New Track Wheels, Tires and Brake Pads for my F80 BMW M3: lots of grip and stopping power!

[@ThicWhips]

Dude...YES. FL-5's are so clean. I am strongly considering the same setup. Great video Tommy!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!! The lip is what sold me on them.

[@israeledmundsjr]

Man...what a great transformation with the wheels and set up.

[@TommyLGarage]

I prefer silver

[@Mrconceited724]

Hands down my favorite wheels. I have them on my car 18” as well and I would never change

[@TommyLGarage]

Agreed.

[@Breezy2310]

Tommy, I’m surprised you don’t own a quick jack lift? As much as you work on your car it’s worth it’s weight in gold and is key piece of garage equipment. Gets the whole car up in 3 seconds and locks in. I have the 7000ELX and love it!

[@TommyLGarage]

I’d love to but each year I hope to move to a bigger house so I keep delaying this purchase

[@1pilot34]

First thing I did when I woke up was to look for your video cause I was really curious about the wheels since you said it wasn't the stockers. Good job!!!!!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Hope I didn’t disappoint :)

[@1pilot34]

@@TommyLGarage nah... it looks gooood!!!!

[@locofeo84]

Was it me, or was there no lawn maintenance going on by any of the neighbors in this ENTIRE segment?!?! Lol! Cool setup! Stay safe on the track :)

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha such a good point !!

[@dru9918]

Clicked on this video cause I wanted to see the caliper clearance on smaller wheels I'm thinking about getting a set of F80 calipers for my E92 was worried I'd go through all the work of piecing together the brake kit and it not fitting also these wheels are sick I learned 2 things from this video. Actually 3 after seeing the bloopers a stud conversion saves a lot of time and effort lmao

[@TommyLGarage]

very true! Ever since this video I've done the stud conversion

[@eggsxavier]

love the meaty setup! awesome choice on the wheels and tyres

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!!!

[@TheRacingDoc1]

why not go square for the track? I didn't like the R888r much. Very inconsistent

[@fab3853]

Clean setup!

[@AB-sy4gx]

Love the set up.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Me too

[@CaptainCarling]

Perfect choice, that looks epic

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks. Can’t wait to get these through their paces

[@fourthirtysl]

Fitment is really nice!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Agreed

[@flexspec]

I use the same jack stand. Have used them for the past year. They are solid.

[@TommyLGarage]

Agreed.

[@UsefAfande]

One of my favorite wheels!! Looks so so mean! Love them!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks !

[@sweeznit]

Absolutely amazing setup Tommy! I’m thinking about a squared setup on my E90 with 255/35/18’s.

[@TommyLGarage]

That would look good! Et25

[@pcarobsessed9778]

Tommy, besides wheels part, are you willing to show us DIY seat belt change to maybe M scheme fabric or other colors,

[@TommyLGarage]

I would but I have no need to do seatbelts at this point

[@joslemllorens2821]

“M”azing Content!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@ethankim0414]

Why dont you go with stud conversion as you have many wheels that you change often?

[@TommyLGarage]

Inability to get a locking nut.

[@jmciver767]

Not a fan of wheel locks personally, but check Motorsport Hardware for a wheel lock solution to use with studs. Because you really need to finally get some. It makes my eyes hurt watching you change wheels so often without studs 😎...

[@WilsonsGreenRoom]

Looks great. Love my Apex wheels on the F80. Also getting a set of 18's for some Pure Turbos to try to keep the power down and wanted to see how they would look. Thanks for the great video.

[@TommyLGarage]

You could actually do 315 in the rear with this setup

[@WilsonsGreenRoom]

@@TommyLGarage will the 315's fit with H&R SuperSport springs on 19" wheels or do I need to go 18" to clear? What width wheel 10.5 or 11? Thanks.

[@lockgains8642]

Love this wheel setup! I wonder if this setup will work on my f30 m sport …

[@TommyLGarage]

It should! Maybe not this offset

[@HosBoba]

Apex wheels look 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!!!

[@OscarCastillo1]

I'm in the market for wheels and tires. Currently on 19" 704Ms and was looking at staying on 19 or maybe 20s. But these 18s look really nice with the extra meaty tires.

[@TommyLGarage]

I say 19s If it’s your daily. 18s are nice but a bit too small for daily. But the ride quality is so nice

[@hyper1le486]

Send me a link for the jack stands please..Thanks. car Looks Awesome !!!

[@TommyLGarage]

I updated in the description

[@hiphopsocnroc]

With as much as you change tires you def need a stud kit ASAP lol Really nice track setup! Are you street driving those r888s to the track?

