Has anyone put spacers on their M5 yet??? - Page 2 - M5POST

boots · 12-18-2012, 10:45 AM

Ah our first poser in the f10 M5 board.

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Originally Posted by URBAN LEGEND

A lot of you seem butt hurt by my post. Get over it.

stealth.pilot · 12-18-2012, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by URBAN LEGEND

So my other points are valid. Ill take that, while you stress over reflectors.

You aren't entirely off target. For instance I do think it is dumb to have 21" wheels because that dimishes the performance and drivability of the car. Since this is a performance car, that kind of move is stupid.

The exhaust modifications on the other hand are okay as long as they don't bastardize the look of the car. These mods don't diminish performance but may enhance it.

Suspension mods are another gray area. Some enhance performance, some dimish performance.

URBAN LEGEND · 12-18-2012, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by boots

Ah our first poser in the f10 M5 board.

Nice comment. Especially for a guy that just became a member.

Dont tell me you dropped 10 large on an aftermarket exhaust.

boots · 12-19-2012, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by URBAN LEGEND

Nice comment. Especially for a guy that just became a member.

Dont tell me you dropped 10 large on an aftermarket exhaust.

Yes, I just became a member of this forum, but HAVE been on this forum for a couple of years. No reason to post up about a M5 when I didn't have one. I'm on other forums. If you had something of substance to say, I would applaud that, but in this case you did not because it just didn't make any sense. In one of your other post on a different forum you said something good and I did applaud that. I'm a pretty fair guy. I bet my car that 99% of the people here love to see what others do to mod their cars. Thats what car shows are for and why we all flock to them. You see, we are car crack addicts. Why do you think we bought the M5 and are on here. As far me dropping 10 large on an aftermarket exhaust...well, although I can afford it, I chose not to. I went with the RPI. Im not here to get into a pissing match with you or anyone else. I will add value to any post and for one I am happy for anyone who chooses to make mod their cars to the fullest. LET THE MOD FEST BEGIN!!

chudak18 · 12-19-2012, 11:03 AM

sooooooooo. Meanwhile in New Jersey..... I'm still looking for pics and stats with spacers installed!!! Lol any one get some yet? Lets get back on track here my friends.

URBAN LEGEND · 12-19-2012, 11:51 AM

That's right. Lets get technical. Back on spacers. I apologize if I hurt some people's feelings.

BarryB · 12-19-2012, 12:44 PM

Mine going on today. Stay tuned.

mindlessmark07 · 12-19-2012, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by chudak18

sooooooooo. Meanwhile in New Jersey..... I'm still looking for pics and stats with spacers installed!!! Lol any one get some yet? Lets get back on track here my friends.

My drop
Is going down this friday. If i feel the need for spacers Ill install them then and post pics. Stand by.

chudak18 · 12-19-2012, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryB

Mine going on today. Stay tuned.

Pics please!!!

stealth.pilot · 12-19-2012, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by chudak18

Pics please!!!

Yeah I can't wait to see Barry's car. Eisenmann and spacers!

BarryB · 12-19-2012, 10:13 PM

Hi guys, just got home and only driven 5 miles. The looks are PERFECT to me. I think I have the combo (for my taste) nailed. Perfect stance. Subtle, keeping the general proportions of the car but slightly more aggressive looking. I took a few pics with my phone I will up load after I get some food.............
The exhaust size too fits the above taste statement. In terms of sound, to be honest I dont know yet. I like it, not obnoxious outside (but need to hear more) and moderate increase in cabin sound but want to hear and drive more. It's going to rain here for the next few days so wont have real good pics until next week.
VERY HAPPY!

ThisFlyGuy · 12-19-2012, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryB

Hi guys, just got home and only driven 5 miles. The looks are PERFECT to me. I think I have the combo (for my taste) nailed. Perfect stance. Subtle, keeping the general proportions of the car but slightly more aggressive looking. I took a few pics with my phone I will up load after I get some food.............
The exhaust size too fits the above taste statement. In terms of sound, to be honest I dont know yet. I like it, not obnoxious outside (but need to hear more) and moderate increase in cabin sound but want to hear and drive more. It's going to rain here for the next few days so wont have real good pics until next week.
VERY HAPPY!

what size spacers did you go for in the front and rear?

