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B10 V8 suspension and tyres

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Topic: B10 V8 suspension and tyres

Posted By: Pencraig
Subject: B10 V8 suspension and tyres
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2021 at 9:05pm

Hi,

Are there alternative suppliers to BMW for suspension arms? BMW price is about £1,300 incl. VAT for 4.

Also, what is a safe lifespan for tyres? Mine have good tread but are 9 years old (Pilot Sports)

Thanks

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Rob

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Posted By: WellsyD3biturbo
Date Posted: 29 Sep 2021 at 7:50am

Hey,

Check with BMR in Crawley if there are any options on suspension components. Possibly expensive as they are Alpina specific, or try Alloy Wheels Direct they can supply Alpina parts often cheaper than Sytner.

As for Tires, from what I have seen people say between 6 and 10 years old depending on condition. IF yours are well looked after, no unusual wear, cut's, splits etc then you might have a little life left but changing them soon would be advisable.

Mark.

Posted By: Pencraig
Date Posted: 29 Sep 2021 at 8:11am

Thanks Mark

I decided to buy BMW parts and replace the tyres.

Regards

Rob

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Rob

Posted By: WellsyD3biturbo
Date Posted: 29 Sep 2021 at 8:15am

Good move, probably best. Worth doing it right.