[@TommyLGarage]

You might be right. And yes - street driving. Should be an interesting experience

[@specialagentaustin4209]

...At 7:52 & 8:04 I've noticed that you have a new Intake fitted. Any thoughts on that since you have not made a video on it?...

[@TommyLGarage]

Will make a Video soon. It’s an Arma intake. Absolutely amazing

[@grocerylist]

Wouldn't you want a square tire setup for the track where you want the most balanced setup? I've always understood that a staggered setup creates understeer.

[@TommyLGarage]

I figured with more power I needed more grip.

[@Hotflare]

It sits nice bro! Extra meaty lol may have to do this before i go to laguna seca lol

[@TommyLGarage]

Happy to report that the wheels did great at the track !

[@connormarsters]

Looks great!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@MichaelNNguyen]

Black wheels definitely looks better on this blue ///M3.

[@TommyLGarage]

I don’t know. I prefer silver

[@almty2322]

Amazing! I’m looking to get this setup as well !

[@TommyLGarage]

Linked the specs in the bio

[@gixxerhoff7502]

I have same wheels... went NT01's though. Your rotors are looking rough, have you found any slotted upgrades? Did mine in on my last track day. Can't find any myself.

[@TommyLGarage]

I will go oem again - great rotors

[@Schwabz33]

Hey Tommy/ I’m surprised the craftsman’s jack is rusted out at the bottom-

[@TommyLGarage]

I know. They would warranty it but I never bothered

[@tt-ln4mc]

Look great tommy! APEX wheels are great

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Agreed

[@NoGaragE30]

Great choice of wheels. Is the lip larger on the 18x11 vs the 18x10? Hard to tell from the video.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thank! Yes lip is slightly larger

[@Subzero2281]

Nice setup! What are the offsets for the rear? Also, without the spacers, what would be the flush offsets for the front?

[@TommyLGarage]

Should say it on their website but without spacers it's also doable.

[@lilhotdog7011]

Looks sick dude. I’ve been wondering if I can fit 305’s in the back. I might have to do this too... assuming the m4 has the same clearances.

[@TommyLGarage]

M4 should be identical.

[@merlosmedia]

Hey Tommy, are these 18x10 et25 in the front and 18x11 et44 in the rear?? I'm getting these sizes for my E93. Thank you bro

[@CryptoNyck]

Big fan of these wheels

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks me too!

[@SoleGFXTube]

Are you still using the Ferodo DS1.11 brake pads? I'm curious because I am swapping to some Ferodo DSUNO for the track and read a review from an F80 owner on EssexParts who used both the DS1.11 and the newer DSUNO pads. Part # FCP4611Z (front) and FCP4663Z (rear).

[@TommyLGarage]

I love the ds1.11. Zero issues and crazy bite

[@Aaronfunethebarber]

What’s the link to your diffuser

[@TommyLGarage]

No longer made :(

[@famschick3597]

Tommy, thanks for your entertaining and very helpful vlog. Would you still go with same choice of Rim size and what about the tires? Thanks.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Yes I’d go with this setup again

[@michaelpolissky]

Looks awesome!!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!!!!

[@Schwabz33]

I am using future Classic 10mm spacers. Very high quality- sold by IND. they come in Machine black

[@TommyLGarage]

I’ll look at them. Thanks!

[@chriswyc3503]

Looks so good. Wonder if I can use this as a daily

[@TommyLGarage]

Of course !

[@brandonshea4109]

Nice vid! Would’ve loved to see a post install Tommy test drive review how’s she ride? Also did you have spacers on the fronts originally because it needed it or for looks?

[@TommyLGarage]

Post install will be at the track. Video coming in 2 weeks :) And 3mm spacers were added for better looks

[@jendersonpen7175]

I’m on swift lowering springs f80. 19x10 et 25 should not rub eh? For the fronts.

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes you should be fine

[@jendersonpen7175]

I want your wheels but the 18x11 et44 in black is 3+ months wait time 😂

[@jliao3100]

Well those apex are not forged, do u recommend fully forged for track? Major difference there?

[@TommyLGarage]

Nope. Too much $$ and you won’t notice a difference

[@apanizo2]

Big fan of apex wheels. Have you considered a stud conversion kit? Looks like you had trouble at the end of the video

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! I have studs just haven’t installed them because of the lack of a locking stud

[@apanizo2]

Tommy L Garage I’d be interested to see if you find a solution that’s Tommy approved!