Rob///M5 · 12-19-2012, 10:37 PM

Stoked to do a back to back comparo on spring comfort - stock to H&R

stealth.pilot · 12-19-2012, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryB

Hi guys, just got home and only driven 5 miles. The looks are PERFECT to me. I think I have the combo (for my taste) nailed. Perfect stance. Subtle, keeping the general proportions of the car but slightly more aggressive looking. I took a few pics with my phone I will up load after I get some food.............
The exhaust size too fits the above taste statement. In terms of sound, to be honest I dont know yet. I like it, not obnoxious outside (but need to hear more) and moderate increase in cabin sound but want to hear and drive more. It's going to rain here for the next few days so wont have real good pics until next week.
VERY HAPPY!

Hmmm. Interesting. What you are describing doesn't sound as bad as others have portrayed the Eisenmann race. Are you saying the car sounds great - and sounds like it ought to sound - or does it grab attention as being extra-ordinarily loud (though not annoying)

BarryB · 12-19-2012, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob///M5

Stoked to do a back to back comparo on spring comfort - stock to H&R

Rob, will do in 10 days when I'm down there

BarryB · 12-19-2012, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by stealth.pilot

Hmmm. Interesting. What you are describing doesn't sound as bad as others have portrayed the Eisenmann race. Are you saying the car sounds great - and sounds like it ought to sound - or does it grab attention as being extra-ordinarily loud (though not annoying)

Defenitley not extra-ordinary loud. It would grab my attention because I would notice stuff like that (as would you, I'm sure). So yes, great would be the closest comment I can make right now. It is not as deep or beefy as the eisenmann race on my e39, but that is a Beast with headers, x pipe (and supercharger). It sounds more E60-like than AMG rumble. I know the die hard V-10'ers out there may like it.......

BarryB · 12-19-2012, 11:06 PM

I'm glad I can drive better than take pics.......
Here you can see the Eisenmann 90mm
H&R
12mm spacer in front
10mm in rear
Could go more but don't want to over do it. Will try get better pics.

Sleek Motoring is the place for anyone in the Bay Area!

stealth.pilot · 12-19-2012, 11:16 PM

Yes - that exhaust is the perfect size and it really is true to the M5 design DNA. It looks like what it should look like from the factory.

The stance looks very good. Your rear photo is the key one and you have taken it to close. You need to take it from further back and lower down so you can see where the tires disappear into the bodywork.

After you've driven it for a while, let us know about exhaust sound and whether you have any rubbing - especially on the front tires.

BarryB · 12-19-2012, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by stealth.pilot

Yes - that exhaust is the perfect size and it really is true to the M5 design DNA. It looks like what it should look like from the factory.

The stance looks very good. Your rear photo is the key one and you have taken it to close. You need to take it from further back and lower down so you can see where the tires disappear into the bodywork.

After you've driven it for a while, let us know about exhaust sound and whether you have any rubbing - especially on the front tires.

Thanks for the advice on the pics, thats an easy one and will try get some more pics tomorrow (after a car wash if not raining).
No rubbing, we tested it on a steep driveway where you could postition either front or rear wheels right up in the wheel well and turn the front wheel and have clearance. This is why I think this is nailed with these spacers. A more aggressive look may result in rubbing which I can't deal with.
I like the stock 20's so I should be good to go for a bit.

M54ccibo · 12-20-2012, 12:28 AM

Fantastic Barry. Looks good. I am sure it sounds even better

BarryB · 12-20-2012, 11:37 AM

I know this is not an exhaust thread but couldn't wait to drive her this am. Cold start is loud'ish, proportionate to diff with cold start on OEM set up.
I love it! Car is perfect. Look forward to comparing sound live with Dave in SD with full RPI. Still very classy IMO.

URBAN LEGEND · 12-20-2012, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryB

I know this is not an exhaust thread but couldn't wait to drive her this am. Cold start is loud'ish, proportionate to diff with cold start on OEM set up.
I love it! Car is perfect. Look forward to comparing sound live with Dave in SD with full RPI. Still very classy IMO.

