . What you are replacing is the casing. If you want tactile and clicky paddles. You are better off getting magnetic ones.

These increase the surface area of the paddle and makes it easier to reach when steering in corners.

[cannockwolf]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Looks great on BGM color. I desperately need my side skirts paint matched like yours.

Where did you get the blacked out badging? Wonder if black and white roundel would go well too

Was this supposed to be quoted @ me? I got the boot model id badge from a dealer i think (cotswold bmw)

[IanH]

Got my CF badges in today from IND.

Such amazing quality. Pics do not do them justice.

[J-RO]

Here they are installed on my car. Love them.

[IanH]

Honestly hard to photograph the car it's so shiny

[cannockwolf]

Originally Posted by IanH

Honestly hard to photograph the car it's so shinyg][/url]

Do it on a bright overcast day for best results, it will be more difficult in direct bright light, and it will look even better when the sun is low in the sky 👍🏼

[PosterNutbag]

Nothing crazy. Threw on some 13mm spacers and put on the black M performance exhaust tips. I think the spacers are just enough to make the 240 look a little more grown up.

[XHILR8]

AA DP, 10mm spacers all around, Dinan springs and handling kit, Dinan rear toe links.

[IanH]

Careful with 10mm spacers, there's a reason most brands don't make them, the hub ring is held on there by a paper thin section of metal.

[IanH]

I installed:

The BMS panel filter and intake muffler delete (also removed foam in box)

Sto n sho license plate

Front and rear TLG fender guards

Got quoted for dinan spring install for 1200 including alignment which was the best deal so I will be scheduling that. I was going to DIY but decided against it to have someone to go back to if the suspension is knocking or any issues.

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by IanH

Careful with 10mm spacers, there's a reason most brands don't make them, the hub ring is held on there by a paper thin section of metal.

Loads of respected brands make 10mm spacers. The hubcentric part is no different for a given width of spacer.

[Pentland]

It is absolutely true. Ac Schnitzer, Eibach and Bimmec to name 3 major brands.

@IanH. Did,you just delete the post where you called me a liar? - Quite right!

[angermgmt20]

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by angermgmt20

…yup. Me too.

[angermgmt20]

Ian H has always been helpful to me when I have questions, so I have no issue with him or you sir. I was just curious about the subject because I will be looking to get aftermarket wheels when I get my car.

[IanH]

Its a simple geometry problem, the hub is 10mm and the spacer is 10mm so there is an exceedingly thin piece of metal holding the outer hub centric section on. Just because someone makes something doesn't mean it works well.

Also funny that you mention bimmecc when their 10mm spacers seem to be or was problematic

https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1995891

8mm spacers are usually a pita, due to low contact.

10mm spacers sometimes only work with oem wheels. And even then they are still fragile.

Usually try to stick to a 5mm or 12+ spacer so that you don't have issues. The weird thing about using a 10 on this car that 12mm spacers are the right size... lol

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by IanH

Its a simple geometry problem, the hub is 10mm and the spacer is 10mm so there is an exceedingly thin piece of metal holding the outer hub centric section on. Just because someone makes something doesn't mean it works well.

Also funny that you mention bimmecc when their 10mm spacers seem to be or was problematic

https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1995891

8mm spacers are usually a pita, due to low contact.

10mm spacers sometimes only work with oem wheels. And even then they are still fragile.

Usually try to stick to a 5mm or 12+ spacer so that you don't have issues. The weird thing about using a 10 on this car that 12mm spacers are the right size... lol

Interesting that a year on from that thread R44 are still selling 10mm Bimecc spacers.
Anyway, your claim was that no reputable brand sells 10mm spacers for ten G42 and that is incorrect.

PS spacer size will vary depending on the tyre and wheel combo. so feel free to dial up where BMW say 12mm is a recommended size

[IanH]

All the oem wheels options have the offsets dialed so that the outer edge of the wheel sits at the same point, track width equal. 12mm spacers works for all of them.

When buying aftermarket wheels, priority is for no spacer needed, but secondarily you should either shoot for a spec that needs 5mm or less spacer, or 12+

You don't seem to understand why the 10mm spacer is problematic so we can just go with "ignorance is bliss"

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by IanH

All the oem wheels options have the offsets dialed so that the outer edge of the wheel sits at the same point, track width equal. 12mm spacers works for all of them.

Nope. There are BMW wheels that are not offered as “supply spec” I.e. with a new car delivery which are BMW approved eg 898M. They have a different off set and require different spacers.
Additionally, tyre choice will affect the spacer size.

Originally Posted by IanH

When buying aftermarket wheels, priority is for no spacer needed, but secondarily you should either shoot for a spec that needs 5mm or less spacer, or 12+

You don't seem to understand why the 10mm spacer is problematic so we can just go with "ignorance is bliss"

I’ve never disputed your concern with a 10mm spacer; just your incorrect statement that respected brands don’t produce them for the G42, which they clearly do.

BTW, you’ve called me a liar and now ignorant. Suggest you stop there.

[IanH]

Now that the troll is on ignore we can go back to usefull posts.

https://a.co/d/f6e1YKx

Got this 12v adapter today that fits in the port but still allows the cover to close. Probably still need a 90 degree usb-c to close with the cable plugged in.

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by IanH

Now that the troll is on ignore we can go back to usefull

Keep the insults coming when you are in the wrong. Man up.

[XHILR8]

Dinan and many other manufacturers 10mm spacers are hubcentric and fit flush. Dinan has same thickness on hub piece on a 10 and 12mm. I feel confident with Dinan design and firmament.