[@ranggauntara7651]

Yesss meaty 😍😍

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha very

[@siljo3]

Hello. What is J of your rims. I ordered 18”x10J (275/35R18) front and 18”x11J (305or 315/35R18). Do you think i will need some spacers?

[@TommyLGarage]

No you'll be fine.

[@hevendranarayansamy2793]

Hey Tommy. I like your saying... valued investment or depreciating asset. Haha. Coin in on a TShirt. From the thumbnail those wheels look supper aggressive. The track day better watch out. I have the same brake but mine squeals. Does the brake lube help with that? I've installed them with copper slip/copper greese but they still soud crap.

[@TommyLGarage]

T-shirt idea it it! Haha The ceramic brake grease I use helps a lot and is the best one I’ve used but after a track day it can still squeal. It’s a hit or miss. . I usually lube the sides a bit which helps a lot

[@MarkCalica]

Nice wheel setup... are you going to njmp for that track event?. And thank you for calling them WHEELS and not RIMS

[@TommyLGarage]

I went to Lime Rock. NJMp end of July

[@MarkCalica]

@@TommyLGarage Nice, I was planning to go to the track this year, but life happens lol. I know the season just started but I'm definitely planning for next year

[@aidenyu4001]

Love the set up planning to get a set of SM10 for my m4 quick question: I’m going to get F 18x9 et22 and R 18x10 et35 will I need spacers to flat the fender?

[@TommyLGarage]

Hi. Yes you’ll need spacers. Why not just get 10 inch front and 11 inch rear? No spacers needed then

[@aidenyu4001]

@@TommyLGarage thanks Tommy! got it ! Since I’m not lowering what offset you recommended?

[@carlparker1995]

im looking at these rims now as they look amazing, do you think that rim is possible to run upfront on an f80 comp pack without the extra camber adjustment (on standard alignment)???

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes. My problem was MP suspension. On stock you’re fine

[@pinticog7987]

What are wheels specs size on wheels width and et offset n tire size all around

[@TommyLGarage]

I linked it in the bio

[@kbtracklaps]

Hey Tommy, love are your videos. Do you think running 305 square on a G82 M4 for a new intermediate driver (using MDM mode) is a good idea? Or should I stay staggered. You can see some examples of my driving on my channel, thanks.

[@TommyLGarage]

square would be great! Youll be fine. Might need more front camber.

[@kbtracklaps]

@@TommyLGarage thanks for the tip! I actually already have camber plates, currently at -3.

[@cat2ebay575]

Great and helpful content as usual. Quick question. I am looking at running 18x10" EC-7 ET25 fronts and 18x10.5" EC-7 ET27 rears. Would I need spacers with 275F/275R tires? Thanks!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Depending on your suspension setup. MP has wide perches

[@TommyLGarage]

dpouncy yes you’ll be fine

[@trtatv]

All these great wheel videos and I still don’t know what to get. I think I want 19 inch wheels with more rubber...295 35 19 in the back. What do you all think is the best option for new wheels in this setup??? Can 295 35 tires fit on stock 666 wheels?

[@TommyLGarage]

I would not upsize tires on oem wheels. Get 11 inch rear wheels and possibilities are endless.

[@trtatv]

Tommy L Garage have any for sale or any of your viewers? I’m pretty new to the F80 and feel like this is a safe place to call home.

[@Steveindajeep]

Any reason you never got a stud kit? Just wondering.

[@TommyLGarage]

I need a locking nut for when the car is parked in shady areas

[@Steveindajeep]

@@TommyLGarage Motorsports Hardware has locking nuts for 14×1.25 studs. motorsporthardware.com/product/17mm-mh-titan-lock-nuts-12x1-5-14x1-5-14x1-25/

[@TommyLGarage]

Oh wow. Thanks!!!!

[@Steveindajeep]

Yeah im not sure why Brian doesnt carry the locking nuts in 14x1.25mm but they do make them. Im sure he can get them and maybe start carrying them as well. I plan on getting the 82mm studs and the MH Racing Nut with locks in the near future.

[@jmciver767]

I just made the same Motorsport Hardware recommendation in a post above... I have a set and if you go with MH, I recommend you go with the beefier 14x1.5mm option due your track days. I have the 78mm black bullet nose stud kit with MH racing nuts (those nuts are longer and cover the exposed stud threads better which is good for studs used on the street in all-weather). Not sure if there is a lock nut option for the 14x1.5mm though...