Car looks good.

12-19-2012, 11:03 AM	#27
chudak18 Captain Drives: E92 335, W463 G55 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Vineland, NJ Posts: 891 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2012 Porsche/Caynne S [0.00] 2013 BMW M5 [0.00]	sooooooooo. Meanwhile in New Jersey..... I'm still looking for pics and stats with spacers installed!!! Lol any one get some yet? Lets get back on track here my friends. __________________

12-19-2012, 11:51 AM	#28
URBAN LEGEND Champ Drives: '13 M5, '99 SS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 1,196 iTrader: (0)	That's right. Lets get technical. Back on spacers. I apologize if I hurt some people's feelings. __________________ 2013 M5 2011 550i-Sold and not missed 2009 M3-What a machine.

12-19-2012, 10:37 PM	#35
Rob///M5 Captain Drives: 2013 M5 SSII Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 917 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW M5 [5.00]	Stoked to do a back to back comparo on spring comfort - stock to H&R __________________

12-19-2012, 11:06 PM	#39
BarryB Lieutenant Drives: F10 & SC'd E39 M5's Join Date: May 2012 Location: Palo Alto CA Posts: 538 iTrader: (0)	I'm glad I can drive better than take pics....... Here you can see the Eisenmann 90mm H&R 12mm spacer in front 10mm in rear Could go more but don't want to over do it. Will try get better pics. Sleek Motoring is the place for anyone in the Bay Area! Attached Images

12-19-2012, 11:16 PM	#40
stealth.pilot Knight Commander /// Drives: 2013 M5 Individual Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: South East USA Posts: 2,362 iTrader: (0)	Yes - that exhaust is the perfect size and it really is true to the M5 design DNA. It looks like what it should look like from the factory. The stance looks very good. Your rear photo is the key one and you have taken it to close. You need to take it from further back and lower down so you can see where the tires disappear into the bodywork. After you've driven it for a while, let us know about exhaust sound and whether you have any rubbing - especially on the front tires. __________________ 2013 ///M5 Individual Monte Carlo Blue, Platinum Full Individual Merino, Platinum Alcantara, Piano Black, Exec Pkg, Drivers assistance pkg, Bang and Olufsen, 20" wheels Eisenmann Sport Exhaust, Bel STiR+, Laser Interceptor QUAD HP, Zaon MRX

12-19-2012, 12:44 PM	#29
BarryB Lieutenant Drives: F10 & SC'd E39 M5's Join Date: May 2012 Location: Palo Alto CA Posts: 538 iTrader: (0)	Mine going on today. Stay tuned.

12-19-2012, 10:13 PM	#33
BarryB Lieutenant Drives: F10 & SC'd E39 M5's Join Date: May 2012 Location: Palo Alto CA Posts: 538 iTrader: (0)	Hi guys, just got home and only driven 5 miles. The looks are PERFECT to me. I think I have the combo (for my taste) nailed. Perfect stance. Subtle, keeping the general proportions of the car but slightly more aggressive looking. I took a few pics with my phone I will up load after I get some food............. The exhaust size too fits the above taste statement. In terms of sound, to be honest I dont know yet. I like it, not obnoxious outside (but need to hear more) and moderate increase in cabin sound but want to hear and drive more. It's going to rain here for the next few days so wont have real good pics until next week. VERY HAPPY!

12-20-2012, 12:28 AM	#42
M54ccibo Captain Drives: '13 F10 M5 AW/SO Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 679 iTrader: (0)	Fantastic Barry. Looks good. I am sure it sounds even better

12-20-2012, 11:37 AM	#43
BarryB Lieutenant Drives: F10 & SC'd E39 M5's Join Date: May 2012 Location: Palo Alto CA Posts: 538 iTrader: (0)	I know this is not an exhaust thread but couldn't wait to drive her this am. Cold start is loud'ish, proportionate to diff with cold start on OEM set up. I love it! Car is perfect. Look forward to comparing sound live with Dave in SD with full RPI. Still very classy IMO.

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