Random X5M/X6M shot of the day. Add yours

[christianfayb]

A few weeks ago I posted pro photos of my F85. Here is a video from the day:

[LOW4LYF]

Originally Posted by lht5059

x6m_bxny is the only F86 in the US that I've seen running Hamann flares. Maybe he can chime in. At that width, you are just better off running custom offset wheels. I'm already on 20 front spacers and 30 rear spacers with 611m and lowered on VTF (no flares), so your spacers on stock wheels would need to be crazy thick, or you would need to have a better-fitting set of wheels on top of some spacers... FYI, you might need more aggressive spacers on the F86/F16 vs the F85/F15 to get the same flush fit since our rear quarter panels are a bit funny looking...

Here are links to his posts and specs: https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...6&postcount=46
https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...84&postcount=9

Can we see pictures of your ride? Any thoughts on the VTF?

[daytonaviolet]

Took her to lunch today 🤪

[lht5059]

Originally Posted by LOW4LYF

Can we see pictures of your ride? Any thoughts on the VTF?

Here you go! The ones in daylight were taken upon installation so the suspension has not fully settled yet, the one at night was after a bit of a drive and that's how she stands full-time now . I also attached a pic of our X5 with no flare at stock height (no spacers), but riding flushed on F16's stock 623m, which was sooooo tucked on my F16 when I first picked her up...

Just had a few drinks, so here goes my VTF thesis. Tbh, I would be cautious about using it; in other words, it depends. Here are some of my top trains of thought about VTF:

1. Hands down, the best option overall is going to be KWs/BC Racing for comfort, looks, and overall ride quality, combined. Though, that could shy people away either because of budget or, in my case, to retain EDC, which I use a lot depending on the road conditions. Similar to why I'm on full RaceChip instead of a flash tune (also taking into account the Isley Settlement), I want to have options since I do exploit all of them to best serve road conditions and my driving mood.

2. If this is your daily driver or only car and you know for sure that at least 60% of your commute would be with other people in the vehicle (especially with kids or pets) on bad roads (I live in the Tri-State area), then maxed out VTF might not be worth it. The ride could be too harsh for your backseat passengers who expect a comfy ride from an SUV. Hence, you would need to have it raised up a bit, but then you have other springs that offer a more comfortable ride despite a lower drop for like ~$100 cheaper. I can care less about this since ~65% of my miles on the X6 are by myself, ~25% with a front-seat passenger, and ~10% with a full vehicle (and I mean luggage-stuffed airport runs). Plus, the people who sit in my car are used to modded/lowered vehicles anyway; else, we just take the X5 for long, comfortable trips.

3. Adjustability and bang-for-buck. This circles back to point 1 a bit, but I do like the idea of being able to adjust it whenever I want to; yea, you can't do it on the fly like true air suspension, but then it's a very, very good feature for the money in my book. If I want more comfort or height for an upcoming trip, I'll just raise it a tad. If not, I'll keep it slammed.

Also, I've heard mixed reports between KWs versus VTFs maxed-out heights (i.e., which one drops more), so if anyone has concrete, sample-measured stats, that would help a lot of people who are on the fence! AND I know the rear tires look a tad stretched, which they are... Going to change to DWS06+ after this set since their sidewalls seem a bit more fitting in this size, on this wheel.

[daytonaviolet]

Lunch 🤓

[daytonaviolet]

Detailed for Xmas 🎄

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cmhqi...d=MDJmNzVkMjY=

[ArthurMorgan]

I think this is the first picture I've posted of my Silverstone Metallic M, not that there's much to show in the way of exterior mods outside of tint

I did notice that it seems to be one of the few Ms with the matte chrome trim. It seems like most everyone else has gloss black trim. It's probably not most people's cup of tea, but I don't mind since it amps up the mom-mobile level and helps to make it even more invisible to the local rozzers

[Housekeeping]

Originally Posted by ArthurMorgan

I think this is the first picture I've posted of my Silverstone Metallic M, not that there's much to show in the way of exterior mods outside of tint

I did notice that it seems to be one of the few Ms with the matte chrome trim. It seems like most everyone else has gloss black trim. It's probably not most people's cup of tea, but I don't mind since it amps up the mom-mobile level and helps to make it even more invisible to the local rozzers

I have the same spec and feel the matte chrome looks so much better than black on Donington Grey!

[daytonaviolet]

The X5 is getting jealous of the new X


https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cm2-x...d=MDM4ZDc5MmU=

[Msondeck]

Desalted 😶‍🌫️

[jmack123]

Originally Posted by Msondeck

Desalted 😶‍🌫️

Great weekend in the Northeast to get it done!

[Alen Bajra]

Forgot about this thread. Thought I would leave these pictures here

[Stamps]

Originally Posted by Alen Bajra

Forgot about this thread. Thought I would leave these pictures here

What kit (lip, side, difus) is that?

[Alen Bajra]

Originally Posted by Stamps

What kit (lip, side, difus) is that?

It is a 3d style front lip, 3d style side skirt, and 3d style diffuser all from RW carbon. In total I say the 3 items were around 3k

[mcanzio]

Hey everyone - Here are a couple pics of my new setup

1. 22” Forged Vossen LC-104’s
2. KW V3’s
3. IND Cosmetic Goodies
4. Active Autowerke Catted GESI DP
5. RK Autowerks Carbon Intakes
6. Valvetronic Catback Exhaust
7. BM3 Stage 2 Tune

[LOW4LYF]

Originally Posted by mcanzio

Hey everyone - Here are a couple pics of my new setup

1. 22” Forged Vossen LC-104’s
2. KW V3’s
3. IND Cosmetic Goodies
4. Active Autowerke Catted GESI DP
5. RK Autowerks Carbon Intakes
6. Valvetronic Catback Exhaust
7. BM3 Stage 2 Tune

Are you running 295/335 tires?

[JRock80]

On the rollers!

[mcanzio]

Originally Posted by LOW4LYF

Are you running 295/335 tires?

Yes, 295/30/22 up front & 335/25/22 in the back. No rubbing or issues. Drives really smooth.

[ArthurBolbos]

Little trip to Greece last month.

[V i C]

16 x5m. Winter squared setup. Can’t wait for summer.

[///M_Martin]

Winter setup without Winter

[LOW4LYF]

Originally Posted by ///M_Martin

Winter setup without Winter

What suspension are you running?