[@m3f80-owner3]

Hi guys, have anyone done this setup? 19x9.5 on 255/35/19 front and 19x11 on 275/35/19 rear on M3 F80? Brakes are standard and everything else still stock. I just don't want to drop extra cash on 305/30/19 tires for the rear yet as my current tiers are still much left thread on them.

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes you’ll be fine with that setup. You’ll have a stretch in the tires and they’ll look smaller but it’s possible

[@m3f80-owner3]

@@TommyLGarage thanks Tommy! Yeah, I will get the proper tire size after the current ones are gone for sure. Appreciate the feedback.

[@claudioagmfilho]

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👏🏻, It looks awesome!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!!

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

I want the Square setup for my M4, i think these are the wheels and tires :) would it be possible to run square setup?

[@TommyLGarage]

Oh yes. Et25 square

[@littlepeep.9851]

What is the size of detail??? Please let me teach🙇‍♂️🙇‍♂️🙇‍♂️

[@TommyLGarage]

I put it all in the description for you

[@littlepeep.9851]

Tommy L Garage Sorry, thanks bro😓😓

[@littlepeep.9851]

Tommy L Garage Your f80 is so clean🔥🔥🔥 Front wheels is 10j and rear is10.5j??? sorry I can't speak and write English well. Because I am Japanese🇯🇵🍣🗼 I understood only your tire size… Please tell me🙇‍♂️

[@littlepeep.9851]

Tommy L Garage I subscribed your channel🤞

[@kokechavez62]

Tire sizes on the rear ones

[@TommyLGarage]

305

[@kokechavez62]

@@TommyLGarage 305/35/18?

[@chowfunish]

R888 are the way to go

[@TommyLGarage]

They did so great at the track. Video coming soon

[@selwell]

What are the exact tires, again?

[@TommyLGarage]

Toyo R888R

[@selwell]

@@TommyLGarage sizes?

[@selwell]

@@TommyLGarage Thank you!!

[@Georgeliams]

Tommy can’t wait for you to put these up for sale. 😂

[@TommyLGarage]

Hahah funny

[@eskania]

what brake pads did you use.

[@TommyLGarage]

Ferodo DS1.11

[@eskania]

@@TommyLGarage Are they better than EBC Yellow

[@gixxerhoff7502]

@@eskania yes they are... I use Pagid but word from our EBC rep... great on motorcycles not so great on cars

[@Harshad_Paradkar]

Dang, those are some thick tires. Kinda look like Dodge Demon's wheels/tires.

[@TommyLGarage]

Oh you’re right !

[@JerryPena]

Looks mean. Wouldn't think that with an 18" on an F80. Just put on MP4S 265/30/20 Fronts and 295/30/20 Rears. Very sticky tires (f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showpost.php?p=26364808&postcount=17) Any reason you went with an 18" rather than a 19" for track days? Also, what track is open in the next few weeks in the tri-state area?

[@TommyLGarage]

Those are great tires.

[@babyyoda8195]

THICC in the rear!

[@TommyLGarage]

Rrraaauuu!!

[@JuanReyes-qr9kp]

Bmw power 😎👏👏🚗🚗

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes !

[@GIJO]

Man I love the car but that roof rack

[@TommyLGarage]

It’s a purpose vehicle. I use it for my bike trips

[@95lal]

You’ve ruined that... Put the OEM 19’s on and stock suspension and it will look better and handle better lol

[@TommyLGarage]

This is oem suspension

[@jaeshim8261]

swear to god never seen that many changes of exhaust + rims than F8X owners, they just don't seem to find "the perfect" set, maybe there simply isn't.... I don't blame you tommy, no matter how many F8X cars I see with aftermarket rims and aftermarket exhaust, they simply don't seem that pleasing to me too... I liked ur previous silver rims look-wise, nice OEM + style. Since E30s, E39 M5, E46 ZCP, E9X Comp pack, the stock rims were the PERFECT rims, but yea, i do believe F8X comp wheels are ugly, a fact. Classic BBS RS, LM, E88 look perfect on ANY previous BMWs, whichever gen M car it was...but they too, don't seem to work well on F8X platform

[@TommyLGarage]

666 wheels are nice but don’t have a lip and are so hard to clean

[@loekfelten548]

I hardly recognized you ! You have saved some weight from yourself after a haircut/beardcut.... ;-)

[@TommyLGarage]

Wife told me I started looking really old haha

[@markhu9042]

valued investment or depreciating asset 😂

[@TommyLGarage]

They already lost value lol

[@cagaming6789]

BEEFY!

[@TommyLGarage]

Oh yes !